Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Published...


At my house there are four types of mail. 
 Junk. 
Bills.
 Arrivals (something ordered).
But the most wonderful by far is SURPRISE mail!


Yellow graphic paper Congratulations! you've been published mail!


On a complete whim I made an apron last year at Miss Keren's prompting for a UCreate with me blog party.


My design was warmly received in this generous community.


Another wonderful blogger Suzy from Georgia Peachez suggested I send it in to Apron*ology. 


I must admit I hesitated but then I figured there would be no loss.


Months and months went by before this publication came.  I am honored to be amongst so many wonderfully talented artisans. Even a few friends.  Most notably, Ruby Jean. If you happen to be out an about in your bookstore you can find me on your shelves.  Even if to steal a peek.

42 comments:

Denise said...

Congrats to you!So exciting for you.I have a couple old aprons of My Grandma's that I adore.

Georgia Peachez said...

I just knew Apronology would jump right on that gorgeous apron, congrats!
xo, suzy

Kathy said...

Yipee! WooHoo! High five! Congratulations Renee, I can hardly wait to see it!

Musings from Kim K. said...

I'm so happy for you, Renee. Well deserved. Your talents and inspiration should be shared with others. Congratulations!!!

Amy Burzese said...

Congratulations! What an honor and a testament to your great work.

Into Vintage said...

SO SO SO excited for you!! Congratulations! What a thrill this must be and well-deserved too -- your work is always neautiful. Kudos!

Into Vintage said...

Beautiful!! Your work is beautiful... gah. These comment boxes/I need spellcheck. :-)

Laurel Leaf Cottage said...

That is so wonderful!! Congratulations!! XX ~Deanna

birdie blue said...

so happy for you, my friend. and, so well deserved.

xo
molly

Blessed Serendipity said...

Good for you! How fun to see your creation in such a fun publication.

Danielle

E said...

Congrats Renee how exciting; your work is wonderful !! I'm still drooling over the chair with red roses :) E in TN

laurie -magpie ethel said...

You and your magic needle so deserve that recognition! Off to hunt it down....super duper big congrats!

Ric Rac and Polka Dots said...

Congratulations! I'm so excited for you and so proud of you!!!!
Julie

Cindy said...

YAHHHHHHHH

This is me hollering ! I am so darn happy for you!!! I will need to get a copy of this magazine....when does it come out?

Oh..Girl...this is so exciting!!

Hugs Cindy from Rick-Rack and Gingham

Barbara said...

This is VERY exciting! Can't wait to see it!

Jane said...

Congratulations!!! I'm so excited for you! Loved that apron when you first showed it, so what fun to have it in a magazine. Must look for a copy!

Ruffles and Relics said...

Congratulations!! How exciting for you.. I will keep a lookout for a copy!!

donna said...

Oh my gosh how wonderful is that. What an honor. Congratulations!! I have not seen the magazine before well I can tell you I will be on the hunt for one.
Hugs
donna

busymartha said...

You should be in the magazine every month, your aprons are phenomenal!

Mecky said...

WooHoo!! Congratulations!
I have got to get out and get a copy!!

Unknown said...

Way to go Renee!!!!! I am so happy for you! This is just wonderful and it was time too! :)

SLR said...

yeah!!! so exciting! and Ruby Jean too...can't wait to see the issue. congrats, it is so well deserved!
:)

Anonymous said...

So funny, I was at Barnes & Noble today to calm myself after a stressful situation (browsing magazines with a tea does that for me), when I saw the new Apronology. As I'm skimming through it I find one apron that just makes my heart sing (believe me, I actually had that thought in my head, 'this one makes my heart sing'), and I didn't even realize until I got to the end of the article that it was YOU! :D
Congratulations - I love it when I see my favorite blogs published in these great magazines.

Sandie said...

So proud for you! Can't wait to see it! Your creations and your comments on my blog always make me smile! Happy Day to you! Sandie

MomWaldsPlace said...

Congratulations is not enough. Let's all do a "virtual happy dance"!

Cindy said...

I am so happy for you! Now many others can view your talents. You have inspired a genuine appreciation for aprons...And reminded many of us of those lovely ladies in our lives who wore them. I have an appointment today that will take me near a Books A Million. So, I am going to look for a copy!

Congrats to a well-deserved artisan!
Cindy

Sarah said...

Well, congrats to you! :-)

GARAGE SALE GAL said...

CONGRAT'S
HIP-HIP-HOORAY!
AWESOME!!!
Your sewing is amazing!!! Very Happy for YOU!
Warmly,
deb

GardenOfDaisies said...

Oh Renee, how exciting!! Congratulations!!!! (And I still believe that at some point in the future there will be a whole Renee book, or a series of patterns, or something along those lines.)

❁Velma ~Down Our Country Road❁ said...

Congratulations!! I am so happy for you!

Denise Price said...

Congratulations!

Diane Mars said...

Congratulations! Yippie.. I know someone famous... your work is always so beautiful it's about time you get published. I am very happy for you keep up the wonderful work~ Hugs, Diane

Corey said...

oh, that apron looks gorgeous!! I'll have to check it out at the bookstore!

And I love your yardstick holder in the last post- vintage felt projects are just the best, aren't they?

Nan said...

I've never heard of this magazine and I'm so proud of you being in this, it's the big time for sure and you certainly have the talent and I'm so glad others are recognizing it.

Shirley Hatfield said...

I just wanted to jump in with the others and offer my enthusiastic congratulations. There is nothing like seeing your work published and appreciated. What a fun thing to brighten your day!

Chenille Cottage said...

Dearest Renee...I am so very happy for you! What an accomplishment and confirmation that you are doing exactly what you are so gifted to do!
Congratulations and fond wishes,
Carolynn

Because of you...I have my blog name selected...Thank you, Renee, for giving me the courage to even consider venturing out into the blogging world. You blog is such a blessing to me...I love popping in each day!

Free Pretty Things For You said...

oH MY GOSH OH MY GOSH OH MY GOSH!!!!!
YOU DONT KNOW HOWWWW HAPPYYYY I AM FOR YOU!!!! YAY!!!!!

Sewn With Grace said...

Oh my word!!!! Congratulations! You are a celebrity. Apronolgy and you are a perfect match. I'm not surprised that you were chosen at all and I'm sure that will return for many more of your creations! I'll have to rush out to the bookstore. So happy for you!

ImagiMeri said...

Better late than never dear friend....Congratulations!

I'm so happy for you and it is most well deserved!

We are all better for having such talent and creativity available in print.

Love ya'
Meri

Ruby Jean said...

I am just now able to get caught up... LOL!!! SOMEWHAT.. I wanted to stop in and tell you congratulations... LOVELY apron... I have yet to post on it... Hopefully I can get to it sometime this week...

Ava said...

Congratulations Renee...You are so talented, people like you make me very jealous xx

retrorevival.biz said...

OMG, OMG, OMG, RENEE! I am soooo happy for you! Heading to Stampington immediately to purchase my copy, then of course, I can brag about you to everyone I know! Seriously, I've got goosebumps:)

~Cindy