Hello and welcome to the new and improved Mary Engelbreit website! There are so many things happening at the Studios that we just had to have a brand new way of showcasing them. Plus it’s always good, especially during tough times, to redecorate a little—it puts everything in a whole new light and brings fresh energy to deal with whatever situation you’re in.
And, as you can see, I’m going to be blogging on this website, talking about my work, what goes on here at the office, and asking to hear your ideas and thoughts about what we do here. Needless to say, I only want to hear about them if they’re positive and glowing. Just kidding. Kind of.
What I’m doing here right now is trying to finish my new Fairy Tales book, the third in a little trilogy—Mother Goose, Nursery Tales and now this one. It’s been a lot of fun to illustrate these stories I know so well, but that deadline is coming up fast! Already I’m thinking about the next book, The Nutcracker. Never a dull moment. And I would love a dull moment. That’s my goal after this busy summer—several dull moments in a row.
But I’m not complaining about work, certainly not in this economy. I know it’s a hard time especially for artists. Of course artists create art no matter what, just for the sheer joy of it—maybe you’d like to send in photos of what you’ve been working on and we can share them with the class. There’s nothing so inspiring as seeing other people’s work and knowing everybody’s out there, creating away. Makes you want to run out and buy paper and paint and stimulate the economy and your brain cells at the same time.
So stay in touch—let me know what you’d like to read about on the Mary Engelblog and I’ll try to oblige. Just know that we’re glad you’re here and hope you’ll come again soon!
Hello Mary,
We have just finished the Vol I and III Mother Goose fabric books, but having much difficulty finding Vol II fabric. Any help would be greatly appreciated, as I would love to have a complete set for my new grandson Toren. Thank you for any information.
kathy
Hello Mary,
We have just finished the Vol I and III Mother Goose fabric books, but having much difficulty finding Vol II fabric. Any help would be greatly appreciated, as I would love to have a complete set for my new grandson Ethan. Thank you for any information.
Robin
Hi, I just emailed the Contact Me by mistake so I will do this again..I, like everyone, MISS your magazine soooooo much…I have been under the weather, but going through all my old issues brighten my days, and I just love all my ME magazines….I kept all the paper dools for my grand daughters and they love them!!! I sure hope the magazine comes back!! will it ever?? It was the only magazine I subscribed too….thanks for all those wonderful years…Please bring it back!! thanks, Diane
Hello Mary,
You have always been my decorating inspiration! I met you at your lovely store in Bellevue, WA and we exchanged stories of your Scottie, Henry and my Scottie McDougal. Now we have a new Black Scottie named, Gilligan. Souls are made for endurance and I’m so glad you continue to inspire despite all life’s challenges. You take care and I look forward to your blog.
Artistically Yours,
Lisa
Hi Mary…I have been a “Mary” fan for years. I do miss your magazine, but I stay logged on to your website to keep you connected to my life. I have accumulated as many “Mary” items over the years that I can acquire, like vases,tea cups,cake plates,flags,a Madame Alexander doll, even PJs that I treasure, and I love that Michaels carries your stationery products… I have most books you have published…and a calendar is a necessity and a daily page turner…you and your products make me smile every day, every way…I hope I get to come to St. Louis one day. Keep it coming and thank you for being you!
Hi Mary,
I too miss your magazine. In fact when you changed the “look” of the magazine a few years ago to make it more modern, I cried. I loved the old school Mary Engelbreit magazine (yes, I don’t like changes)! However, I love your work and continue to support you and your family by buying anything ME I can, especially your fabric.
I am not a blogger but because of you and your beautiful talent, I will follow your blog.
Welcome back!
Thank you so much for the many years of great reading. I am not much of a computer user, but will love checking out your site from time to time. I was so stunned when I lost your magazine that it never occured to me to look on your web site until now. I hope you go back to print. It is so much more tactile and satisfying to hold and re-read and enjoy a magazine, to say nothing of the excitement of getting it in mail.
