One of the loveliest publications I have ever seen (packed with oodles of inspiring goodness) comes from China, and is called Little Thing Magazine. It focuses on illustration, fashion and creative design, and circulates in Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen.
Issue 13 revolves around fairy tales, and if you ask me, it's truly enchanting.
However...
The fun secret I have kept to myself for way too long is that, I was asked to be a part of issue 13.
I have a copy in my hands to share with you today.
The article that features my little world is called-
Little Dream House
Living in a Fairytale...
Okay, so, my life isn't really a fairytale ~
But let's just pretend for now, whatta ya say?
(I especially loved that the magazine is printed right to left, as opposed to our left to right.)
I was delighted with the layout, as I really didn't know what to expect. I was so pleasantly surprised...
It would be extra fun if I could read the article. I hope it says nice things.
Can you imagine if it said what a rotten girl I am?
hahaheeheee!
You can access most of these photos in the "peek inside my living spaces" section of my blog (in case you want to peek closer)...
I am super delighted with my little feature.
Now, if only my studio and office were that tidy today ;)
But wait, it gets better....
I have more snippets of the magazine itself (issue 13) to share with you below. It's yummy! And, I am not even showing you all the goodness in it. After I chose these shots I saw others that were extra scrumptious. So, I may share more in the future. I only wish I could get my hands on every issue...
Who doesn't love fairies?
The magazine is page after page of pretty things...
There is a baking section, and even a gardening section too...
Sweet!
I particularly loved the Indian Style section...
Lots of fun fashion spreads...
And, a fantastic section on Lio Beardsley
There are make-up and skin care tips...
Brought to you by Alice, of course ;)
And lots of features on folks who make lovely things...
I really like the colors below...
Fun!
I am so drawn to simple lightheartedness....
So there you have it, a little magazine sharing for today.
Black paper swan included. Don't you want one? I do.
As for my real world...
It has been nutzz.
I know I say that all the time, but really, I have come to realize the difference between pine nut days and macadamia nut days.
And last week and into now, was and is, pure extra large macadamia nutzzzz.
There is construction going on in the garden. (exciting!)
Mombie and Dad came up on the weekend so I got up extra early to bake fresh bread for them, and to send a huge loaf back to Grandmammie and Grandpa too. (they loved it, yay!)
The pups are crazy playful (a good thing).
Miles is 100% well thanks to sweet potatoes and plain rice and chicken (made separately), by me ;)
And... I have two deadlines.
One down, one to go.
Oh also, it is a super important birthday for my sis this week, so I have been working on something fun for her, plus other goodies.
I am also finishing up a couple new paintings.
So, it's busy time.
But busy is good, it keeps my brain out of trouble.
The best part however, is coming here to share tales and treats with you!!
Thank you for being so much fun!
I guess I best be off to the post office.
Save me a seat at the perpetual party table, I will be back soon ;)
Love, V
ps: ♥ HIYA Janel!!!! This ps is just for you ;)
pss: Little Thing Magazine has an incredible website, but it was down today, so I didn't link to it. When it is up I will post a link because it really is eye candy goodness. For now, here is a link to their blog: http://www.littlething.cn/
psss: The editor I worked with (Thank you Jie!) just wrote me back with the new web address for Little Thing Magazine. It is http://www.littlething.cn/ Take a peek if you have a chance. Their magazine section is awesome too. You can click on any cover to see a snippet of the inside. Yay!
Congratulations darling girl...what an honor to be featured in what looks like a spectular publication. AND in another country to boot!! I can just see the girls looking at the issue squealing over the fairy tale life of the cute American girl.
You never cease to amaze with your good fortune of being recognized and honored - both in print and HERE by your peeps! Well done you!
Hip Hip Hooray!!
XOXOXOXOXO
Posted by: Lisa Swifka | March 29, 2011 at 11:16 AM
oh and can I just say how inspired I am by the few things you showed from the magazine....WOW!!!
Posted by: Lisa Swifka | March 29, 2011 at 11:17 AM
Congrats!!!! This was extraordinary.
