Happy, happy, happy 2012! There’s nothing like kicking off a new year with a new DIY Bride book and magazine-like-book thingie called a book-a-zine!
My third book, An Affair To Remember, was released yesterday. Like the previous two books, it’s a general wedding crafts book, covering a wide range of projects (40 of them to be exact) from your engagement party through your reception.
Publisher’s Weekly (this is a Very Big Deal – for me, at least) gave it a really swell review:
Cochran (DIYBride.com) provides an idea trove that will inspire the nuptial process of the budget-conscious. Projects are mostly favors, invites, ring holders and a few of the unexpected, such as making your own wedding rings with precious metal clays. She holds the crafter’s hand through the process of producing cigar-box welcome packages, teacup centerpieces and paper parasols, with detailed lists of supplies and directions, tips and hints, and an itemized price breakdown – with a dollop of humor hot-glued on the side. Eight wedding themes are presented, with five projects for each, enhancing any occasion calling for extra flair and less expense. And, if fairy-tale flower girl costumes or chicken-wire seating holders aren’t your thing, inspiration can be mixed and matched. And of course, that critical element – an estimate of just how many bridesmaids, moms and aunts will be required for crafty assistance – completes this wicker basket of ideas that will enliven the celebration of marriage – or just any good party.
DIY Bride BookAZine 2012
My publishers have released an abbreviated version of my second book, The Crafty Countdown, in magazine format. It’s called a bookazine and you’ll find it on well-stocked newsstands. (Sightings at Costco have already been reported.)
You know how much I love a good giveaway so stay tuned for chances to win copies of all the DIY Bride books!
This year is gearing up to be one of my most creative and exciting yet. It’s going to be so fun to share it all with you!
