Oh yeah baby, it's true! I was told by a lovely blog reader from Ireland that she saw the Spring UK issue of CARDS Magazine and my card was on the cover!!!! Wha...???
Ready?!?
Here it is:
Here it is:
Uuuuhhh, can you say SHOCK and EXCITEMENT! I love that card! It uses Verve's Petals and Stems for the stems, Bountiful Backgrounds for the embossed dotted pieces and Fluttering By for the sentiment. I'll say it again, I love this card!!
When I told my mom, she CRIED! Yes, she actually cried out of sheer joy and pride for her daughter. Just made my heart melt. This is my first cover and quite the occasion for my family!
And now I have a PLEA for any international readers I have in the UK. Believe it or not, I can't buy this magazine ANYWHERE here in the states and I CAN'T find it online. Evidently it's some kind of a special edition. UGH! I even tasked my BFF from Australia, Kathy, to try to find it. But evidently, her area only carries the US versions of CARDS. Not too mention it's FALL there, not SPRING!! LOL!
UPDATE: A lovely blog reader contacted the Editor of the International CARDS division, who in turn contacted me! I have 3 wonderful issues of this magazine on their way to me now!! WOW! I am in constant awe of all you wonderful crafters out there! A HUGE thank you to Jean!
I simply must give a framed copy to my mom. Just HAVE to, kwim?
Thanks for stopping by and have a great day everyone!!
So cool for you. Congratulations. It looks like a good one to CASE.
ReplyDeleteCONGRATULATIONS!!!! A proud moment for daughter and mother. A dream come true. Thanks for sharing it with all of us!
ReplyDeleteWOW....you rock COVER GIRL :)
ReplyDeleteOh Michelle, this is great news! Congratulations...cover girl!
ReplyDeleteCONGRATS Michelle!!! You Rock girl!!!
ReplyDeleteCongrats to you? I didn't even know they had different mags for other countries/places! WOW!
ReplyDeleteCONGRATS!
Hey, hey Cover Girl, CONGRATULATIONS!!! This card is fabulous!!! You and your momma should be proud :D (((hugs)))
ReplyDeleteWOW!!! CONGRATS!!! That card is SO BEAUTIFUL!!! It is definitely perfect on that cover!!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!!! That is such an honor and the card is beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a treat! Congratulations - you deserve it! I'm so glad someone let you know... :)
ReplyDeleteHow exciting Michelle!
ReplyDeleteThe card they used is soooo pretty! It deserves to be there!
Congratulations, and I hope someone can find you a copy!
The company won't sell you one? I would think with your card being on the cover that they could get a hold of 2 copies for you.
Good Luck...I know that your Mom would just be thrilled with a framed copy!
Congratulations!!! Such a sweet story - hopefully you'll get a few copies of it to cherish forever!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!
ReplyDeleteCONGRATULATIONS - Michelle!!! I'm so thrilled for you...my fab *Cover Girl*!!! Your card is gorgeous...no wonder it made the front cover!!! Hugs ~S~
ReplyDeletecongratulations! what a boost to see your work on a mag cover! surprised the magazine didn't send you a copy!
ReplyDeletehope you are able to get the 2 you want.
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HUGE CONGRATS!!! Michelle!!! You are SO a Cover Girl every day of the week, but so glad to see you recognized in this capacity -- HUGE HONOR!!!! WAY TO GO!!!!!!!!!!!!! SO PROUD OF YOU!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteACK!!!!What great news!!! I didn't even know they had a CARDS magazine there. Congrats on the cover :) I have a blog buddy, Amy, who lives in the UK...do you know her? here's her blog...you might want to contact her and see if she can find you some...
ReplyDeletehttp://craftingconfessions.blogspot.com/
she's one of the ladies who does the UK Papertrey Ink fan blog...
congrats again!!!!!
Oh, found my corner chomper and some DEEEE-licious papers on my trip :) Will be posting a photo of my haul soon :)
Shut up!! That is FAB, Michelle!! You international star, you!! I sure hope you get a copy of it. Heck, I want a copy!! :)
ReplyDeleteHugs!
Congratulations Michelle, you go girl!!! The perfect Springy card for a cover. Good luck on your quest to get copies; I think I'd buy at leasty 10 if it was me, lol!
ReplyDeleteKathy
Congrats Michelle! My local Borders store carries the UK edition - I'll have a look and let you know if I find one!
ReplyDeleteaww....wonderful! someone over there will help you out!
ReplyDeleteWow, you're a Cover Girl!! How awesome is that?! I'm sooo happy for you...your card deserves a place on the cover! Julee should be proud as well!
ReplyDeleteWOW!CONGRATULATIONS!!!
ReplyDeleteWELL DESERVED!
Have you tried to contact the publisher and see if they can send you two copies? I would of thought they do that since your beautiful card is going to make their mag very popular!
How absolutely cool is that!!! Well done Michelle. Hope someone could help you out, I think your Mom would love a framed copy. Good luck! hugs Sharon
ReplyDeleteHi, I am in the UK and would love to send these out to you. I've sent you an e.mail from your blog page. Hear from you soon x
ReplyDeleteAbi
P.S.Congratulations!!!
Wow! What a thrill that must be and frustrating that you can't get your hands on it. I'd have no hair or fingernails left! LOL
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! *wink*
CONGRATULATIONS!!! WOW...you made the cover !!! I'm with your Mother, I'd be crying too!! It's a thrill to have your work recognized, I know your pleased as punch.Way to go!!
ReplyDeletexoxo Joy
congratulions... wow what a pretty card...
ReplyDeleteI am SOOOOOOO excited for you girlie!!!! And, aren't crafters THE BEST!!! I am so glad someone in the UK was able to help you out!!! Enjoy the moment and bask in the sunshine my friend!!! :)
ReplyDeleteso happy for you! that is wonderful!
ReplyDeleteHi Michelle,
ReplyDeleteI can't believe that this is your first cover given the incredible talent you have. Congratulations on this major milestone and may there be many more so the rest of the world knows how FANTASTIC you and your work are.
Kindest regards,
Robyn Little x
CONGRATS!!! Love your card - no wonder they picked it for the cover!!!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe they didn't like send you a complimentary copy or at least let you know! This is a beautiful card and your mom should be very proud of you, great job!!
ReplyDeleteThat is AWESOME Michelle!! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteMichelle The cards magazine that you are looking for is available in the UK at craftsulove.co.uk and is £5.99- sorry don't know what that is in $$$'s!!
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