Take Ten Magazine - Spring 2014

I had a nice surprise last week.  Sonny brought in the mail and gave me a package that I was not expecting.  When I opened it up, it was the Spring 2014 issue of Take Ten magazine.  No, I don't subscribe to this magazine.  But in the past, I have sent cards to the magazine in hopes of having them published in the book.  I have not submitted any cards to them in a couple of years at least.  So I was quite surprised to receive this letter from them with the magazine.

Guess they hold on to submissions for a long time!

Cover of the magazine

 I was especially surprised to find out that not only had they published one of my cards, but THREE cards taking up all of page 66 in their monthly "Variation on a Theme."  The challenge is to create a set of cards that share a theme- color, layout, stamp set, etc. while using a different stamped image on each card.

 The stamp set that I used is a retired Stampin' Up set - Awash With Flowers.  It is a beautiful two-step stamp set.

So, that is my claim to fame for today!!

Published!

 "Congratulations on having your art published in Catch Up Issue!  We are grateful you chose to share your creativity with us and that we have had the chance to showcase your work. We hope you are enjoying your time in the spotlight!  As a published artist, you will be mailed a complimentary issue of this publication.  Please allow until the 15^th of this month for the delivery of your magazine."

I received the above in an e-mail May 7 but as of yet I have not received my magazine.  So, I do not even know which card was featured in the magazine.  I sent several cards to Take Ten magazine at least 6 months ago or more.  I have had cards chosen to be published in these magazines before but it is real hit and miss whether they notify me or not.  Several times I have been leafing through the magazine only to come across one of my cards!  Surprise!!  So if any of you have the latest Catch Up issue from Stampington & Co., please check for me.

Speaking of magazines .....

I received my July Stampin' Success Magazine from my mailman a few days ago.  And, this month, guess what was included with our exclusive demo monthly magazine—the new Holiday Catalog!  EEEEEeeeee! 

I'm barely getting started with my Annual Catalog goodies and they're already tempting me with holiday stamping treats!  Whoop, whoop, whooooop...OVERLOAD!!!!!

Talk About Too Cool Stuff!  While I'm not able to share specific details quite yet, let me tell you that you will absolutely LOVE this new Holiday Catalog!  Stampin' Up! really pulled out all the stops this time!

It's a 40-page catalog, that's a full 8-1/2" x 11" size and it's jam-packed with tons of AWESOME new Christmas stamps, papers, accents, dies and some very uniquely, unexpected items!  You'll also find a nice selection of new Halloween, Thanksgiving and even Hanukkah items!  Truly something for everybody—cardmakers, scrapbookers, kids, casual stampers, digital designers, holiday party-throwers, and creative gift-givers!

You're Gonna Want Need Some Holiday Hostess Dollars!  I know you're gonna have a HUGE wishlist with this Holiday Catalog, but having a workshop or private class will help you earn Hostess Dollars to get more bang for your buck!   Contact me to get your event on the calendar on the date you want! 

Get Your FREE Holiday Catalog—If you've ordered from me in the past year, you'll automatically be getting a copy of the Holiday Catalog mailed to you in late-July.  If you'd like a FREE Holiday Catalog, simply place an order by e-mail or at my online store and I'll make sure you get one as soon as they are available.  You can also get a FREE catalog when you attend any of my stamping events. 

Holiday Catalog items will be available for purchase on August 1.