Melanie Testa

Survey Says!

Hi there-Please take a few minutes to fill out my online workshop survey. Ten questions, nothing fancy.

As incentive for responding,  I will give away, at random, up to three signed copies of my book. The number of copies given away will depend on the number of responses tallied.  So please, take the survey, leave a comment to enter your name in the giveaway and then email, facebook or otherwise contact your friends and art buddies so that they too will take the survey and perhaps win a copy of my book. Your enthusiasm and input will be (and is) greatly appreciated.

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  3. The new book looks marvelous, darling! Glad to hear you will be teaching online. I have a special needs child so it is almost impossible for me to travel to workshops and retreats, so online classes work perfectly for me. You look fantastic, Mellie. Can’t wait to buy your book and sign up for your online classes! Waiting patiently (or rather trying to) in Utah, Debbie 🙂

  5. Took the survey..great questions… Loved the mentoring question…Looking forward to seeing your book

  14. Excellent questions in the survey. My heart just swelled with happiness as I watched the video. Looking forward to some online fun with you!!!!!!! xoxoxoxo

  18. I took the survey–I think having a survey is a great idea to see what people are interested in. P.S. I think you could/should charge more than what you listed for the 1/2 hour mentoring sessions. But perhaps the price could also have “package deals” where it’s more for just one session, and s little cheaper if they buy 3 together, etc.

  19. You are so inspiring. How could people not want to take an on-line class with you! Thank you for everything you give to the creative world.

  20. Melanie, I think the online class opportunity is a great idea. I live halfway across the country from you so the chances of getting to take a class with you is limited at best. You always have such interesting and challenging ideas for art quilts. Thanks for the opportunity to put my two cents in on your online projects.

  22. Love the video and I can’t wait to receive my copy of your new book! I pre-ordered it on Amazon and delivery date is May 6. I’m not trying to condense time or anything like that–but I wish May 6 would come quickly. You are one of my favorite inspirational people not only because of your fantastic talent but because of your courageous fight with breast cancer. Brava to you Melanie! I’ve taken the survey and would like to be placed in the box for the selection of a copy of your new book. I plan to give it to my older sister who is a wonderful quilter and fought breast cancer the same time you did. Thank you for your daily inspiration!!!

  23. I’m looking forward to seeing your new book and what online class options you offer!

  26. Yay, what a fun and exciting (and enticing) little video … loved your glorious smile and your infectious giggle … it made me giggle too. I took your survey, hope it helps! (And of course, I’d love to win a copy of your new book!)

  27. I took the survey. You know I want to take more classes! (Wish I could come up to the camp session, but it’s a bit too much for this year.) I’ve taken about a zillion classes from so many people, some wonderful and some lacking some connection and zing! I know you could be very inspiring online.

  28. I took the survey and was excited to read of the possibilities that may be offered in on-line classes. I loved your interview with Rice and know that a class with you would add “color” to my toolbox. Would love to be a winner of the new book.

    Kristin

  35. I’ve been out of touch for awhile – love your new presence and work!! I took your survey and will share it with other artists. Can’t wait to see more! Aloha, Dianna

  37. Your book looks like it will be awesome. Can’t wait to see it in person and to see what class and challenges you end up offering.

  39. Took the survey. I would love to have a copy of your book — probably will buy it if I don’t win it. And I love challenges. Hope your online ventures are successful. You’re an incredible artist.

  42. I took the survey. I have been waiting for the book to come out, and would love to win it.

    I live in Richmond, VA. I’d love to take an “in person” class with you. Thanks so much.

  46. Oh, that survey, got my juices going! I loved all of the classes, but narrowed down to just my top picks! Loved the idea of a master class and hope to take some class by you this year. I didn’t get to do any last year, sigh.

  49. Melanie, I am glad you are back in the game. Without sounding “cheesy” you are my hero and inspiration. We took the same journey last year and I am so proud to have witnessed the grace and dignity with which you travelled the road to healing and health. Looking forward to taking an online class with you. Glenda

  50. Took the survey – online classes is a great way to get ‘face’ time with an artist when it isn’t feasible to take every in person class available. Can’t wait for QBL though 🙂

  54. Filled out the survey! I just found your blog in the last few weeks, and I’ve been really enjoying seeing your work. Thanks for sharing 🙂

  58. I wouldn’t think you could improve on the marvelous Melly Melss but I think you in fact have. You are an inspiration!

  59. I really enjoyed your first book. I don’t buy many books but do return to your because its so well presented. Such a good source of information and inspiration. On a different subject, I was sadden to hear about your cancer and very glad to see art as part of your life. I don’t want to lose one more of my friends to cancer.

  61. Took the survey. I can’t wait for your new book. I simply LOVE you first book, it’s like eye candy and so informative. Your new blog/website looks great.

