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.
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!
ReplyDeleteThis looks so great! I could use some more variation in my writing. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteCount me in please!!
ReplyDeleteI 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!
ReplyDeleteI'm so excited to see this book! I've been waiting for something like this for a while--- Thanks, Martha!
ReplyDeleteit looks like such a fun, lovely book! I can't wait to get my hands on a copy!
ReplyDeleteI woiuld love to have this book!!! :D
ReplyDeleteWould love to have this book! Thanks for the chance to win it!!
ReplyDeleteOh yes please, add me to the pile! :)
ReplyDeleteoh yes please! I have much to learn... the book would be loved and used at my house!
ReplyDeleteI want the book! Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI love lettering! Having this book would be very cool.
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I would love to win the book and your exemplars - thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteAwesome! Thanks so much for including the exemplars and for a chance to win this book. Keeping my fingers crossed!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh! I would love to win the book and exemplars!!!
ReplyDeleteI would love the book and exemplars! I have so much to learn about lettering......Hugs! deb
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I would LOVE to win this book and exemplars! Thanks so much for the chance!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the exemplars, Martha. And for the chance to win this great book!
ReplyDeleteThe book looks amazing! Well done on being included!
ReplyDeleteLooks great! I would love to win!
ReplyDeleteOh, boy! I do want the book and exemplars! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations 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!
ReplyDeleteI would be very happy to win this book and your exemplars!
ReplyDeleteI 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.
ReplyDeleteThank you again for the chance to win a book. It will be in my library some way or another.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the chance to win the book and for the exemplars.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for the chance to win the book and the exemplars.
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this book. It looks fabulous!
ReplyDeleteI would love to have the book and exemplars! Thanks so much!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win this book
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot Martha for this chance to win this book. also thank you for providing the exemplars for everyone...
ReplyDeleteAnd most importantly, congratulations for this publication!!
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Thanks so much for the awesome giveaway and for the exemplars. Jane S
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ReplyDeleteCongrats on being featured! Thanks for the generous opportunity to win a copy and your glorious exemplars!!
Happy Friday Eve.
Best,
Jeanette
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?
ReplyDeleteHow exciting to be included in a published work! wooohoooo
hugs, Sue K
I would LOVE a copy of the book and exemplars!
ReplyDeleteThis is awesome, I love your lettering and will love a signed copy. Yay!!!
ReplyDeleteIt 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.
ReplyDeleteLiefs, Melanie
Ooh! I would love this book. Congratulations on being published!
ReplyDeleteHi, 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!
ReplyDeleteI would love to a copy of this book!
ReplyDeleteI enjoy your work solo much. Glad you and Ms. Elvie are in this new book. Congrats.
ReplyDeletefabulous! thanks for the exemplars!
ReplyDeletePlease throw my name in the hat, Martha. Thank you for your generosity.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Martha! I hope I win your exemplars and the book!! Thank you for the giveaway! XXOO
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the publication - It looks like a really good resource! Would love to have my own copy!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win, it would be so great to get some more creative lettering ideas.
ReplyDeleteHoping that Mr. Random chooses my name to win this great book!
ReplyDeleteI would love to add this book to the few I have on calligraphy. It looks really interesting.Take care
ReplyDeleteCongratulations. You and Lori are quite the dynamic lettering duo. Shocking your exemplars weren't published. What were they thinking?!
ReplyDeleteCreative Hearts are Happy Hearts...
What a great opportunity! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Martha!....I love your blog and I'm an old follower. I would like to write with thi type of letters.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win
Such a pity the exemplars were not included. Thanks for the chance to win a copy of the book.
ReplyDeleteMartha I'd love to win a copy of this fabulous book, I can't wait to see what is inside!
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ReplyDeleteOh I would totally love a copy of this book and the exemplars!! Contact info is williammaurice44@comcast.net Yay!
ReplyDeleteMartha Martha you were my first online class ever! I just LOVE your calligrafun! I would love a book with you in best wishes always!!!
ReplyDeleteThis book looks awesome! I'm grateful for the chance to win it *thank you* Your talent is inspiring & you should be proud.
ReplyDeleteLettering is so fun. Thank you for this offer. I'd so love to have this book.
ReplyDelete~Elizabeth
Gosh, I'm so excited about lettering right now and this book looks amazing and of course I want the book and exemplars.
ReplyDeleteThrilled to have the opportunity to win these.
Would love to spend some time with this book. Thanks for the giveaway and the exemplars to play with now.
ReplyDeleteFirst, congratulations on being published! You deserve it...I always enjoy your work! I'd like to have the book and the exemplars.
ReplyDeletecongrats on the book Martha love your blog and your classes , thanks for the giveaway hears hoping lol
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Hi Martha. I would love a copy of this new book. Congrats again on being published. Linda E.
ReplyDeletePick me! Pick me, please!
ReplyDeleteI have always been a fan of your lettering and it would be such an honor to have a signed copy of your new book!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely book to add tony collection!
ReplyDeleteKathie
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!
ReplyDeleteYour work is wonderful, I've learned so much from you. I would love a copy of the book...thank you for the give away.
ReplyDeleteI love your work, the book would be a wonderful addition...
ReplyDeleteYour classes are some of the best I have taken...keep it up! Congratulations on being published
Thanks for the opportunity to win your book. I love you lettering!
ReplyDeleteCan always use lettering ideas - thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI 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!!