Posted by: cinnibonbon | March 29, 2011 at 11:22 AM
Vanessa....what an oddly curious and exciting magazine to be published in! It must be weird to see your own stuff but not be able to read the article! The magazine looks like the Chinese version of Martha Stewart's Magazine, only a wee bit cooler! Can you not get a subscription to the magazine if you live in America?
Kim
Gerushia's New World
P.S Have your Sweet Peas popped out of the ground yet? I just planted my seeds last Sunday.
Posted by: Kim | March 29, 2011 at 11:28 AM
What? No ps? or pss? hhuummph?
just kidding! :)
Posted by: janel | March 29, 2011 at 11:38 AM
LOL!!! You are too funny! tears in my eyes I laughed so hard!
besos and congrats on the feature!
J.
Posted by: janel | March 29, 2011 at 11:52 AM
congratulations vanessa!!! :D this is so exciting :) xxx
Posted by: olivia | March 29, 2011 at 12:06 PM
Congratulations on the magazine feature! It's simply delightful. That magazine looks extremely inspiring...
Posted by: Rebecca | March 29, 2011 at 12:17 PM
NICE! <3
Posted by: melissa | March 29, 2011 at 12:44 PM
Wonderful to be included. I am curious; how did you find this magazine?
Posted by: BoomFairy | March 29, 2011 at 01:21 PM
Astonishingly gorgeous!! Astronomically wowie!!!!!
Your house makes my house look dull and tres boring. I need a Valencia makeover!!!!
xoxxo
Posted by: gillian | March 29, 2011 at 01:21 PM
Congratulations, Vanessa! The magazine is beautiful, so is your work.
Posted by: Flavia | March 29, 2011 at 01:40 PM
Hi there Boom Fairy, the magazine contacted me out of the blue and asked me if I would consider being a part of it. A couple moths after the issue was published they sent me two copies all the way from China.
They have an incredible website, but it was down today, so I didnt link to it. I myself would love to subscribe (not sure they deliver to America).
When the site is up I will send you a link to the website and to the section with all of the different issues. They are really really lovely, and so inspiring. Warmest Regards, Vanessa
ps: Here is a link to Little Thing Magazine blog: http://blog.sina.com.cn/littlethingmagazine
Posted by: A Fanciful Twist | March 29, 2011 at 01:40 PM
What a lovely magazine! Perfect to showcase your lovely world. Congrats! Nobody doesn't love fairies! (double negatives are the bee's knees)
ps. You are not fooling anyone Miss V, your life is totally a fairytale and we know it! Hehe, at least it looks that way to us who read your beautiful blog.
Posted by: Alia | March 29, 2011 at 01:51 PM
Looks like a great magazine-congratulations on being in it!
Posted by: Sarah | March 29, 2011 at 02:01 PM
You should check out faerie magazine- I think you'd love it! faeriemagazine.com
Posted by: Bellamy | March 29, 2011 at 02:38 PM
Oh wow, Vanessa! Congratulations...what a fun magazine - thankyou for sharing x
Posted by: Tina | March 29, 2011 at 03:14 PM
Congats! You deserve this wonderful feature. :o) See? You ARE living a fairy tale!
Posted by: Olivia @ Swan White Curtain | March 29, 2011 at 03:17 PM
Sending your way on fairy wings a big "Congratulations" that is one of the most enchanting issues of a magazine I've ever seen and to think that all the way to China they know about your magical world...what an honor ~ I so would love to get my hands on a copy of that magazine too, its pure fairy magic, beauty and happiness...love it (I can hear the clapping of all the fairies & lepruchans in the land & I hear them whispering that they were the ones that mention your name to magazine) ohhh how sweet it is...have a honey of a day ~ Marlene aka mIzZ bEe .. .. .. ;O) xox
Posted by: Marlene | March 29, 2011 at 03:22 PM
I can't believe you didn't tell me anything!
Congratulations! Where can I get a copy of the magazine??
