Sneak Peek | Bella Grace Magazine https://bellagracemagazine.com Inspiration for Discovering Magic in the Everyday Thu, 20 Apr 2023 18:11:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 https://bellagracemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/cropped-bella-grace-favicon-32x32.png Sneak Peek | Bella Grace Magazine https://bellagracemagazine.com 32 32 A Moment with Field Guide to Everyday Magic Issue 4 https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-field-guide-to-everyday-magic-issue-4/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-moment-with-field-guide-to-everyday-magic-issue-4 https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-field-guide-to-everyday-magic-issue-4/#comments Mon, 15 Jul 2019 08:13:17 +0000 https://bellagracemagazine.com/a-moment-with-field-guide-to-everyday-magic-issue-4/   Inspired by its sister publication Bella Grace, Field Guide to Everyday Magic is filled entirely with the worksheet-style prompts, captivating photographs, and inspirational quotes that Bella Grace Magazine has come to be known for. Women of all ages will enjoy soaking in the eye-catching images and thought-provoking prompts in this special spin-off. Each page […]

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Inspired by its sister publication Bella Grace, Field Guide to Everyday Magic is filled entirely with the worksheet-style prompts, captivating photographs, and inspirational quotes that Bella Grace Magazine has come to be known for.

Women of all ages will enjoy soaking in the eye-catching images and thought-provoking prompts in this special spin-off. Each page is designed to inspire and help readers shine a spotlight on the here and now — the radiant glow to be found in seemingly ordinary moments. And Field Guide to Everyday Magic takes interactive to a whole, new level.

Take a peek inside Issue 4:

It’s so easy to get caught up in what everyone else is doing and want to be part of it all, but sometimes it’s more fun to miss out! In Field Guide Issue 4, be reminded of all the things you are joyfully missing out on.

Reflect on beloved memories while responding to prompts such as, “Where are some of the best places your feet have taken you?”

“You don’t think all the things you think you need – to do all the things you feel called to do. You have all you need, right now, right now – now go make life beautiful.” – Tess Guinery. Field Guide Issue 4 is filled with countless beautiful reminders just like this one!

Pets can teach us so much about life. In this issue, make a list of the valuable lessons you’ve learned from your pets!

Relish in unplugging as you name all the magical things you enjoy doing that don’t involve technology.

Be sure to find us on Instagram and Facebook for more inspiration and enter to win a copy of Field Guide to Everyday Magic Issue 4 below!

Field Guide to Everyday Magic Issue 4 GIVEAWAY: https://blog.stampington.com/giveaways/july-2019

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A Moment With Bella Grace New Generation Issue 3

Bella Grace New Generation Issue 3 features the same inspirational content you love about Bella Grace, but geared toward young women ages 12 to 19. It’s a positive space for sharing, and we’re delighted to spotlight a number of young writers and photographers within this issue.

It’s the perfect discovery for daughters, granddaughters, sisters, nieces, students, aspiring writers, photographers, and young-at-heart friends – a gift they will treasure!

Take a peek inside:

A Moment With Bella Grace New Generation Issue 3

Some days just won’t go your way. You slept through your alarm. A friend said something that hurt your feelings. Discover 7 simple ways to easily turn your day around and instantly lift your mood!

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Be inspired by Kerry Samuelson who finds solace in making lists. She describes, “I like making the same lists at different times in my life and looking back to see how my responses have changed. It fills me with pride to see my little notebook collection grow over time.” What a beautiful way to document the growth and changes of life!

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“Be the reason someone smiles. Be the reason someone feels loved and believes in the goodness in people.” – Roy T. Bennett. Bella Grace New Generation Issue 3 is filled with the same kinds of inspiring sentiments featured in Bella Grace!

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Vivian London takes us on a magical adventure as she bikes around her hometown.

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Learn how to host a clothing swap – a gathering where guests bring whatever clothes or accessories they haven’t worn in a long time or are tired of. Everyone is free to “shop” whatever has been brought!

Be sure to find us on Instagram and Facebook for more inspiration and enter to win a copy of Bella Grace New Generation Issue 3 below!

