Saying Goodbye To Studio A

Wow, after reading several of the comments above, it's obvious that I am not alone. I really looked forward to receiving CK every month just so that I could turn to Studio A and get inspired. You and you alone have changed my way of scrapbooking. Before I just wanted to get the pictures down on a page and make it as pretty as possible, now I tell a story on every page and my pages are so much more meaningful. For this I will always be grateful to you. I'm glad to hear that we can still read your blog, it's one of the few sites that I frequent on a daily basis.

Another that has subscribed again because of your future articles! Now I hear Becky is bowing out too? Might have to reconsider my subscription now... Please don't take that as a threat though, Ali! Thank you for all you've shared up to this point in CK - and what you'll continue to share in the future here! Your style of scrapping & life is inspirational!

Like so many of your commenters, I subscribe so I can see your column. I'm disappointed but am wishing you the best as you continue to move forward.

As your column was the only reason I subscribed to CK I'm sad, but happy for you as you move forward in a new direction. I'm taking your BPS class right now and loving it so I hope to be able to take more of your online classes in the future.

Yet another reason why my subscription will lapse when it is done. Looking forward to seeing you online here and at DD!

Although I totally understand the need to change things up and go in a different direction, I am so sad to hear that Studio A is coming to an end. That is my favorite part of the magazine!! Best wishes for the future and I can't wait to see what you do next!!

Thanks for all the inspiration!
Good luck in your new ventures.

OMG..this seriously bums me out. Your column was the ONLY thing I consistently cut out EVERY SINGLE issue.

So sorry to see you also will no longer be in CK. You are very gracious in your exit, as I am sure the old CK was good to you. Sadly, I have no reason to keep my subscription - ironically my last issue was December. The magazine and its people are no longer keeping me inspired. Anyone who has kept up with the scrapbooking industry knows the troubles CK has had, and they can't blame it on just the economy although we know that did have some impact. I will definitely follow you here, and DD, and TT. I absolutely love your Tuesday Tutorials. I hope you keep them up. Thanks for all your cool ideas. I would also like to see the weekend ideas you used to have. But I know that just about anything you do will be successful. Thanks again, if is definitely their loss!

so so sad.
I did let my subscription end, but your column was the one reason why I was thinking of re-subscribing. You always offered such fabulous ideas that I find myself going back to over and over again. Your column is the reason I hold onto the old issues of CK...and it won't be the same without it.
I look forward to your next venture because I know whatever it is, it will inspire me. Thank you Ali

Selfishly, I am saddened by your news, but I'm so excited for you!! I can't wait to see what you do next!!!! I have been on the fence about renewing my sub...now I know I will not!! Congrats Ali!!!

Sad for the end of an era, but excited to see what the future holds. I will continue reading your blog avidly and watching for more great stuff to come! Thank you for sharing your talents and gifts.

I will so miss Studio A but onward & upward. I will look forward to youor online education endeavor!
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your familyn ;)
Mart

Ali- Thank you for the last 3 years of inspiring articles. I have kept everyone one of them in a binder...my own "Ali" inspiration right at my fingertips.
Congrats on this decision and to a new chapter of your life:)

Your Studio A column was the reason I subscribed. I hope you continue to blog and share your creations. I always find inspiration from your work and words. Thank you so much for Studio A.

I am selfishly disappointed. I loved that column. And like many others, the only reason I kept my subscription. But I am also glad to see you move on. I know there can only be more good things from you in the future. I hope you'll keep up with online education. I hear your Yesterday and Today class at BPS is awesome. I hope you'll do that one again!

Ali, i adore your column and your work. THANK YOU for all of your inspiration- you offer so much more than scrapbook pages and layouts! I have learned so much from your creative process. I am looking forward to where ever God takes you next!! Many blessings to you.

i knew this day would come and frankly i only still bought the magazine for your articles. I will miss seeing all your lovely layouts and tips in print, i have them all in a separate binder to browse through on cold winter days :) I am glad you will still be doing work DD, love your digital stuff too!! So where are you headed now, any goals you can share with us? Thank you so much for all your fabulous inspiration through CK, looking forward to see your new endeavors.

Wow, you and Becky both leaving CK...I will continue my subscription but you will be missed there!

It may sound ungracious but I'm so pleased that you have jumped off that sinking ship.
I wish many, many wonderful things for you as you embark on the next chapter of your journey Ali!

I'm sorry to hear you're leaving CK. I'm kind of worried that with you and other contributors leaving, that this is the beginning of the end of CK. :( I wish you the best of luck and will continue to follow you here.

Ali,
I'll miss Studio A in CK but I'll still be checking your blog regularly like I always do. I love your approach to storytelling and the creative freedom you've given me. It has helped me grow alot. I salute you for knowing when it's time to move on and put your energy into new things. I wish you all the best in your future projects. I'll be watching!
Jean

So sad! I always flipped to your article first when the new issue of CK landed in my mailbox. But things change and life has to keep moving forward. I can't wait to see what you will be up to next...I am sure it will be wonderful!

I understand the need to move forward, but as a CK buyer of course I'm sorry for myself! For the last few years, CK seemed to be all about pusing the creative envelope and wasn't as appealing to a scrapper like me, who focuses on photos and stories first. I only picked up CK b/c of your column and Becky's sketches.
But I confess I've started liking the mag again since they've gotten back to more multi-photo LO's and haven't been quite so "artsy" for want of a better word. But without Studio A and Becky's sketches, the mag def. loses a lot of appeal, IMO.
Regardless, I'm glad that you're happy about the ability to explore new opportunities and I look forward to what you come with!

Ali, I will miss Studio A.