Not only that, he was invaluable in helping me edit the book. My son has a sharp and critical eye for detail and isn't afraid to let me know if something needs changed in my artwork. It could be irritating, but it isn't because he is usually right.
Plus, did I mention he is a massage therapist??? There was also a FOOT MASSAGE for me after sitting at the computer all day. Yep, he is just about a perfect son.
Its been a good day. Garage sales in the morning, the farmer's market with Sugarwings and her Daddy, then I finished and ordered prints of the book!
Here is the cover.
Beth and I had a craft day at her house yesterday, and I painted this page while we talked. I decided that it is much easier to pack for craft day if I'm just painting a little something. If I am packing for a whole hog craft day project, I have to haul boxes and bags of supplies with me!
Beth has a great studio, there is so much to see there. And it is FULL of vintage treasures. You could say overflowing… We joked about starting a new diet fad, the Craft Room Diet. You fill your studio with so much stuff that you have to lose weight to fit in the room with all of it.
But she was gracious, even though I am one of those guests that you can't get rid of. She even gave me a stack of these pretty bowls.
All the items in this collage are in the Boutique now.
I've ordered just a couple copies to see how they look in person before I offer them to anyone. I sincerely appreciate your support and kind words (and inquiries to buy!!).
Hiu Karla! It is 2am here and I cant sleep. So I decided to come visit your blog 🙂 You always make me smile! Your son rocks!!! I hope my boys are that food to me when they grow up 🙂 that just shows what a wonderful mom you are! the eggplant parmesean looks soooo good!!!
Words cannot express how beautiful your book looks!! I am just ecstatic for you! I sure hope to have a copy! Will you be signing them??
Those bowls are beautiful and I love the things you bought 🙂 Those gift books are so beautiful 🙂
I suppose I better go and try to sleep, lol! I have a very sick tummy tonight 🙁
Love ya sweetie,
Amy
I meant I hope my boys are that GOOD to me, lol!! And a beautiful dinner like that would be great too, lol! I have food on the brain now!!
Congratulations, cannot wait to see your Book!
Relax and enjoy your Sunday.
Hugs, Diane
Whow a real book! You just did some terrific work Karla, with the help of your lovely son of course! Oh a man that can cook and give a massage…you have given him the best education! 😉
Now that’s a son to keep. He cooks, appreciates art and massages feet – gotta love that.
The book looks great Karla.
Hugs ~ Kerryanne
Food, fairies, fun, furry friend, finds of the day. FABULOUS!!!
Karla, Oh my!!! Your book looks fantastic!!! And what a wonderful son you have.
now i’m hungry…that eggplant parmesan looks so good…what a good boy you raised Karla…i know you have to be so proud…i love all the goodies you found…the pocketbook is a stunner…
i’m tired…just got home from work…so i’m a little slow…i forgot to mention what a good friend Beth is to you…those plates are so pretty…and your book is looking SO sweet Karla!!! i’m glad that you “went for it” and decided to publish it!!!
If the cover and the title page are any indication of what is inside, this is going to be a beautiful, treasured book. You are a very talented lady, Karla, which is why you have such a fantastic son! He had to get some of his “stuff” from somewhere – must’ve been from you!!
Oh, that eggplant parmesan makes my mouth water — even at 8:14 a.m.!
I love everything you mention in this post! I want to craft with you and beth!!!
you are so lucky to have such a son. I hope my little girl will grow up to be as thoughtful :o) Your dinner looks totally yum, I love food like that.
The book is looking wonderful, you must feel so proud of yourself.
Thanks for the email by the way, I would love to keep posted as and when some are available to buy.
I adore the little bag in the ‘goodies’ photo. That’s just beautiful.
Have a lovely Sunday.
sadie c
The books look beautiful! Can’t wait to see a finished product! Wish one of my boys would cook for me!
I love that little purse! I am an absolute purse fiend!!!
Your book looks wonderful. From the photos that you posted, it looks like you did a wonderful job on it.
What a blessing your son is! AND your friend, Beth! Your book looks wonderful, too.
Gotta question for ya…where in your posts did you write about taking art supplies along with you on a trip (with your husband I think)? I’m going away on a business trip with Steve and will be in a hotel-would like to take some goodies to make tags and such and I thought I remember reading you did something similar…couldja let me know where it is in your blog please? Thanks!
Myrna
Hi!
Congratulations.
The books look beautiful!
Soo cute.
Hugs
Karla,
Everything looks great! I can’t believe how quickly you turned out the illustrations for the book. It is going to be fabulous!
I guess it is because you were truly inspired!
Beth had nothing but nice things to say about your Friday visit…looks like you two had fun.
I’m not much for eggplant but your dinner looked scrumptious! Since I am half Italien I love anything with pasta and tomatoes!
your son is a true treasure!
can’t wait to see the finished book!
