Top Secret
I'm sorry that I've been kind of scarce this week, and that the scarcity will probably continue for another week or so! It looks like Josiah and I will be flying to New York early next week to do something that is, for right now:
A.) A Secret
B.) Nerve-wracking
C.) Amazing
I'm going to be working, working, working my fingers to the bone all weekend long, and it all has something to do with that cute little doll up there at the top.
Happy Weekend, my sweet applets! And thank you for all of the sweet comments about the podcast from the last post...I'm so happy that people found it interesting/helpful/entertaining!
Oh, Sweet Emily...what a fantastically exciting secret you're keeping...I agree with most here that it has to be your magnificent growth in success...FINALLY the whole universe will know the MAGIC your sweet Black Apple world has been spreading! I just saw that promo that Carolyn so kindly shared with us (thanks sweet Carolyn!) and boy were there a few of your lovely creations there...FINALLY, Martha meets the BLACK APPLE-now that's a GOOD THING! Maybe a new series...a magazine...looking so forward to finding out the magnificent news!!!! La bonne chance, Emily doux. Souhaiter vous une vie de succès et de bonheur! Merci si beaucoup pour créer telle beauté. xoxo Jo ;)
Posted by:jo | March 01, 2008 at 09:14 AM
I too wondered about the Martha Stewart Show! I saw a promo that said Rob of etsy would be on...hmmmm...if you look closely, you see a snippet of a certain apple creation at the end. yes? oui??
http://www.marthastewart.com/portal/site/mslo/menuitem.017db2225a7627b8510467a2b5900aa0/?vgnextoid=38f9cf380e1dd010VgnVCM1000005b09a00aRCRD&vgnextfmt=default
Posted by:carolyn | February 29, 2008 at 11:16 AM
Emily wanna share what date you will be airing on Martha?
Posted by:Dayna | February 29, 2008 at 11:13 AM
i'm with morgan!
i just saw on martha's site that tomorrow is a special show and that the creator of etsy will be there and will be showcasing etsy's most popular sellers!!!!
Posted by:elizabeth | February 28, 2008 at 07:48 PM
I have to guess Martha! They are doing a show on Etsy this week! Hope so! Have fun in New York. I miss it, so!
xoxo
Posted by:Morgan | February 28, 2008 at 11:27 AM
!!!!!!! I MUST KNOW! How exciting.
Posted by:cassie | February 28, 2008 at 05:42 AM
Maybe it has something to do with Urban Outfitters? I know that Ashley G just got some of her prints in stores there...
Posted by:Kelly | February 27, 2008 at 09:17 AM
Wow, New York! I'll be there next month and I can't wait! Have lots of fun! Love the adorable dolly by the way! Is she for sale? ^^ Cheers from Singapore!
Posted by:Cindy | February 26, 2008 at 04:42 AM
Cute doll! I sure hope they're available in your shop sometime soon... I think my baby girl needs one of those. :-)
Posted by:Robin | February 25, 2008 at 10:31 PM
Oh NYC.. the best city in the world.. where dreams come true! Have fun!
Posted by:tiffany | February 25, 2008 at 09:49 AM
Oh gosh the dolls are just wonderful. I love the little beret.
Have fun on your trip!
Posted by:Lady Ying | February 25, 2008 at 01:46 AM
Look at those adorable dolls. I'm about to jump to your Etsy shop but I have an inkling those little beauties are long gone. I'll have to check back more often.
Posted by:Stephanie | February 25, 2008 at 01:09 AM
Is it the Martha Stewart Show??
Posted by:Annie | February 24, 2008 at 10:06 PM
What a sweet little doll!
Posted by:ash | February 24, 2008 at 01:44 PM
Oh my gosh...I'm a lurker! I really love your blog. I do plan on continuing to lurk about. You really are an inspiration for all crafters and artists. Knock 'em dead in NY!
p.s. you do not have a dorky voice!
all the best,
A loyal lurker
Posted by:Stacey Charron | February 24, 2008 at 12:00 PM
Is your secret an appearanceon Martha showing how to make your doll?!! That's my guess... good luck in the big apple!
Posted by:mary-jo | February 24, 2008 at 01:20 AM
Oh.... I am a good guesser sometimes?
You be the judge!
Have a fun time in New York, please eat a hot dog for me.
Posted by:Julie | February 23, 2008 at 11:04 PM
"Bon chance" with your secret squirrel business! That little doll is a cutey.
Posted by:Linda | February 23, 2008 at 09:54 PM
I love this little doll the best so far. I'm always excited to see what you create next.
Good luck in NY, have a fun trip!
Posted by:Elizabeth | February 23, 2008 at 09:43 PM
Intriguing.
I'm going to guess that it has something to do with a film and that they are using your artwork and/or this French doll in it.
Do I win something if I guess right?
Just kidding.
Have lots of fun.
Posted by:Nancy Cook | February 23, 2008 at 08:45 PM
Oh wow...like they said, good luck!
This is actually my first time in your blog (I think I found you through an image search for Pan's Labyrinth's Ofelia), and I must say, GORGEOUS GORGEOUS ARTWORKS! I hope I could as successful of an artist as you! You're an inspiration to all! :)
Take care now! :)
Posted by:The Silent Maiden | February 23, 2008 at 07:40 PM
Best wishes and YAY!
