So...guess what went to press a little over a week ago? Yep, my book! You're looking at the cover right now. The word "HOORAY!" is just not enough. A hearty "PHEW!" is definitely in order, though! I've been spending the days since it was sent to the printer catching up on everything else that went by the wayside while I was working. It's a long, long list, topped with things like Spring Cleaning (um, it's July) and purging my craft room (a de-stashing sale on Etsy may be in order, stay tuned). The wheels are in motion for the next Felt Club event as well, which you'll be hearing more about later this month. I did manage to fit in a weekend trip up to San Francisco with my pals Cathy and Tootie, which I'll share details about over the next few days.
I want to thank every one of you for all the comments and e-mails asking about the book and sharing your excitement. It's been the fuel that kept me going through the entire process. I really hope you'll end up enjoying the book as much as I do! It will be out in January 2009, though I'll get advance copies in October. Once I get the go-ahead to share more projects from inside, you'll be the first to know! For now, here's a look at the back cover, featuring quotes from two of my favorite ladies ever, Kathy Cano-Murillo (aka the Crafty Chica) and Jenny Hart of Sublime Stitching. Yeah, I pretty much couldn't be more thrilled!
Wow, that looks awesome. Can't wait to buy it!
Posted by: Maitreya | July 14, 2008 at 10:19 PM
Oh I love it--I'll have to get a look at that!
Posted by: Michelle at Scribbit | July 14, 2008 at 11:02 PM
Wow, it's beautiful! I can't wait!
Posted by: Sierra Martin | July 15, 2008 at 01:57 AM
What wonderful news! Congrats! I look forward to seeing the book -- it's going to be adorable I'm sure.
Posted by: Cynthia | July 15, 2008 at 06:28 AM
YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY! So excited for you, and can't wait to read it. The covers are absolutely gorgeous! Congrats!
Posted by: Sister Diane | July 15, 2008 at 07:48 AM
Whoa - too cool! Congrats!!!
Posted by: jennifer w. | July 15, 2008 at 08:00 AM
Hey, Jenny! I really missed out on buying some of your wonderful wares at SewDarnCute before it closed up for good -- what is your Etsy shop's url so I can pounce when you post about de-stashing?
Posted by: Emily | July 15, 2008 at 11:30 AM
Yeah! I can't wait:)
Posted by: Mucha Muchacha | July 15, 2008 at 12:45 PM
Congrats!!! So happy for you can't wait to check it out.
Posted by: Jenn Conklin | July 15, 2008 at 02:03 PM
Congratulations, it looks great!
Posted by: Melisser | July 15, 2008 at 02:20 PM
oh it looks so adorable! can't wait to see it in person!!
Posted by: christina | July 16, 2008 at 09:13 AM
Ah...Jenny! Congrats!! We can't wait to check it out - it is sure to be a hit.
Posted by: carrie | July 18, 2008 at 07:45 PM
hiya!
I just found your blog because I am making S'more cupcakes for a friend and the search took me to your post from last April. I got to looking around though, and I am so glad that I found you! I am a textile designer for Andover Fabrics and I think we could do some cool stuff together. Check out my stuff if you get a minute.
have a great day, and congrats on your book... what a process the whole thing is
Lizzy!
Posted by: lizzy | July 20, 2008 at 12:11 PM
Oh my god it looks so great! I can't wait to see it fly off the shelves.
Posted by: KB VanHorn | August 12, 2008 at 02:42 AM
Can't wait! Looks wonderful!
:)
Posted by: Sierra Martin | August 12, 2008 at 05:35 AM
Looks like a great book! I hope it's a million dollar seller... You must be very excited! I'm going to put this on my "must have" list for the coming year, especially now that my textile collections will be available from Henry Glass & Co. in the spring. I need super cute projects to show it off and I'll certainly use some of yours!
Again, a big congratulations! I know it was a lot of work!!!
Brenda Pinnick
Posted by: Brenda Pinnick | August 19, 2008 at 11:36 AM
I just discovered your blog this evening and am thrilled to learn about your book. Congrats - what an accomplishment! I will scoot over to Amazon right this minute and add it to my wish list.
Posted by: Felt-o-rama | August 25, 2008 at 09:15 PM
oh my goodness. I am longing for this book just from the pictures on the cover. I can't wait for it to come out! Congrats!
Posted by: Amy Cluck | September 18, 2008 at 09:55 AM
Oh, I am so going to get your book -- it looks fabulous!!
Posted by: Pikaland | October 16, 2008 at 09:03 PM
So exciting! Congratulations! ^_^ The cover looks wonderful and I'm sure the rest of the book is just as great! Can't wait to see it!
Posted by: Rashida | October 30, 2008 at 04:24 PM
Oh congratulations, it looks beautiful! Please let me know when it is ready for purchase.
Posted by: chelsea | February 03, 2009 at 03:25 PM
I bought the book, but it's a loooong way to Germany. :-) Hope it arrives next week!
I'd like to have a signed one, but I think, therefor it's a loooong way, too. ;-) (Or do you send signed cards?!)
Posted by: tanja | February 24, 2009 at 10:49 AM
Bought your book and made the hook holder. Showed the holder to my crochet students and HIGHLY recommended they buy the book and make their own holder.
Congrats - the book has great ideas.
Claudette
Posted by: Claudette Arnold | March 21, 2009 at 06:08 PM