So, you've seen it, and some of you have had a chance to see what lies within. Others are still waiting. (Don't you hate waiting?)
How do you like it?
It's pretty, isn't it?
Most of you probably see a beautiful room brimming with great Flea Market Style, colour and texture.
When I look at the cover, I see a magazine that marks the fulfillment of a long-held dream. The dream to see my words in print and be a part of an industry I have long followed and admired. It also represents how much I have learned from some very talented people and how much more involved the process is than I imagined. I learned not every aspect is glamorous or even fun. I didn't enjoy having to inform people that their features had to be cut to make way for necessary ads, and imagined what that disappointment would feel like. I learned that such decisions sometimes have to be made at the very last minute...just when you think a story is safe. I experienced the thrill of having my daughter's playhouse photographed by the Meads, and being able to write the story - our story - of how we built and decorated it ourselves was such a wonderful experience. I got the chance to profile some of our favourite bloggers, designers and online sources for flea market style. And I want to showcase more of you...show off my friends and the people I turn to for inspiration.
Because we bloggers are talented, and sharing and have something to say!
Because we bloggers are talented, and sharing and have something to say!
Now, what made me squeal with delight?
Well, this was nice:
And so was this:
And I am proud and honoured to have written the following stories:
Sophie's playhouse story, Where Little Girls Dream
Jocie Sinauer's home tour: Natural Selection
Designer interviews (that was fun!)
Designer interviews (that was fun!)
My blogging feature and online shops, blogs and websites
Canadian Fusion: the story of the antique shop I scouted for the magazine.
So, for those who have been able to find a copy in their town (and don't worry, they are coming!), what was your aahhh moment?
So, for those who have been able to find a copy in their town (and don't worry, they are coming!), what was your aahhh moment?
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Check back later tonight for a list of winners for this week's give-away.
And, of course, one more prize:
Leave a comment to win, what else?
A copy of the magazine, delivered to your door!!
(blogged by Linda MacDonald)
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Contest is now Closed
142 comments:
Can't WAIT to see the magazine....the teasing needs to end! Plan to search again this weekend - I'm in Wichita!
Ooooooooooh a chance to win a copy of your "I-can-already-tell" fabulous magazine!!
It looks fantastic! Congratulations!! :)
HOW absolutly wonderful for you!!!!
Such a fabulous accomplishment...and one to be proud of forever!
Three cheers Linda! You go girl!!!!
Can't wait to get my hands on a copy!
xoxo~Kathy @ Sweet Up-North Mornings...
STOP OVER AND ENTER MY GIVEAWAY...darling in any kitchen!
Wow!! I can't wait to see this magazine. It sounds so fabulous! Congratulations!!
Oh WOW, what a fabulous giveaway! Of course who would not want a copy of this ground breaking magazine :-)
Jocelyn
http://justalittlesouthernhospitality.blogspot.com/
Congratulations~!!! I can't wait to get my hands on a copy and see what's inside!!!
Michelle
would love to see inside this magazine !
I am SO looking forward to getting my hands on this magazine!
Haven't had a chance to see one yet...can't wait!
I can't wait to see more of what's inside - however I can get my hands on it!!
I'm already looking for this mag!
Saw it...looks AWESOME...but times are tough! Almost $10!?!
I'm very excited to get my copy! Congratulations!!
Congrats!!!what a fabulous giveaway! Of course I'd like to have a copy of this great magazine. I can't wait to see what's inside!
Gloria
I haven't even seen one yet. Hoping to find one or maybe win one!
This truly is a dream come true. Congrats.
So COOL. I can't wait until it hits the stands (keeping my eyes open), better yet my doorstep if I win this!! Keeping my fingers and toes crossed.
SO proud and happy for you Linda!
I can't wait to spread the word about FMS on our blog tonight!
Layla :-)
I'm in Bowling Green, KY and there isn't one to be found here (believe me, I've tried).....so just ahead and send me that one, k? (lol)
I'm dying to see it, if only I can find it!
I have been stalking the newstands...waiting...searching all the titles for this new one - CAN'T WAIT!
Haven't been able to find one yet. I look every day and am anxiuos to get my hands on it!!
Linda you are so deserving to be a part of this...so talented! I read that it should be in Barnes and Nobles tomorrow the 19th...you know I will be first in line to get my hands on this...excited to devour every story and page!! Congrats to you all again!
