Monday, February 11, 2013

My book has a cover!

Okay, it's starting to look official and I can hardly contain my excitement!  My book comes out Fall 2013 and I will keep you updated on when you can pre-order it! Eek! I am so excited and I have been doing the happy dance all evening - and you can't even wipe the grin off my face! Thank you AQS!

95 comments:

Sharon S said...

Can't wait judi. Congrats!

Die Butjenterin Abschnitt said...

I´s a beautiful cover, I love it.Kate

Miriam said...

Woohoo!!! Congratulations Judi!!

Shanna said...

Congrats! I have heard that it is like having another child, I can't wait to see all the things you will share!

tubilinha tiacarminha said...

Parabéns!!!!Você merece o sucesso que terá,eu juro.Deus te abençoe e guarde.

CathyK said...

Congratulations!!!! How exciting!!

Susan Lawson said...

YaY!!!! Congratulations, can't wait to see it!

Sherri said...

It's so beautiful! I can't wait!

Sharon - Lilabelle Lane said...

Beautiful. I am so looking forward to getting my hands on it. hugs

Anita said...

Woohoo! Will so be looking for it in fall!

Linda said...

It's so awesome, Judi!!! :-)

Leeanne said...

Although I have enough books to sink a ship, this is on my 'get it' list!

Flo @ Butterfly Quilting said...

How exciting! Can't wait to see it!

quiltma said...

Congrats

Gertie Pye said...

Oh my goodness how exciting is this?!?! Huge congratulations and I look forward to ordering a copy x

kitty said...

Congratulations, Judi! The cover looks great and the title seems well chosen in view of all the "negative space" in actual quilting. But more importantly,I'm sure it will be a great book of a wonderful quilter from whom I'll be able to learn a lo!.

FabricFascination said...

Gorgeous!

Unknown said...

Congratulations!!!

vivian said...

Beautiful-can't wait to get the book!

Karen said...

You have every right to be pleased... and we have every reason to be excited... though I don't expect I'd EVER be able to create as you do, I certainly aspire to improve my skilll...

SewBella’s Quilt Cart said...

Congrats! How exciting. Love the cover, can't wait to see the rest.

Sowing Stitches said...

Beautiful! Fall will be here soon...I hope! Can't wait to read your book!!! Congratulations!!!

Melia Mae Quilting said...

The cover looks awesome and I can't wait to purchase it when it comes out!

Maria Harrits said...

Fantastic!

Noela said...

Congratulations. Looking forward to getting a copy when it is published.

Jen said...

Congratulations! You must be so excited. Very well deserved.

JoyceT said...

I am a great fan of yours. I follow your blog in Google Reader. I just had my first article published in a national quilting magazine. Although mine is just a tiny article, I can relate to the excitement you are feeling if only on a smaller scale. You go girl!

Gina said...

Your work is exquisite. Congrats to you.

Becky in VA said...


Congratulations!!! So happy for you!

Rebecca said...

Congratulations. Your work is awesome and can't wait to see the book.

Heritage Keepsakes said...

How exciting!! A huge congratulations. If it is coming out in fall, will you be doing book signings?,.... Like maybe at Houston?? Ooh I can't wait.

paulette said...

I KNEW this would happen...see good things happen to good people who wait!! Love the cover and just know your book will be a best seller!!
P

Auntie Pami said...

I'm so happy for you!

Melaniemmacdonald said...

The cover is BEAUTIFUL! Can't wait to see the inside!

corina said...

Gorgeous cover! I am so excited for you. Congratulations!

Nedra said...

A VERY impressive cover! Nice job and congrats!

Patti said...

Congratulations! The cover looks fantastic!

Margaret said...

looks great can't wait to get my hands on a copy.

dream quilt create said...

I am buying your book and I can hardly wait to see all of your wonderful designs :)

Becky N said...

I LOVE the cover!! It's beautiful, what a showcase!
Congratulations!!!

Amy said...

SO EXCITED FOR YOU!!!!

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Regina C. said...

so pretty wish I could do that.

Linda Cates said...

Love your cover and title!! I can't wait to pre-order a copy. You are such a pleasant inspiration.

Laurel said...

It's lovely!

Linda in Arkansas said...

Wow! This is great Judi. I'm so happy for you. And us too! As we get to be on the receiving end of this book. I just know it's going to be full of wonderful info and be one of those "go to" books we love.

marcella said...

I am so excited for you! Congratulations :-)

Wendy said...

Such an exciting time for you Juli! I am so excited that your dream is finally coming to fruition! I can hardly wait until it is ready to hit the shelves. Have a great day!

Kate C said...

What great news! I can't wait to get a copy, I know it will be awesome :))

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Anonymous said...

Congrats! Looking forward to buying my copy!

Ranch Wife said...

And it is gorgeous! But then again, I knew it would be! :)

Melissa Corry said...

So exciting!!! I can't wait!!! The cover is stunning!!

Barbie Mills said...