Mary you should know how far reaching your wonderful work is. Recently a friend’s mother died. Her name is Pat and she loved to ice skate when she was young. I painted a pair of ice skates using your idea from your book Crafts to Celebrate the Seasons. In sparkles I painted her name on the heels. This lovely momento of Pat’s life so touched her daughter’s heart but mine too as I work thru my own grief with my Dad’s passing. You gave me Art Therepy without even knowing it. Thank you soooo much. HUGS!!!
Dear Mary,
I also miss your magazine. It is the only one I bought and actually read! Times are very hard now indeed! I have collected tea pots for several years and find they brighten my day. I am making a plan to redo my kitchen and want to make it all Mary! I will be making my own curtains and painting. I will be watching your new site for inspiration.
I miss your magazine too!! I have many old copies that I have hung onto for over 10 yrs., my favorites were the ones with your artwork as the cover. Please publish again. Thanks for the great ideas!!
I have been recently looking for your magazine in the local bookstores and have not found one so I looked up your website and was sad to find out that is has been discontinued! I am so glad that I have kept the past issues! Just to let you know that I have many of your wonderful items and have been decorating my sewing classroom at school and was excited to find ME borders for my bulletin boards. Thanks!!
I, too, miss my ME Home Companion. I was so happy to run across your blog. Looking forward to checking back oftenl
Loving your page redo. Looking forward to keeping up with Your blog. Your Art makes Me smile! I love your fabric. Just had a giveaway on my blog of a kit with your fabric.
HI! MARY!!! YAY YAY YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!
SO GLAD TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR NEW “ENGELBLOG!” I’LL BE CHECKING EVERYDAY. CAN’T WAIT TO SEE WHAT YOU ARE DOING!! I MISS MY HOME COMPANION, TOO!! IT WAS MY VERY, VERY FAVORITE MAGAZINE AND I AM IN MOURNING OVER IT!! I HAVE EVERY ISSUE, EVEN WHEN THERE WAS ONLY ONE PRINTED EVERY ONCE-IN-A-WHILE! HAPPY CRAFTING!
….Thank you …thank you!…I have every copy of MEHC….So glad you are out here!…looking forward to following your Blog!…..Colleen
I am excited about your new blog, considering you have been my inspiration for years. I appreciate how you know the artists heart and we keep creating and plugging away even if nobody else is seeing it. It’s not about the fame and fortune of it all, it’s the creating. Thank you so much for the continued inspiration!
Smiles,
Teresa
http://www.teresaksheeley.typepad.com
an artist in training. always learning, never stopping
Mary,
I’m so happy that you’ve started a blog where we can keep up with what you’re working on. The books sound wonderful and I can’t wait to see the finished product. I really do miss your magazine!
Catherine
So glad to have found your site! I miss your magazine very much. I read all the shelter mags, and yours was my favorite.
I have put off commenting on the absence of the Home Companion magazine…hoping it would come back. Now, since so much time has passed, I figured you could add my name to the many who miss you. I am just thankful I kept passed issues!!! Please come back!
I’m so excited to see the new book! Yours are treasured favorites in our home!
With love,
Amy
hi mary i have long loved your art.i think it was back on the christopher lowell show on discovery channel that i saw your style.i love bieng an artist i just hope one day i will get good enough to market my self for public publishing,i have neen painting for 14 years and still know the best of my abilities are not here yet.i will keep on making art i think as long as i can.i hope to meet you some day love gina
So happy you’re blogging! I miss Home Companion so much. It was my favorite magazine. So exciting to find it in my mail box. It is very tough to be an working artist these days, but the joy of creating art is a gift. I create whether there’s a job or not. I can’t not create!! I’m looking forward to your posts and I hope to attend the HC Workshops next year. It’s also a great excuse excuse to visit my hometown.
Here’s what I’m up to http://www.CreativeWhimsies.blogspot.com, http://www.PixieBears.com, http://www.LauraZarrin.com
I’m so happy to see your blog
Ohhhhh….so glad I found this link on Twitter and found you! What fun! I too miss your magazine. I have several past issues that I love going over and over again. =o)
I’m going to add your link to my blog!
Sunshine & Blessings! *Lori
Mary,
So glad to find your blog but miss the magazine so very much. I am glad that you are doing well and remember that only new opportunities await. Thanks for all that you have shared.