Wednesday, 9 January 2013

BIG news!

Can't believe I've managed to keep this quiet over Christmas (it's been excruciating!) but I'm allowed to blog, as it's been announced today, that I'm the new editor of Mollie Makes.


[Embroidered card, top right by Floss and Mischief; Camera necklace, bottom left by Ladybird Likes.]

I am beyond excited. Having been Acting Editor for a while now, it's just wonderful to be able to properly sink my teeth in and do a small amount of switcheroo (it won't change too much, promise), tweaking things here and there and bouncing new ideas off the wonderful team. You'll be pleased to know too, that previous editor, Jane Toft isn't going far. She's been promoted to Editor in Chief across our lifestyle titles, which include MM. I'm thrilled to still be working with her - I've learnt so much about publishing an international title working with Jane and having been trusted to look after things while she was seconded was absolutely the best way to learn.

I would love to hear your comments and feedback about the magazine. And I'll still be blogging to give you snippets of behind the scenes, pretty pictures and my own endeavours in craft.

The first issue to have my editor's letter will be no.24, out on 15th February. Can't wait!

Also, I decided on my One Little Word for 2013. I do this rather than resolutions. It's 'Strength'. Since 2010, I've now moved through 'Create', 'Evolve' and 'Balance' and felt something extra active, brazen and bold was due. What's your word?

29 comments:

  1. So excited for you, you absolutely deserve this, and I bet Jane is glad to be able to delegate, with all the titles she's juggling. Looking forward to reading your letter and wishing you very best of luck (not that you'll need it!)

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    1. Thank you Gretel, so pleased we get to work together. x

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  2. Congratulations! Best of luck :)

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  3. Congratulations!
    I really think it's a beautiful magazine and looks like a lot of fun to work at!

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    1. It is, Fiona! We have a lovely team which is half the battle with work, right? Plus, the craft community is so supportive, it's always a pleasure featuring such sweet people.

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  4. Congratulations! I like your words. I am on balance this year funnily enough. Strength is great.

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  5. Congratulations! That's incredibly exciting. I'm looking forward to seeing the direction you'll take Mollie Makes.

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    1. Thanks Andi! I have a few new things planned which will appear over the next handful of issues.

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  6. Congratulations, what exciting news.

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    1. Thanks Alana! I don't think I've stopped running around going: "Eeeeeeee!" ;)

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  7. Congratulations again! I can't wait to see how you put your stamp on it :)

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    1. Aw thanks Leigh. Looking forward to lots of fun feature planning with you.

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  8. I've been a little stalkery-lurker for a few months now, reading but not commenting. Can't do that today, Iwant to say Congratulations! Best wishes in your new post.

    My word this year is 'Simplicity'. Just want to enjoy the simple things in life, and get rid of the clutter.

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    1. Great word Sadie! I could do with some of that! And thanks so much for commenting, really appreciate it :)

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  9. I'm sending you congratulations all the way from New York City. I am a regular MM reader, eagerly awaiting the delayed delivery of new issues at the Barnes & Noble international magazine stands. My collection of these inspiring magazines is growing, and I look forward to future developments.

    Best wishes!

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    1. Thanks so much Frances, so pleased that you like the magazine. x

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  10. Congratulations Lara, can't wait to see what you have planned, love getting MM through my door each month.
    C xx

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    1. Thanks Liz! You should've just received your new copy, yes? :)

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  11. Congratulations Lara, this is so well-deserved and I am super happy for you! I love Mollie Makes and think I might even love it more if that's possible!!

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    1. So sweet! That's lovely. Wowzers, you are kind x

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  12. HUGE CONGRATS! So well deserved.

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    1. Thanks Amy! Would love to work together again this year, keep us in mind :)

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  13. Congratulations! Wishing you all the best for your new post, can't wait to see what you do!

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  14. SO pleased for you. Congratulations! You deserve it!
    Can't wait to see you work your magic. x

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    1. Thank you so much! *Prays for magic* ;)

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