Angst and joy

It feels a bit unreal that I will have my book in my hands soon, but the lovely write-up today on the stashbooks blog proves that the day will come very soon.

It's more than 1½ years ago since I got the first mail from Susanne who wanted me to be one of the first authors in C&T Publishing's new book concept stash books. If i remember correctly I thought the first e-mail from Susanne was some kind of spam and I hit the delete button quite fast (sorry about that!).  Well, she didn't give up and was very convinced that I should go for it whereas I was seeing all the obstacles in the way, the loss of income during the writing period, the kids home on holiday and me writing a book, disbelief and yada yada... And I had a hard time imagining the process as far as to the finished product. But, then I thought, what the heck, if I could finish half a PhD thesis (that's another story...) it can't be that hard to write a decent craft book! After all it was only going to be my first book, not necessarily my best book (the thought comforted me at the time :). So I went for it. It wasn't fun all the time, I still suffered from serious writer's angst from my previous life at the univeristy, but I did it and I'm proud! And I know it will look awesome because Kristy did such a great job with the layout!

And for those of you who have been thinking that you could as well make one of those tomte stuffies all by yourself (much cheaper) I can pop the news that the pattern will be in the book for you! There he sits on the stove enjoying Christmas (I know I promised not to talk about Christmas in my last post, but I admit it was a mistake so can you forgive me, please?). If you'd rather just look at the pretty pictures in the book I will also be listing some tomtar in the shop soon for those of you who are patiently waiting. I've got some really yummy vintage Christmas fabric waiting in my stash. The lovely picture was taken by my very talented friend and photographer Sanna Peurakoski.

Have a wonderful weekend everyone! I have promised myself to sort out my craft corner today, what are you up to?

Comments

[Anne Marie]

You should be roud of yourself! I'm sure your family is! And we are looking forward to see the end result of your hard work. Gratulerer!!!

[Krista - Poppyprint]

I can't wait to see your book in person - how exciting! I bet the photos will be amazing, because everything you make is so wonderful, how could they not take good pictures? Congratulations on this fabulous achievement!!! I bet your family is bursting with pride, too!

[jacquie]

i'm so proud of you and can't wait to get my hands on a copy!! so are you coming to the states for a book tour. i'd love an autographed copy! even though the pattern is in the book, i'll be watching for them in your shop...i'd love to add some of your masterpieces to my collection!

[tracey petersen]

You should be incredibly proud. It looks amazing and I can't wait to see it in real life!

[Clare W]

I can't wait for it to come out

[Cheryl Arkison]

Phenomenally exciting for you, and for all of us fans!

[anne from finland]

Grattis! Hur orkar jag vänta på att se din bok?!!! ;-)

[Shasta]

Congratulations! It looks like a lovely book.

[Marit]

Congratulation on finishing your first book, Kajsa! Look forward to enjoy it, love your scandinavian and very personal style!
; )

[Kajsa Wikman]

Thank you Linda! Thats exactly how I hope my book will work, to inspire people to be creative! xKajsa

[Kajsa Wikman]

Of course you will get a signed copy Laurraine! Special price only for you ;) Hugs Kajsa

[PatchworkPottery]

EEEEK! I can't wait to get my hands on a SIGNED copy from you even though I could get a copy much more easily from this side of the world! Hugs, L

[Munaiba]

The book looks great. Congratulations

[jenny b harris]

It looks fantastic! Congratulations, I am so happy for you!

[Linda Urban]

The book looks wonderful. I hardly ever buy craft books anymore -- but this is an exception. I know that I'll make things, but more importantly, I can tell I'll be inspired to create my own work. Thank you for sharing your life with us in your blog and your book.

[Kajsa Wikman]

That sounds like so much fun (the wool  and friends part, not the cleaning)! Have a wonderful night! xKajsa

[Regina]

Kajsa, I want one, too!!!
Regina

[painted fish studio]

i cannot wait to have the book in my hands, congratulations, kajsa! today i am cleaning my house in preparation for an evening of creating felted wool projects with my friends. i've got bottles of wine and lots of wool roving waiting!

[mervi]

Oh Kajsa, I'm so proud of you too :D!!! That book looks just fabulous and I know I have to get one too! Can't wait to see it! -mervi

[kaholly]

Congratulations, Kajsa! How exciting for you. ~karen

[Kajsa Wikman]

How great Cláudia! I hope you will enjoy it! xx Kajsa

[Kajsa Wikman]

Hej! Juliane! Det blir riktigt spännande att få hålla i boken, det är så länge sedan jag blev färdig med den så har glömt bort hur jobbigt det var, nu känns det bara roligt! Jag har lovat mina barn att sy lite nya kläder åt dem, det är så länge sedan jag hunnit sy något till dem. Lilla E ville ha en jacka med en uggla på :) P.s. Jag skickar din räv på måndag :) Tack! Kajsa

[Cláudia]

I alreally made a pre order on amazon :)

Kisses
Cláudia

[Juliane]

Hoppas du får lite lugn och ro nu, Kajsa. Ser fram emot att bläddra i din (min) bok, det blir spännande och jag gläder mig åt att brodera och sy lite mer åt mig själv under hösten...

Soliga hälsningar,

Juliane