Thursday, February 21, 2013

Giveaway and some Exemplars

Hey guys!! Thank you so much for all your comments. It really is quite exciting to join the ranks of the "Published!"  Jenny did a great job of assembling different talented artists and some have even been my teachers in the past so I am feeling especially blessed.
 I am not really sure why the publishers chose not to include my exemplars but those were submitted to them along with lots of other images that I will show you soon. And as I said, I would like to do a little mini workshop as to how to draw, color and use these fun versals.

So, I decided that I will do a giveaway for a signed copy of the book along with printed signed copies of the exemplars to the winner. I have added them below and you have my permission to print these out and use them as you please since they were sent in to be included in the book. 

Mr Random.org will pick the winner so you know the drill, just leave a comment saying you want the book and exemplars and you will be thrown into the hat!

I will announce the winner on Saturday night February 23.





150 comments:

Jeanne Dittmann said...

I've already told our calligraphy guild librarian all about your gorgeous new book -- I hope it's on our shelves soon. But I'd love a copy of my own, too!

. said...

This looks so great! I could use some more variation in my writing. Thanks for the chance to win.

Gill said...

Count me in please!!

Jane Farr said...

I hope you have a really BIG hat in which to throw us, Martha! It's going to get crowded fast. :) I love exemplars- especially when they include the numerals. Thank you!

Michele said...

I'm so excited to see this book! I've been waiting for something like this for a while--- Thanks, Martha!

Abigail said...

it looks like such a fun, lovely book! I can't wait to get my hands on a copy!

Unknown said...

I woiuld love to have this book!!! :D

Joy said...

Would love to have this book! Thanks for the chance to win it!!

Mary said...

Oh yes please, add me to the pile! :)

Ellyn said...

oh yes please! I have much to learn... the book would be loved and used at my house!

tipsygirl said...

I want the book! Thanks.

Donna said...

I love lettering! Having this book would be very cool.
D~~~~

Cheryl Gebhart said...

I would love to win the book and your exemplars - thanks for the chance!

luluvision said...

Awesome! Thanks so much for including the exemplars and for a chance to win this book. Keeping my fingers crossed!

Angela Grasse said...

Oh my gosh! I would love to win the book and exemplars!!!

jinxxxygirl said...

I would love the book and exemplars! I have so much to learn about lettering......Hugs! deb

nuleaf at comcast dot net

Miriam Prantner said...

I would LOVE to win this book and exemplars! Thanks so much for the chance!

Marjanne said...

Thank you for the exemplars, Martha. And for the chance to win this great book!

Doda said...

The book looks amazing! Well done on being included!

Kaitlin Michelle said...

Looks great! I would love to win!

Snap said...

Oh, boy! I do want the book and exemplars! Thank you!

huntla1 said...

Congratulations on being included in this book! I would love to win a copy of the book and your exemplars! Thanks so much for the opportunity!

Anonymous said...

I would be very happy to win this book and your exemplars!

Flower lover said...

I am so excited at the prospect of the new book that you have contributed to. I am equally excited about maybe having a signed copy!!! Congratulations on your publication and I can't wait for you to teach some more classes with Shabby Cottages. I am keeping my fingers crossed. I have never one anything so my chances are probably not that great.

Marji said...

Thank you again for the chance to win a book. It will be in my library some way or another.

Marji said...

Thank you for the chance to win the book and for the exemplars.

NanW said...

Thanks so much for the chance to win the book and the exemplars.

Colleayn said...

I would love to win this book. It looks fabulous!

Chelle said...

I would love to have the book and exemplars! Thanks so much!

Isabelle said...

Thanks for the chance to win this book

Neha said...

Thanks a lot Martha for this chance to win this book. also thank you for providing the exemplars for everyone...

And most importantly, congratulations for this publication!!

With regards,
Neha Parab
http://completelyhandmade.blogspot.com/

Anonymous said...

Thanks so much for the awesome giveaway and for the exemplars. Jane S

Jeanette said...

Martha,
Congrats on being featured! Thanks for the generous opportunity to win a copy and your glorious exemplars!!
Happy Friday Eve.
Best,
Jeanette

Sue K said...

i'd love to win a copy of this book! Tried over on Lori's blog but it wasnt' to be....boohoo! Love your lettering! Are going to sign the book?
How exciting to be included in a published work! wooohoooo
hugs, Sue K

Kristy Tracy said...