Bella Grace New Generation GIVEAWAY: https://stampington.com/blog/giveaways/enter-win-new-gen-issue-3

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Bella Grace New Generation

 

Meet Bella Grace’s little sister.

 

Bella Grace is thrilled to present its new sister-title: Bella Grace New Generation, featuring the same inspirational content you love about Bella Grace, but geared toward young women ages 12 to 19.

 

At New Generation, we believe:

  • Being unique is a powerful thing
  • We are all beautiful and strong in many different ways
  • Kindness is underrated
  • We are all here to do great things
  • We each have a story to tell

 

Small enough to throw in a backpack or beach bag, with pages of interactive journal prompts just asking to be written on, this magazine is perfect for inspiring your daughter, granddaughter, niece, or sister.

 

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You won’t find any outside advertising or photoshopped images of models or celebrities. Just inspirational words and photographs, many by teen writers and photographers, as well as tips and techniques for balancing the demands of the everyday girl.

 

Keep reading for details on how to enter our FREE magazine giveaway!

 

Inside The Premier Issue:

  • How to claim your individuality in a world where so many want nothing more than to fit in
  • Suggestions for creating a healthy relationship with social media
  • How to lift up other girls
  • 6 ways to ignite your creative side
  • 40 comforting thoughts from women who have been there too

 

Here’s a sneak peek:

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Running from class to class, thinking about the future, navigating a distraction-filled world — sometimes life just never seems to slow down. We’ve listed some simple, tangible tips for teens on how to stay present.

 

Everyone deals with insecurities over their body, but we’re here to remind you that the world is filled with beautiful people of all shapes and sizes. Our editors share their top tips for building a better body image.

 

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One of those slow summer vacation days turns into a journey with an unexpected discovery for Katarena Jenson in “Finding Your Own Adventure.”

 

Singer-songwriter Hayley Solano paints a portrait of a girl who knows deep down that she’s different. But maybe being different is okay. In fact, maybe being unique is the best thing to be.

 

In “The Kindness of Teenagers,” a high school teacher shares a story of teenage compassion that’s impossible to forget.

 

If you know someone in this age group who might be interested, please help us spread the word about New Generation. It’s a much-needed publication for young women and aspiring writers and photographers, and it wouldn’t be possible without the support of our kindreds.

We’re also accepting submissions for the next issue! Click here for more details.

 

New Generation is now available on newsstands, or you can order your copy online here: stampington.com/new-generation.

Want to stay in the loop? Follow @BellaGraceNewGeneration on Instagram and Facebook for more exciting updates.

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A Moment With: Bella Grace Issue 15 + Win a Free Issue

Bella Grace Issue 15 is 160 pages of self-discovery, breathtaking photography, and inspiration. You won’t be able to put it down.

 

This spring, Bella Grace wants you to …

 

Find magic in even the most unexpected parts of life.

Discover your own personal kind of happiness.

Make room in your life for what really matters to you.

 

Bella Grace Issue 15 is 160 pages of self-discovery, breathtaking photography, and inspiration. You won’t be able to put it down.

 

Keep reading for details on how to enter our FREE magazine giveaway!

 

Inside This Issue:

  • Learn how to make your own “happiness box” to add some light to your bad days
  • Femke Tewari lists her spring rituals
  • Our readers share their favorite ways to spread kindness
  • Shell Royster shares powerfully simple lessons from a boat trip off the coast of Ireland
  • Discover how Shannon O’Malley and her son cultivate a creative life together
  • How to meet your personal reading goals for 2018
  • Stephanie Horning shares her French living inspired tips for maximizing life’s joys

Here’s a sneak peek:

A Moment With: Bella Grace Issue 15 + Win a Free Issue

Parting with old shoes was hard, but Joie Foster found that she gained something else in return in “Aging Gracefully: Saying Goodbye to the Stilettos.”

 

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Whether you’re an early bird or more of a night owl, learn how to turn mornings into an opportunity for meaningful me-time in “Ease Into the Morning with Some Self-Care.”