Posted by: Bobbypin Bandit | March 29, 2011 at 05:07 PM
Our sweet and lovely V., what an honor that you were asked to be in that magazine! It looks like a fun and beautiful one!
Oh, construction in the garden! We have a garden, rather the lack of one, that could use some construction or . . . or something. Our kids' fort, built by my dad many moons ago, was taken down months ago because they have not been kids for some time now. We were left with an unsightly patch of nothing dirt that most certainly needs something! Looking forward to seeing what you are constructing! Some inspiration for moi perhaps?
Posted by: Linda Diane | March 29, 2011 at 05:15 PM
How exciting!! ...I'm so so so inspired by your home. It's everything I've pictured mine to be! It's perfect.
Posted by: Rochelle Bee | March 29, 2011 at 06:14 PM
Wow!! That is super exciting! I am so happy for you. And what a lovely magazine. It has everything I love!!
Happy Birthday to your sister!!
Take care,
Kim
Posted by: Kim | March 29, 2011 at 08:12 PM
That is such a cool magazine, how nice for you to be included in that issue. Don't you wish they would print an English version, too.
Posted by: Renee | March 29, 2011 at 09:16 PM
Oh what a beautiful magazine! Thank you for sharing it with us :D and congratulations on the the publication! :)
Posted by: Allison | March 30, 2011 at 05:42 AM
OOooooooooh! So very lovely, and ever so Cottington-esque~ those pretty little faeries!! Congratulations on being featured!! I'm simply over the blue moon for you!! Hip Hip Hooraaaaahhhhhs all around!! : ) Meeep!!!
Posted by: marjorie | March 30, 2011 at 06:00 AM
Congrats! What a lovely magazine! Thank you for sharing!
Posted by: Homeowner Insurance | March 30, 2011 at 06:26 AM
Oh how exciting Ms. Vanessa...your feature is wonderful! I am so excited for you...and what a lovely magazine too, I'd love to get my hands on a copy.
Jamie :)
Posted by: A Forest Frolic | March 30, 2011 at 09:07 AM
So how did you get the magazine in your hands???
Did someone send it to you or where did you get it.? The pictures are beautiful.
I am a magazine person and always looking for a new exciting one
Posted by: Curtains In My tree | March 30, 2011 at 09:18 AM
What a delightful looking magazine, made the more so by your inclusion. Congratulations, that is so exciting and fun! I'm so very happy for you. I too wish you could read what was written...because then we could too! I cannot imagine it is anything but wonderful. Thanks for sharing so many of the other images from the magazine. I'd love to have all the copies of it too, if this is an adequate sample, because it looks amazing. Your inclusion is much deserved. You may not live in a fairy tale, but a visit to your site provides all of us with our daily dose of magic.
Posted by: Carl V. | March 30, 2011 at 10:09 AM
Oh Sweetie!!!!
Little Things mag is one of my all-time fave things I forget to check!!!
You are a perfect fit!!!
Deliciosity!!!
Posted by: jungle dream pagoda | March 30, 2011 at 11:26 AM
Oh! My! Gosh!
I am actually cracking up at your comment that your life has been 'nutzz' and then you show this photo of all kinds of nuts. You are soooo funny!
Ahhhh! I do love this little magazine with the fairy theme and what a wondrous thing for your lovely fairy abode to be featured in it. 'Truly Scrumptious! You too are Truly Scrumptious! Scrumptious as a Cherry Peach Parfait!'
'Sweet' day dreams to you!
Miss Teresa
Posted by: Teresa in California | March 30, 2011 at 12:36 PM
Oh Yay for you! You are such a delightful soul! I am so happy for your appearance in the magezine!!!!!
I am also anxiously sitting on my little poof pillows waiting on the date of your Mad Tea Party! I have so many fun ideas in store!!
Wende
P/S Glad your little Man is feeling 100%. He is growing soooo fast.
Posted by: Wende | March 30, 2011 at 06:36 PM
You are such a Harajuku girl !
I went to 1st grade in Okinawa (where I learned to read) and to this day, I still read magazines from back to front......it doesn't work so well on books though ;)
That is pure love - waking up early to bake bread.......
