Since my last post, I have joined the ranks of the 30 year olds! I can fully say that I am quite happy with this change and for several reasons:
1) I am proud of my husband.
2) I love my husband.
3) My kiddos are cool, loud and funny.
4) I love my business and my customers. (you guys so totally rock!)
5) I weigh less than I did in high school. (what's not to LOVE about that?!)
So all in all, I'm quite happy with the state of things. I had a great birthday, splashed with homemade cards and cupcakes. Dustin made me coconut cupcakes with chocolate cream cheese frosting. From scratch. He's a keeper that one.
He also made me this:
It's fabulous, huh?
Since the start of my business, I've shuffled it from one room to the other, wherever there was space at the time. Now I am getting a full floor of the house all to myself. It's glorious... my first request was a HUGE worktable. Big enough to spread out patterns, strike offs (on the table right now!) sewing projects, and orders. In fact, it's big enough to hold a couple of those projects at once.
He's probably not going to be pleased with me showing it as is, because it isn't quite finished. A little more trim to the bottom, but I couldn't resist. I'm so thrilled with it! When the entire space is finished, I'll share.
The ends are super fab, as they are bookshelves with glass sliding doors. Here, lookie:
*Sigh*
In other news-our local uber cool fabric spot hosts a local fashion competition each year. They describe it as "think of Project Runway, but with less drama." They have asked me to be a judge this year and I think I might have actually jumped up and down when I said yes. It starts tonight! They actually have contestants from all over that travel to Missoula for the event. So if you're in the vicinity, come say hi! Here is the list of dates.
We're working together to offer some classes also, so I'll let you know the dates of those once they are finalized too.
I'm off, hope you all have a fabulous weekend!
xo-
Sandi
Happy Birthday! I too just turned thirty and have found it a colorful, comfortable space- much like your lovely new work room! Thank you for continuing to fill our world with your cheery designs!
Posted by: Leigh Ann Tennant | March 06, 2010 at 09:55 AM
Your new workspace looks lovely! Happy 30th! I'm joining the 30 club today too, and like your term "Flirty Thirty" :)
Posted by: Genevieve Gail | March 06, 2010 at 10:27 AM
Well now, we share a birthday - a good day for me and I hope it was for you, too!
The work table is awesome - you are a lucky girl for sure!
Keep up the good work - I love your fabrics!
Posted by: Nancy Saller | March 06, 2010 at 01:10 PM
I turn 40 one week from today. Sigh. I remember 30. I looked forward to turning 30. It seemed so grown up. Now 40 seems old.
Posted by: April | March 06, 2010 at 05:26 PM
Oh goodness, that means you're MY age. And you have all these great fabric lines...?
Posted by: Kat | March 06, 2010 at 06:13 PM
Happy Birthday Sandi! Your new workspace is so pretty. Your work table is fabulous! I am green with jealousy. But you so deserve your lovely room. I can't wait to see what designs come out of this pretty space.
Posted by: Sivje Parish | March 06, 2010 at 06:44 PM
Okay only 30?! Oy, I remember when. Our birthday present is fabulous. He should be very proud of this. You? Happy, Happy. Enjoy this decade. I'm one ahead of you. I liked 30 I was busy raising babies. Congrats on this new adventure.
Posted by: Jennifer Tyler | March 06, 2010 at 07:12 PM
Happy Birthday! Welcome to the thirties! I'm about to be 36 in less than 2 weeks and sometimes I still feel 16, other times...46.
What a GORGEOUS work space! So pretty and organized! Congrats and have fun, there's even room to dance!
I realize I used lots of exclamation points, I'm just excited for you! :)
Posted by: angel | March 06, 2010 at 10:40 PM
Loving that table!!!!!
Did you know you were mentioned in Real Simple magazine this month?? You were! You're a "Cozy Casual" inspiration...and I have to say, I'm a fan! I'll definitely be back. *grin*
Happy birthday!
Posted by: Aunt LoLo | March 07, 2010 at 04:35 AM
Glad you had a great birthday! Love the new table and can't wait to see the room.
Posted by: pam | March 07, 2010 at 07:53 AM
Fab work/cutting table! Would you share dimensions with me? We will be building retirement home in the coming year and I would like to put in a request for a table (somewhat) equally fabulous. Have enjoyed discovering your blog today. Reminds me of the Frugal Girl who also does her own photography. Thanks! Patti
Posted by: Patti Williams | March 07, 2010 at 11:02 AM
OMG! I thought you were 29 this year...obviously! :) Your Dad can't believe I messed that up...
Well, Happy 30th! Great workspace, beautiful!
Hope to see you soon!
Posted by: Tammy | March 07, 2010 at 09:08 PM
Happy Birthday!! I think you will find the 30's to be a pretty great decade. The work table is outstanding. I am jealous of the talent that went into constructing such a lovely piece!
Posted by: mo | March 07, 2010 at 10:58 PM
Oh girl! If that's thirty, count me in! My 28th b-day is in June, but I think I could skip a couple of years :)
Posted by: Laurel | March 08, 2010 at 07:15 AM
So envious of your new workspace...! Happy birthday :)
Posted by: Lauren | March 08, 2010 at 08:11 AM
Happy Birthday Sandi! Such a fantastic table-- what a guy! Have a wonderful year-- you are going to love your 30's....sounds like you already know that! hugs- Simone
Posted by: Simone Howell | March 08, 2010 at 08:51 AM
LOL-I thought that was pretty funny.
Thank you so much for the card - it was the coolest card Ive ever received! The second best would have to be the sleeping beauty one from a few years back though. And thank you for the $$ too - it is probably going to go towards new clothes. I keep meaning to call and say thank you in person - I seem to be the suckiest person at that lately.
Give my little sister a squeeze for me!
SAndi
Posted by: Sandi Henderson | March 08, 2010 at 09:01 AM
You are such a lucky 30 year old! Mainly to have so much going for you at such a young age.
Posted by: min | March 08, 2010 at 10:46 PM
Happy Birthday! I missed a few days and sure it had to be the most important one! Anyway, your studio is absolutely fabulous! Looking forward to the new website also!
Posted by: dawn | March 09, 2010 at 06:25 AM
I love you and your work, Sandi! You are an inspiration! Keep up the good work.
Posted by: Angela McKellar | March 09, 2010 at 07:26 AM
Gorgeous table!! Lucky girl!
Happy birthday! And I had no idea we were the same age, there are just so many of us that turned (or are turning) 30 this year! ...now if I could even be close to what I weighted in high school, i'd be a happy girl. ;)
Posted by: Christina | March 10, 2010 at 04:56 PM
Happy Birthday! Love the worktable.
Posted by: gena | March 11, 2010 at 10:20 AM
Happy Belated birthday. What a lovely work area. I'm doing to convert my spare room into an office I just don't know where to start. Your space may give me some good tips. : )
Posted by: Nathalie | March 15, 2010 at 02:19 PM
Hapyy birthday!!!! a little late!!! I must say I LOVE THIS ROOM!!!
Posted by: Nuria | March 20, 2010 at 12:38 PM
You sound so happy and contended. God bless you more.
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