 

A Moment With: Bella Grace Issue 15 + Win a Free Issue

Mary Anne Pennington has been making lists for as long as she can remember. In “The List Maker,” she reveals how her list-making journal became a treasure trove of memories.

 

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In “Dressing the Times,” Rebekah Markewich shares her tips for incorporating romantic period pieces into your wardrobe, and adding historical flair with modern Edwardian-inspired clothes.

 

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A window, a dog, a camera — Kelley Clink shares how photography leads her to life’s little wake up calls in “Missed Moments.”

 

Bella Grace Issue 15 is now available on newsstands. You can also reserve your copy online at: stampington.com/Bella-Grace-Issue-15

Our giveaway has ended! Congratulations to our winners, and thanks to all who entered!

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Bella Grace Issue 14

 

Winter is a season that beckons us to slow down.

 

As snow settles, the landscape becomes quieter, giving us more chances for solitude. It provides the perfect opportunity to create comfort in our homes as the chill sets in.

So, reread your favorite childhood story.

Light a candle while you enjoy a pot of tea – your cat curled up by your feet.

The world outside can wait and quietly resettle, while a crock of soup begins to bubble on the stove.

And with this season, we’re excited to introduce the new December release of Bella Grace.

We hope you’ll be able to curl up and savor Issue 14.

 

Inside This Issue:

•10 Ways to Host the Coziest Night In
• Worksheet: Intentions for the New Year
• 95 Ways to Instantly Reset Your Days
• A Magical Mix of Then & Now
• 21 Gifts We’ll Never Forget
• The Power of Scent

 

Here’s a sneak peek:

Give Me the Cold

Samantha Griffits shares her love of cold weather and embraces the soulful stillness of winter in “Give Me the Cold.”

 

 

Humbuggery & Laughter - 15 Ways to Protect Your Peace This Season

The holiday season can bring on its own special kind of stress. In “Humbuggery & Laughter: 15 Way to Protect Your Peace This Season,” Andrea Corp shares her favorite methods of keeping things jolly and bright.

21 Gifts We'll Never Forget

Our readers share their most memorable gifts in “21 Gifts We’ll Never Forget.” Their answers will surprise you.

 

 

95 Ways We Instantly Reset Our Days

Take time in your day to pause, reset, and recharge. Learn how our readers turn a bad day around before it gets the best of them in “95 Ways We Instantly Reset our Days.”

 

Issue 14 is now available on newsstands, or you can beat the crowds by ordering it online here: stampington.com/Bella-Grace-Issue-14

 

 

Congratulations to Our Winners!

This giveaway is now closed.

Congratulations to Victoria, Robin, and Jessica for winning our Bella Grace Issue 14 giveaway!

 

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Words: Katie Anderson
Photo credit: Nina Hurem

 

“I wonder if the snow loves the trees and fields, that it kisses them so gently? And then it covers them up snug, you know, with a white quilt, and perhaps it says, “Go to sleep, darlings, till the summer comes again.” ― Lewis Carroll

 

There’s a chill in the air, but our hearts are warm.  We invite you to join us as we revel in the heartfelt moments and insightful experiences shared in our latest issue of Bella Grace.

 

Take a glimpse inside our dreamy issue 10 below, and order your copy today to start experiencing all the winter wonders found inside.

 

 

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Erica Gerald Mason’s “89 Beautiful Days of Winter” encourages us to embrace the magic this season by making time each day for a lovely winter activity.

 

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Aaron M. Brown reveals the powerful aftermath of a random act of kindness and proves a small gesture can truly be life-changing in “Two February Coffees.”

 

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Discover Tracie West’s year-long project that perfectly encompasses the strong, unmatched bond between mother and daughter in “My Girl and Me.”

 

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Kayla Dean explores the countless wonders found inside bookshops with “New Adventures between the Shelves.”

 

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Christmas movies, hot chocolate, snow play and more. We compiled “32 of Our Favorite Winter Traditions” from Bella Grace readers just like you!

 

 

 

Hang up your coat, get cozy by the fire and join us as we welcome winter with Issue 10. We hope the captivating stories and enchanting imagery lining the pages of Bella Grace comfort your heart and light up your soul this season.

