Greetings from San Francisco, New York and Kansas City!
It is with great excitement I announce that in January 2011 my dear friend Jane Lilly Warren and I are launching a new monthly lifestyle publication titled Matchbook: Field Guide to a Charmed Life. Each digital issue we look forward to celebrating the classics (shaken and stirred!) in our own unique fashion with delectable bites of style, beauty, decor, travel, and culture. The darling Fallon Hogarty has become our right-hand-gal as we organize the spectacular line-up for our premier issue. I’ve been pinching myself the entire process and it’s only just begun! I do hope you’ll join us on this grand adventure by following us on Twitter and “liking” us on Facebook. I can’t wait to share this surreal experience with you every step of the way! The Matchbook team believes there ought to be a destination for campfires, confetti, and joie de vivre in the virtual world — and we’re setting out to create it.
Feel free to snatch the image above and spread the news! None of this would have ever been possible without your support. Thank YOU for helping to make this Neo-Trad’s dreams come true!
Ooooooh! I Will def. follow you. Both of you have fantabulous taste! Can’t wait! Good luck!!
Congrats!! So exciting!! I will spread the word…
Congrats Katie! Good luck with it all. You know how I love the classics!
Will it be Ipad compatible?c
Lynn
Thank you ladies! Lynn — We’re working on it : )
Fabulous!!! So excited for you (and for me, getting to read it in January).
Many, many congratulations! You have flawless taste! xx
Colette and Jennie — Thank you! I promise fresh, original content that will make you smile. We plan on mixing things up and I just know you’ll love it : )
eek! so exciting! I can’t wait to see what you sophisticated ladies will come up with!
Katie, what a fantastic idea!! Now I really have something to look forward to once the holidays are over. There are days like this that I don’t like grad school, mainly because I wish I had time to create my own project like this. I’ll leave it up to you for now — I’m sure it’s going to be amazing.
So exciting Katie! I love both of you ladies, and Im sure it will be unbeatable, any help required, please give me a shout if you need European help :)
Emma — Thank you for your support love! xx
Brandi — Hang in there! Grad school will be over before you know it and then you’ll have magazines like ours begging for your help : ) Your excitement and ongoing support means so much to us. Jane were actually talking about how much we love your blog last night—it was among the very first blogs each of us read! xoxoxoxo
Helena — You’re such a dear! You never know when we may need help over the pond. I’ll keep you posted : )
Congratulations, Katie! Given the delectable treats you post here daily I just know your new project will be equally as pleasing! Hope all goes preparing the first issue!
How very exciting! Congratulations- cannot wait to read Matchbook!!!:)
Oh, Katie, how exciting! Congratulations!
Will — Thank you! Believe it or not the premier issue is almost wrapped. I think you’ll enjoy it thoroughly ; )
Roxy — Thanks sweetheart! Your support means so much! xx
Abbie — Thank you! Something for your to look forward to in cold winter months, right? xo
Oh it’s like Chrismukkah came early! Congrats to you, Jane, and Fallon! I’m sure it will be absolutely splendid.
This is so very exciting! January is the perfect time for something fresh and new! Can’t wait to see your take on this new digital medium.
Congrats, Katie! This is such exciting news!
Very impressive. Cheers!
Wowie! What an accomplishment! Congrats.
Shoshana — I’ve always wanted to be somebody’s Chrismukka present : )
Ashley — Thank you! I think you will pleased with what we have planned. I’ve been pinching myself interviewing my design idols and such. It’s going to be quite the premier issue : )
Meg — Thank you for your support! Wouldn’t be here without readers like YOU. xx
Christina — We’re only just getting started. I can’t wait to share more! xo
congratulations! That’s amazing–you’re on a roll!!
xoxo
Alicia B
Loving it loving it!! XOXO
Alicia B — Am I?! I like it : )
Natalie — As much as we LOVE you? xo
i just love the name! i was sure this was your next step, (hoping this was your next step). so thrilled lox papers, a lovely being and neo traditionalist have all teamed up! i am positive that the magazine will be nothing short of fantastic! the three of you are very talented and entertaining! so excited for january! congratulations katie!
This is soooo exciting! Can’t wait~all the best to you and your team.
xo
Geri — I just teared up! Thank you!!! We debated the name for quite some time, but Matchbook just fit. I love that it’s a bit nostalgic (that’s us!) and has a masculine bend to balance out our overtly feminine aesthetic. I hope you love the magazine…I have a feeling you will : )
katie- congrats! I’m giddy with excitement! You have a great eye for design and the classics…I can’t wait to see what you ladies come up with! xoxo
You three are a real DREAM team! I cannot wait to see what magic you create together and SO SO excited for your new venture! congrats my dear!
xox
Congratulations Katie! I am a huge NEO-trad fan and can’t wait to see your new creation…I’m sure it will be fabulous :)
xo Kelly
This is AMAZING, Katie! I’m so excited for your new venture! Can’t wait to see the premiere issue! Congratulations!
So exciting – what a fabulous duo (and a half). Can’t wait to read what you have dreamed up and to see Jane’s (what I’m sure is) spectacular design!!
I am so totally onboard with your new venture. Congratulations, ladies. I’m posting about it too. Make sure you give us your button when it’s ready. xx’s
Marsha — You are too sweet! We’ll definitely be creating a button and would honored and tickled to see it on your lovely blog! xx
Congrats, Katie! Your initiative sounds refreshing ans inspiring. You must be so excited!
now this sounds superb! cant wait.
