Is it time for a little show on my book? I think so..
How about a freebie from the book? The Saturday Market Skirt. The timing for the project to be making it's way out into the world as a sampler for the book is amusing to me. I designed it almost a year ago, when we were still living in Idaho. I sat there thinking of summer Saturday's in Missoula and how much I loved them. The entire day-going to the farmers market, then walking around downtown. Maybe over to river for a picnic. Just lovely Saturdays, spent with friends and family.
I worked on it outside, enjoying the rays of sun on my feet, remembering those good times.
And here we are, I am finally getting to share the project with you and we are here, in Missoula again. I had no idea that by the time the book would be published we would be living in Montana again. And as I sit here writing this, the skirt is hanging in my closet and I am glancing out the window at the grass that is sneakily starting to turn green. Spring and summer are on their way, and I can spend my Saturday's in the town that inspired the skirt. How do you spend your Saturday's where you live? I hope you have happy traditions, maybe one that would require a fun, eclectic patchy skirt?
You can download the pattern from the sidebar in the "Free Projects" section. (I'm working on changing things around a bit-the Free Projects are right under the "shop pattern" link.)
We'll be offering signed copies of the book on our new website (it's coming along so great!) and for now, it's available for pre-order on Amazon.
The book has not 15, not 20, not even 30 - but THIRTY FIVE projects in it. For about SRP of $16.99. These aren't filler projects either, nope. It's chock full of quilts, clothing, hair accessories, toys, a super cute pincushion.. I am really pleased with how the book has turned out and I can wait for you to see it!
I think I mentioned before that I did the photography for the book? Weelll, all except for the photos that Dustin took of ME for the book. Talk about intimidating. He did a great job - cracking jokes the whole time to make me laugh.
So there you have it-my big book unveil. I really can't wait for it to become available and start seeing the projects you guys make from it! I've started a flickr group for the book, so start sharing as soon as you get going! (Did I mention that the Saturday Market Skirt includes sizes for adults and children?)
Enjoy-
Sandi
oh how wonderful - I absolutely love your patterns so I know the book is going to be amazing!!
Posted by: Amber | March 17, 2010 at 11:35 AM
Wow! I'm so excited for your book. Thank you! Thank you! for the free skirt pattern. It makes me happy just looking at it. I would love to make a matching skirt for my daughter and I. Congratulations on all of your success!
Posted by: Alice S | March 17, 2010 at 11:43 AM
I adore all of your patterns, truly lovely.
Posted by: Brooke | March 17, 2010 at 11:44 AM
How exciting!!! I love the idea of making stuff from scraps! So, where can I get my hands on one of these books?
Posted by: Lynette Loveridge | March 17, 2010 at 11:52 AM
Congratulations on your book! I peek in on your blog whenever you update and LOVE that you have links to all those great fabric designers (very helpful). Anyhow, I'm excited for your book to come out. It looks like a wonderful book to add to my collection of inspirational sewing books. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Lizzie Lamm | March 17, 2010 at 12:02 PM
I looks beautiful Sandi! I'm super excited for you.
Posted by: Angel/TaDa! Creations | March 17, 2010 at 12:02 PM
Your book looks fantastic, and I love that headband in there. Is the pattern for the shirt( the girl in the market skirt) in the book also? It's really pretty.
Posted by: Jennifer | March 17, 2010 at 12:10 PM
So excited for this book...I've had it on my wishlist at Amazon for such a long time! Thanks so much for the free pattern as well! I wish I lived in a cooler climate so I could enjoy the outdoors more during the summer...but since it's so hot (120's are pretty typical here in southern Nevada)...I simply enjoy the kids not having a schedule...and sewing inside!
Posted by: sherri | March 17, 2010 at 12:13 PM
How exciting...it looks fabulous!
Posted by: Kristin | March 17, 2010 at 12:26 PM
Congratulations--so excited for you! I think I need a Saturday skirt this spring. :)
Posted by: Audrey | March 17, 2010 at 12:31 PM
You are incredible! Can't wait to get my hands on that book. What an exciting adventure for you! Congratulations.
Posted by: Stef | March 17, 2010 at 12:31 PM
Congrats! It looks fantastic, can't wait to see it in person.
Posted by: Alyson | March 17, 2010 at 12:34 PM
Congratulations! Looks like a great book!
Posted by: Wendy | March 17, 2010 at 12:51 PM
I am so excited! Congratulations!
Posted by: Coni | March 17, 2010 at 12:55 PM
You are awesome!! Thanks for the download! I have been waiting for what seems like close to forever for your book to come out. Congratulations!!
Posted by: gina f. | March 17, 2010 at 01:06 PM
Congratulations! The power of positive thinking and dreaming becomes reality! What a fantastic, happy, beautiful post. I'm excited to read/use your book!
Posted by: angel | March 17, 2010 at 01:07 PM
Looks beautiful! What an accomplishment--you do it all. Must be so rewarding.
My big question is--when do you get to unveil new patterns for girls!?? I am so dying for them since you mentioned them with the launch of Meadowsweet. Give us a hint if you can! I'm gearing up for spring and summer sewing and want to use Meadowsweet-- I may use the Claire...but would love to see the new options coming...
Thanks for the inspiration.
Posted by: Anneliese S | March 17, 2010 at 01:13 PM
CONGRATS Sandi! The book look beautiful! As do you! And really...16.99 for a book of 35 projects?? That is SMART! Love it! you go, girl!!
Posted by: Simone Howell | March 17, 2010 at 01:24 PM
Congratulations! I am in love with your fabrics and very excited about your book! Thank you SO MUCH for offering up this skirt as a free project! I have a few other projects to finish before I allow myself to start a new one, but your lovely skirt is now on my list. :)
Posted by: Amber | March 17, 2010 at 01:27 PM
I will show them soon! Ive tried to be careful about it this time and not show to much until they are HERE because it was a little overwhelming with the requests we had last time from people wanting them when we didnt have them yet. It will be very soon-youll see them when my new site goes live, most likely in 3 weeks.
Sandi
Posted by: Sandi Henderson | March 17, 2010 at 01:36 PM
Thank you very much for the free pattern! Your book has been on my Amazon wish list for awhile now! I hope you get the petal skirt and the strawberry skirt for sale soon also! You were lovely on the skirt pattern, but you really look great having lost some weight!
Posted by: Carrie | March 17, 2010 at 01:42 PM
Bwah! Look at that pin cushion! Crazy cute!
Posted by: Mary Claire | March 17, 2010 at 03:00 PM
Congratulations! I can't wait to get my hands on this book!! :)
Posted by: Stephanie | March 17, 2010 at 03:15 PM
Are the books for sale through a vendor to sale retail at local shops????? We would love to carry it!!! Us Montana people have to stick together! Raffia Billing Mt
Posted by: lori | March 17, 2010 at 03:31 PM
Congratulations! It's gorgeous! Can't wait to get my own copy!
Thanks heaps for the skirt pattern! WILL make one!
Laurie
xx
Posted by: Laurie | March 17, 2010 at 03:57 PM