I would LOVE a copy of the book and exemplars!

Lora said...

This is awesome, I love your lettering and will love a signed copy. Yay!!!

Melanie said...

It will be so nice to win this lettering book. So count me in. And I want to thank you for the free lettering. So sweet of you.
Liefs, Melanie

Marcia Beckett said...

Ooh! I would love this book. Congratulations on being published!

bluegiraffe (Sherry) said...

Hi, Martha! I would be thrilled to own this book and signed copies of the exemplars. Thanks so much for sharing the lettering with us! You're so generous. If you teach an online class on the versals, I'll be the first to sign up!

sam said...

I would love to a copy of this book!

Barbara England said...

I enjoy your work solo much. Glad you and Ms. Elvie are in this new book. Congrats.

Tammy B said...

fabulous! thanks for the exemplars!

Elizabeth Dianne said...

Please throw my name in the hat, Martha. Thank you for your generosity.

LuckyDog said...

Congratulations, Martha! I hope I win your exemplars and the book!! Thank you for the giveaway! XXOO

Vanessa said...

Congratulations on the publication - It looks like a really good resource! Would love to have my own copy!

Claudine said...

Thanks for the chance to win, it would be so great to get some more creative lettering ideas.

Gramma Sue ~ Grampa Max said...

Hoping that Mr. Random chooses my name to win this great book!

Unknown said...

I would love to add this book to the few I have on calligraphy. It looks really interesting.Take care

Createology said...

Congratulations. You and Lori are quite the dynamic lettering duo. Shocking your exemplars weren't published. What were they thinking?!
Creative Hearts are Happy Hearts...

Stephanie said...

What a great opportunity! Thank you!

Lourdes said...

Congratulations Martha!....I love your blog and I'm an old follower. I would like to write with thi type of letters.

Thanks for the chance to win

MyLittleBlueDog said...

Such a pity the exemplars were not included. Thanks for the chance to win a copy of the book.

Anonymous said...

Martha I'd love to win a copy of this fabulous book, I can't wait to see what is inside!

Alex said...

What a wonderful book. I would love to win it.

Unknown said...

Oh I would totally love a copy of this book and the exemplars!! Contact info is williammaurice44@comcast.net Yay!

Bev Davis said...

Martha Martha you were my first online class ever! I just LOVE your calligrafun! I would love a book with you in best wishes always!!!

JRoz said...

This book looks awesome! I'm grateful for the chance to win it *thank you* Your talent is inspiring & you should be proud.

Elizabeth Johnson said...

Lettering is so fun. Thank you for this offer. I'd so love to have this book.
~Elizabeth

Celeste said...

Gosh, I'm so excited about lettering right now and this book looks amazing and of course I want the book and exemplars.
Thrilled to have the opportunity to win these.

Stacey said...

Would love to spend some time with this book. Thanks for the giveaway and the exemplars to play with now.

The Brown Recluse (TBR) said...

First, congratulations on being published! You deserve it...I always enjoy your work! I'd like to have the book and the exemplars.

Bev said...

congrats on the book Martha love your blog and your classes , thanks for the giveaway hears hoping lol
hugz bev

Linda said...

Hi Martha. I would love a copy of this new book. Congrats again on being published. Linda E.

Jhone Messinger-Dickson (jhone@jhone.com) said...

Pick me! Pick me, please!

Unknown said...

I have always been a fan of your lettering and it would be such an honor to have a signed copy of your new book!

Kathie said...

What a lovely book to add tony collection!

Kathie

lakelly said...

I am just beginning to get the "lettering bug" so I'm thrilled to discover a new resource! Congrats on joining the ranks of the published. I would be thrilled to have a copy of the book and exemplars!

Leslie said...

Your work is wonderful, I've learned so much from you. I would love a copy of the book...thank you for the give away.

Anonymous said...

I love your work, the book would be a wonderful addition...
Your classes are some of the best I have taken...keep it up! Congratulations on being published

Unknown said...

Thanks for the opportunity to win your book. I love you lettering!

Leslie said...

Can always use lettering ideas - thanks for the giveaway!

karenelr said...

