(Sorry about the quality of my photos. They got a bit blown out, and I just don't want to take the time to deal with it)
My shipment from Heather Bailey is a "look and see" shipment. I have looked, and now I see that I will be ordering lots of Heather Bailey fabric. The weight of the fabric is perfect, suitable for high quality clothing, or for using when making up houseware type projects. Heather Bailey has a great eye, and has loads of fabrics that work well with each other. If you don't know about Heather Bailey, you may want to check her out. Well, that is, if you like whimsy, color and playfulness, even a bit of Cowgirl Kitch... which I do. (I am married to a Colorado boy, after all!)
My shipment from Scarlet Fig arrived yesterday. Unfortunately, she's been having a problem with her printer, and it will be a while before the problems are sorted out. Sadly, I was not able to order my first choice, and made do with the yellow palette of fabrics. I am not as thrilled with the quality of these fabrics compared to their cost. But Scarlet Fig is a start up designer, probably a one girl operation. Even though I may not be able to use the fabrics in my vests, they will make perfect pillow backing. Don't you like how Judy's striped fabric fits perfectly in the mix?!I'm always so excited to hear about the Grove Girls, and what you are up to next. Week to week, so many new developments! I always wish I could be better connected to you all, but I'm working on my own lot of new developments here in Val's Art Studio. I am working very hard to grow my little business, and am venturing into uncharted territory 'round these parts! It would be my greatest desire to be a part of Artisan's at The Grove, and hope there's a way to fit in some day, somehow, some way.
In the meantime, I have been invited to join a start up company in historic Harrisburg, Pennsylvania called The Hodgepodgery (cute, eh?!) This company is all about recycled, refashioned, green upcycled products for living. I hope we can come to terms that will work for both of us. I've never had too much luck with the shops because of my pricing... but hopefully something will work out here. I think my sweaters would sell well in PA!
I have also been asked to be involved in a corporate art project for a healthcare facility with a large art budget. They are looking for 13 whimsical fiber artists to create specific art for the interior of the facility. I'd need to make a presentation via CD... hmmm, seems challenging. But, seeing as this is what I did during all the years I worked for Artrageous, I think I'm up to the task. I have one month to come up with the CD. Maybe it's time I take myself to the Apple store and get my own private Idaho boy to give me lessons on how to create a drop dead presentation CD.
Well, my head is spinning. I'm glad that the family from Az decided my house was too small for renting this July. I think I'm going to put my efforts into learning how to take better photographs and making up a CD.
I won't see you all on Friday. I work at Austin's til 2, then we are picking Kyle up from his Surf Camp. There's a big to-do party for the parents on the last day of camp :o)
Love seeing all the new stuff. This is certainly your time of opportunity. So proud of you!
ReplyDeleteOh my, Val. What beautiful photos. I see the bird on the chair that you were waiting for! I love the fact that I can click on the photos and make them large so I can see details. Lordie Mae, you are so busy! Astounding opportunities! I did see a yarn customer today that knew you...her name is Cheryl, she lives in Coronado and crochets these darling hats with charm details. She said she met you at an open house or a craft fair of some sort. She's in her 50's, has long blonde curly hair, blue eyes and she surfs! She worships the ground you walk out. She couldn't stop talking about your talent, and i just noddded my head with a "you-don't-have-to-tell-ME" attitude. Also another customer spoke of you today...hmm...i think her name is Paula maybe (she lives with her partner in a 2-story green house on Laurel & 32nd. She felt the same way as Cheryl. So it was a "fans of Val" day.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry we won't see you tomorrow but understand the welcome home party! Kyle looked like a seal pup in his wetsuit! Boy, is he in the right place!
Oh, golly gosh! That was "Shredder"!!! (Cheryl) We have only met once, but what a connection we had. We just plain fell in love with each other that day, and our parting ended in tears. How does that happen, and then we go back to our own busy lives and just never make the time to see one another again. I'm sure I told Shredder all about the Grove, because I was knitting away the whole time we were together (Mrs. Beetons-an icebreaker in any crowd!)
ReplyDeleteThen, there's Paula. She's a neighbor at our Bancroft Street house. Paula, a Virgo like me, is so amazing. She was the one who coached me through making the decision to keep our Bancroft house and rent it out. We wouldn't be where we are today without Paula.
Just love those girls! Like I do you all :o) What in the world would we do without girls in our lives?!
Thanks so much for the uplifting post. I really needed it today...
Love the "birds on a chair" fabric...so cute! Will check out her fabric line. I'm so visual - couldn't quite picture the designs when you were talking about them - would love to open a box of such fun fabrics...I agree it's just like Christmas (actually better)!
ReplyDeleteWhen are we going to figure out how to squeeze more hours out of the days? It sounds like you need an 8 day week! Don't know how you do it! Is it the tea?
Congrats on the opportunity to bid on the art project! Can't imagine it going to anyone else!