Extra, Extra
Last
shot of the day and it was remarkable we got anything as it was pretty
dark by that time. It looks like I'm kicking my leg up in a pose, but
I'm really just keeping my balance. Isaac says this adds to the
50s-postcard-feeling we've got going on here - happy girl in skirt
packing licorice-laden picnic into outrageously-fabulous orange truck.
Sounds good to me.
This is the parting shot from an 8-page feature in the current Mary
Engelbreit's Home Companion magazine. The April/May 2008 issue just
hit news stands this week. To help answer questions about the article
& to help keep up with all of the new visitors popping in (Hello
friends!), I've put together some information about the projects &
patterns featured in the article. Here's a link to that info page.
And congrats to my talented husband for a beautiful cover!
Home Companion is an amazing magazine. If you've never picked up a copy before, do it! You'll think, "Dang-shoot, I've been missing out!" Then you just might have to track down all of the previous issues & catch up.
There's also a little spot about my blog in the March issue of Creating
Keepsakes magazine. A few of the editors from the magazine approached
me at The Cheesecake Factory while I was in Anaheim a couple of weeks
ago. They handed me an issue of the magazine and said," Well, I guess this was
fortuitous timing! Congrats on your new scrapbook collection." Odd to
be spotted in public, but kinda fun too. And the paper-craft crowd
seems just as fabulous as the fabric crowd; cool ladies having
all-together too much fun (well, mostly ladies). Oh to get invited on
a trip to Italy; it seems paper-crafters know how to go all-out!
You are my version of a rock star, Miss Heather!
Posted by: Bari | March 14, 2008 at 09:29 AM
these colors are so inspiring!
Posted by: invites by amanda | March 14, 2008 at 09:44 AM
I ran right out to get the mag. Congratulations! I'm so excited to flip through it...you'd think I was the one in it.
Posted by: Marianne | March 14, 2008 at 10:21 AM
Ahhhh, the top photo is the dream I always have in my head of the perfect little life.
Fantastic!
Posted by: Anna | March 14, 2008 at 10:49 AM
I received my Home Companion (subscriber since they began) and was happy to see you in the pages. All of it is very pretty & great shots.. Congrats to you & your husband & the new paper line.
Posted by: tammyCA | March 14, 2008 at 12:12 PM
what a gorgeous picture...just makes me want to visit there!
Posted by: distressingdelilah | March 14, 2008 at 12:14 PM
I would love patterns for kids clothes! Mine are slightly older (12,10,8), but they still love wearing the cute girly stuff.
Posted by: KellyinVA | March 14, 2008 at 01:17 PM
You are such an amazing photographer!
Posted by: Nevis | March 14, 2008 at 02:26 PM
I adore these pictures - life is meant to be colorful and Spring just jumped off the computer, and my dreary rain is going elsewhere!
Posted by: Kelley | March 14, 2008 at 02:48 PM
so much eye-candy on your blog. I will be back...and I will add you to my blog as a St. Louis favorite.
Dana
Posted by: Dana King | March 14, 2008 at 07:11 PM
I just got the issue today! Congrats on the cover such a wonderful shot and the photos all have such great color make me wish I was there in the sunshine! Lovely job! Meg
Posted by: Meg | March 14, 2008 at 07:35 PM
I love your blog, everything is so beautiful!
This picture is incredible!
Congratulations!
A hug from Brazil!
:)
Posted by: Lú | March 14, 2008 at 08:24 PM
It's so exciting to feel as though I'm along for the ride on this fabulous journey you're taking. Congrats on all your accomplishments!
Posted by: luvbug1975 | March 15, 2008 at 11:41 AM
what an inspiration filled pic! i love those flats. and congrats on all the press!
Posted by: miss morgan | March 15, 2008 at 01:50 PM
Heather- I went out and got the Home companion today. I am in love. it is jsut as good as you said. i have never seen this magazine before! It is full of my favorites, fabric, paper, beads and flowers. thank you for sharing. I love your spread. everything looks so great. your daughter is adorable. You should be so proud. i can't wait to see what you do next!
Posted by: katie | March 15, 2008 at 04:10 PM
flippin AMAZING photo! i LOVE everything about it! on my way to barnes andnoble today and will de keep my eyes peeled for the magazine.both of them. congrats on your success. totally well deserved!
Posted by: debbie cook | March 16, 2008 at 08:10 AM
Hi Heather,
The article looks great! Love your husbands photos! What a talented family:)
kayellen.typepad.com
Posted by: kayellen | March 16, 2008 at 09:21 AM
Wow! More stunning photos. You and your husband make a great artistic team. Can't wait to pick up the mag.
Posted by: kari | March 16, 2008 at 09:35 AM
Love your fabric (ordered some yesterday) and the article in ME is awesome! Great pictures! Love the project chic, I'll be attempting to create a couple today. Thanks for all the great ideas!
www.lisanewding.blogspot.com
Posted by: Lisa N | March 16, 2008 at 10:15 AM
Oh how I loved the article in Home Companion. It has inspired me to plan a mother-daughter book exchange at my church. I am looking forward to being creative with the project and hope to use some of your fabulous patterns. Thank you for being an insiration to others. I am hopeful that the luncheon will bless the ladies of my church. Keep up the good work!
Posted by: Heather | March 16, 2008 at 11:32 AM
I loved the Home Companion piece! Beautiful and inspiring!
