Getting one of these in the mail.
You know what's even more fun?
Getting two of these in the mail on the same day.
I've been lucky enough to get two of my pieces of "fancy work" published by Stampington. My grandma always called stitching and embroidery "fancy work".
I enjoy all of the Somerset/Stampington publications, but these two are probably my favorites, because I love combining stitching, trims, laces and fibers.
My altered baby dress is in Sew Somerset.
And the free style sampler I made after taking Teresa McFayden's class is in Art Quilting Studio.
I haven't had a chance to really look through the magazines yet. I like to set aside a chunk of time so I can look through them slowly and savor them for inspiration. For me, these are not fast food magazines, they are a gourmet reading experience- and I'm thrilled to be included as a small part of the meal.
Hmmm....with that analogy, you can probably tell that I've been watching Top Chef Masters.
Beth this is wonderful! And my two favorite Mags as well - look forward to finding them in B&N. Well done! But why am I not surprised...LOL J
Posted by: Julie | May 22, 2011 at 10:31 AM
Congratulations, Beth!!! That's wonderful and so very well deserved. I love both of your creations. What a sweet idea to write down a recipe and add it to the dress. So CUTE! Your free style sampler is fabulous too! You get me in the mood to sit down and stitch.
Happy Sunday :-)!
Hugs,
Julia
Posted by: Julia - Vintage with Laces | May 22, 2011 at 11:15 AM
Your embroidery is so creative and fun!! I'm delighted to hear that the sampler you did from my E-Workshop was published! It's adorable and I love the colors!! Congratulations Beth!! oxo
Posted by: Teresa McFayden | May 22, 2011 at 11:37 AM
Oh goodie, I can't wait to see them.
Posted by: karla | May 22, 2011 at 11:41 AM
Wow Beth!! That is wonderful!! I haven't read those magazines and now I have to go find them!! I love that sampler you made and the dress is a wonderful keepsake!
Posted by: Betty @ She's Sew Pretty | May 22, 2011 at 11:43 AM
I am doing my happy dance for you!!!
Looks good on you, your work is so top notch and inspirational.
WTG!!!! Enjoy
Posted by: fairyrocks | May 22, 2011 at 11:56 AM
Big congrats Beth and so well deserved. I´m so happy for you. Love your creations.
Have a wonderful sunday
xo Tina
Posted by: Tina | May 22, 2011 at 12:10 PM
Congrats! Make sure you save a copy to show me (you know I'm not going to buy it!)
Posted by: Other Karla | May 22, 2011 at 12:40 PM
Congratulations Beth!!! So exciting!! Your work is so beautiful. I can't wait to check it out. I love to snuggle up and pour through all of the wonderful creations in those magazines. xxoo H
Posted by: Heidi Meyer | May 22, 2011 at 12:56 PM
Woo Hoo! Congratulations!!!
Posted by: Mary Green | May 22, 2011 at 01:18 PM
How exciting to see your work in print. Congratulations!!
I have several of those little slips and dresses packed away. It would be so nice to have them altered and on display as art. Good idea!
Posted by: Sarah | May 22, 2011 at 01:41 PM
Congratulations! Can I see it after Other Karla? It probably isn't available here in the hinterlands.
Posted by: PatinNoDak | May 22, 2011 at 02:26 PM
Very exciting Beth! Can't wait to get the magazines, and see your submissions. These magazines are my favorites too, and I'm glad they brought back Art Quilting Studio.
Posted by: Pallas | May 22, 2011 at 03:01 PM
Such wonderful news, Beth! Love both your items - the sweet little dress & the sampler! Congratulations!
Jane-Jacksonville
Posted by: Jane | May 22, 2011 at 03:49 PM
These are both gorgeous, Beth. Love the colors in that sampler. Congratulations!
Posted by: Gina at Vintage Junk in My Trunk | May 22, 2011 at 05:14 PM
Beth!
