Boxes are being packed, things are getting ticked off the list and it is all starting to get a wee bit exciting. A week from tomorrow I'll be setting up my stall...
I can't help but think back to last year , I had no idea what I was in for at all.
(pocket -bot kits complete with little windows so you can choose your own colour- I love packaging)
You know, it occurred to me that there is one big change this year - I feel less like a "fraud" than I did last year. It was the invitation to join Stitches and Craft last year that set me off on this whole pattern-writing thing.......and now, even though writing patterns is not my favourite thing in the world to do, I feel like I am getting OK at it...like no-one is going to point and laugh and say "OMG what are you doing here?" - "what is this crap?"
Does that make sense?
At this point it about 50/50 excitement and stress (good stress) but as time moves on the excitement will take over for sure. And of course, because I am so busy , the old brain is once again having trouble shutting off and I am being haunted by a new softie and fun tutorial...and of course Milligan is still waiting patiently...
and after the show......yes I'm sure you guys are getting sick of all this show talk - well, there's Sew- it-Together, followed by a weekend at Sewjourn.....
Beware exploding heads!!
(pocket -bot kits complete with little windows so you can choose your own colour- I love packaging)You know, it occurred to me that there is one big change this year - I feel less like a "fraud" than I did last year. It was the invitation to join Stitches and Craft last year that set me off on this whole pattern-writing thing.......and now, even though writing patterns is not my favourite thing in the world to do, I feel like I am getting OK at it...like no-one is going to point and laugh and say "OMG what are you doing here?" - "what is this crap?"
Does that make sense?
At this point it about 50/50 excitement and stress (good stress) but as time moves on the excitement will take over for sure. And of course, because I am so busy , the old brain is once again having trouble shutting off and I am being haunted by a new softie and fun tutorial...and of course Milligan is still waiting patiently...and after the show......yes I'm sure you guys are getting sick of all this show talk - well, there's Sew- it-Together, followed by a weekend at Sewjourn.....
Beware exploding heads!!
And that's just beside the day job and being a mum!!! Hmm, you need to be cloned Jodie!
ReplyDeleteSew much to do... sew little time...!
At least your stuff is fab and not er, sew-sew... ok I'll stop now.
how exciting! i can hear the thrill in your types!
ReplyDeleteOh, I get it OK! My brain is going a million miles an hour these days, and even after making the same boring two bags for 2 years, I'm finally making some new styles, just three weeks away from a market. What the heck?!?
ReplyDeleteYou're a superstar, Jodie, and a really lovely one at that. I'm sorry I won't get to the show this year to see you again, but maybe one day soon!
I am so buying one of those kits - save a really good one for me OK? Can't wait to see you!
ReplyDeleteGood luck Jod! Say hello to my mum on Thursday at the show ... Everything is looking fantastic
ReplyDeleteWell i'm just plain jealous now as our Stitches & Craft in Canberra should have finished yesterday but it was cancelled, poo, bum, sulk.
ReplyDeleteThat said, i'm totally excited for you especially with your new found street cred (like you didn't always have it anyway!!) Love Posie
You're really not doing too badly for an old girl ! Cannot wait till you're so excited your head explodes !(all this is being said in a caring way though )
ReplyDeleteBetter an exploding head than mind numbingly boring! Good Luck Jod!
ReplyDeleteThose kits look great! It's all getting so close, so looking forward to visiting you at the S&C show, and Sew it Together is going to be fantastic! Sewjourn sounds like a lovely way to round everything out at the end.
ReplyDeleteJod - now you must just go and have the very best time - you will blow everyone away with your gorgeous kits..
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Definitely not bored by your talk. Just very excited for you! I know a bit how you feel, leaving for the US in 4 days (vacation - no show).
ReplyDeleteHave a lot of fun and people will LOVE your stall. Too bad I can't come and visit you!
I feel the excitement and wish I could be there!
ReplyDeleteBest of luck with the final preparations!!
ReplyDeleteSo much excitement and so much to do - just remember to eat and sleep as well! Locket xxx
ReplyDeletei second that Jodie good luck with all the finishing touches xx
ReplyDeletehonestly, even without the pattern writing thing, you're be a great asset to the show, what with the fabulous tutorials, incredibly creative ideas and brilliant story telling. I certainly don't see a fraud!
ReplyDeleteWay to go...I love counting sleeps, pity we don't sleep when our minds are going non-stop. Maybe we should re-name that?? I am feeling the excitement thru you :-)
ReplyDeleteLoving those boxes, how snazzy. It must be a great feeling going into the next few weeks with a lot more experience under your belt, and a sense of what to expect. Your work is so appealing, unexpected, colourful & charming that I'm sure it, & you, will again be a big hit. Have fun honey, I hope to see you at one of the three events, happy days Jod! xo
ReplyDeletei am SO JELOUS you have those exciting things to do after! How totally radically cool!
