Just sharing a quick shot from my current sketchbook. (Which I bound myself! Awfully proud - don't think I'll ever buy another sketchbook.)
Hope you all have a fantastic weekend. If you have the time and haven't seen it yet, check out Sherlock Holmes. The filmography and costume design are reason enough to go see it. It was visually stunning..
Sandi
Hello everyone!
I hope my December absence wasn't too badly missed, and you enjoyed the 12 Days of Christmas Giveaways. I've missed writing in this space, but a plethora of things have kept me from here that I just won't go in to. (Move.. Flu.. Move.. Christmas.. Book.. Fabric.. etc..) Oops. I went into it, didn't I?
Wanted to share a project with you that seems forever old, but better late than never.
I found this old can carrier at a yard sale this summer with the price tag of $1. It was pretty hideous, and the funniest part of it was the phrase at the bottom. "I'm too busy to be organized."
Ha. I got a good chuckle over that phrase being inscribed on this cool organizer. Who has the time to graffiti the crap out of their organizer but then not use it?
I tried to clean the wood, but that graffiti was done in permanent marker and didn't want to let up, no matter how hard I scrubbed. So I went with paint, and gave it a nice clean coat of cream. Mod podge, fabric and a little more spray paint later.. and...
Quite an improvement, yes?
I sprayed the insides of the can also to save them from rusting. So far so good.
To help ring in the new year, we are having a sale on the website (see the last post, go here to check it out.) Are you on our newsletter list? The newletter guys got a 24 hour heads up notice.. :)
Also, I have joined the land of Facebook. If you want to "like" me, check out our new page here.
Hey there!
Just a quickie to give you the heads up that the newsletter folks got earlier today. We have CLEARANCED out all remaining quantities of our Cupcake Pincushion, Market Bag and Analise patterns.
Merry Christmas and happy holidays everyone!
We are enjoying the day at my dad's Mountain Lodge retreat at the border of the Teton mountains in Idaho. It has been a blissful day so far and everyone is snuggled up now playing with new toys and books.
I wish you all a happy celebration, whatever you may be celebrating this season!
Sandi
PS - these photos were all taken with my phone using the lightbox app. Works amazingly, I recommend this one. Not sure how many phones it is available for, but if you happen to have a newer IPhone, lucky you!
Here is the latest winner!
Amber June Studios
From painting and writing to drawing and sewing, artist Amber June always loved to create. When she became a mother she found her compulsion to create grew only stronger even though her creative time became more limited. While looking to develop her creativity in a way that was both beneficial to her family-teaching her children by example- and remaining true to her artistic tendencies, Amber June Studios was born. Focusing her creative energy on the beauty and inspiration found in everyday moments Amber June Studios strives to share those simple virtues with others. Inspired by the potential any object may offer- such as a piece of fabric, a blank page or a person- beginning the creative process is what Amber most enjoys.
Amber June Studios designs handmade items and art pieces that are inspired by nature, imagination, learning and discovery. Vintage books and objects may also appear on her site as she strives to recycle in a true “waste not, want not,” fashion. Keep up with Amber June as she writes about her and her family’s adventures, among other things, on her blog as well. For more information, visit: amberjunestudios.blogspot.com.
Giveaway Prize: A Handmade Hobby Horse from Amber June Studios~your choice!
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"a girl can never have too much fabric! thanks!"
C Higley is our winner of the Log Cabin Yardage giveaway. Send us an email at customerservice@sandihendersondesign.com and we will get you in touch with Nicole to redeem your prize.
Log Cabin Yardage
Log Cabin Yardage was dreamt up by Nicole Brewster with the help of her family, as an online fabric store based out of the Toronto, Canada greater-area. In order to address the dearth of fabric choices and poor quality of materials found in her area, she aims to bring more modern fabric choices to both fellow compatriots and international customers alike!