Hugs,
Victoria
I'm going hunting this weekend for my copy...fingers crossed I find it! Wish me luck!
*hugs*deb
oh my goodness i am so excited for this issue...the cover is amazing.
wowzers. love it!!!
xo
ashlina
How fun to win the fabulous magazine we all have been anticipating!!
I so want to see inside this magazine. I love it.
I'm so happy for you. Isn't it wonderful when one of your dreams comes to fruition?
I'm so excited to see this! Choose me!
I'm hoping to find this magazine but until then I'll try my hand at possibly winning it!
Looked at Michael's and Joann's since I had to go there today. No luck! It will get here eventually!
THE ANXIETY IS BUILDING!!! i WNAT ONE NOW!
Congratulations! What a wonderful thing to be able to hold your dream in your hands.
I'm soooooo terrible at waiting.
I want your super, dooper, ooober, fantastic magazine now!
Am I being too bossy? :)
*hugs*
I live in the Netherlands and I'd love to buy a copy. I sent 2 e-mails asking for addresses of retailers that ship outside the US, but I didn't receive an answer yet. People in the Netherlands like to read beautiful American magazines too, you know! We want FMS, we want FMS, WE WANT FMS! Sorry for misbehaving ;-)
Take care,
Marianne.
I want that magazin:)I must say the same as Marianne...I am not stop asking...will you ship it out for USA????????????
Pleaaaaaaaaaaaas can you write something about that in your next writing on this site?????
I wish I had known some in the USA right now!!!
Hugs from Oslo...NORWAY
The magazine looks W O N D E R F U L !!!!♥♥
And YAY to my fellow country girl Marianne's post lol WE WANT FMS here too, we NEED it here too ♥♥
Congratulations, I am going to have to check my stores around Arlington WA, to see if they carry it! I would like a copy as a prize! Thank you, Karyn
I checked my local B&N last night and it's not there yet! I can't wait!
~Rebekah
Trying to wait so patiently.... Lynn
Ooo....please enter my name for this one!!! *elaine*
Can't wait to see the magazine:)
Oh my gosh! This is so exciting. I have just stumbled across your blog/site, I am so thrilled to see something dedicated to thrifted, repurposed reasures, but a mag aswell???? How do I get a subscription! Well done.
From a new fan!
Will have to go looking for the new magazine!Karen Cook
jaycook@comcast.net
I'd love to have a copy. I haven't found one locally to buy.
I have mine in my hot little hands already (thanks to an online purchase) so please don't include me in the draw. However, I did want to say that it is a fabulous magazine - more than I hoped for. I'm delighted with the depth and detail of the stories and photos. THANK YOU.
THis is the prize i want most of all! Would love a copy of the magazine!!!! Thanks for the chance.
i would love to have a copy! thanks for the chance :)
kimmie
kelks_1@yahoo.com
Congratulations on all your hardwork! I can't wait to see the whole thing.
I looked at several stores already for the magazine, but no luck. The hunt will resume today! Congratulations!!
Congrats! I am dying to read it!! Keeping my fingers crossed!!
preppymama@gmail.com
I've been searching the neighborhood....it's not here yet....Thanks to all the talent which made this possible, I look forward the birthday of your new magazine....I hope there is enough left for me to get one.....
The magazine is stunning Linda! So proud for you!
Congratulations,
Carol
Raised In Cotton
Linda, I found your blog not long before the news of the magazine project came out and it's be really great sharing in your excitement. Haven't found the magazine yet but I'm on alert at every store! Thanks for another little sneak peak.
Shari
OMG..Linda...I love it!Congrats on your "position" as Editor -in-large! Love it! I have to have it...where in Chicago-land can I get MY copy???????? I am soooo glad I found your blog and the magazine! Hats off to YOU!!!!!!!!
I scope out the magazine isle every store I enter!
I would LOVE to have a copy delivered to my door. I haven't found it in our town yet. If the inside is anything like the cover, it'll be gorgeous.
The magazine looks beautiful!!
Congratulations! I haven't seen it yet, but know it is fabulous by reading the comments of those who have! Looking forward to getting this issue soon!
Hitting the streets trying to find a copy!!! I really want it ;)
Today is the day I hit my local bookstores and hope that I see this magazine! Can't wait.
xo
Claudia
I want one...I'm busting at the seams to see it!! I might have to make the 30 min drive to B&N to see if its arrived!! Happy Friday!