ReplyDeleteSee you soon!
Sarah
You are SO the real thing. I wish I was a thirty-twoth the 'fraud' you are. Talent not the only requirement, hard work has a lot to do with it and you have been working VERY hard. I hope you enjoy every minute.
ReplyDeleteHave you a list for yourself for show days? Food, water, plasters!
That packaging is so good, makes me want cake. And to go the show. I keep telling my physicist friend to get a move on inventing a Transporter for me.
BTW did you and Milligan get that SandraBoynton link I emailed you?
Cheers,
AJ
By the looks of your preparations, you give a very good impression of calm unflustered organisation :o)
ReplyDeleteAs you know I was planning to be there this time but first the silly ash cloud and now, of course, all the flights are solidly booked with ash-cloud-delayed Aussies desperate to get home.....if it weren't for all that I really would have been there.....honest...tsk, maybe next time...
Good luck boss and I hope you can retire on your profits!
xxx
Your packaging looks amazing. Such a good idea to have the little peephole. I wish you luck from the other side of the World but, from what everybody says above, I don't think you really need it.
ReplyDeleteHow excitement! You, my friend, are the real deal! Nothing fraudulent about you.
ReplyDeleteThose packages look great, and did I spy some purple felt? Pretty please save a purple package for me.
I hope you aren't completely shattered by the time SIT rolls around, I can't wait!
Have fun at the show - I hope you have enough stock to keep everyone happy! :-)
You are so NOT a fraud, you, my dear lady, are the real deal. And we all admire your work and wish we could go to your show, dangit!
ReplyDeleteIt's going to be great and I can't wait to hear all about it. You've worked so hard and I know it's going to pay off for you!
I love Milligan. I want to see him in all his duck-billed glory!
Well, life is sure not to be boring!!! Try to rest!
ReplyDeleteI just got back from 3 days at Sewjourn.
ReplyDeleteIt was just the best!
(By the way, did that parcel ever arrive?)
A touch of anxiety seems to be a common trait amongst sewers. I'm sure you'll have a ball!
ReplyDeleteMy goodness, you're organised!
ReplyDeleteI'm just a little bit panic-struck here. Just kind of hoping that some sort of miracle occurs to make me organised in time for the show!
I love your peek a boo window packaging! I'm having a packaging crisis myself at the moment - what do to???
ReplyDeleteSee you in 9 sleeps.
the boxes look gorgeous, and well I'm so excited so I can't imagine how you must be.
ReplyDeleteI love the monster there too, it hurts my heart. Will he be making an appearance at the show.
Ps I'll be there on Wednesday and then either thursday or fri.
xo
Your packaging is awesome! Tell your brain from me to calm down.
ReplyDeleteJod, please don't explode. I like you the way you are - all in one piece and stuff. Hey, can you please tell me where i can buy tickets to Stitches? I can't see any info about that on the website. Am I just blind?
ReplyDeleteWell of course bots are wonderful, but don't forget to take LOTS of dolly patterns, and as many samples as you can manage so people can see how adorable they are. And elephants, and turtles, and mice, and hedgehogs - oh, you are clever, Jodie! By next year's show maybe our favorite librarian will have her own book out; stories, patterns, and a tea party!
ReplyDeleteoooh... loving the packaging. Can't wait to see it all in person next week!
ReplyDeleteHope you save some for those of us who can't make it to Melbourne!
ReplyDeleteThe kits look fantastic - please let me know when you list some in your etsy shop.
I NEED to give some of them a home!!!
oh it all looks lovely! so wish I was going but I'm not allowed to go by chief babysitter who is working every weekend looking after my lovelies
ReplyDeleteso you better come to sydney S&C!!!! but I will see you at sew it together!
Corrie:)
I so love that you're quite happy to admit how you are really feeling on the inside. Those kits look wonderful all together too. See you at stitches!
ReplyDeleteYou look very organised and what excitement!! Wish I was going
ReplyDeleteHi Jodie, I am discovering how productive you crafty type people are. How do you get your act together? Between kids, jobs, and relality TV i get bugger all done, so I will have to come and bask in your glory at the Craft Show. Have fun! Phillippa
ReplyDeleteIt spins me out that YOU would remotely question your validity to be included in a show like Stitches and Craft. I think you are the most original, entertaining, fantastic and inspirational crafter in blogland. xo
ReplyDeleteYippee! Can't wait to hang out next week! See you then!
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I just discovered your blog and I think it's the cutest ever, I love it! Please stop by slipstitches anytime.
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