I'm so excited to share my new fabric collection with you! Farmer's Market is here and there is a flurry of sample sewing going on! The colors in this line are just filling little parts of my being with bursts of happiness every time I walk past. So let's talk about the line a little bit..
My inspiration was not quite necessarily just Farmer's Market in general but the feeling that surrounds them. I wanted to capture the sights, colors and yes-emotion that I feel when I venture out into the world on a bright Saturday morning to visit a Farmers Market. Vendors selling not only gorgeous fresh produce and flowers but their handicrafts as well. I wanted to create a line of fabric celebrating it all. I think that the world is becoming a bit of a scary place and I feel that it's part of the surge of popularity in sewing and crafting. People searching out ways to slow things down and simplify. There may be some that laugh at the idea of sewing being "simple" but really it is. Your skill may not be to the point where you can finish a project in one sitting, but if you practice, it will. You will develop a skill that isn't based on technology, television or high tech gizmos. It can't be taken away from you.
Does this sound like way too much thinking for a line of fabric? :) Possibly, but that really is what I've put into it. I hope that it goes out into the world and gives people a little bit of inspiration and joy. I spent so much time perusing etsy, ebay and the blogs of crafty people while designing this line. I tried to capture what I felt would inspire the indi designers and vendors that are selling their good in market type settings.
There are 3 color stories - Spring, Summer and Fall.
Spring is a grouping of soft pastels, peaches and greens with a sprinkling of aqua. Coupled with cream it brings forth romantic and soft projects and is a breath of fresh air in my otherwise color infused world! (Check out a sneak of one of my sewing patterns below!)
The Summer Colorway is a saturated collection of Popsicles, sunshine and cherries! You might notice my favorite flower (at least right now) in there. Third from the top, the lovely Dahlia. And then a little bit farther down-juicy cherries that look like they are ready for picking. A playful, swirly filled paisley in bright colors that delight my daughter. A seed print shaped to imitate the pomegranate. A hippie ornate print that reminds me of Henna and is affectionately named "Henna Garden." Oh what else can I point out?!
The Fall Colorway borrows colors from Pumpkins, pomegranates and sunflowers. 
All three color stories make me so happy, but what makes me even more excited is what you can do when you combine them! Just like the colors of the seasons, the colors of the 3 groupings blend together with each other. Pull from them and see what combinations you come up with. They create a look of "going together" without being too matchy matchy. Juxtaposition within itself.
The line is officially making it's debut at Quilt Market next weekend. If you would like to order it for your store, please contact your Michael Miller rep!
I hope you love the line - it was really designed for you guys. :) I have project all over our home made out of it and will share them soon. We are in the final push of market preparations before leaving Wednesday morning but I will try and post once more before we go.
Bravo...Farmer's Market is amazing. I especially love the summer market. You are inspiration.
Posted by: Nicole | May 11, 2008 at 11:03 PM
I love it and I can't wait to get my fingers in it:-)It's fantastic.
Posted by: Marie-Louise | May 11, 2008 at 11:31 PM
OMGoodness, it's is DELISH!!! Totally in love with it, now to get my little hands on it.
Posted by: marlo | May 12, 2008 at 12:04 AM
I literally giggled when I saw these pictures up on flickr earlier. Really, these are so fun. I am beyond excited to get my hands on some! (I am not even going to mention the patters! GAH!! I know what I want for my upcoming birthday!)
Posted by: Nicole | May 12, 2008 at 01:02 AM
Wow, I really love the colours in this range... Can't wait for it to reach Australian shores, looking forward to seeing what you make with it.
Posted by: Pennie | May 12, 2008 at 01:30 AM
I love it!! Can't wait to create with it. :)
Posted by: Becca | May 12, 2008 at 03:46 AM
ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!!! I want it all....Hurry....can't wait to see your project inspiration. Well done.
Posted by: Jennifer Probasco | May 12, 2008 at 03:55 AM
Sandi! Look at you go, superstar! I love it. Love the feeling, the inspiration behind it. And no, I don't think that's too much thinking for a fabric line at all. Just wait till I do one inspired by my chilhood home- for real!
Love the names of the colorways and how they work with the name of the line. Gorgeous designs, Sandi!
It was lovely chatting with you yesterday- we are going to have such a great time this week!!
xo, m
Posted by: melissa@yummygoods | May 12, 2008 at 03:55 AM
These fabrics are BEYOND gorgeous. You are so very, very talented. Thanks for another great line of fabric!
Posted by: Alice S | May 12, 2008 at 04:00 AM
Absolutely DELICIOUS!!! Can't wait until it's in stores and I can see it and touch it in person.
Posted by: Stephanie | May 12, 2008 at 04:06 AM
Congratulations Sandi! It's beautiful!
Posted by: lorri | May 12, 2008 at 04:07 AM
Sandi, you outdid yourself! It is all gorgeous! Thanks for the peek!
Posted by: stephanie | May 12, 2008 at 04:45 AM
Beautiful new colors. Everything is just so yummy. Congrats on your new collection.
Posted by: Lisa | May 12, 2008 at 04:57 AM
Oooh, this is so lovely. I love all the colorways. So pretty.
Those pants are adorable too... I can't wait for your patterns to be available. This is the summer of matching clothes for my girls! :-)
Posted by: Ginger | May 12, 2008 at 05:04 AM
LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!
You are so talented, i can't stand it! Can't wait to see your patterns too!!!
Annie
Posted by: Annie C | May 12, 2008 at 05:24 AM
Omgoodness girl! I'm going to go broke....Love the new line and all the fabric combination possibilities!
Posted by: Andre'a | May 12, 2008 at 05:33 AM
I cannot wait.
Posted by: Mama Urchin | May 12, 2008 at 05:34 AM
Just gorgeous. I'm so excited for you!
Posted by: Audrey | May 12, 2008 at 05:39 AM
Fabulous! Have a terrific time at market!
Posted by: Randi | May 12, 2008 at 06:09 AM
Absolutley gorgeous and delicious looking. you are amazing!!
Posted by: Ramona | May 12, 2008 at 06:14 AM
Sandi, I am just blown away. W-O-W!!
Posted by: Mary | May 12, 2008 at 06:23 AM
It all looks so good. I am going to have to start saving some major money now because I want it all!!!! (How can you pick a favorite it is IMPOSSIBLE for me!)
Posted by: Stefanie | May 12, 2008 at 06:31 AM
LOVE!!! Must be bliss for you too! You have outdone yourself, I love the entire line, WOW...
Posted by: Kay Snyder | May 12, 2008 at 06:35 AM
Wow - what a great line. I can't wait to get my hands on some! Congratulations.
Posted by: Miss Sassy | May 12, 2008 at 07:10 AM
I love the color range and selection - Way to go! I can't wait to make lots of goodies with this line.
Posted by: Terriaw | May 12, 2008 at 07:11 AM