Thursday, December 10, 2009

Do you see what I see?

Sorry, I couldn't help but make that cheesy holiday reference ... but check this out!:

My blog, featured!

That's right -- that's this little ol' blog of mine featured in Quiltmaker magazine right above Rachel's blog (oh, hey girl!) I'm so happy and so humbled at the same time. Of course, as soon as I was tipped off about this, I ran right out to Borders to get my own copy -- and one for my mom, too!

You know, when you make the decision to start something like a blog, it's with the understanding that -- to a certain degree -- you'll be exposing yourself completely to the world. It's a bit scary to embrace that kind of vulnerability.

When I decided to start this blog and share not only the things that I make with my hands and from my heart, but some of the more personal details about my life and family, I never imagined how rewarding it would be to have anyone -- much less total strangers -- notice and even appreciate my creations and my passions.

So all of that is just a very long way of saying "thank you" both to the team at Quiltmaker magazine and to all of you for reading my humble blog. You bring new joy to my life every day. I hope each & every one of you is having a happy, healthy, and peaceful holiday season.
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47 comments:

  1. EvelynDecember 10, 2009 at 11:33 PM

    Wow! Congrats! That is so cool. :-)

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  2. PaulaDecember 11, 2009 at 12:21 AM

    Congrats!!!

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  3. Cheri C.December 11, 2009 at 12:57 AM

    That's awesome. I feel special to have found you before the magazine came out. I just think it's great that you have a passion for quilting AND you live in NC!!

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  4. janDecember 11, 2009 at 1:37 AM

    Congratulations! I really enjoy your blog and I really appreciate the wonky log cabin tute!

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  5. AnonymousDecember 11, 2009 at 2:34 AM

    Congratulations, I ordered a subscription to their magazine after seeing both of your blogs in there.

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  6. MaritDecember 11, 2009 at 4:02 AM

    Congratulations!!! And keep sharing the joy of quilting and connecting through blogs ; )

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  7. Quilts and CatsDecember 11, 2009 at 6:44 AM

    That just great. I love your blog and follow you regularly. Keep up the great work.

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  8. carolDecember 11, 2009 at 7:20 AM

    Atta boy! Bravo!

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  9. Dana - Old Red Barn Co.December 11, 2009 at 8:27 AM

    Fantastic!! Congratulations John!

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  10. SusanDecember 11, 2009 at 8:28 AM

    I think they are quite smart to be keeping an eye on you, John! You have a special talent and a great eye and they appreciate that, as do we all.

    Be proud. We are, of you!

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  11. doloresDecember 11, 2009 at 8:31 AM

    That's so cool! And I agree with Cheri C. to feel special to have found you before them...Haha!:)

    So you are in that Mag and I'm in the lastest issue of Mother Earth News....they used one of our ideas for a Cat Condo in their Country Lore section! Too funny!:) I'm still waiting for our $25 check!;)

    So....are we still sharing fabric or did you fall in love with it too much and want to keep it all yourself which would be totally understandable!!:)

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  12. ~Laurie~December 11, 2009 at 8:44 AM

    Congratulations!! Just remember all of little people when you are rich and famous!! LOL! Really though, congratulations - you deserve the honor!

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  13. Kelly O.December 11, 2009 at 9:04 AM

    congratulations! I'm so glad you started blogging!

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  14. pauletteDecember 11, 2009 at 9:15 AM

    WOW! How exciting for you! Well deserved!! I lOVE reading your blog and I'm sure your many followers would agree!!
    Congratulations!
    Paulette

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  15. AninaDecember 11, 2009 at 10:13 AM

    Congrats John. You're now officially a celebrity!

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  16. Needled MomDecember 11, 2009 at 10:23 AM

    I saw that! Congratulations!

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  17. TraceyDecember 11, 2009 at 10:33 AM

    How awesome! That is way cool. Now you're famous! ;)

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  18. SandyQuiltsDecember 11, 2009 at 11:04 AM

    Yahoooo and congrats. AND I'm proud to say I know you (kind of).

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  19. ~Michelle~December 11, 2009 at 11:50 AM

    Nifty - you are "published" now :)

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  20. AimeeDecember 11, 2009 at 12:58 PM

    That is so great John! Congrats!

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  21. SuzanneDecember 11, 2009 at 1:08 PM

    That is very neat! I know your mom will be super thrilled and very proud!
    Suzanne

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  22. Mrs. Sew and Sew - KarenDecember 11, 2009 at 4:22 PM

    Bravo! Congrats on your success. I love your blog and your creativity!

