Yes, the day has arrived and in just a couple of hours I will once again be off to Novi, Michigan to compete in the American Sewing Expo's Passion For Fashion contest. Pictured below is the garment I created last year. It's a little surreal to think that it is now on the cover of 1000 brochures. Just incredible and truly an honor!
If I'm honest though, I must admit that I'm nervous. I once had a 747 captain, who had thousands of flight hours under his belt tell me that "fear is a good thing. Worry when you aren't at least a little nervous. Complacency will kill you every time." Yes, it is good to be a little nervous, used well, it can propel us forward. I can use any and all good thoughts that you can send my way. I will try to blog my process over the next few days, just so you can see how it's going. Thanks so much for all of the support so many of you send my way on a regular basis. No one moves forward all on their own, so any success I may have is in part due to you. Your encouragement is like fuel for my creative engine :)
Rhonda
Rhonda,
ReplyDeleteI'm wishing you all the luck in the world. I know that you have it in you...and I believe that the creative energy will come pouring out just as you need it!
Laura
How EXCITING!!!! Is that you in that gorgeous outfit? I would be a nervous wreck, so I should, for sure, win, huh? Best wishes. I love to attend things like that, but hate to fly. Yikes! Guess I shouldn't say that to a pilot. Of course, my extreme dislike is due to the airports and the constant confusion, late or non-arrivals, crowds, sardine seating, etc.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Joy
As always, you'll knock it out of the park! Looking forward to saying hi on Sat, and cheering you on at the Fashion Show :-)!
ReplyDeleteWishing you all LUCK!!! I just know you will do well. Fingers crossed here in Texas.
ReplyDeleteRhonda, that pilot was a smart guy. A healthy dose of 'nervous', or concern if you will, keeps you on your toes! Have fun, I know you will do very well in the competition. Congrats on having your creation on the brochure, it's beautiful!
ReplyDeleteAwe Rhonda i'm sure you will do well! You are an excellent seamstress and so creative! Just let those wheel in your head start rolling and i'm sure you will put out something beautiful!! I wish you the best! You should really have your own pattern line!
ReplyDeleteGood luck I am sure you will be fantastic
ReplyDeleteThis may appear twice but good luck and giving you the best wishes I am sure you will be fine.
ReplyDeleteIt's got to be a little nerve wracking going into the event "defending your title", but just remember that you do this for the joy of it, and you are sharing your gift with the world, well at least with this corner of the world!
ReplyDeleteJust enjoy it Rhonda. The success is already a given - you made it there!
ReplyDeleteGood thoughts being sent anyway.
You're a powerhouse! You have the talent, and then you put the wheels in motion to make things happen. Most of us don't have that combo - love to see you go for it!!!
ReplyDeleteOh Rhonda! I wish you good luck with all my heart. I want to share something with you as I feel you are a kindred spirit. After 10 years of retirement, I've just realized a sewing dream. I've found three women who are as passionate about sewing as I am, and I've started teaching them. The response is overwhelmingly enthusiastic. and I'm so happy, it's crazy.They want me to take them as far as I can in our craft! Music to my ears!!!! I just thought I'd share my small success.
ReplyDeleteGood luck, Rhonda! Have fun with it!
ReplyDeleteBest wishes! Have a great time. Looking to hear about it.
ReplyDeleteGood vibes coming your way. Good luck and have fun!
ReplyDeleteI wish you the best, Rhonda, but you are ready and capbable and will win! I am looking forward to your posts. Sending a big hug for good luck(((hugs)))
ReplyDeleteOh, dear Rhonda! This is so great! I wish you all the luck and lots of fun from my heart. Do not worry, you are very talented on sewing and clothing design ... You'll be great! And this whole community that we consider your friends, we applaud from our house, all your achievements. Kisses, dear friend.
ReplyDeleteSending positive vibes...and can't wait to read about your experience. Good Luck!
ReplyDeleteRhonda. I'm sending you lots of Australian good luck. Have a ball too.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the days - and put those butterflies to great use! Just be your usual brilliant creative self ... J
ReplyDeleteRhonda, you are such a cleaver, creative person..... you WILL do it. Good luck from New Zealand.
ReplyDeleteCathy White
Oh,i am so happy for you to see your creation on the cover,i remember how i was proud next year to see mine in a show in Rouen(Normandy).It is a lot of "adrenaline" like a child at the end of a school year!
ReplyDeleteThanks for your message about my health,i feel better and can go outside whithout thinking of people eye on me.I can read,sew,drive,and the life is beatifull.The web friends help me to go up and i enjoy it.Far friends,but so present!
Kisses from France
Oh wow .... I will skip ahead to see just how much you did enjoy yourself, butterflies n all.
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