As the temperature begins to rise and the flowers begin to bloom, I realize that spring has arrived! It has already been a very busy and exciting time for me.  In February, my first grandchild, Samuel, was born.  While I try to spend as much time as possible with him, I have also had the opportunity to participate in several shows and create some new and inspiring projects to share with you.

I had the opportunity to make handbags for members of the wedding party for my daughter and recently a friend.  This is a great and quick way to recognize significant occasions such as weddings or graduations and give someone special in your life a personal gift to be treasured long after the event.  This spring, I would like to offer you the chance to share this unique, Sashiko gift with someone in your life.  When you order my book, Sashiko Handbags 14 on 14, you will receive directions for the bag (pictured at left) and free shipping.

I am looking forward to a few upcoming sewing retreats this season and hope you can join me - The Sewing Workshop in San Francisco in June (www.thesewingworkshop.com) and the ASG National Convention in Rosemont, IL in July.  In addition, I have a creative sewing retreat scheduled for November 7-10 in Marietta, GA with Bobbi Bullard (www.bullarddesigns.com).  Please continue to check my website for updates and my current teaching schedule.

I hope you all have a healthy, peaceful season of creativity.  Thank you for sharing your friendship with me.

Nancy

nancy@contemporarysashiko.com