It’s finally here!!!
Remember waaaay back when….when the talented Lettered Cottage couple came down to shoot our house for Cottages and Bungalows magazine??
Their shots (and our house!!) is finally published, and on newsstands. I’m blown away by how much they included…it is a 12 page spread! MANY, many thanks to the folks at Cottages and Bungalows!
And I have to say a word about my sweet friend, Layla, who was first to call and offer this opportunity.
You know how we all “know” each other? We learn about each other’s lives from our blogs, from our projects, our tweets, and facebook posts. We watch others create and inspire, and we fall in love with them just a little.
I met Layla a few years back when she was working at a photography studio, and loved her then. That was way before the Lettered Cottage ever came into existence. We kept in touch for a while, but life moved on for both of us.
Fast forward 3 1/2 years, me at my computer. I was a brand new blogger and stumbled on to The Lettered Cottage. I was blown away! Oh my word. Look how cute she is…I know her…she’s adorable. They’re adorable.
We reconnected, and the first time we chatted on the phone, she told me the news about C & B. I remember being so nervous to talk with her about it all…and I honestly don’t get nervous very often. Her mild manner and gentle encouragements put me at ease quickly.
And now, for the last 10 months, I’ve had the priveledge to become fast friends with her and her handy hubby. To say thank you to them for the opportunities they’ve selflessly sent my seems almost trivial…but I have to say it. THANK YOU, from the bottom of my heart, Layla and Kevin.
More importantly, I feel completely led to say a blessing of some sorts over them today. I’m sure you’ve heard…they’ll be starting a brand new HGTV adventure soon, and no two people deserve it more.
So, thank you, my dear friends, and I pray that as you move forward, and as life gets more hectic, more fabulous, (and maybe a little stressful), that you will turn inward to Him who is able to give you the strength, grace, and energy you’ll undoubtedly need. I pray you also turn to one another, and keep on doin’ what you do best…living life as an adventure…together. I pray for creativity, productivity, and sheer design brilliance, and blessing for you guys.
I can’t wait to watch your show, your design, your lives….you’re sort of some of my favorite folks on the whole wide world.
Thanks again….much love to you both.
Thank you to you guys, my other favorites. Thanks so much for your support, encouragement, emails, and comments. I’m forever indebted.
Hope you have a crazy happy Saturday!
*working on getting the link open for all things furniture, but no luck yet. will let you know when it’s live again.
Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaayyyy!!! So excited, can’t wait to pick it up on newstands, so so so so excited for you and Layla and Kevin !!! Congrats my friend!!!
xo
Kate
Thanks, Kate!! I was thrilled myself.
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shaunna
Congratulations to you ALL for how you’ve turned your passion into a thriving enterprise! Can’t wait to check out the magazine.
Thanks, Korrie!!
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shaunna
… will look for this issue !
CONGRATULATIONS! Can’t wait to go see it at B&N…great place to hide out in with all this heat! I know how excited you are because I just found out that I made the “cut” on a new book from Cloth Paper Scissors STUDIOS from when I was in their Winter edition. I was so amazed when I first saw my 6-page spread…it’s just so sureal to see yourself in print…oh yeah! Best wishes and so happy for Layla & Kevin as well. Fondly, Roberta
ps…I still lust after your remodeled attic space…someday!
Congrats to you, Roberta! And thank you for your sweet comment!
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shaunna
I just love reconnection. = ) Can’t wait to see the magazine!!!
me too. 😉
shaunna
Yay!!! That is so exciting! I’m going to have to pick up the issue 😀
Thanks, Shelley!!
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shaunna
I read the magazine over and over again on my 13 hour road trip home from Tennessee. Your home is beautiful and it was exciting to “recognize” someone in a magazine. Love your cello (and I love Honduras…can’t imagine how you got that thing home!) Thanks for all of the inspiration.
Thanks, Frannie! How sweet. And…my husband actually brought it home wrapped up…and even checked it as a bag!
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shaunna
Picked my copy up yesterday! Love it! Congrats!
Thanks, Jessica! Y’all doing well??
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shaunna
What a lovely post!! I’m so excited for you!! I’m so excited for Layla and Kevin! Just as you said, I feel like I “know” all of you, and I couldn’t be happier for the wonderful successes of my friends! CONGRATULATIONS to all of you!
Thanks, Wendy!! I know what you mean…I love, love seeing the blogosphere explode and do all these amazing things!
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shaunna
Thanks so much, everybody!! Love to each of you.
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Shaunna
I will definitely pick up a copy. Congrats!!! Hugs, Jan
THanks, Jan!!
