Remember how I mentioned that I had had some really special guests last weekend? Well, I was very blessed to get to do a photo shoot with Country Living magazine!
I had the super-talented stylist Heather Chontos, the wonderful editor Barb Ovrutsky, and the amazing photographer Jonny Valiant and his assistant Nick at my house last Sunday.
The were taking pics of my kitchen for an upcoming issue! It was so exciting and so nerve racking at the same time. When I saw their amazing portfolios and talent I told my husband, "I think I am gonna throw up." ..and I really meant it. I was so flippin' nervous. But everyone was so professional and fun that they made it easy.
I never thought that something like this would happen for me, so I feel so hugely blessed to get the opportunity! I was talking to a friend of mine who has also been in other publications and I said to her "I never thought a year ago we would be talking about photo shoots and our homes." It's funny how things can happen.
It will be in sometime after summer, I'll let you know when it's out...
Jen
How wonderful for you, I can't wait to see the issue when it comes out! Congratulations, you so deserve it! xoxo
ReplyDeleteWOW! That is fantastic! Can't wait to see the results.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations and how exciting - your creativeness is definitely magazine worthy!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful thing to happen to you. I can't wait to see it in the magazine and I know it will look beautiful.
ReplyDeleteso exciting. it would have been so fun to watch them work. i think this is only the beginning of what is coming your way!!
ReplyDeleteWow! That is so very exciting! I'm thrilled for you! You did a beautiful job making that kitchen yours, and the right people noticed... Congrats to you!!!
ReplyDeleteHow very exciting! I can't wait to see it in print and know that it will be wonderful given your creative decorating talents and all their expertise in photography. So happy for you! :)
ReplyDeleteFollowing your blog for awhile I can see why, I always stop and take an extra moment or two to look at the lovely decor and arrangements in your photos. Can't wait to see the article!
ReplyDeleteThat is just thrilling, Jen!
ReplyDeleteHuge congrats!!!
I'm so jealous of photogs that have the whole she-bang lighting system...it's just me and my camera when I do a shoot. Someday! :-)
Hugs,
Anne
How amazing! I'm glad you didn't throw up and that you were able to enjoy it. I'll buy a copy as soon as you let us know the issue with your kitchen is out.
ReplyDeleteOh, well don't be surprised! You kitchen makeover was amazing.
ReplyDeleteWhat an exciting (though nerve-wracking!) thing to be a part of!
Can't wait to see the shoot...
Jen, I am not surprised a bit! Your kitchen makeover is incredible! So happy for you! ;o)
ReplyDeleteMary
You go girl! Congratulations.
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful Jen! Your home is just the perfect home for a Country Living photo shoot!!! I am looking forward to seeing it.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Penny
What a dream come true! I'm not surprised though...your home is beautiful! I can't wait to see the issue and hope you share more details soon. Congrats!
ReplyDeleteSarah xo
Congratulations!!!!
ReplyDeleteI can only imagine how awesome that must feel!
Oh Jen how exciting...I am so happy for you...and so you should be in Country Living...your house is warm and welcoming and just beautiful...way to go!!!!!! What issue is it going to be in,PLEASE let me know! x0
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ReplyDeleteCongratulations! I subscribe to Country Living and I can't wait to see your home in it!
ReplyDeleteI am so happy for you Jen! Your home is beautiful and I am not surprised that you will be in their issue! Congratulations you deserve it! Hugs lulu
ReplyDeleteJen ~
ReplyDeleteYAYYY Congratulations!!!
I cannot wait to see ~
xoxo
Lori
well oh my gosh!!!!!
ReplyDeleteyay for you!
i can't wait to see your layout & be able to say "i know her"!!
your home is gorgeous jen
oxox
So happy for you Jennifer! That is such exciting news. You did a gorgeous job on your kitchen and deserve to be featured!! Can't wait to see the magazine.
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Dawn
Jen you are so lucky, just got my April issue today, I love that magazine Congrats to you
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The Shabby Chick
Wow!! Jen, that is so AWESOME! You totally deserve it, girl! Any idea what issue you will be in? I can't wait to see it! I always love it when someone I "know" is in a magazine! So cool! :)
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Beth.
Squeeeeeeal! That is so very exciting! You are a ROCKSTAR now!
ReplyDeleteI can say I knew you "when"!
After all that kavetching during the remodel this is a well deserved and wonderful outcome. yay you!
ReplyDeleteJen, girl ... it was just a matter of time ... !!!
ReplyDeleteThe best advice Kim McCole gave me (almost three years ago now) after she asked for pictures ...
"don't get your hopes up" ... it happens when it's the right time. ... your time is n.o.w.
YOU will shine and your uber hard work and talent will come pouring through this feature!
Oh I am so excited for you! I printed off some pictures of your blog for my inspiration pages for my kitchen. When I talked to the "designer" He said that "it is hard to recreate this type of kitchen you 'see in a magazine' on a budget." I replied, "She is a blogger. This is a real person. Not a a kitchen from a magazine!" I guess I can't say that anymore! Yea! I can't wait for your issue.
ReplyDeleteI am so happy for you!!! I just love seeing all these great bloggers, like you, get spotlighted in magazines...it makes it real!!
ReplyDeleteYou go girl,and enjoy!! Hats off to you!
♡ AMAZING BLOG ♡
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Jacqueline♡
http://jacquelineswhitehome.blogspot.com/
How very exciting!! I would be nervous too!! I love your blog. I must be living under a rock but I just saw it over at Whimsy by Victoria.
ReplyDeleteYou are one very talented lady.
Ruth
That is pretty cool. I think the part that I would find very facinating is, how they do their thing! I would love just to sit back and watch them make their magic.
