We're finally done with our Creative, Inc. book tour! Thank yous all around to everyone that came to the events, as well as to the wonderful hosts and sponsors. We had a great time. If you didn't make it, here's what you missed:
Stop #1: September 9 at Candystore Collective in San Francisco.
(photos by Matt Edge)
It was awesome to kick off the book tour in the Bay Area--one, because I live here and two, because Chronicle Books, our publisher, is based in San Francisco. I didn't get to taste any of the cupcakes from Mission Minis only because I tend to get stuff stuck in my teeth all the time, but I heard they were delicious. From all the excitement preparing for the book party, Joy and I actually forgot to eat dinner that night!
Stop #2: September 16 at Urbanic in Venice,CA.
(photos by Charley Star)
The second event was at one of favorite stationery shops, Urbanic. Learning our lessons from the previous event, Joy and I made sure we ate dinner ahead of time at Gjelina (joined by my husband, Marvin and my two kids). I also figured out a way to eat without getting it on my front teeth, so I was able to enjoy the treats from Bakelab. (But I still haven't figured out how not to get crumbs all over my clothes.) We also got a bunch more garland from Confetti System--the outdoor space looked amazing! We met so many talented artists and designers at the event, most of whom I've only known through their website or twitter handle.
I wasn't sure what it was going to be like bringing my kids (4 and 8-years old) to a book signing, but they seemed to be behaved...well, aside from the time that my son put me in a chokehold and played with my hair while I was signing a book. Otherwise, I think he was perfectly behaved.
Stop #3: October 7 at Michele Varian in New York.
(photos by Karen Wise and Joan Cuenco)
We were really worried that it was going to rain--but it ended being a sunny day and a perfect evening for a party. We were really amazed by the 300-person turnout and alleged sightings of Helen Mirren at the event. (If anyone can confirm or deny this, please let us know.) I honestly think Dame Mirren is very interested in learning about freelancing.
The treats by Mari's New York were awesome, so awesome I filled my pockets with leftover Caramel Sea Salt brownies at the end of the night. (I'm classy like that.) If I had bigger pockets I probably would've also taken the empty wine bottles from Jaqk just because the bottle design was so well done. And It was good to finally meet Joy's mom and brother, too. I love that her mom looked at me and said: "You could be sisters!"
what a fabulous book tour! I sincerely enjoyed every moment at the NYC party.
maybe an anthology mag release tour? :)
Posted by: alexis | October 14, 2010 at 12:22 PM
So beautiful! You two + confetti system + crochet lace pendant lamps + yummy treats and good peeps = magic! Congratulations!
Posted by: Justina Blakeney | October 14, 2010 at 12:23 PM
Agree with the Anthology launch party! Do it, do it!
Posted by: Logan | October 14, 2010 at 12:38 PM
Meg, I'm sorry to say it was Helen Mirren's doppleganger at the party. It turns out she had no English accent, but maybe she's just that good of an actress and that's how she hits parties incognito.
I am on the hunt for Dame Mirren's email, cuz I'm sure if she had known we were having a party she would have been there!
Posted by: Michele Varian | October 14, 2010 at 12:45 PM
Anthology launch party: yes, we are having one! Still working out the details, at the moment it is an invite-only event. Unfortunately, there are no magazine tour plans in the works.
Posted by: meg mateo ilasco | October 14, 2010 at 01:26 PM
Michele, I say she's THAT good of an actress and that's how she parties (accent-less)! My friend Robie swears it was her. :)
Posted by: meg mateo ilasco | October 14, 2010 at 01:28 PM
so glad i got to get my book signed (in LA) :) thank you two for writing such an incredible book! xo!
Posted by: cicilia | October 14, 2010 at 04:48 PM
nice book tour!
Posted by: creative italian wedding photographer | November 12, 2010 at 11:04 AM
Fantastic displays...and very important these days, may be more than ever!
Posted by: trade show displays | November 30, 2010 at 10:47 PM
I was there!!! One of the best book signing parties I've been to. Congrats for all the success arriving at your door! :)
Posted by: claire | January 14, 2011 at 04:07 PM
What a spectacular looking event. I love this book and I love your line of notebooks and stationery—perfectly simple and chic! Thank you!
Posted by: Quinn | February 24, 2011 at 12:47 PM
oh it so great I like
Posted by: oil mill | March 15, 2011 at 12:02 AM
Wow. Congratulations! Hah! Too bad you didn't get the chance to get your teeth on those cupcakes. Perhaps you need to see some dentists. Aren't you going to have an event in Myrtle Beach? My wife loves to make crafts and collecting bookmarks of different art. Good luck on your future project!
Posted by: Sean Butcher | March 22, 2011 at 07:22 PM
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Posted by: Clipping Path | July 21, 2011 at 12:49 AM
The tasty treats look delish!
Posted by: Dina | July 29, 2011 at 10:33 AM
They all look fantastic but the Michele Varian party looks amazing in particular. Wish I could have made it. Stuck in the UK this summer though :(
Posted by: Tangletree Interiors | August 01, 2011 at 06:12 AM