  62. Would love your book….if I don’t win will gladly buy it. About the mentoring… I like the idea of a series of sessions as a way of following up on a project. I’m not up for that myself at this time, but maybe some day. So glad to see you and Arrow….hope to see you in Houston in Fall! Cheers, Sarah

  67. Hey Melly,
    The two classes that I had planned to take with you were both cancelled.. I would really enjoy an on-line course, fuss free and available at any time. Your new book is very exciting, and I cannot believe you were able to accomplish that task with all the other “stuff” you were dealing with at the time..
    Keep thriving.. Susan D-L

  68. Love your new website and blog! Glad you are doing well. My husband is also battling cancer. Taking online classes works well for me.

  69. I took your survey. I am curious to see what kind of online class you choose to give. I am sure it will be a good one.

  70. I love your new website! I took your survey and would love to take some online classes. Thanks for all of the inspiration!

  72. Great questions. I can’t wait to see what develops! Very excited to see the new book as well – congratulations!

  73. I am so excited for your new book to be available! It is on my list of must-buys for this year…threw my two-cents in on the survey and I would love for my name to be thrown in the virtual hat for a chance to win your book! Thank you for the opportunity!

  76. It’s soooo nice to have you back online!!! I can’t wait to see your latest book. It would be awesome to have you teach online!! I liked your susrvey too.

  77. Just took the survey! I am soooo glad you are back! looking forward to your new book and online classes!

  78. I took the survey and I am anxiously awaiting your new book. I must say the cover is very inviting.

  83. so happy to hear you’re healing and back in it! the new book looks gorgeous and I can’t wait to get my hands on a copy. here’s to your continued healing and thriving!

  84. I am glad to see the new and improved you. I have taken the survey and I hope all our answers help in your decisions.

  85. I took your survey and wish you all the best with your new ventures. I also wish you continued good health.

  86. I did my survey and am excited to see what you do with the results! Looking forward to some online classes…and it would be great to win the book!!

  87. Your new book looks wonderful! The survey got me to thinking I need more time for me & art.

  89. took the survey- would love any online class you would offer! Would also love a copy of your book- it is on my amazon wishlist…

  91. Online classes are such a great thing. I’ve taken several from other teachers and really like it. Congrats on the new book – I’m hoping it comes out on Kindle so I can read it on the ipad!

  94. Thanks for the survey – lots of interesting concepts – I just don’t have a lot in my budget for these fun things…. but do love the inspiration and motivation that you provide! Thanks!

  95. I was going to ask how do we prove we did the survey, but I guess it’s honour system! I did it – and am looking forward to seeing what classes you end up offering!

  97. Oh Melly, you are so darn inspiring to me! I love the picture at the beginning of the video. And how you call yourself “New and Improved” You give me hope that I might some day be new and improved as well… I can’t wait to get my hand on your book, it looks beautiful and it’s especially inspiring knowing WHEN you wrote it. XOXO!

  98. I love your first book and am so looking forward to the new one! Online classes sound wonderful!

  100. Wow! Who wouldn’t love to win a copy of this book? I’m looking forward to seeing it when it comes out!

  101. Great survey!! Look forward to taking an online class, no classes nearby so I rely on the internet to be my go to place to learn. Can’t wait to hold your new book! =)

  106. I took the survey and I am so happy that you are feeling better! Just thinking about the classes that will come from the survey results is very exciting!

  111. I took your survey. I would love to receive one of your signed books. I am disabled and you have been an inspiration for me. I love your work and your strength. Some day I hope to meet you in person.

  113. Good idea (the survey). Hope you get the information out of it that you need, and hope to see some new workshops soon! Thanks for the chance to win your book – otherwise, I will be forced to buy it the next time I’m at the bookstore 🙂

  114. Can’t wait to read your new book! Took the survey, hope the feedback helps. Hope do have a class with you in the future.

  117. I have your book and DVD by Interweave and love your techniques. Your new book looks to be exciting!

  118. I love your work and your whole attitude – inspirational! Just did the survey and would love to do an online class with you or win your book.

  120. What a great website! Love your blog too. And I’ll be ordering your latest book. I have about everything you have published. I did the survey, but I did not see anywhere to “sign” with my email to prove that I did it. Trust me, I did. It was very interesting. I like the directions you are taking. Hope you are feeling on top of the world now.

  121. Melly,

    With all the free classes online, I think your master classes are priced too high and your one-on-one mentorships are priced WAY too low.

  122. I’m glad to have found you again – I was worried that the old blog seemed to have suddenly stopped. The new book looks great, and I love the idea of more sew-alongs.

  123. Took your survey. Thought you might like to know that I found your site via Amazon.com
    I had done a search on “art journal” and your book popped up. The cover looked interesting and I searched for you on google. I would be interested in taking online classes in drawing and/or journaling which you will see from my survey responses. The book looks very interesting!

  124. Your new blog (new to me) is just wonderful. (I too was worried that your old blog had stopped and did a search to see if I could relocate you–so glad I did.) This new site is very exciting. You are an inspiration. I really look forward to your online offerings. Congrats and all the best, Becky