Posted by:Lori Anderson | February 23, 2008 at 06:09 PM
Hmm, I'm guessing that someone has a big business deal in the works! Good luck on your secret mission!!
Posted by:Sheri | February 23, 2008 at 06:02 PM
Yes. Suspense.
Posted by:Janet | February 23, 2008 at 05:25 PM
Ack! The suspense! Oh, it hurts.
Have fun!
Anna
Posted by:Lasso the Moon | February 23, 2008 at 05:20 PM
I love her!! Have fun in NY!!
Posted by:Debbie | February 23, 2008 at 03:45 PM
...amazingly mysterious.
I hope your trip to NYC is everything you hoped for.
Whatever it is sounds like GREAT news.
I do hope you will be able to share it when you return home.
Have fun! ;)
Posted by:miss.michelle | February 23, 2008 at 01:55 PM
ooo! I like secrets! Good luck in NYC!
Posted by:Valerie Parizeault | February 23, 2008 at 11:59 AM
mysterieus - i like it!! Oh and NYC, like it even more!!! (will be going there end of march) - but for now i cross my fingers that your little secret mission in NY will be a very positive one - but please - keep the clues coming :)
Posted by:karlita | February 23, 2008 at 11:48 AM
Wishing you lots of luck! Can't wait to hear more :)
Posted by:Sweet Pea | February 23, 2008 at 11:45 AM
Oh Emily I can hardly wait! Secrets are so exciting. Good luck! My guess is that your secret will reveal success from your many talents! I especially enjoyed your podcast. I listened while sewing, which was perfect. Best of luck to you! Go for cupcakes at Magnolia in NYC.
Posted by:holly procktor | February 23, 2008 at 11:38 AM
What a sassy beret!
Posted by:Ky Eliza | February 23, 2008 at 11:11 AM
Hmmm...Maybe Martha has been knocking at your door & you have a taping for her show on how to make sweet dollies and such??!! The suspense is killing me..Have a wonderful time in the big apple!
~Heather
Posted by:bumblebird | February 23, 2008 at 10:59 AM
I think your secret is about the success your are having, good luck!
Armida
Posted by:Armida | February 23, 2008 at 10:42 AM
Ohhhh New York? Are you visiting the Etsy labs? Now you've got me curious. If you are, tell Rob Kalin I said "hello" You've got to drop some clues girl...the suspense is a killer. lol
Posted by:www.projectblancoyd.com | February 23, 2008 at 10:07 AM
Emily, I love the doll! I also enjoyed listening to the podcast. It was very informative/helpful as I am thinking about starting a blog. So, thank you!!
Posted by:Laura | February 23, 2008 at 09:44 AM
Your doll is so so cute and clever - I think she might belong in a French cafe. I always love the new treasures you think of! Have an exciting and wonderful secret adventure in New York!
Posted by:sarah | February 23, 2008 at 09:42 AM
Good luck on your secret mission!
Posted by:Tizzalicious | February 23, 2008 at 08:26 AM
My guess is that someone has picked this little doll up for mass production. Perhaps she will be in FAO Schwarz "a wonderland of toys" as your dolls are wonderful and loved by so many. Will we be seeing your prints at Target?
Anybody whose products sell out in less than five minutes is destined for mass market.
Good luck in whatever comes your way!
Janis
Posted by:Janis | February 23, 2008 at 07:46 AM
p.s good luck Josiah I hope with all my heart it goes fantastically well!
Posted by:littlestitcher | February 23, 2008 at 07:35 AM
Yey I know what you sound like! I must admit I am rather attached to you! You sound amazing! So bizarre to hear you! wow! Keep on trucking Emily!xxx
Posted by:littlestitcher | February 23, 2008 at 07:33 AM
Cute cute cute little doll. I am expecting another little girl, so maybe, just maybe I'll be able to get her one of your little sweet things! Hope your trip goes well and you get all your work done before then! :)
Posted by:Erika | February 22, 2008 at 11:48 PM
Oooh, a secret involving a doll with a beret! How delicious! :)
I loved the podcast with Antonio Gould! It was extremely helpful and interesting. And don't worry, you don't sound like you're asking a question ALL the time. ;) (I fear I sound like that too!)
Happy Friday!
Posted by:Veronica | February 22, 2008 at 10:37 PM
good luck with your secret mission! have a safe journey.
Posted by:kat | February 22, 2008 at 09:43 PM
This is the most exciting and tempting post ever.
Posted by:Jessicafied | February 22, 2008 at 08:47 PM
ooh, I think I know what your secret is! Maybe! I'm excited to see if I'm right! :)
Posted by:Jenn | February 22, 2008 at 08:45 PM
I third Mim and Marilyn. If so, have fun and be blessed!
Posted by:Elena | February 22, 2008 at 08:40 PM
Ok so ONE though popped in my head of what you guys might be doing (see Mim's comment), but I am probably wrong hee hee! Have fun!!!!!
Posted by:Marilyn | February 22, 2008 at 08:27 PM
Can I be the first to say... da da dada, da da dada.... is it wedding bells that I hear all the way over hear in Australia??? Have a great week, and I look forward to the next installment!
Posted by:mim | February 22, 2008 at 08:18 PM
I am hooked on your blog, Emily. What a great style you have. Wonderful luck in the big apple, little apple!
Posted by:felinedesign | February 22, 2008 at 07:49 PM