Allison writes:

“Hi Lilla,

The new artist chubby book I did for Pink Ghost is finally out and available for purchase! I am so happy to be holding the book in my hands. It is half notebook, half sketchbook – 250 pages total, hardcover. It also includes 10 full color tear out postcards. I had a ton of fun with this project, Paola gave me freedom to come up with the theme and she was wonderful to work with through the whole process. I had always wanted to do a circus themed project and this was the perfect opportunity!”

Available for purchase here.

Look at these wonderful new items of Helen’s on Blue Q. I would love to work in a studio full of Helen’s lanterns (Lilla – are you reading this?!). – Julia

Heavy Lifting Paper Lantern

Little Visitor Paper Lantern

Rebecca writes,
“Here is a fun product for back to school! It’s in a great box with recipe cards, stickers and lashings of illustrations!”

As Chronicle Books describes the product:
“So long, soggy ham sandwiches and PB&J! My Lunch Box offers families exciting new possibilities for packed lunches. These 50 simple recipes feature inventive sandwiches, tasty salads, healthy treats, and more. With so many yummy options to choose from, parents and children will gain a new perspective on lunch and another fun way to cook together!”

You can purchase My Lunch Box here from Chronicle Books.

Sarajo writes;

“A new limited edition print, “back to the garden” has just been released by The Working Proof. It’s beautifully printed by POVevolving, and I think they did a great job capturing all the nuance of the original piece which is gouache, cut paper and a bit of stitching. A percentage of the proceeds benefit the wonderful organization 826 National. Edition of 50 signed prints.”

Click here to purchase.

Jenn writes:

“Hey Lilla,

Got a tweet from Orange Circle Studio recently…

‘Love your twitter background! It’s been one of our bestsellers this season.’
I did a spoon and fork pattern (which can be seen on my twitter page) for Orange Circle Studio which will be on kitchen paper products like recipe cards, meal planners, etc. The line can be found through their online wholesale catalog.

Linda writes:

“Hi Lilla!

The Flower Pop notecards I did with teNeues are out! I’ve just received my copies + I couldn’t be more excited. As an admirer of their products for so many years, I’m thrilled to now find my work among their collection!!”

Wednesday: Jenn Ski’s Kitchen paper products pattern

Sarajo writes:

“Yesterday’s post brought a copy of the Clean Plate Club Cookbook. Land of Nod commissioned the illustrations and it will be for sale in their shops along with a percentage of proceeds to benefit the No Kid Hungry campaign. Recipes were submitted by kids near and far, and it’s a fun activity for grown-ups and kids to share. Bon appetit!”

Jillian Phillips inspires young artists with her unfinished pages of animals and sea creatures at the zoo & aquarium in these books by Dover Publications. As Dover states on their website , “Budding artists can add teeth to a grinning crocodile, a beak to a toucan, tusks to a walrus, and other creatures’ features.” Even though the book cover says it is for 6 years and over, my 2 year-old Max loves to color in them! Available for purchase here.– Julia

Monday: Suzy Ultman interview

Adolie writes:

“Here’s some photos of my new products: iPhone cases, postcards, notebook, jewelery, puzzle…
i make for La Marelle (french editor)
You can buy my items here for US
and here for Europe.
Merci :)

Suzy writes:

“Lilla,
Welcome to Appleville: a world chock full of cheery apples, quaint acorn houses, little critters, and my signature girls. This collection marks my 3rd fabric line with Robert Kaufman. I think you can tell we’ve been having fun collaborating! And, the fun is contagious… My friends at Sew-to-Speak were inspired by Appleville and created the wonderous quilt below. So, bust out your sewing machine, and make something juicy. Very Best!”

Click here to buy some of Suzy’s fabulous Appleville fabric.

Friday: Jillian Phillips – Louie Award 2011