ReplyDeleteGlad you didn't throw up!
I am so happy for you!!! Your kitchen is the best makeover I have ever seen!!!
ReplyDeleteSO proud of you! Love seeing your dreams come true!! <3
ReplyDeleteWOW that is Awesome! Congrats.. And I think of would of thrown up too, lol.. but you have nothing to worry about, your place is AMAZING! We all love it! Have fun!
ReplyDeleteMechelle
What a dream come true. So exciting. I will look forward to seeing the finished product.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Jen! I'm sooo excited for you! Your house is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteJen, superstar!! (*Jazz Hands*!)
Jenn-I think a lot of us would love to hear how the opportunity came up that your home was asked to be in a shoot for the magazine. Would you want to do a post on that? I would be all ears! Think about it.
ReplyDeleteCongrats!
Karen
So fun!!! You'll have to let us know when the issue is coming out, can't wait to see it! Congratulations to you! oxox, Tracie
ReplyDeleteYahoo, this is the most exciting news! you soo deserve it, I bet your kitchen was beaming...I can't wait to get my hands on this issue and send it to you for signature! ha! congrats missy!!
ReplyDeleteHow exciting! Can't wait to see it and learn all about how the shoot went. Congrats!
ReplyDeleteThat is fantastic news.I am so looking forward to seeing your home in the magazine.I am very very excited for you.Have a fun and creative day...Chickie
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ReplyDeleteThat is so wonderful and exciting!! Congratulations...can't wait for CL's issue.
Keep us posted.
Take care,
Claudia
Oh congrats Jen!!!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see it in the magazine..something to look forward to!
This sis so exciting and you must be tickled pink!!
Have a great week!!
Deborah xo
Congratulations! Country Living is my favorite magazine, I've been a subscriber for about 12 years and I can't wait to see your home in it.
ReplyDeletehow super fun and exciting! congrats 'big time!'
ReplyDeleteSo very exciting. I will look forward to seeing it! I have a subscription to Country Living so I won't miss it. ox
ReplyDeleteYay! That is wonderful! A dream come true!! :) Congratulations!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI always buy that mag... love it!
Lara
Yay! Congratulations! I am so, so happy for you!
ReplyDeleteWow & Whoo Hoo! Yes, please let all your followers know which issue will be featuring your beautiful kitchen. Gosh, this is just to exciting, lol.
ReplyDeleteRoxanna
I'm so happy for you! What an exciting time. I'll look forward to seeing the issue.
ReplyDeletetu casa es digna de salir en cualquier revista me alegro por ti espero que luego nos pongas las fotos en tu blog para poder verlas ya que no podre comprar la revista.Bss josefa.
ReplyDeleteThat is SO exciting! congrats - I can't wait to see the feature :)
ReplyDeleteI am sure the view from cloud 9 is amazing..congratulations!!
ReplyDeleteThat is awesome news. Yes, let us know when you will be featured. Congrats!
ReplyDeleteYeah!!! yeah YEAH!!!! oh I am sooo excited for you and to hear this news!!!!! How you've transformed your home is gorgeous and so worthy of such a fabulous publication!!!! congrats sweet friend!!!
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LuLu
Congratulations, how exciting that is!! Your home is absolutely beautiful, it should be in a magazine. I can't wait to see it!
ReplyDeleteJodi
JEN!!!! How amazing is THIS???!!! But really?....it's not ~ you are wonderful girl and I can't wait to see the issue!!! Please let us know, but of course I've subscribed so I KNOW I'll be getting it!!! Congratulations sweet girl ~ hugs and love, Dawn
ReplyDeletecongratulations!!! that is so wonderful for you. your kitchen is so lovely...can't wait to see it in the magazine!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!!! I'm a subscriber so I'll be sure to see it when it comes out, and I can't wait. It couldn't have happened to a nicer or more deserving person. So happy for you!
ReplyDeleteVery best,
~Angela~
Congratulations! Country Living is my favorite magazine and your kitchen makeover is perfect for it. Can't wait to see the issue when it comes out.
ReplyDeleteHow fantastically, marvelously wonderful! Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteDear Jennifer, Even as the 63rd commenter I had to say WOW! This is the coolest thing. You've worked so hard to make your house a home for your family...I can't wait to see it in THE magazine! Love, Penny
ReplyDeleteCOOL! congratulations! That's sooooo exciting!
ReplyDeleteCindy
YAY- so excited for you. You certainly deserve the attention so don't question it another minute.
ReplyDeleteHugs~
T
So fun! I look forward to seeing their images!
ReplyDeleteWow...so very cool, COngratulations! I always get the magazine, there's NO WAY I'll miss it now!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Oh man...yeah, I think I would be either throwing up or peeing my pants...LOL. Oh man, keep us updated on when, can't wait to see! And again, wonderful news, congrats, congrats!!!!
ReplyDeletec
That is so exciting! I cannot wait to see the magazine! So deserving!
ReplyDeleteHi Jen, I've been reading your blog for a while...but have never left a comment-how lame am I!?
ReplyDeleteAnyways, your kitchen has been a total inspiration in my own kitchen remodel. I have a long way to go, but I look at your pictures often to stay on track with my design ideas and to study your choices as well. Thank you.
Country Living knows whats up! Your kitchen is beautiful and I can see why they wasted no time in getting over there. I can't wait to see it in print. WOW!
ohhh i love this blog and i can't wait to see the results of your photo shoot.
ReplyDeleteLindsay
jen how wonderful! sorry i haven't been by and am just seeing this now. that must have been so much fun, i'm so happy for you! county living is a big deal! susan
ReplyDeleteMany congratulations to you Jen! I can't think of anyone who deserves it more! :)
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