Thursday, March 19, 2009

COUNTRY SAMPLER HAS ARRIVED!

Created By My Colonial Home
On Monday we received our special copy of Country Sampler magazine!
OMGosh I just can't say how happy and pleased we were with the whole Sampler team for doing such a great job on our article. They hit the interview on the head!
The pictures I took are terrible - I'm not liking my camera, never liked it and probably will never know how to use it correctly - but it gets the job done.

So here are the pages - enjoy....and I do hope you can find one in the stores if you don't get the subscription.













THANKS FOR ALL YOUR INTEREST IN SOMETHING WE FEEL IS AN HONOR BESTOWED ON US...and probably a once in a lifetime experience at least for most of us 'common people'
Hugs, Karen

51 comments:

  1. AnonymousMarch 19, 2009 at 11:34 AM

    Hi Karen. Just checked out the pictures of your home. Beautiful!!!
    I do have a Country Sampler subscription but could not wait for it to come in. What a treat to see your home! Congratulations!

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  2. KimberlyMarch 19, 2009 at 11:35 AM

    Can't wait for it to hit the stands up here!

    ...Will probably take a good month or so...

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  3. LisaMarch 19, 2009 at 11:39 AM

    Hi Karen,

    I have ALWAYS thought that you decorated everything so tastefully from what I could see in your posts. The magazine is proof of that... I can't wait to get a copy of it. Thanks for sharing your home with all of us.

    Hugs,
    Lisa

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  4. BrendaMarch 19, 2009 at 11:46 AM

    Congrats! Your home is awesome!!

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  5. JuanitaMarch 19, 2009 at 11:53 AM

    Oh Karen,
    Congrats!!! I can't wait to get my copy in the mail. Your home is beautiful.Have a blessed day!
    Juanita

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  6. carolyn@simple~primitive~devotionMarch 19, 2009 at 11:56 AM

    I got my copy yesterday and left you a comment. I think most of us have been very happy and excited for you and looking forward to getting this issue. Everything looks awesome and I enjoyed the article so much!
    Congrats again!

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  7. Linda - Behind My Red DoorMarch 19, 2009 at 12:11 PM

    Hi Karen,
    I just got my copy and your home looks wonderful. I love seeing it from someone else's perspective! I haven't had time to read the article - I want to save it for when I can enjoy it with a cup of tea.

    Congratulations - a very well deserved honor - you said it so well!

    hugs, Linda

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  8. •♦•©The Olde Weeping Cedar •♦•March 19, 2009 at 12:24 PM

    Oh Karen, I'm so happy for you!!! :)
    I can't wait to get my copy!!
    Your home is just so beautiful...
    ...It is indeed a "well deserved" HONOR! CONGRATS!

    Have a wonderful day!
    Hugs-Kath

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  9. AnonymousMarch 19, 2009 at 12:27 PM

    Hi Karen,
    I picked up a Country Sampler yesterday at one of our local craft shops. I loved the photos of your home...it is so beautiful!! You've done an awesome job decorating your home! Congratulations and thanks for sharing your home with all of us.
    hugs, Cindy

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  10. Janet - underthewillowMarch 19, 2009 at 12:40 PM

    Hi Karen!....Congratulations!....I can't wait to get my copy!....I've actually got an ad coming out in this issue too so I'm surprised I haven't gotten my advertiser's copy yet!....can't wait to sit down and view your pictures! Janet :)

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  11. Kindra-At Home With KMarch 19, 2009 at 12:44 PM

    Congrats on your Country Sampler Feature! I'll be waiting (not patiently) for my copy in my mail box. Hopefully soon! The pictures look wonderful!

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  12. basketsnprimsMarch 19, 2009 at 12:57 PM

    Karen,
    I haven't gotten my copy yet, but I know your home is just beautiful. Your decorating taste is just wonderful. Congrats ~ you deserve this honor.
    hugs,
    Pam

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  13. JaneneMarch 19, 2009 at 2:31 PM

    I can't wait to get my copy!
    Your home is so beautiful!
    It definately belongs on the pages of a magazine!
    I hope mine gets here soon!

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  14. GayleMarch 19, 2009 at 2:38 PM

    YAY for you! Can't wait to get my copy in the mail!