Hana
MomTog Diaries
It's a lovely magazine! Wish it came out monthly!
Please pick me! Otherwise, I will be stalking my local bookstore for a copy! :)
Congratulations on all your super achievements with this magazine! You should frame all the individual pages you worked on (and the page with your title) and hang them so you can feel accomplished every day!!
The only thing better than getting a copy of your magazine, would be getting it free!
I keep looking but its not here yet! Would love to win a copy then won't stress out about not finding it!
You've definitely got me curious and can't wait to see your beautiful magazine.
Congratulations! I can't wait to get my hands on it.
I can't wait to see inside. Congratulations.
Karen
Ohhh, inspiring - Can't wait to read it.
would LOVE a copy...thanks!
Wow what a wonderful kind of magazine. I have been looking here in the Maryland area and can't find it anywhere. I would love to plant myself in a comfy chair and just drool over the pages.
Can't wait to read this magazine.
Hooray--I found my copy yesterday (at the Catonsville Walmart,Cindy) and I love it. My favorite so far is the Bring Home the Sea article. The garden shed is amazing.
time for you to do a happy dance!
I've checked Home Depot, my local grocery stores, and Walmart. Nothing. I'm heading out today to check Barnes and Noble then I'm getting a subscription! I used to have a subscription to I believe, this same magazine and was so sad when it went away! Can't wait to find it and thanks so much for brining it back! It was always the one I looked forward to receiving every month.
Still patiently waiting for the chance to dive into Flea Market Style....congrats....and your name in the winner's circle!
I can't believe I don't follow this blog. Adding it to my list now. I love flea markets.
Great Blog and a Great Magazine. Trying to be patient :)
This looks like a good magazine! Congratulations, looking forward to seeing it;-)
Adeline
I haven't been able to find it yet...but I'm lookin'...thanks for the chance to win a copy.
Oh! Pick me, pick me! I have been looking everywhere around here for a glimpse of your magazine! Thank you for showing us more, I can't wait to read the playhouse story, sounds like such a great piece!
Wow...I'd love this prize...cool beans :}
yes, yes, YES! i DO hate waiting. today's the day, though. we are going into the city and i will not leave until i have a copy in my hands. but i would still love to win a copy. will you autograph it :) ?
karla
I would LOVE to win a copy of your beautiful magazine!! I'm so excited about it, and I can't wait to see it in the stores! :-)
Blessings and CONGRATULATIONS!
Paula
I think we've quit moving for a few years and I'm looking forward to settling down and decorating with my flea market finds and needs lots of inspiration!
Oohh. Pick me...pick me. I really do want to win.
I would love a copy. I can't wait to take it all in.
Fabulous!!!!!!!!!! Love it all!!!
haven't found a copy yet so one to my door would ROCK :)
I am so excited by this new magazine. It looks to be a wonderful and much wanted project. I would love to get a free issue.
I am so looking forward to seeing this magazine and I would LOVE to win!
Jackie
OOOOOoooooohhh, OOOOOOOoooooohhhh, Pick me, pick me!!!! I'm very proud of all of you who have made your dream come true!
I want it, I want it! I can't wait to find it out here, but being home with a head cold and rain on the way...Boo Hoo, will have to wait till next week!
I can't wait to get a copy of this. I'm about to have my first barn sale in May, and I'm sure there will be lots of ideas in your mag. for me. Yehhh--now you just need to get a monthly subscription in the works!!!
I'm homebound with a cervical collar, recovering from surgery and didn't think I would be able to get a copy. In fact, I ordered one from a website before I saw they were sold out, BUT WOO HOO, they got more in and shipped it out to me this morning. However, I would love to share this magazine with someone else and it would make a great gift!
Smiles~
Marilyn
I am so excited about this magazine! I love your blog.
I haven't see it yet on the shelves but am super excited. It was a sad day when all my favorite mags were no longer waiting for me at the grocery store. Plus I am such a flea market gal (except here in AZ there are no flea markets - just thrift stores and lots of garage sales!)
Be still my heart!! This magazine is now on my favorites list! I loved the post about Canton and the comment "you meet the nicest people junking!"
This behind the scenes thing and the editors being excited is soo refreshing! That's another thing I like about flea markets - the down to earth people!