Posted by: Jill James | March 31, 2011 at 07:47 AM
Looks like a sweet and dreamy magazine!! Congrats on being featured in it, Lady V. Now off to their website, to check out more.
Posted by: Shell | March 31, 2011 at 12:32 PM
Oh my, a HUGE congrats to you! You are right, that mag is full of lovely things :)
Posted by: littlelovables | March 31, 2011 at 09:41 PM
I must say that it is a very lovely magazine indeed....I would love a copy too...is there a chance? This magazine is so you. Hi to your fury ones and am glad all is well.
Posted by: Miss Linda | April 01, 2011 at 03:40 AM
What a gorgeous spread, V!
Cool, quirky little magazine, too---I'd never heard of it. Too bad we don't speak....well, whatever those little characters are.
Congratulations!
Posted by: Laura | April 01, 2011 at 07:54 AM
Congratulations, Miss Vanessa! Your feature is lovely. The magazine IS incredibly beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing some of the pages. :) Being a big faerie fan, I was most interested indeed. :) Glad to hear little Miles is feeling better. Happy bread baking!!! xoxo Theresa
Posted by: Theresa | April 01, 2011 at 04:06 PM
Upon the spring's time little feet,
Wrapped in diamonds still asleep-
Lay a little buckle on a shoe,
Sparkly and full of dew.
Down behind the trees and bees,
To the right excuse me please.
Ventured near or maybe far,
The Darling daughter of the stars,
Carried forth outside around her house
Seeds of springs summer blouse.
Oh my, oh me, what did she see,
Under the blue and pink violet tree?
'Little Thing # 13's
Enchanting and magical scene's.
Back to the cafe the buckle did rush,
To gaze and look ruffled and crunch.
Page after page of little delight,
Sweets began floating in sight.
A dream in a wish, the magic of how,
Listening to secrets now-
Nuts in a row -
Sow, sowed, sowing sowlelo.
Rt on V.V.
Cheers and Whoppee.
Remembered a secret just now.
Posted by: GG Pinkster | April 01, 2011 at 06:32 PM
Congratulations Vanessa! What a beautiful publication to be in! Well done :)
Posted by: Nathalie Gagnon | April 02, 2011 at 05:03 AM
I'm so happy for you! What a fabulous magazine filled with the most beautiful illustrations! WOW! Hugs to you, my friend! ♥
Posted by: Lavender Dreams | April 02, 2011 at 05:17 PM
What a perfect edition for you to be in and how lovely to see your fairytale home!
Posted by: Melanie | April 03, 2011 at 10:32 AM
Congrats!!! wow...www, world wide wow!
x..x
Posted by: Stephanie | April 04, 2011 at 01:11 PM
**clapping of many hands** Congratulations once again, oh Queen of the Magical Gypsies. What a DeLovely little find. **blows kisses** Deb
Posted by: Deborah | April 04, 2011 at 05:02 PM
omg...what a beautiful magazine and your a magazine star...singing and skipping xxxxx jo
Posted by: oldflowers4me | April 06, 2011 at 07:22 PM
{{ for some Pleasant Reason
i ADORE ♥
knowing that you are
being enjoyed
in a language
you cannot even read!
such magical faith,
isn't it? }}
Posted by: somepinkflowers | April 08, 2011 at 04:51 AM
wowowowow!
i go LOST
in the linky
for Little Thing
{{ thank goodness,
i say }}
:-)
PS---what does this mean?
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why,
i have no idea...
Posted by: somepinkflowers | April 08, 2011 at 05:29 AM
WOW, congratulations Vanessa, that`s awesome!!!
I wish I could get my hands on that magazine here. It look just like my type of thing :D
Posted by: Moonfairy | April 08, 2011 at 11:15 AM
CONGRATULATIONS... I'm so happy that your Magic is being shared in print... now many more will be inspired and invited into your Magical World!
Dawn... The Bohemian
Posted by: Bohemian Valhalla | April 09, 2011 at 09:12 PM