Wow, congratulations, that must be an awesome feeling. I love Sew Somerset! I haven't read the other, but I'm sure it's lovely as well.
I can't wait to see your work in them.......best to you!!!!!
Posted by: Gail | May 22, 2011 at 05:57 PM
OH I am so excited for you!! I can't wait to see those issue! I'm like you -- I love to just sit and savor those Somerset magazines.
Posted by: Laurie | May 22, 2011 at 06:17 PM
Oh, Beth,
That is wonderful! I love your creations! Did you see that you were on an Etsy treasury today?
Congratulations. This is all so well deserved!
Hugs,
Suz
Posted by: Susan Reaney | May 22, 2011 at 07:59 PM
Good for you! I'm so happy for you!!!! XOX
Posted by: Sue | May 22, 2011 at 09:36 PM
Congrats! You go girl!
Can't wait to tell they check out girl,hey I know her!
Posted by: Vicki Cotnoir | May 23, 2011 at 05:03 AM
Congratulations Beth. I do hope you all made it through the storms okay. It has been a rough weekend around here. Cannot wait to see you in print. I love Somerset. Smiles...Renee
Posted by: Renee | May 23, 2011 at 08:50 AM
Beth,
I am so darn PROUD of you!!!! And you know a little jealous too since these are my absolute favorite issues from Stampington. Your projects are beautiful & your writing is pretty awesome too! Too cool friend. I want an autographed copy! Bring them to PC, k? Just in case I can't get one until then.
Lisa
Posted by: lisa | May 23, 2011 at 08:51 AM
Congratulations, Beth! If anyone deserves their fancy work spotlighted, it's you! I will pick up a copy of those publications as soon as JoAnn Fabrics accepts my 40% off coupons! I'm so happy for you!
Posted by: Mitzi Curi | May 23, 2011 at 09:34 AM
yay for YOU!
Posted by: barbara | May 23, 2011 at 09:34 AM
Congratulations Beth. I love the little dress. Sew is one of my favorite publications. Can't wait to see it at B & N.
Hugs
Jackie
Posted by: Jackie Nobles | May 23, 2011 at 10:17 AM
I am so happy for you Beth. I will have to go purchase these magazines. I love to sew as well.
Posted by: Sharon, Morrison Mercantile | May 23, 2011 at 12:05 PM
FABULOUS!!!!!!!!!!!! You deserve it. They need to include some of your wonderful knitting, also.
I'm sure you're on a natural high....enjoy!!!
Sandy
Posted by: Sandy | May 23, 2011 at 12:37 PM
Congratulations, Beth! Somerset makes wonderful publications and you should be very proud to have your work showcased this way! It would be fantastic of they followed up with a whole article about you and your works. I've read their Somerset Studio paper crafts magazine many times over the years.
Posted by: Pat | May 23, 2011 at 07:10 PM
Woohoo...I am so excited for you. I love both of these magazines! Congratulations!!
Posted by: Suzanne | May 23, 2011 at 11:50 PM
So excited and happy for you! Congrats!!!!
Posted by: Sheila R | May 24, 2011 at 08:04 PM
This is awesome, Congratulations Beth!
Posted by: Tami Hacker | May 25, 2011 at 06:38 AM
Dear Beth
I picked up my copy of Sew Somerset this week.
Your little baby's dress is exquisite - Congratulations.
Like you I try to keep the magazine for a special day so I can 'savour' it and absorb all the beautiful work that clever artists like YOU submit.
hugs
Shane
Posted by: Shane | May 25, 2011 at 04:22 PM
Congratulations! I will be on the look out for them both.
Posted by: DogsMom | May 26, 2011 at 07:47 AM
Congratulations! Well deserved! I like the colors in you free-style sampler. So cheery!
Posted by: Nathalie Thompson | May 26, 2011 at 11:11 AM
Congratulations, my friend! Well-deserved indeed!
Posted by: jeanie | May 27, 2011 at 09:01 AM