I have admired your work for so long--Of course I want that new exquisite book of lettering--it makes me sooo happy!!! Those exemplars are fabulous, too! Thanks for the chance!!

Jane Wetzel said...

amazing! thank you for your inspiration! I WANT this book! :)

Patti said...

Thanks for the opportunity. I am just beginning to do an art journal and would love to improve my lettering.

Jessie said...

Would love, love, love this book! Thanks for the chance!!

Juice7558@hotmail.com

Carol Bergmann said...

carolbergmann2@gmail.com

Thank you for offering this!

Carol

Anonymous said...

OMG This is right up my alley!!
-Megan

swinkme@gmail.com

Jackie said...

Pretty Pretty Please with sugar on top!!

Jackie Logan

Anonymous said...

Martha-
Actually my wife would really like this book. Maybe we can have a creative date night. She is always trying to get me to scrapbook with her.
Do you need an email address?
steveboyer79@gmail.com

Steve Boyer

Cindy M. said...

Congratulations Martha on this tremendous achievement! Thank you for the chance to win you book.

Regards,
Cindy

Unknown said...

My husband just told me he found this online. Is it ok for both of us to enter? I hope so. I'd love to win this awesome book!

THANKS!!

Pamela Jane said...

Oh, indeed, I WANT this fun lettering book and your awesome exemplars! Congratulations on being published!!

Claire M said...

Wow - I'd love a chance to win a copy of this book and your signed exemplars. Count me in!!

eSeN said...

Congratulations! As I told Lori, I love love love lettering! It would be great to win this book, and you are so nice to also be giving away your exemplars too :)
n.serene@gmail.com

CreativeJanine said...

This looks like a fantastic book! Congratulations on being part of such a wonderful idea.

CeciliaB said...

I would really love to win, but I'm not sure you'll be shipping to Italy. Anyway you have a fan here ;-) love your works!
Ciao
CK

Lena said...

Lovely book :)

Anonymous said...

Saturday is my birthday and this book would make the best gift ever!!! :)
Rachel, mrsmillsart@hotmail.com

Darlene said...

I love all types of lettering. What a wonderful prize! Please enter me in your giveaway.

Randall said...

This looks fantastic! Thanks for hosting such a great giveaway. Can't wait to try the exemplars.

David and Christine said...

I am so excited about this book. I have been struggling with my lettering and this book would be perfect.
Thank you!

Princess T said...

Actually, I think I have enough lettering books. Said no calligrapher, ever! Count me in!

Judy said...

Lots of talent in this book, I hope some rubs off on me if I win. I love your blog Martha.

Danielle said...

Congratulations, Martha! I hope I win your exemplars and the book!! I am struggling with developing my lettering. Thanks for the opportunity.

Isabel said...

Verdaderamente estaría encantada de tener en mis manos ese fabuloso libro. En cualquier caso, hace usted unas letras preciosas. Gracias por hacer este sorteo. Besos.

Bernardine said...

I like your blog and I am following it for a while now.
And yes, I like to take a chance for the fabulous book where you and Lori are in!!

Unknown said...

Pick me, Pick me!!

Patty said...

I am new to lettering and calligraphy and your book would be a great resource! I am traveling this self-taught journey with excitement!

n/a said...

Kudos, Martha! I would be thrilled to win your giveaway! I so admire your work <3

Sharon in Alabama

letterlady said...

Put my name in the hat, please! : ) And congratulations!!!

Angela Nebinger said...

Fabulous what an awesome opportunity.. This book is perfect for my daughter and I to creative fun lettering goodness.. Here's to hoping we win :)

Janet said...

I would love the have the book and exemplars, Thanks

Pavla said...

This book looks awesome! I think I'm going to order it - as if I needed another book on lettering...

nely said...

This is a great giveaway, like to win it!

Susan said...

Congratulations, Martha! I would SO like to have this book. Thanks for the chance to win one!

Jeff said...

I would love to have this book! Thanks!!

Traveler6@gmail.com

joy @ imaginejoy art + calligraphy said...

What a terrific giveaway! And while I'd like to be selfish and win it for myself, I just posted a link to your blog on the Society for Calligraphy Facebook page. Gotta share the love! :-)

Anonymous said...

Here's hoping!

