I am a big dreamer…. and I dream big! but I think that is okay isn't it? My problem is that I can dream big things but then I procrastinate and lose confidence that I would ever be capable of realising those dreams..and so I leave them floating…and find other things to delay their realisation..
Walt Disney said:
All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.
So its courage and confidence I have searched for to pursue my long time dream of:
yes yes yes…. my very own fabric…It has been a long time in coming, I know, there were so many other dreams, plans and obstacles (the main one being me) that got in the way of this… If I was going to do it I wanted to do it my way… baby steps, learning the process, teaching myself every step of the way – to the final point – my name on a selvedge!
Strike offs have arrived, a few minor colour changes and I will be so excited to show you all at Spring Market in Kansas when it is released…for now I have been given permission to let you in on my little secret…just a small range to start with (believe me once I finally started I could have just kept going)… I do hope you will all love it!
so, there is so much to do…. patterns to design, make and write, a booth to design and prepare, Schoolhouse and Take and Teach kits to prepare, this is all very exciting but scary at the same time…. and I am dreaming about it every night!
I need to keep reminding myself of Joy Page’s words:
‘Dream and give yourself permission to envision a You that you choose to be.’
jumping up and down with excitement hugs today as I can finally show you..
Helen
congratulations your fabric looks delish
Posted by: Erika | February 27, 2012 at 02:31 AM
OMG! Helen, what a great event in your designer life. I absolutely cannot wait to see the fabrics "up close and personal" and, of course, the patterns you have designed to complement the fabrics. Oh, I see much "Helen" fabric and patterns in my future! Hope to see you soon! Hugs, as you say! When will your fabric and patterns be availabe in the USA? Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Joan | February 23, 2012 at 03:30 PM
How wonderful Helen ... it is one of my dreams also....I already have the fabrics designed, just need a publisher! I am so happy for you and can't wait to see your beautiful fabric in real life. Hugs and Kisses fabric and stitching - what a fabulous combination!
Posted by: Jane Monk | February 19, 2012 at 07:15 PM
DREAMS really do come true. your on your way, keep those dreams.
Posted by: Bobbi Nelson | February 19, 2012 at 03:34 AM
Congratulations Helen! The fabrics look gorgeous and so very much Helen!!! I can't wait to see the whole line.
Posted by: Anne Elias | February 17, 2012 at 11:35 PM
Congratulations Helen, can't wait it see it!
Posted by: Angela | February 17, 2012 at 04:36 PM
How exciting for you. Congratulations!!
Posted by: kaholly | February 17, 2012 at 12:52 PM
To: DREAM From: FUN
Congrats! can't wait to see the entire line.
Posted by: Susie L | February 17, 2012 at 08:36 AM
Congratulations on your fabric line, that is really amazing. Love the preview.
Posted by: marina | February 17, 2012 at 08:26 AM
Congratulations!!!! I am so excited for you and for us. My daughter leaves for your part of the world tomorrow!
Posted by: Cheryl | February 17, 2012 at 07:40 AM
Congratulations - what a wonderful next step!
Posted by: susan | February 16, 2012 at 10:09 PM
Congratulations! The peeks are exciting and I can't wait to see the whole line.
Posted by: Michele | February 16, 2012 at 09:42 PM
Fantastic Helen...what a dream come true for you! Hugs Dawn x
Posted by: Dawn | February 16, 2012 at 09:05 PM
Congratulations Helen that's incredibly exciting for you!!
Hugs,
Joy :o)
Posted by: Joy :o) | February 16, 2012 at 08:53 PM
Congratulations! Looking forward to seeing them in "real life"!!
Posted by: Suzan | February 16, 2012 at 07:53 PM
That´s absolutely wonderful and we´re all happy with you! Looking forward to your lovely fabrics and wishing you more joy in your work, if such is even possible. :o)
Hugs from Germany,
Bobbi
Posted by: Bobbi | February 16, 2012 at 07:43 PM
Wow! Your very own fabric. It looks great. Can't wait to see them in shops here in The Netherlands. Enjoy your glory. You deserve it!
Posted by: Heleen Groot | February 16, 2012 at 06:45 PM
How exciting Helen!! Love the look of all the fabrics already! when will they be available here in Australia??? Very exciting ... long may you continue to dream big dreams!! See ... they do come true!!
Posted by: Fiona | February 16, 2012 at 06:03 PM
Congrats. Well done. I look forward to your fabric collection hitting the shops in the UK.
Posted by: Lucie the Happy Quilter | February 16, 2012 at 05:26 PM
Congratulations... it looks fantastic...
Hugz
Posted by: Fiona | February 16, 2012 at 04:55 PM
That is TOTALLY awsome Helen : o )
Posted by: Sarah | February 16, 2012 at 04:02 PM
I'm so happy for you Helen! We all have dreams, but most of us don't see them realized. You're one of the fortunate ones. Maybe I'll get to meet you at market. If my plans work out, I hope to be there helping in someone's booth. All the best.
Posted by: Linda H. | February 16, 2012 at 03:51 PM
Congratulations. Looking forward to seeing the entire line and the patterns that your write for it...well done xx
Posted by: Sharon | February 16, 2012 at 02:55 PM
Good for you! What a thrill!
Posted by: Joan | February 16, 2012 at 01:43 PM
Congratulations Helen! I'm so glad the secret is out, don't think my lips could've stayed sealed for much longer!!
HUgs
Jo
Posted by: Jo | February 16, 2012 at 01:36 PM
Congratulations!!!! Love the colours & design. Look forward to seeing the REAL thing. So much talent in Australia.
Posted by: Delwyn from Quilters Harvest | February 16, 2012 at 01:30 PM
Congrats, Helen! It's about time! I can't wait to see the whole line.
Posted by: Bev | February 16, 2012 at 12:54 PM