It's great to be a cover girl! Just ask 4-year old Maeve and I think she'll agree. That's Maeve on the cover of the May/June 2008 issue of Memory Makers magazine. That's also my scrapbook layout on the cover.
What a fun thrill for both of us!
Maeve is the little sister of my daughter's best friend. If she looks familiar, that's because she modeled an adorable polka-dot jumper that I made and featured in a post last year, entitled Tiptoe Through the Tulips.
The jumper has a tulip border that was created using a great technique called paper foundation piecing.
I came away with so many wonderful pictures from the photo shoot and as an avid scrapbooker, these were great shots to work with for a few layouts.
The page below was specifically created for consideration for a Memory Makers magazine "cover call".
The Memory Makers editors liked my original design as well as the various other elements in the layout. However, they requested a few adjustments, including a greater focus on Maeve's eyes and a change in color pallete.
Notice how a close-up photo and the change in background color from orange to pink, affects the look of the layout? If you're trying to evoke a certain mood when creating a page, then background color can have a major impact.
Here's another peek at the revised version on the cover-issue which is on newstands now. This is my second cover layout. You can see my first magazine cover which features my daughter on her 4th birthday if you click here. It's really a great feeling to have my scrapbook efforts recognized in this way.
This cover layout was requested by Memory Makers' editors back in November 2007 for May 2008 publication. That really illustrates just how far in advance many of the magazines often work on a particular issue.
When the editors e-mailed me the news about getting the cover, I kept that info from Maeve's mom for months, until I actually had the magazine in hand.
While my good friend Linda knew the page had been picked up for publication because she had to sign a release, she didn't know the layout featuring her daughter was selected for the cover. It was really hard keeping that secret for the last 6-months.
Needless to say, when I handed Linda the issue with Maeve on the cover, she was pretty stunned and totally thrilled. What a great keepsake this issue will be for the entire family.
I think you can see from the photo below that Maeve is pretty excited about it too.
While this magazine cover is Maeve's first, I suspect this won't be the last for this cover girl.
Hey loved the artice in Romanctic Homes. Could you help me find the exact same rubber stamps used if possible. I checked ebay and could not find any thing like the ones used. I hope this is ok to ask of you.
Ps I am enjoying you blog
nanette seaside*stitching
Posted by: Nanette | June 12, 2008 at 08:49 PM
What a lovely little lady and congrats on the cover! Woohoo!
Posted by: Tina | June 05, 2008 at 03:27 PM
To my favorite former Channel 5 reporter: ;)
BEAUTIFUL work!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I recently purchased a camera strap and bag made out of AB's Lotus. I just ordered another camera bag in the geisha print. LOVELY!!!!!
Posted by: Cee | June 01, 2008 at 09:59 PM
This is so very special! Love the layout, the photo and the sweet little Cover Girl! =) Awesome everything!
Posted by: jen davis | May 29, 2008 at 07:26 PM
Hi Lisa. As the unsuspecting friend, no one knows better than I the challenge you faced keeping this a secret. It was a great thrill -- and still is. Maeve loved doing this photo shoot for you, and it was exciting to see what you produced from it. Beautiful work. Thank you.
Posted by: Linda B | May 27, 2008 at 08:22 PM
Congratulations! What an adorable cover girl she is. I'm sure her mother was thrilled. xoxo
Posted by: Betty Jo | May 25, 2008 at 09:39 AM
Miss Lisa!
Maeve is just precious! I remember that layout and so happy for you that it was picked up and even made the cover!
Congrats.
Sheree
Posted by: sheree | May 21, 2008 at 06:32 AM
...ahhhh - what must it be like to be a star at such a young age! ha ha.. she is adorable!
Posted by: Julie size | May 13, 2008 at 04:51 PM
Lisa~
I found your blog in Romantic Homes. Love the scrapbook layout and the fact that it's on the cover, awesome! I was wondering, are you from Oglesby, IL? If so, we're not too far from each other. I'm from Morris. Hope you can stop by my blog sometime. Have a great day!
XOXO
Jillian
Posted by: jillian | May 13, 2008 at 11:07 AM
Lisa - COngratulations!!!! Beautiful layout, photo and very sweet little girl!!! How exciting and what an honor!!!!
Posted by: justlisa | May 12, 2008 at 10:22 PM
Congratulations! She makes a perfect cover girl!
Posted by: Randi | May 12, 2008 at 09:41 PM
Congrats! That is so cool. And Maeve is adorable! -Julia :-)
Posted by: Hooked on Houses | May 12, 2008 at 07:20 PM
Hi Lisa,
Happy belated Mother's Day to you! And congrats on having your pretty tulip dress featured in Memory Makers mag! Your model is the sweetest one.
Thanks for stopping by.
Happy Sewing!
Constance
Posted by: rochambeau | May 12, 2008 at 07:08 AM
Congrats for getting the cover of a national magazine! How wonderful! Your layout is terrific and Maeve is beautiful!
Penny
Posted by: Penny @ Lavender Hill Studio | May 11, 2008 at 10:07 PM
so cool...look how happy everyone is!!! Lisa youd' be great at that floor cloth notion cause you do it all so well Peace Jennifer
Posted by: jennifer Paganellli | May 10, 2008 at 07:05 AM
Congratulations!