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shaunna
Oh wow Shaunna!! How exciting!! I’ll have to check it out. Congratulations to all of you. Best wishes for the future. Who knows what it’ll bring!! : ) ~ Catie
Thanks, Catie! I know…I’m amazed at the blessings of this blog…and never knew where it would lead.
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shaunna
Fantastic! So glad that this has worked-out for you. I’ll be hunting down a copy for myself. I hope that it’s sold in Canada.
I hope so too! Thanks so much!
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shaunna
I’m over the moon for you and for Kev and Layla! Seriously, thrilled! 🙂
xoxo
Thank you, Myra!! It’s been kind of exciting!
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shaunna
They’re sweeties, and so talented, and you too! I ran into (maybe ambushed?) Layla at the Junk Bonanza in Minnesota last year. They were most gracious. I hope they’ll be just as nice when they’re rich and famous. I have to run to get the magazine now before it’s gone.
Thank you! And I have no doubt they will be.
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shaunna
Can’t wait ti see it! Wonderful…we enjoy following along with you & Kevin & Layla. Thank you for all your inspiration! Kim
Congratulations! I shall be buying a copy, too!
Yay, so happy for you- you deserve it! May God continue to bless you as you continue to exalt Him in all you do. Thank you for all your encouraging words and humble heart, and of course, all your great inspiration!!! 🙂
What a wonderful post,, thats a great story,, its so nice to hear positive good news like this,,I will enjoy watching this show and I will think of you,
That is wonderful news. Congrats. I will look for it.
Wow! Congrats I can’t wait to see it! You so deserve it, your home is gorgeous and you seem so sweet. I am always amazed when I scroll down after your posts and see that you reply to EVERY comment. So sweet. And thanks for the inspiration, I’m planning my daughter’s 5th birthday and I love everything you did for your daughter! Have a great weekend!
xo, Sharai
Thanks SO much, Sharai!! I am not always on spot with replying to everyone, but I sure fit it in when I can…comments like yours keep me inspired and writing to you guys!! Thank you so much for making my night!
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shaunna
Wow…I just saw it…it looks fabulous!!! Congratulatons & how exciting!!!
Congratulations, Shaunna! I can’t wait to see the magazine!
Shaunna,
This is wonderful! I cannot wait to get a copy of the magazine and check out your home.
I know that you are so excited and I’m excited for you.
hugs
Sissie
Congrats, Shaunna. It must be so exciting to see your home in a magazine. I will have to get a copy. Very sweet post.
Can’t wait to check it out! You are a blessing, S. Truly. Being here reminded me early this a.m. of meeting you and our very brief time together at Blissdom. I have got to get more time with you, one of these days. It is not optional.
AGREED. 😀
shaunna
This is sooooo exciting! I am a new fan of your blog and so far have LOVED! I will go get a copy of this issue…can’t wait….and congratulations!
Beth
That must be so cool to open up a magazine and have pictures of your own house staring back at you! I’m a new follower to your blog and have a lot of reading to catch up on… Plus now I have to pick up a copy of C & B… 🙂 but didn’t want to miss sending a big congratulations your way!
Ellen
Congrats…I actually picked one up on Friday…on the way to camping…or I’d have said I had it already!!! Lol. 🙂
Shannon
Congratulations, Shauna! That’s very exciting.
so excited for you, friend! going to pick one up, today!
I cannot wait to see this!!! I’ve been looking, but no luck yet. I will check again tomorrow. 🙂
Isn’t blogging the biggest blessing ever?!
The opportunities that present themselves are unreal.
Enjoy this moment…it truly is a blessing!
Much love,
Traci
I love your blog, your appreciation for friendships, family and life.
Layla and Kevin are very talented and special people. They will be
amazing on their own show.
Your blessing for them was so beautiful and sincere.
I always learn so much from you, and can not wait
to be “wowed” by you in B&C.
Cheers, Geri.
Congratulations on your feature! And thank you for your blessing over TLC – it’s one we can all pray to send them on to their new adventure more ready than ever. You are a sweet friend for them!
This may seem silly but I am going to post it anyway… I was recently in our local Lowe’s for some gardening supplies and picked up the Sept. issue of C & B. I was so excited when I saw your feature! I thought to myself “hey, I know her!” 😉 I recognized your beautiful home and creative style right away. Congratulations! I am so happy for you. Keep up your amazing work. You are an inspiration and I am a big fan.
12 page spread! WOW! Congrats! I’ll be looking for it! 🙂
Donna
Thanks, Donna! It was SOOO exciting!
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shaunna