Sewbussted's Material Witness, A Very Special Episode

I have enjoyed each and every person that I have had the opportunity to interview, but this one has deeply touched my heart. Rather than giving away the story, I will just ask that you watch. It is truly a story of how when you think you have hit rock bottom, there is still hope, and dreams can come true. 

  

Be sure to check out Motif Sneakers on Instagram.
If by chance you are in Chicago, and plan to attend the One of a Kind Show at the Merchandise Mart, December 6-9, 2018, go by booth 7117 and say to hello to Yohannes. I know he will love meeting you!  

Sewbussted's Material Witness and The Mahogany Stylist

Once I decided to go after my dream of doing video interviews, I quickly realized that there is a wealth of amazing talent right here in Chicago. 

If you don't know The Mahogany Stylist, and even if you do, I think you will enjoy getting to know her beyond the pictures. She's a wonderfully talented woman who loves to share her passion of sewing.

Her style ranges from classic and refined, 

 

To hip and fun!

My goal in doing the video was to give you a dual format, you actually get to experience the essence of who the person is by seeing them speak, but you may also just listen. After I did the interview, I played it back while I was driving home. Don't worry, I didn't watch!!!, I just listened. I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed just listening. So, if you have time to watch, great, but if not, just put it on while you are sewing and enjoy the conversation.  

Cennetta has been blogging for quite some time so I thought you would enjoy hearing about her journey, and if you are contemplating a new blog, I also thought her story would be quite inspiring. Enjoy!



Be sure to check out Cennetta's blog, The Mahogany Stylist. I know you'll be inspired by all she does.

A little side note about our flight, it didn't happen. As I was checking the engine prior to take-off, I heard something that concerned me, and I saw that there was a slight negative charge on the amp meter. Since I've experienced an electrical failure in the past, I know the signs and I opted to cancel the flight. Disappointing, but as I told Cennetta, we live to see another day :)

Sewbussted's Material Witness, Episode 4/ Ellen March Editor of Sew News

When I was in Denver, I had the wonderful opportunity to interview Ellen March, editor of Sew News magazine and as you'll find out...so much more! 

Her story is one of determination and perseverance. I think you are going to love meeting her! And...she has a VERY funny story to share ;)

  

In the video, Ellen shared that they are looking for contributors for Sew News and Creative Machine Embroidery. If you would like to be considered for an article, send your ideas to;
sewingeditorial@gmail.com

In the subject line, "Add Me To Editorial Calls."

Send:
*Your Full Name
*Email Address 

If you have a project idea or query, you will use the same address. Just keep in mind that they work 6 months in advance, so it's not a great idea to send Christmas project ideas around Christmas time. In December, the team is working on the summer issues. 

Now, if you've stayed to this point, I have another exciting bit of news...Ellen has agreed to give 1 lucky winner a year's subscription to Sew News magazine!!!!! WooHoo!!!

If you would like a chance to win, you must have a U.S. mailing address. Leave a message on this post by midnight March 9, 2017, and I will draw the name of the lucky winner next Friday, March 10, 2017. 

If you would like to go ahead and subscribe to the magazine, you can so so HERE.

Good Luck, and I hope you've enjoyed this edition of Sewbussted's Material Witness :)
Rhonda