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  15. CozyGirlMarch 19, 2009 at 2:56 PM

    Oh Karen I am so excited to get it! The pictures look wonderful, but I didn't look at them to long because I want to enjoy looking at them when it comes in the mail.I can't wait! Have a great afternoon!
    Janae

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  16. JaneneMarch 19, 2009 at 3:04 PM

    Yeah!
    I just received mine in the mail!!
    I am going to read it tonight after the children are all nestled snug in their beds...while visions of sugar plums dance in their heads!

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  17. AnneMarch 19, 2009 at 3:07 PM

    Karen,
    Cant wait to get mine...Ive always loved to look at your home pics. Congrats!
    Anne

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  18. Lewaina@cliffsideranchMarch 19, 2009 at 3:27 PM

    WOW! I'm excited for you! You do have a beautiful home. I'm waiting like lots are.....for my copy to come in the mail! Thanks for sharing with us on your blog! Congrats once again!♥

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  19. Something Nice and PrettyMarch 19, 2009 at 3:33 PM

    Hi Karen,
    I can't wait to find one soon I so want to see your wonderful prim home it it. Congrats to you and your Dh too:)
    Rondell

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  20. BirgitMarch 19, 2009 at 4:01 PM

    Oh Karen, I can't wait to get my copy of CS in the mail! Your living room is so big and so inviting. Can't wait, can't wait! :)
    Congratulations on such an honor.
    Hugs & blessings~ Birgit

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  21. RobbyMarch 19, 2009 at 4:11 PM

    Congrats Karen!!!!! It looks great. Live in Scotland so I dont' think I will be seeing it!!!! xxxRobby

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  22. ~Judy~March 19, 2009 at 4:41 PM

    Congrats Karen! I made myself skip over the photos so I will be surprised when my copy gets here! I'm sure it will be worth the wait.

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  23. Wendy/TheCozyYellowHouseMarch 19, 2009 at 5:02 PM

    Congratulations!!! Your home is so gorgeous and inviting!!! I need to go find a copy of CS!!!:0) Have a wonderful day!~Wendy

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  24. Black Sheep LisaMarch 19, 2009 at 5:31 PM

    I got mine today Karen and skimmed through, but plan on reading tonight! Of course i love your home!

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  25. big city primsMarch 19, 2009 at 5:54 PM

    Got mine yesterday and posted about it today -- beautiful layout and beautiful eye candy!! A perfectly lovely home! ~Terry

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  26. Scallywags ScribblesMarch 19, 2009 at 5:59 PM

    Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful.
    your home is beautiful and deserves to be in the magazine!
    Well done to you both.

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  27. BrenMarch 19, 2009 at 7:08 PM

    Congrats Karen!! Can't wait to get my copy. Your home is so beautiful, you deserve to be showcased!
    Hugs, Bren

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  28. AngieMarch 19, 2009 at 9:37 PM

    Karen that is such a beautiful spread! Congradulations! I look foward to reading the article. I know someone famous now, how cool is that!
    blessings and happy spring!
    angie

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  29. CarlaMarch 19, 2009 at 10:04 PM

    Hi Karen. I can't wait to get mine. I'm always anxious for it to come, but even more so this time. I love your home and will be drooling as I look at the pictures. You certainly deserve the honor.

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  30. TerryMarch 19, 2009 at 10:09 PM

    I thought for sure my copy would be in the mail today...so hopefully tomorrow. I can't wait to see it.
    Congratulations Karen...you certainly deserve it!
    Terry

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  31. Tammy ~ Country Girl at Home ~March 19, 2009 at 10:57 PM

    Karen,

    I do have a subscription and mine came this afternoon! I'm so happy! I can't wait to savor each page and take it all in! I'm mentioning you in tomorrow's post! I'm so excited for you Karen and your home is so worthy of CS pages! Congratulations!

    Hugs,
    Tammy

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  32. Countryfolk KeepsakesMarch 20, 2009 at 7:39 AM

    Woo-hoo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This is awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'll be on the lookout for it! I can't wait to grab one!
    Congratulations darlin'!! :> )
    ~Peanut

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  33. Never So SimpleMarch 20, 2009 at 8:15 AM

    Hi Karen,

    Thanks for stopping by my blog. I have actually been on their for awhile but when I changed my email I had to change everything. I have loved your home for sometime and can't wait to read my CS that came yesterday.