Posted by: Toni from NC | May 09, 2008 at 06:17 PM
Hello Lisa!
A Big Congratulations on your cover! Your work is absolutely amazing and Maeve is just adorable! Lisa you are truly an inspiration! You and your family have a lovely weekend.
Smiles...
Beverly
Posted by: tea time and roses | May 09, 2008 at 02:17 PM
I posted the next inspiration challenge piece on my blog!LOL! Come join us again!
Posted by: Carla | May 09, 2008 at 10:41 AM
How wonderful!! Those photos are beautiful!! Congratulations to you "Ms. Creativity."
Posted by: Sabina | May 07, 2008 at 10:42 PM
Oh, LISA! These photos are amazing. Do your talents never end! You are incredible, and that little girl is squeezably adorable.
Congrats on the cover, you're so inspiring!!!
Posted by: melissa @ the inspired room | May 07, 2008 at 08:07 PM
Wow, how much fun for all of you! The flower work on the little dress is amazing! It is so much fun keeping up on what you are doing!!!
Posted by: lisa | May 07, 2008 at 07:35 PM
Congratulations! What an honor, and a well-deserved one too! Have a super happy and relaxing mommy's day!
Posted by: Carla | May 07, 2008 at 10:44 AM
Congratulations!
I am happy for you that your layout landed the cover page! Please keep sharing your creativity with us.
Posted by: Debbie | May 07, 2008 at 09:48 AM
Sorry I haven't been by to say hello in a while. I have been reading your blog though!
That little girl is gorgeous. Congratulations!!
Posted by: Katrina | May 07, 2008 at 02:35 AM
Wow, how exciting! I don't think I would have been able to keep a secret like that for so long!
Posted by: Cindy ~ My Romantic Home | May 06, 2008 at 03:35 PM
Congratulations on the nod, I can feel the excitement throughout your post. I love both layouts and all the photographs. How thrilling for Maeve and an awesome keepsake for sure. Thanks for sharing your wonderful news.
Posted by: Aleida Franklin | May 04, 2008 at 04:11 PM
I love the pink background! It really did make all the difference. Congrats!
Posted by: Nikki Brey | May 04, 2008 at 03:29 PM
What a lovely girl!
Kind regards,
Sonnja, from the Netherlands
Beertje Zonn
Posted by: Sonnja | May 04, 2008 at 07:32 AM
Congratulations on your cover!! Little Maeve is darling and the layout is just perfect. I'd say you're already a very accomplished photographer but the class sounds like it will be great.
Posted by: Sarah | May 03, 2008 at 10:22 PM
What a wonderful layout on the cover & what a gorgeous little model! Congrats to you & little Maeve! :) chris p.s. thanks for visiting today & I can send you the "how to" on the cornice project if you like-just let me know! xo chris
Posted by: chris | May 03, 2008 at 08:19 PM
What a wonderful surprise! The cover looks great and Maeve is sooo photogenic. :o)
Posted by: Erika | May 02, 2008 at 04:30 PM
WOW! I can certainly see why you have used her for your model...she is a living doll! So photogenic, not to mention just down right cute!! Love your pics...have fun and learn lots at the photo workshop in Chicago...I wish my daughter could attend...she's a photographer, also...check her out at www.jacquelynlee.com she is just starting out after studying art/photography/and art history in college and then working with several other photographers. Its all about life's experiences and exposure...isn't it???
Blessings...
Teresa
Posted by: Teresa | May 02, 2008 at 01:22 PM
Congrats on the cover! The scrap was really nice. And I also loved the dress and the little model.
Posted by: claudia freitas | May 02, 2008 at 10:24 AM
congrats lisa on getting the cover. how exciting. and the little girl is adorable. how fun for her.
Posted by: traci | May 02, 2008 at 09:50 AM
She certainly is a little cover girl - so adorable. What a wonderful layout and big congrats on being selected for the cover!
Karla
Posted by: Karla | May 02, 2008 at 09:37 AM
Congratulations Lisa!!!!
I'm thrilled for you - you are so deserving!!
xo,
Kim
Posted by: Daisy Cottage | May 02, 2008 at 06:18 AM
6 months of keeping secret...boy I'm sure it must have been a great relief when it was all out in the open. Maeve is soooo adorable!
chat soon, Adla
Posted by: Adla | May 02, 2008 at 02:10 AM
Can't wait to see the magazine now! Maeve is adorable, and how nice for you to have your work recognized in such a visible way!
Posted by: barbara | May 01, 2008 at 04:47 PM
How exciting is that? Congratulations. So, I wonder . . . when will you begin teaching at artful retreats? That has to be on the horizon, right?
Posted by: gena | May 01, 2008 at 04:06 PM
Congrats!!! ENJOY your workshop! I am GREEN with envy!!!!
Posted by: adrienne | May 01, 2008 at 02:45 PM
Congratulations on getting another cover on a national magazine, Lisa. The scrapbook pages with Maeve are adorable. Your photography and page layout skills continue to grow. Keep up the good work.
Posted by: Elaine Tutman (mom) | May 01, 2008 at 01:04 PM
I was so excited when I saw this page was created by you Lisa! I knew that I had seen that cute little girl somewhere and was racking my brain trying to remember where. Congrats to you both! :-)
Posted by: Staci | May 01, 2008 at 12:54 PM