I've been wondering about an update! I will be pre-ordering it! Congratulations, I can't wait!

Barb said...

That is sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo stinking AWESOME!!!!!

Terri in BC said...

I can't wait to get my hands on this book! Although I doubt I will ever be able to afford a long-arm, you have taught me so much about free-motion quilting that I am finally able to conquer my fear and have started doing it!

Terri in BC said...

I can't wait to get my hands on this book! Although I doubt I will ever be able to afford a long-arm, you have taught me so much about free-motion quilting that I am finally able to conquer my fear and have started doing it!

Teresa Silva said...

Congratulations Judi! You deserve it. I can't wait to get a copy of this delicious book!

ladmquilter said...

Your quilting is amazing I cant wait to see the book.

Rosa said...

Looks fantastic.Can´t wait to see the book!

Barbara M. said...

Congratulations Judi! The dream now is reality.You're the best. Barbara from Italy

Eliana Zerbinatti... said...

I can not wait to get your book and I believe that thousands of people too. Congrats. You deserve every success for being the wonderful person you are.
Yes, You go girl.

Emma said...

It looks terrific! I actually buy very few quilt books, but this looks as though it'll be one to add to my bookshelf. Congratulations!

Dawn said...

Fall 2013? Wish we didn't have to wait that long! I am SO excited for you!

♥Duff said...

**woot!**
yes! Your book has a cover, and your name has a face...on Andi's door, there are pictures of all the authors so when we pass by, we see a FACE not just a name. And that's one of the reasons why AQS (and Andi in particular) is so amazing!

Rebecca Grace said...

Well, I want to pre-order it RIGHT NOW. The cover looks great and I'm so happy for you -- I love it when good things happen to good people!

Sarah Craig said...

Oh, Judi, it's awesome - and just looking at the cover makes me want to go play on my long arm and see if I can even begin to recreate some of what you've done!!! Congratulations!!!

Jackie L. said...

Congratulations! I am so excited for you and can't wait until I can buy a copy!

tpott said...

Oh Judi, congratulations. I can't imagine your excitement, I'm so happy for you. The cover quilt is beautiful, your quilting is amazing. When can we pre-order? Oh HAPPY DAY! ;-> Toni Anne

SharoninStitches said...

How cool!!! I'll be ready to pre-order!! Congrats, judi!!!!

Patty said...

Woo-Hoo! How exciting!! Let us know AS SOON as we can preorder. I'm doing a happy dance for you! :)

Karen said...

Awesome - I can't wait to read your new book. God is so good.

mascanlon said...

Looking good! Congratulations Judi!

Beth said...

And to think someone turned you down! What were they THINKING?...oh yes...they were NOT thinking! Congrats!

Miss Jean said...

Yay!!!!!!

Podunk Pretties said...

I was so giddy when I saw this post! Congrats! Can't wait for a copy!

amy smart said...

Woo hoo!! Congratulations Judi!! I can't wait to see it.

Barb and Sharon said...

Congratulations Judi! I will be ordering this book for sure.
Barb@Witsend

Ginka said...

Judy, AQS made a great call signing you on. Your blog is my favorite and your quilting is inspirational. Thank you for sharing it all with us.

Bear Creek Quilting Company said...

Congrats! It is a beautiful cover and I can't wait until it is available to order.

Peggy said...

Congratulations Judi !! I cannot wait to read your book.

IHaveANotion ~ Kelly Jackson said...

I was thinking AQS needs to be thanking you!

Love the cover and I know your book will be amazing....just like you.

Smiles,
Kelly

Litamora's Quilt & Design said...

With that gorgeous cover, I just know the book will include some awesome quilting photos! Can't wait to get it when it hits the shops! Congrats :-)

Fiddlehead Quiltz said...

I Love you Blog, it's so inspirational, and congrats on the new book!!!

Cathy and Paul @One Creative Couple said...

Congratulations! The cover is gorgeous and I can't wait to own a copy.

Michele said...

Cool Cool. And way cool. I'm sure you are over the top estatic.

carolann said...

Wow, that is absolutely gorgeous! Very exciting news!

Sharon said...

So good for you! I like that cover, the quilted bugs are so cute! I am so lucky to have some of your work.

Sandy said...

Can't wait to hold it. It should be an amazing book because your style is wonderful and something to aspire to!

Sallie said...

Congratulations!

Donna~~ said...

Great cover and lovely quilting!

Cheri C. said...

It is as beautiful as I would expect it to be and very vibrant for the shelf !!! It jumps out at you and says "buy me"!!! I can't wait to do just that!! Congratulations!!

Karen @ Pieces of Contentment said...

Wow, what a gorgeous cover! Your work is amazing.

Claudia said...

Whoopee! How great is this! I knew it would be just a matter of time! You are totally awesome! I can't wait to get one. Love the magazines too! love ya Claudia

deanna said...

Judy, it looks wonderful. I can't for the book. Congratulations!!!!