 

 

 

What’s your favorite part of winter? Share with us in the comments below.

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A Somerset Holiday

 

Some of us will reinvent ourselves several times over the course of a lifespan. Maybe you already have.

It’s never too late to set new goals. Change direction. Dream bigger.

Recently, one of our magazines has undergone some major changes, and we couldn’t be more excited to share it with you.

A Somerset Holiday: Easy Ideas for Gift-Giving & Decor puts a rustic-chic spin on the holidays by offering fun and simple ideas for handmade gifts.

Formerly Somerset Holidays & Celebrations, we’re completely freshening up this title with DIY-friendly gift ideas, quick packaging projects, and clever ways to make the most of a certain material, such as Kraft paper or muslin. We’re also exploring cherished family traditions and creative rituals that are sure to inspire new ones with your family and friends.

Be one of the first to catch a glimpse inside this newly revamped title!

Quick and Easy Gift Wrapping

Infuse your holidays with rustic flair with these burlap gift bags by Rhonda Pingilley.

Quick and Easy Gift Wrapping

Find unique ways to use the same material, like Kraft paper or muslin.

Quick and Easy Gift Wrapping

Top a patterned bag with a sprig of fresh greens for a lovely fragrance that will greet people as they unwrap their gift.

Simple Gift Wrapping

10 ways to … gift wrap with white paper.

A Little Bit Handmade … How to Dress Up Store-Bought Gifts

Quick Personalized Gifts

Give the gift of scrumptious baked goods with this kit for a cookie in a cup.

Quick Personalized Gifts

Festive Touches and Unique Color Palette Inspiration

Decorating and Color Palette Inspiration

Set your holiday table with vibrant hues of cranberry red and lettuce green with this table setting inspiration by Jana Carson.

Decorating Inspiration

10 ways to … decorate clear glass bulbs (like filling them with book text, rose petals, or burlap) and more!

 

 

Get Your Copy of A Somerset Holiday.

 

A Somerset Holiday

Congratulations to our 3 contest winners!

  1. Laura McDaniel
  2. Sheri Abel
  3. Donna Talipsky

 

 

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A Moment With: Bella Grace Issue 9 https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-bella-grace-issue-9/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-moment-with-bella-grace-issue-9 https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-bella-grace-issue-9/#comments Tue, 23 Aug 2016 16:50:06 +0000 https://bellagracemagazine.com/a-moment-with-bella-grace-issue-9/ Words: Heather Taylor Issue 9 cover: Meagan Abell   “Winter is an etching, spring a watercolor, summer is an oil painting, autumn is a mosaic of them all.” — Stanley Horowitz   As we enter the Autumn season, slow down, pause, and savor the magic found in the pages of Bella Grace. Order your copy […]

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Words: Heather Taylor
Issue 9 cover: Meagan Abell

 

“Winter is an etching, spring a watercolor, summer is an oil painting, autumn is a mosaic of them all.” — Stanley Horowitz

 

As we enter the Autumn season, slow down, pause, and savor the magic found in the pages of Bella Grace. Order your copy today and get a glimpse of the extraordinary stories inside Issue 9

 

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Holly Clark captures “That Magic Hour.”

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“The woman who does not require validation from anyone is the most feared individual on the planet.” — Mohadesa Najumi

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“The World Was Awake” by Colleen McCallister.

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Sylvia Stefanova explores the impact of “Autumn Changes.”

 

Pour yourself a cup of tea, grab your favorite blanket, and curl up with Issue 9, filled with extraordinary narratives and stunning photos that capture life’s everyday magic.

 

We’re celebrating the fall season by giving away Issue 9 FREE to three lucky readers.* For a chance to win, leave a comment about your favorite autumn tradition. The deadline to enter is 8/31 and winners will be contacted directly by our Bella Grace team. Good luck we can’t wait to read about how you celebrate autumn!

*Contest open to U.S. residents only.

 

 

 

***Bella Grace Issue 9 is sold out. However, you can still enjoy the magic inside with our digital edition! Available at: https://stampington.com/Bella-Grace-Issue-9***

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