Hi All, I've just gotten my latest copy of Quilter's Home -- the last issue of my subscription. I have been waiting to see how the magazine is without Mark, and it's okay. Not quite as good as with Mark's ascerbic comments, but closer than I expected, so I'll renew. Also, he's back on Quilt Out Loud, now, too. Check his blog for a comment about that. Wouldn't it be fun to know what's really going on? Robin

Nancy,
According to Mark, the issue with his dogs is the last one he was involved in producing. Enjoy Florida!!
eileenkny

I just picked up the Oct./Nov. issue of Quilter's Home and can't see any difference. I'm travelling on Thursday from NY to FL (Yea!) for a long weekend at my mom's, so I'm going to savor the magazine during flights or at the pool once I'm there.

I hope the magazine continues with the same feel. It's fun having a different spin on quilting rather than the same old thing!

Nancy in BRRRRR western NY

Karen...I thought I read the same information too. If I remember...correctly...her leaving QH was for another reason. It just happened at the same time as Mark's exit.

In these economic times, I can say one of the things which went by the wayside was magazines. I think most publishing houses are hurting.

FW

Unless I read wrong Jan Magee already left Quilters Home too.
Karen

eileenkny wrote:
It will be interesting to see how this turns out. I've let my QN suscription lapse, along with several others because they were all the same tired thing. That makes me wonder how she will be able to give these two a character seperate from all the other cookie cutter magazines.

Jan Magee, who will be the boss for QH is also going to be working with Alex and Ricky on their new magazine. She did a great job while in charge of Quilters' Newsletter.

I'm just sorry to see that one publishing house is gobbling up all of the magazines. I hope they don't decide that a "formula" that works for one will work for all.
eileenkny

Yes, just like Alex leaving "Simply Quilts" - there will be something new and exciting.

"It's a New Day!" for Mark, too!

I agree, it was the BEST mag out there! Quirky and informative. I don't really need any more patterns!

Robin, after todays announcement on the 'Daily Blog', you can stop being upset and look forward to something new that sounds rather exciting!

Lorchen

I'm devastated! I have always looked forward eagerly to the arrival of a new issue of Quilter's Home Mag. In addition to good solid quilting info, etc., the best part by far was Mark's irreverent attitude. He's the kind of person who I wish lived next door to me - I can imagine the fun we'd all have over interesting dinners.
I think I'm going to go sulk for a while.

I loved Quilter's Home Magazine. I am sure that there will be more changes in the future with several quilt magazines. New Track Media bought CK publishing.
New Track products now include: McCall's Quilting, Quick Quilts, Quilter's Newsletter, Fon's and Porter Love of Quilting, Quiltmaker...and a host of other hobby magazines. They also own Qnn.TV and Fon's and Porter Love of Quilting on PBS.

I am sure we will not know of the terms or reason for separation between Mark Lipinski and New Track Media. We can only speculate. There has been several personnel changes in the other magazines as well. As with any acquisition, there are changes and new ideas for direction.

I have no doubt that Mark Lipinski will continue to his magic in another place. When one door closes ...another opens!!
I will continue to check his blog for any updates.


FW

Darn it! I like the off the wall, Quilter's Home Magazine, and read it cover to cover. I will have to wait until my next issue to see when it expires. I am almost due for renewal on Quilt Out Loud. Guess the decision is made on that one. That's a relief though.... I never go to the site except to watch Quilt Out Loud.

Thanks for posting this even if it did ruin my day!

Frances, that is exactly what I was thinking, I hope they can keep the same feel to the magazine. Last year I let all but QH subs lapse. So here's me crossing my fingers

Lissette,
Most magazines will send you money back if you cancel your subscription. I'm going to wait and see what changes are made before I decide what to do. I'm sure they work a couple of months ahead.
Frances