ReplyDeleteamazing! thank you for your inspiration! I WANT this book! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the opportunity. I am just beginning to do an art journal and would love to improve my lettering.
ReplyDeleteWould love, love, love this book! Thanks for the chance!!
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ReplyDeleteThank you for offering this!
Carol
OMG This is right up my alley!!
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Pretty Pretty Please with sugar on top!!
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Martha-
ReplyDeleteActually 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?
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Steve Boyer
Congratulations Martha on this tremendous achievement! Thank you for the chance to win you book.
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Cindy
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!
ReplyDeleteTHANKS!!
Oh, indeed, I WANT this fun lettering book and your awesome exemplars! Congratulations on being published!!
ReplyDeleteWow - I'd love a chance to win a copy of this book and your signed exemplars. Count me in!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! 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 :)
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This looks like a fantastic book! Congratulations on being part of such a wonderful idea.
ReplyDeleteI 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!
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CK
Lovely book :)
ReplyDeleteSaturday is my birthday and this book would make the best gift ever!!! :)
ReplyDeleteRachel, mrsmillsart@hotmail.com
I love all types of lettering. What a wonderful prize! Please enter me in your giveaway.
ReplyDeleteThis looks fantastic! Thanks for hosting such a great giveaway. Can't wait to try the exemplars.
ReplyDeleteI am so excited about this book. I have been struggling with my lettering and this book would be perfect.
ReplyDeleteThank you!
Actually, I think I have enough lettering books. Said no calligrapher, ever! Count me in!
ReplyDeleteLots of talent in this book, I hope some rubs off on me if I win. I love your blog Martha.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Martha! I hope I win your exemplars and the book!! I am struggling with developing my lettering. Thanks for the opportunity.
ReplyDeleteVerdaderamente estaría encantada de tener en mis manos ese fabuloso libro. En cualquier caso, hace usted unas letras preciosas. Gracias por hacer este sorteo. Besos.
ReplyDeleteI like your blog and I am following it for a while now.
ReplyDeleteAnd yes, I like to take a chance for the fabulous book where you and Lori are in!!
Pick me, Pick me!!
ReplyDeleteI am new to lettering and calligraphy and your book would be a great resource! I am traveling this self-taught journey with excitement!
ReplyDeleteKudos, Martha! I would be thrilled to win your giveaway! I so admire your work <3
ReplyDeleteSharon in Alabama
Put my name in the hat, please! : ) And congratulations!!!
ReplyDeleteFabulous what an awesome opportunity.. This book is perfect for my daughter and I to creative fun lettering goodness.. Here's to hoping we win :)
ReplyDeleteI would love the have the book and exemplars, Thanks
ReplyDeleteThis book looks awesome! I think I'm going to order it - as if I needed another book on lettering...
ReplyDeleteThis is a great giveaway, like to win it!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Martha! I would SO like to have this book. Thanks for the chance to win one!
ReplyDeleteI would love to have this book! Thanks!!
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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! :-)
ReplyDeleteHere's hoping!
ReplyDeletePeace,
Cat
Yay for you!!! I am such a scrapbooker and could really use the inspiration! - mntxncmews@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteSo excited to win a chance for your book! I hope you pick me!!
ReplyDelete***ALLISON***
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 :)
ReplyDeleteI need that book and if I do not win then tell me where I can buy it.
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Frank Boyd
Would love to have the book and exemplars--looks very helpful and inspirational.
ReplyDeleteWould love to win this, as Barbara Close is my instructor and I am familiar with Lisa's work!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, What a wonderful book to be involved in- I would love to win this book and your exemplars
ReplyDeleteFabulous. I love lettering & would love the book.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Martha!
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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ReplyDeleteMarth, Jenny, I would love a copy of your book and the artists' exemplars!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Martha! I love your blog and visit it often. I'd be thrilled to own autographed copies of your book and exemplars, too!
ReplyDeleteAwesome! Thanks so much for including the exemplars and for a chance to win this book. Keeping my fingers crossed!
ReplyDeleteThis would be a great treat! Looks like a fun book!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to win!
ReplyDeleteHow 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 :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful giveaway! Thanks so much for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on being published Martha!! I would love a copy of the book. ;o)
ReplyDeleteI'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. :-)
ReplyDeleteCongrats to all involved in this publication.
Ardis
Congratulations! Very exciting to be included in the book.
ReplyDeleteI would love to have your book and the exemplars. Thank your very much.
ReplyDeleteSo 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.
ReplyDeleteThis book looks amazing! Thanks for the chance to win a copy!
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Hi, Would love to win. Thanks for the oportunity.
ReplyDeletehey Martha lovely work.. i would love to own a copy of it..
ReplyDeleteThe 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!
ReplyDeleteYes, please add my name to those already in the hat. I'd love to have this book.
ReplyDeleteThis looks like a wonderful and inspiring book to use again and again. Please count me in.
ReplyDeleteBill
Throw my name in the hat. I'd love to have a copy of this beautiful boook. Jim
ReplyDeleteI would love to win a copy of this book! Thanks for the opportunity. :-)
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Guess I'll give it a shot!!! Would LOVE to win your book and the exemplars Thanks
ReplyDeleteYes, I want the book and exemplars
ReplyDeleteYou do such lovely work.
Maggie Naylor
This sounds awesome, would love to win, how nice of you to offer this up as a gift
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Michelle
I love your work! This is a wonderful giveaway!!
ReplyDeleteHow much fun I could have with these! Thanks so much to all involved!
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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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