    Donna

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  34. BenitaMarch 20, 2009 at 8:28 AM

    Hi Karen ~
    I'm a new fan of yours after seeing your home in Country Sampler and I'm looking forward to seeing more on your blog !
    Your friend ~
    Benita

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  35. angiesraggedypatchMarch 20, 2009 at 10:09 AM

    I am going to have to pick one up!!!
    So happy for you!
    hugs~
    angie

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  36. ohiofarmgirlMarch 20, 2009 at 10:14 AM

    I will be watching the stores for it...congrats! The pics look so beautiful. Dianntha

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  37. Raggedy AngelMarch 20, 2009 at 7:23 PM

    Oh where is mine....I will be watching for my mailman, I know I am gonna love it!!!
    Beth

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  38. Kim @ Home Is Where The Heart IsMarch 20, 2009 at 8:38 PM

    I love what you did with the paneling in the family room...after seeing this article I said to my dh that I'd like to paint our paneling...thanks for the inspiration!!!

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  39. UnknownMarch 20, 2009 at 9:37 PM

    I have been away from CS forum for awhile, but found my way back and was glad to see a link to blogs. I'm looking forward to that issue of CS. Congratulations!

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  40. AnonymousMarch 20, 2009 at 10:14 PM

    Hi Karen, I have been enjoying your blog for a couple of months and really enjoy all the pics and info you share. Saw your home in CS and it is so very nice. You have just the right touch and your love for your home is written on every wall!! Thanks for sharing...Friends who haven't met..Sherrie

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  41. TolentreasuresMarch 21, 2009 at 2:50 AM

    Can't wait to pick up the magazine and wouldn't you know, my subsription just ran out. The pics look wonderful from here, what an honor!

    Cathy

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  42. Janet - underthewillowMarch 21, 2009 at 9:22 AM

    Hi Karen!....Thank you for visiting my blog....yes I did see your home spread in the Country Sampler and it is GORGEOUS!....Congratulations on such an honor! Janet :)

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  43. BrendaMarch 21, 2009 at 10:10 AM

    I got my Country Sampler in the mail yesterday and I was thumbing through it looking at all the pretty pictures (which is what I do first) then I saw a picture of a woman I thought I had seen before and I go to digging and sure enough it said KAREN!
    Your home is beautiful! I am so excited for you!
    Brenda
    The Vintage Polka Dot
    (formerly Rusty Creek Primitives)

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  44. Kathy SchwankeMarch 21, 2009 at 2:10 PM

    Karen, I got my copy in the mail yesterday, and ran right in to check it out! Beautiful! I love your Johnston Benchworks pieces!

    Someday maybe...

    I was wondering, since I am kind of new to your blog. How did you get picked to be in the mag?

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  45. Valley Primitives Gift ShoppeMarch 21, 2009 at 6:41 PM

    Hi Karen!
    I've been drooling over your pictures! Everything is just beautiful!! Congrats!!
    Kim

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  46. ~All Roads Lead Home~March 22, 2009 at 12:19 AM

    Karen I got my Country Sampler and all I can say is beautiful...just beautiful! What a lovely home you have and what an exciting opportunity for you! Everything looked just perfect. Congratulations! Take care. ~Sarah~

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  47. JanMarch 23, 2009 at 2:18 PM

    I opened my Country Sampler, and there you were! I love your home! And, I was able to point you out and say "here's Karen"....everyone was suitably impressed, I do believe!!! Congratulations! And how exciting to be in the 25th Anniversary Edition, a keeper for sure!!! Jan

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  48. Rock River StitchesMarch 24, 2009 at 1:20 PM

    Karen, Congratulations!! I have to go out and get my copy now.

    Tammy

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  49. Sweet Magnolias FarmMarch 25, 2009 at 12:22 AM

    Karen ...Congrats..

    How exciting !! What a dream come true for you I'm sure !!

    Your home is Beautiful !

    Sara of Sweet Magnolias

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  50. AnonymousMarch 30, 2009 at 6:29 AM

    Mine arrived recently so I'll be reading about your home. Sounds exciting, congratulations :D

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  51. UnknownJuly 11, 2009 at 1:10 AM

    WOW! I knew that room with the carpet being removed looked familiar! :)

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So glad you came to visit - feel free to leave a comment.
I will try and answer as many as I can - maybe not immediately but I will get to you!

Karen

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