With the demise of so many of my favorite magazines, I look forward with great anticipation to reading your magazine! Good luck with it!!
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Barbara
http://ifididnthaveasenseofhumor.blogspot.com
I am off to look for an early copy this afternoon, but I certainly would love to win one. I am so proud of you!!
I can't wait .... It look fabulous.
I would love to win the magazine!!! If I don't is there any way to subscribe?
As one gal posted she like the behind the scenes stuff. It's very exciting to see the working of the magazine. Sign me up. Thanks, DE
New to your blog and a fellow East Coast Canadian! Would love a copy of the magazine.
Congratulations to you!
Would love a copy! Sign me in
Jen
Can't wait!
The cover is gorgeous!!! I can't wait to find a copy!
New follower....Love the mag, looks great, can't wait to see it on shelves!!! and have one to fip through!!lol
You are making many hearts pitter patter! Can't wait to get my own copy!!!
Looks like a magazine I'd love to dive into!
add me in....
I can't wait to get a copy!
Lynn DuBois
I can't wait to curl up with a cup of tea and devour every page of the magazine (hope my family doesn't have any plans that include me this weekend.) Thank you for sharing your talent with us. It looks DEEE--VIIIIINNNE!
Blessings~Kati
Now that's a magazine I would read cover to cover!
I'm in my bed with a horrible stomach virus and could really use this beautiful magazine to cheer me UP! I haven't found it yet...but I keep looking...when I'm not in bed, you know, it kind of rhymes with looking.
All the best.
~Tara
Dreams DO come true, Linda! I love this cover. The magazine name alone would catch my attention at the newstand, let alone the great color scheme.
I dig that your article has a cupcake in it...I'm a cupcake freak. Suh-weet.
Yes, please!! :)
It's SO hard being patient...I've looked somewhere different each day but no luck yet!!
I'm going to Barnes and Noble tomorrow to see if they have it yet, but would love to win a copy too! I'm thinking I'll need a few around the house. :) Congrats, Linda, the accolades and recognition are well deserved!
i love LOVE this style and would love to have a copy of this magazine!!! :)
OH tease you do! I would love to win a copy, since I haven't been able to find it yet in my neighborhood!
Becky in WA
Oh my oh my! The best prize of all! I hope you all are going to keep the blog going after the debut is over? It would make us all sad to miss the fun updates.
Maybe posts and games where people show off how they've used the ideas in the magazine? Oooor... continue it on into ya'll's next projects! :-)
Tina
Pecan Corner
Oh, please, pick me!!!
I will keep looking!! I love the creative aspect you give to repurposing the old and used. This is one magazine that I would read cover to cover. Good luck and look forward to each issue.
I looked all over Medford, OR, yesterday, hoping to find it early - no such luck, yet!
I can't wait to get my hands on a copy!!!!
Every day is another day closer! Can't wait to see inside this magazine! I am dreaming of flea market decorating already!! :)
I WANT THAT!
S.W.A.K.
Linda, you must be pleased as punch to have participated in making this wonderful magazine and to have your sweet daughter in it as well. congrats.
Delivered?!! That would be awesome since I dont know if it's near me up here in north ON.
Thanks!
Cheryl
I can hardly stand the anticipation of it all!
I've looked high and low for the scrumptious magazine & I can only hope that I win one, because sure as heck, I can't find one.
I can't wait to see the magazine!
Congratulations! Can't wait to get it in my hands.
Love you enthusiasm! Now for a cup of tea and the magazine.
I looked for it today, but so far, no luck.
D
Looking here in Middle Tennessee also, so far no luck. Congrats to you and cannot wait as I sell and buy all the time at the Nashville Fair Grounds Flea market. Love the flea markets and such!
Cheers, cindykay
I found it! Had to take my daughter to Shopko for her new glasses and while I was waiting I perused their magazine rack. And there it was, right in the front. I hadn't had any luck all over town and was heading over to Barnes and Noble tomorrow. You guys did an excellent job. It is just lovely! Thanks so much from Missoula, Montana!
Found mine at Safeway in Arlington, WA. YIPPEE!! Ü
Mine was opening to page 6 and seeing Heather Bullard holding the stack of ironstone bowls she "borrowed" from our booth at Junk Bonanza for the picture! We are having a giveaway for a free copy, so head on over anyone that wants to enter!
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