Looking forward to seeing the new magazine and all the inspiration within. January–what a perfect month to launch something new. While the skies are gray and the weather chilly, we all need a little beauty and inspiration! Best of luck with your new endeavor–I signed up for fb/twitter to get updates!
TAAADAAAAA!!! great announcement will spread the word of course! very proud of you ma dear, its gonna blow me a away i am sure!
enjoy the ride..
how exciting! new magazines everywhere!!
Congratulations and best of luck! I know it will be a great success!
Congrats! I’m a huge fan and looking forward to what’s next!
you’re the coolest!!!
This is amazing. I can’t wait until the first issue…one more thing to look forward to in the new year!!
Congratulations! Cannot wait to see more!
xo Mary Jo
Congrats Katie! The news is spreading like wildfire! I, like everyone else, will repost this and you’ll be famous in 20 seconds. It will be so fun to see everyone’s page have your Matchbooks right up front today! Work hard, keep smiling and no drama! You girls are amazing! We’re all watching! (no pressure huh!) xov
Wow, that is so exciting! Can’t wait to see the premiere issue!
Exciting! I can’t wait!
Wow, Katie. How amazing that you did this – I’m so envious! An online mag is something I’ve always dreamed of doing. I went to school for journalism and had my focus in magazines! So if you need any help…I’m unemployed and incredibly enthusiastic!!! Best of luck to you!!
Meagan — Your comment made me smile. You’d be an asset to any team. We’re starting small, but I’ll keep you posted : )
Thank you everyone for your support!!! I’m absolutely tickled. xx
Congratulations to all of you! With three of my favorite ladies at the healm Matchbook is guarenteed to be fabulous. I’ll be anxiously awaiting the first edition! xo
fabulous! what a busy girl you are and we’re all looking forward to it!
Wow, SO exciting! You have such wonderful taste and I can’t wait to see what you put together! HUGE congratulations! :)
Brava Katie…can’t wait!Ciao
How fabulous! Can’t wait to read it when it comes out! Cheers to you and the Matchbook team!
Oh my goodness!! I can’t wait to tell my readers. I couldn’t be happier for you and Jane. This is going to be amazing! Your life must be in overdrive crazy busy but if you’re ever in SF, I’d love to grab coffee.
two huge thumbs up gals! love y’alls fresh approach to the classics. thoroughly modern millies!
That is very neat, Katie. Kudos! Looking forward to reading and passing along any noteworthy gems I find in my stumblings… x
Kate Collins — I’m sorry I’ve been so MIA. Yes to coffee! I will find time!!! xoxo
Thank you again to EVERYONE for your outpouring of support. I am beyond excited to share our premier issue with you in January. If you enjoy The Neo-Trad, Lox Papers, and A Lovely Being than Matchbook will be right up your alley! xoxo
Seriously brilliant idea!! I can’t WAIT to see the first issue – what a dream team :) So excited for you guys!!!
Oh my goodness :) If you end up needing more help I would gladly volunteer myself.
three of my most beloved bloggers creating one marvelous magazine? this is oh so dreamy and i am absolutely thrilled for you! and i’m happy to offer a helping hand if you need :) even if it’s just supplying bubbly & cupcakes :)
xo,
sylvie of silver lining
I am quite sure I already love it! Looking forward to first issue!
xo Kit
this sounds so lovely i can’t wait to read it!
CONGRATS!! I have no doubt this will be amazing. So happy for you and cannot wait for January to come!
xoxo
Congratulations! Such exciting news! Looking forward to the launch issue!
Congratulations! With you three ladies at the helm, I have no doubt that Matchbook will land at the top of the virtual heap.
I can’t wait! this is all so exciting!
congrats to you and Jane!
xo
How exciting! Best wishes for your future endeavour, I am sure it will be a smashing success!
Will definitely borrow your image and spread the word in a post!
So this is what you’ve been up to! How very exciting! I can’t wait to see the premiere issue. Congrats on the new venture!
Congratulations! Love that you are doing this and can’t wait to see more.
i cannot even tell how excited how i am for this! you and your blog always inspire me, and i can’t wait for this new project!
you are lovely. :) xo.
Hi there I just discovered your blog via Lily Lemontree!! Can’t wait to discover more here.. HHL
i am a new follower,love your blog, and am so excited about you new venture! congratulations!
FABULOUS! Even a baby-boomer can appreciate and anticipate! From Erin’s sister IHHSer, colleen
This sounds like a great new venture – I’ll definitely be a reader!
WOW, that’s some super exciting news!!!
So happy for your new endeavor.
Please let me know if I can ever help.
I’d love to offer my prop shop for any of your styling needs, located right here in Alameda!!
Looking forward to grabbing lunch or coffee soon, though I understand you probably aren’t even sleeping with all this excitement.
Congratulations Katie
xo
Thank you everyone for your kind words! It’s smart, stylish women like yourselves that have inspired us to take the plunge and create Matchbook. I just know you’ll love it! xx Katie
So exciting! Such great news. I’m thrilled for you three. And just cant wait to read! xx
Wonderful!!!! I can’t wait!!!! Since discovering your blog recently I have felt so excited to know their are others like myself. That live in a timeless era all things Chic!!!! Now off to post this exciting news!!!!!
I can’t wait to see this! Kudos to you!