Posted by: Molly Broadley | March 16, 2008 at 03:56 PM
I bought the issue earlier in the week! Love it. -- Michele
Posted by: Michele C | March 16, 2008 at 08:40 PM
Hi...I don't usually even like the color orange, but I want that truck!! Loved the cover, the article, everything...ME is my favorite magazine by far...I'm glad for you...Katie
Posted by: Hazel's Vintage Pretties | March 16, 2008 at 09:20 PM
OMG, the setting on the picure is just amazing!!!And you are so beautiful!!!
xo
Katarina
Posted by: Katarina | March 16, 2008 at 11:58 PM
Hi! Lovely blog:) I really, really enjoy it here, and I was wondering if I could borrow a photo in my norwegian blog, www.flittiglisene.blogspot.com.
Posted by: ann helen | March 17, 2008 at 02:00 AM
Beautiful shots. Very vivid.
Posted by: The UnMighty | March 17, 2008 at 10:01 AM
Stinkin' LOVED your article in HC. You're so amazing - how do you do it all?!
Posted by: Candace | March 17, 2008 at 11:17 AM
I have really enjoyed the issue and your blog. I adore your fabric!
I have a little award for you on my blog. A bit silly but lots of meaning behind it!
Posted by: Tammy Kay | March 17, 2008 at 12:16 PM
What an incredible blog you have here! I can't believe I've gone this long without having you in my life :) You must get that a lot! Can't wait to go a-searching through your archives to see what else you have in store!
Posted by: ThePeachTree | March 17, 2008 at 01:57 PM
I had to buy the new magazine just to look at your pictures and read the article on you. The colors are wonderful and you've inspired me to do some re-decorating. I love the fabrics and even like using the Trash Ties for my hair. This blog is one of my favorites and I wish you luck in all your endeavours.
Posted by: Sarah | March 17, 2008 at 06:01 PM
I adore the photo of the orange truck. It looks like a dream world.
Posted by: julie | March 17, 2008 at 07:57 PM
I adore the photo of the orange truck. It looks like a dream world.
Posted by: julie | March 17, 2008 at 07:57 PM
This looks so beautiful! I have to get my hands on that issue! :-) You are so talented!
Posted by: M&Co | March 17, 2008 at 09:58 PM
When I got my issue, I thought wow, Heather is on such a roll these days! Keep up all the good work!
Posted by: joyce | March 17, 2008 at 10:24 PM
That is a gorgeous cover shot. I think I'll have to pick that up!
Posted by: Mellissa - wondermommy | March 18, 2008 at 08:06 AM
Heather the layout in ME was beautiful. I picked it up last week when it basically flew off the shelf full of cuteness and into my shopping cart. Thanks for the great inspiration.
T
Posted by: Teresa Adkins | March 18, 2008 at 08:52 AM
Heather the layout in ME was beautiful. I picked it up last week when it basically flew off the shelf full of cuteness and into my shopping cart. Thanks for the great inspiration.
T
Posted by: | March 18, 2008 at 08:54 AM
So...my favorite issue of Home Companion ever came in the mail, I LOVE IT you did such a great job, everything you touch turns to pretty, thanks for the smiles!
Posted by: Heather Grilliot | March 18, 2008 at 09:47 AM
Congratulations!I love the picture.
;)
Posted by: Bluejustin | March 18, 2008 at 10:23 AM
beautiful blog! I love your stuff. I am going to have to get some of your Trash Ties for my hair!
Posted by: Kristen Andrews | March 18, 2008 at 11:34 AM
Oh my goodness - I am completely in love. this was THE best issue of HC in a LONG time. . .and it was with MUCH thanks to your stunning article!!!! WOW. I was totally blown away, and literally sat RIGHT down and started making birdies before I even finished the issue!!!! THANK YOU!! I will now be a faithful reader of your blog! I am smitten! XOXO
Posted by: laura | March 19, 2008 at 06:23 PM
Your feature was breathtakingly fresh--I just loved it!! I loved the book bags you designed for favors--just too cute :) I didn't realize your hubby did the cover shoot. That's fabulous!!
Congratulations!
Posted by: lucy | March 20, 2008 at 04:42 PM
Heather, congrats on the MEHC cover.Where was this photographed? LOVE the truck picture.
Posted by: Libby | March 21, 2008 at 04:20 AM
The magazine doesn't do your husbands photos justice. I love the lighting in the online photo. Love the truck, too. Congrats on the publication.
Posted by: Elaine | March 21, 2008 at 10:12 AM
BEAUTIFUL photo!
Posted by: Jill | March 23, 2008 at 02:06 AM
BEAUTIFUL photo!
Posted by: Jill | March 23, 2008 at 02:07 AM
BEAUTIFUL photo!
Posted by: Jill | March 23, 2008 at 02:07 AM
Heather, I rushed out to buy the ME and I have looked at it over and over. I especially enjoy the kids clothes. I have a 4 yr old girl whom my mom and I love to make clothes for. Your fabric is the best for this and we can't wait for more. I also just had a set of twin girls and already all of their baby bedding is made from your fabric. We would love some kids patterns!!! Love what you do!
Posted by: Melissa Henderson | March 24, 2008 at 07:46 AM
I was so tickled for you when I opened my magazine and saw you in it! Congrats.
Posted by: Patsy Terrell | March 25, 2008 at 02:28 PM
Please, Please Please!! Is there a pattern for the bags on the back of the chairs??? I LOVE them, well actually everything in the magazine but I really NEED to make these!!
Posted by: Kathie | March 27, 2008 at 02:58 PM