Sandy
The sneak peaks of the book are great!! Also, thinking your son is wonderful and the food looks so very yummy!
A guy that can cook — you have trained him well!
I look forward to the book — and, if you decide to make copies available for purchase in the future, I just might get one to put away, in hopes that I will have my own *fairy grandbaby* someday!
🙂
~Becca~
the book looks terrific! You are so fortunate to have a son that cooks! Mine BARELY knows how to dial for Dominos!
AND if mine did all those nice things for me in ONE day…I’d have to wonder what he wanted….!
What a wonderful son you have. It sounds like you had a wonderful but busy day. I love your book.
Karla,
How wonderful that you are wrapping up the book! I can’t wait for them to be ready for sale, my first granddaughter will be here in a few months and I’d love for this to be her first book!
What a sweetheart of a son, lucky you!
Your book looks really adorable, Karla! Wow, when you get an idea, you go for it and get it done. I would have taken forever!
Awesome book!
I had wanted to mention how much I liked the moon illustration in the previous post…
Sounds like you had some wonderful days and great company all the while!
Oh my Karla I can’t wait to buy one! My Grandbabies will love it!
Karla, the book looks beautiful! So exciting! Great post – so much to enjoy and admire.
Jane – Jacksonville
It looks fabulous!! How exciting!!
And what a sweetheart of a son. 🙂
Susan
Congratulations to you! The book looks fabulous. Your son is a sweetie but we should not be surprised – look at his mom!
Karla
Morning Karla ..do you think we willbe able to get the book in Canada? Your sons eggplant supper looked yummie!!!Lucky you . Lorraine
Congratulations Karla your book looks beautiful. I am amazed at how quickly you got it together and done, but then again, I have to remember your incredible talent :)(ahh that explains it) What a delish dinner your son made for you, does he care to share that recipe :)And those finds…wow Rose
Hello Karla,
Your book is adorable and I would love to buy a copy. Your son is a keeper! I’m so happy to have discovered your blog site.
Kathy- whimsicalwhites.com
Oh my I want some of that eggplant parma pasta, that looks deeelish!, what a good boy! please do share recipe, don’t be greedy now…lol, and I’m shaw you would never out stay your welcome, it would be nothing but pleasure to have you around, so loving your book “want one” thanks. The postman came and I have your yummy things, which are now displayed on my blog so do pop over.
Hugs
Kirstie.
boy, I am gone for a couple of days an dId I miss aLOT! First of all, your newly finished book is fabulous. What a treat. Second, your son rocks! (please tell him I said so) third, I don’t believe what you call yourself grumpy it is what other people call grumpy. You are just not capable of it. You may feel like you are, but those curly locks of yours just make people smile. #4 . Lastly, your garden is looking lovely. We have done a little freaky friday I think, as our weather has been over a hundred degrees regularly, and everything is crispy brown, where as it is usually emerald green. Hope you are enjoying the last days of summer….
xoxo, Tiffany
Karla, looks like you have quite the wonderful son, there. Love what he made for you to eat for supper! Your book is going to be wonderful…
You must be proud of your son!! Lucky mum!
Well my eldest have learned to make pancaces so that is what he’s doing for dinner. If you will print more copies of your book I’m intrested in buying. Your paintings are beautiful! Hugs /linnea-maria
Oh, KARLA! I love this little book. It’s just precious!! I think your earlier melancholy mood was an August virus. I’ve read more blogs lately that are on the slightly “blue” side. Everyone seems to be in a bit of a hum-drum. It’s just August and summer winding down. Soon it’ll be crisp, clear skies and crunchy leaves! You’ve got a wonderful son there to perk you up! Cheers – Kathy in Chicago
Karla, the book looks beautiful. You should be really proud of yourself.
Wow, a son that cooks for you and does massages. You rate girl.
Have a wonderful day,
Jean in Virginia
how lovely!!! what a wonderful story!!! can’t wait!!! you’ll have to see who came to visit us in the garden yesterday!!! (pics on my blog…) was quite the suprize but i KNEW it was an important visitor when the kids created such an uproar!!! NONNIE, BRING YOUR CAMERA!!! LOL
Your son is a doll! And the book looks wonderful…I’m so excited for you and can’t wait to see the finished results.
Hi Karla! Just dropping by whilst watching paint dry on my owls for the Bella swap. That son of yours is a keeper! Your book looks amazing! Tell me you’re gonna take the time to sign those!! The purse…from the estate sale….drooling. I am drooling!
I will be making sure my hubby reads this post..he could learn a few things from your son…even more than the eggplant, I want a foot massage and my back, my shoulders, my hands…..,
I cannot wait to see the book, how cute is that cover and the moon in the last post is perfect!!
The craft room diet! Totally cracks me up!
The book cover is darling!
Oh the book is going to be so wonderful! I know my little fairy would love it!
You call THAT slim pickins? I would be thrilled to find that kind of stuff! Your book will be lovely!