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  23. RitaDecember 11, 2009 at 4:59 PM

    Congratulations! I'm very impressed!

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  24. GregDecember 11, 2009 at 6:05 PM

    Way to go John!!! Can I have your autograph?

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  25. SusieDecember 12, 2009 at 12:13 AM

    That's great! What an accomplishment! Congratulations to you!!

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  26. AnonymousDecember 12, 2009 at 10:12 AM

    Congrats!!!!

    Can I have your autograph?

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  27. Marianne PennerDecember 13, 2009 at 1:43 PM

    Congratulations John, that's awesome!

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  28. annetteDecember 13, 2009 at 6:36 PM

    Recognition well deserved for the sharing and inspiring you do! Enjoy it :)

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  29. TinaDecember 14, 2009 at 2:43 AM

    So cool, and very fun! Congrats.

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  30. bingo~bonnieDecember 14, 2009 at 3:16 AM

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  31. bingo~bonnieDecember 14, 2009 at 3:18 AM

    that is so exciting - more so than submitting a pattern to be published I believe b/c this came as an unexpected surprise! :) How fun!

    You are right - having a blog makes you feel exposed... I met some online friends in April - 70 of them at a retreat and I felt a little odd b/c most of them had read all about me - but I had no clue about them... not like they did me.

    Can't wait to hear what your mom has to say about the magazine :)

    Love from Texas! ~bonnie

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  32. IHaveANotion ~ Kelly JacksonDecember 14, 2009 at 12:15 PM

    How exciting for you. But I must say....I could have told you that myself!!! LOL....your blog is interesting, fun, and who wouldn't want to read it?

    Smiles,
    Kelly

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  33. Laurel H.December 14, 2009 at 6:47 PM

    Congratulations are in order!

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  34. Jenn BoergerDecember 14, 2009 at 11:49 PM

    Oh - wow - I can see the comments increasing already!! So happy for you! And, thanks for sharing your talent with all of us.

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  35. RoyceDecember 15, 2009 at 8:09 AM

    Big Congratulations on being in the Quilt mag, that's really something. But then you do have a very nice blog. I always enjoy the clean line neatness of your layout. Very nice. Then you work is excellent too. Way to go.

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  36. KateKwiltzDecember 15, 2009 at 9:47 AM

    Congratulations, John! That's very cool!

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  37. Amanda JeanDecember 15, 2009 at 6:34 PM

    congratulations to you, John. that is soooooooooo awesome!

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  38. WendyBDecember 16, 2009 at 12:46 PM

    Hi QuiltDad! You are so cool! I just found you and will follow your happenings. I am a new quilter so this new community is wonderful. I've also started a little blog for beginners like myself. I'll be adding you to my Favorite Blogs list (I'm an online marketing director so I'm better at web than at sewing...
    Best, WendyB. (thatseamsfun.com)

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  39. PattyDecember 16, 2009 at 3:17 PM

    I saw that in there also. And you are one that I've been following!

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  40. KristinDecember 17, 2009 at 2:27 PM

    Huge CONGRATS on the shoutout from Quiltmaker magazine.

    Also, welcome to the Cary Quilters And Craft Group.

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  41. MichelleDecember 18, 2009 at 10:16 AM

    Congrats! MERRY CHRISTMAS!

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  42. MichelleDecember 20, 2009 at 12:33 AM

    Congrats. You're definitely an inspiration. I'm a 25 year old who just picked up quilting and I feel like I'm the only one who's not a woman over 50 with 3 cats.

    Love your blog and you've given me enough ideas to keep going until I catch up in age with everyone else.

    Thanks!

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  43. Journeying FiveDecember 23, 2009 at 12:32 AM

    Congratulations on your magazine exposure.

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  44. Blanket AmericaDecember 26, 2009 at 2:07 AM

    It is nice to find the like minded people and that is possible through a magazine where your likes read the magazine and thus thoughts that you like or want would be printed in there.

    patchwork

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  45. Julie @ Jaybird QuiltsJanuary 3, 2010 at 5:44 PM

    congrats!! its gotta feel great to see your name in print!

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  46. NishantJanuary 6, 2010 at 3:02 PM

    Very cool! Congratulations!

    Work from home India

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  47. Nancy SueJanuary 8, 2010 at 6:23 AM

    A late congrats to you! Thank you for sharing, as I don't read that magazine. (ok, shun me now everyone). So, I'm glad you tooted your horn! I've really been enjoying your blog. Such a renaissance Man!!!

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