Specializing in designer, first-quality fabrics as well as kid-oriented prints (vibrant colors, fresh palettes) and some novelty prints, Nicole individually selects the fabrics that she offers from acclaimed fabric houses such as Michael Miller, Riley Blake, Westminster and Free Spirit and a few others. Utilizing her artistic background and her love of and inspiration for color, Nicole aims to bridge the “digital divide” by putting together colors for her customers on an personalized level. As the business keeps growing, Log Cabin Yardage is nearing its two-year birthday and is making plans to open a brick and mortar store in the near future!
For more information visit, www.logcabinyardage.com.
Giveaway:
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And the winner is.....
Mitzi W. "Those are the cutest bows EVER!" Send us an email at customerservice@sandihendersondesign.com and we will get you in touch with Deanna to claim your prize.
Birdsong Bows
Birdsong Bows is the brain child of Deanna McCool, an accessories designer who began making hair bows for her daughters five years ago. In 2010, Deanna began writing tutorials and patterns to teach others how to make the crafts she enjoys. After teaching, one of her favorite parts of the creative process is designing new products. Drawing inspiration from the world around her color, fabric and great design in general help Deanna gets her creative juices flowing.With a background in journalism, Deanna takes pride in doing all of the writing and photography for her e-books and tutorials.
The majority of her customers love children and enjoy doing something special for them, such as making beautiful hair accessories for them to wear. She encourages her customers to send photos of their works-in-progress so she can offer her expertise and help along the way. Birdsong Bows patterns have become starting points for other women to start their own home businesses, a point of pride for Deanna who also enjoys working from home and taking care of her family while she creates. For more information, visit, www.birdsongbows.com.
Giveaway: Package of six (6) patterns/tutorials of the winner’s choice from BirdsongBows.com.
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Here is the winner of the Fashionable Fabrics giveaway.
Rebecca says, "Oh I LOVE this job, such a great selection! THANKS for the chance!" You inluded your email in your comment, so we will send you the contact information for Fashionable Fabrics to redeem your gift certificate. Congratulations!
Fashionable Fabrics
Fashionable Fabrics was started in 2004 as a dream to provide fashion forward novelty fabrics to crafters and seamstresses. As crafters themselves, they were often frustrated at the difficulty in finding their favorite designer novelty fabrics in one location. The result was the birth of their Website, Fashionablefabrics.com.
Fashionable Fabrics focuses on fun, trendy, modern fabrics and sewing patterns offered at an affordable price. They aim to provide great customer service and be mindful of treating people-and each other- with care and respect. With Tonia’s love for textiles and husband Dennis’s aptitude for all things tech, the couple purchased the business over two years. Inspired by all of the wonderful items made by their creative customers they enjoy providing beautiful textiles to those who love them all over the world. With a strong passion for what they do they promise to provide you with the best quality products they’re re able to find. For more information, visit www.fashionablefabrics.com.
Giveaway: A $50 gift certificate to use for anything on the Website!
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Congratulations to...
Thunder Kaplan, who said "I love the cover quilt !! can only imagine what else is inside." Send us an email at customerservice@sandihendersondesign.com and we will get you in touch with Maw-Bell Designs to get your book and table topper kit.
Maw-Bell Designs
Sisters and partners-in-design, Susan Maw and Sally Bell have been designing together since they were children (ask them about the cat modeling their doll clothes creations!). Hailing from Northwest and Southwest Montana respectively, the two sisters love to design and create with fabric (the third younger sister is a jewelry designer who loves to create too!)
Together, as Maw-Bell Designs they balance each other out. Susan is organized, Sally is not; Susan has dogs, Sally has cats; Susan is right-brained, Sally is left; Susan likes red, Sally likes yellow, Susan uses a landline, Sally uses an IPhone! On some days they may switch attributes- but one thing remains constant: they both love to create! The pair have been designing quilt patterns, children’s clothing and writing books together for six years and have a loyal following of satisfied customers.For more information, visit: www.maw-belldesigns.com.
Giveaway: Maw-Bell Designs will give away a “Summer at the Lake Quilts” book and a kit for the 'Star of the Picnic' table topper (which is a project in the book).
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Ursula says, "I know one wee lass that would be delighted to have such a beautiful pony! Thanks for the chance to win!" Send us an email with your mailing information to customerservice@sandihendersondesign.com and we will get you a pony!