Peace,
Cat

Cindy said...

Yay for you!!! I am such a scrapbooker and could really use the inspiration! - mntxncmews@gmail.com

Allison said...

So excited to win a chance for your book! I hope you pick me!!

***ALLISON***

Phawnda Moore said...

Oh! I just saw the offer (thanks, Joy!) and want to offer my congrats! Like all of these folks I would love to be so lucky :)

Anonymous said...

I need that book and if I do not win then tell me where I can buy it.

Thanks

Frank Boyd

Marilyn said...

Would love to have the book and exemplars--looks very helpful and inspirational.

Mary said...

Would love to win this, as Barbara Close is my instructor and I am familiar with Lisa's work!

Tesa said...

Congratulations, What a wonderful book to be involved in- I would love to win this book and your exemplars

Regina said...

Fabulous. I love lettering & would love the book.
Congratulations, Martha!

Georgann said...

I just found your site and I am excited to find you in Jacksonville. I, too would like to win a copy of Creative Lettering.I am a decorative painter and would really like to loosen up with my art.

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Ginny Haller said...

Marth, Jenny, I would love a copy of your book and the artists' exemplars!!!!!!!!

Susan said...

Congratulations, Martha! I love your blog and visit it often. I'd be thrilled to own autographed copies of your book and exemplars, too!

Unknown said...

Awesome! Thanks so much for including the exemplars and for a chance to win this book. Keeping my fingers crossed!

Anonymous said...

This would be a great treat! Looks like a fun book!

Marjorie Grace-Sayers said...

I'd love to win!

penny4thoughts said...

How awesome to have your lettering in a book - congratulations! I have been so inspired by your lettering through your classes and your blog. I'd love to win your book :-)

Lori said...

What a wonderful giveaway! Thanks so much for the chance to win.

M. Austen said...

Congratulations on being published Martha!! I would love a copy of the book. ;o)

Ardis Baldwin said...

I've just put this wonderful looking book in my 'wish list' on amazon, but I'd love to win a copy! Thanks for this opportunity. I look forward to trying out your writing tips. :-)

Congrats to all involved in this publication.

Ardis

Jo Miller said...

Congratulations! Very exciting to be included in the book.

Mar said...

I would love to have your book and the exemplars. Thank your very much.

Papercrafts By Oma said...

So kind of you. I would love to win the book and exemplars. A versals. Online workshop sounds like a great idea too. Thanks so much for the opportunity.

Rebecca said...

This book looks amazing! Thanks for the chance to win a copy!

City Color said...

Beautiful! Thanks for the opportunity!

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A beautiful painting! Your fracturing technique makes the painting so interesting. Also

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MagaMerlina said...

I'm a silent follower of your beautiful and inspiring blog.
I would love to have this amazing book and exemplars.

Caryn said...

Hi, Would love to win. Thanks for the oportunity.

Nafio Arts said...

hey Martha lovely work.. i would love to own a copy of it..

Susan said...

The book looks like great fun! Left up to my own devices, there is a lot lacking, and it looks like this would be the perfect go-to book! Thank you for this chance to win!

Anonymous said...

Yes, please add my name to those already in the hat. I'd love to have this book.

Bill said...

This looks like a wonderful and inspiring book to use again and again. Please count me in.

Bill

Jim Davis said...

Throw my name in the hat. I'd love to have a copy of this beautiful boook. Jim

Anonymous said...

I would love to win a copy of this book! Thanks for the opportunity. :-)

Wendy
thangkalover@yahoo.com

Anonymous said...

Guess I'll give it a shot!!! Would LOVE to win your book and the exemplars Thanks

Me said...

Yes, I want the book and exemplars
You do such lovely work.
Maggie Naylor

Michelle said...

This sounds awesome, would love to win, how nice of you to offer this up as a gift

Thank you
Michelle

Trece said...

I love your work! This is a wonderful giveaway!!

Unknown said...

How much fun I could have with these! Thanks so much to all involved!

Anonymous said...

I would really like to have a copy of this book. Love letters and lettering.

TAP said...

This book looks amazing. I love your style!

Kathleen said...

Martha what a wonderful giveaway! Your class brought me into the awesome world of lettering and for that I'm very grateful. I would love to receive a signed copy of your book were I to win.

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