Long Time No Post.....

Well, I've been busy...that's for sure. Like everyone else in the world I guess, I mean I don't know anybody who isn't ridiculously busy these days. Was it always this way? Been having some fun in the midst of the craziness (patterns shipping, Darla samples to sew, 2 other collections to finish by the deadline) though. Just got my sample yardage of Darla so I've been sewin up a storm. It really is my favorite part of this thing. It's weird though because when I first take the fabric out of the box I always think, "oh no, I've made a huge mistake...this, this and this should be different". But as soon as start sewing I start falling in love. It happened again, I love my girl Darla. Taking pics of Ava decked out in Darla today was so fun and reminded why the really busy pace right now is worth it. I mean, it feels weird to admit, but fabric makes me just stupidly happy.

Patterns have been selling incredibly well so thank you so much to everyone who's bought them for themselves or their store. I just really mean thank you from my heart as it means the hard work is paying off and hopefully the things I design are making other people happy.

I've missed blogging, haven't even been reading my favorite blogs which I really miss but I have been seriously bogged down. So busy in fact that I had to turn down an incredibly exciting and flattering opportunity, a book. I never thought I would turn down such a thing, I mean jeez a book with my name on it, crazy. But it wasn't the exact right project at the exact right time so I had to be mature (no easy feat for me) and turn it down. Hopefully, the right book project at the right time will present itself because I'd love to do it.

But I am excited about some other upcoming things. Got to work with Matthew Mead, the amazing, incredibly talented stylist and author for a Christmas shoot in Country Home. Matthew is a complete genius in my opinion and also a completely lovely person. I'll post pics of it as soon as I get the magazine.

Anyway, I'll be back soon, really!!!! No, I mean it, soon....

xoxo
Tanya

Comments

[Terriaw]

wow, these fabrics look just lovely! Maybe even better than the last collection, but I don't know yet. Maybe just as pretty. I love the look of the bags and aprons lined up on the hooks. Such pretty colors and design!

[Jona]

Well that fabric is making me stupidly happy too! I can't wait to get my hands on it!!!

[elizabeth]

Can't wait to see those fabrics in person! They look absolutely beautiful. I'm still loving Ava Rose...was knee deep in them this last week!

[julie]

I'm already thinking of all the charming things I want to make with your new line. Thanks for the inspiring pictures of Ava!

[Lisa]

I know what you mean about being so busy. Sept. and Oct. are always the worst for me, then I look forward to November, but then it's crazy again in December! I love the new fabrics, but I still haven't finished all my projects w/ Ava Rose:) Can't wait to see your photos in Country Home.

[Betty @ She's Sew Pretty]

I just saw the new pictures on Flickr. I love the Darla fabrics! They have an almost retro kitsch look. I can't wait for them to come to my quilt shop!

[beki]

GOod to hear from you, Tanya! That fabric is so happy, can't wait to see more of it ;-)

[Woody]

Its great to see you back. Those fabrics look amazing - I look forward to them being released!

[Racheal Miles]

I love these fabrics, every single one of them.

Racheal x

[Marsha]

Can't wait to get my hands on some of that Darla fabric!

S.W.A.K.

[Caroline]

I experience the same fabric giddiness too...it must be an incurable disease that so many of us silently suffer from! LOL

Darla is just beautiful and I can't wait for it to hit the stores!

[~ Junkyard Jennifer]

How fun to work with Matthew Mead! He's one of my 'heros; in the designing world, and I'd love to meet him someday.

Oh gosh, I love your designs, and I can't wait to decide on a print for my under-the-kitchen-counter curtains. I'm still loving the Aqua Kitchen Rose, and I just received my apron that my mom made with it! The fabric is even more gorgeous in person! (I haven't posted it yet, but I will, once we get some sunshine.)

Take care!

~ Jennifer

[Chris Warner]

Oh I cannot wait to get your new fabric. I am really excited this time because you have yellow in the mix. I love Yellow!!

[Ravenhill]

How exiting it is to think about your new collections in the works!!! I adore all of these new projects!

[Staci]

My word, I want every single piece from this collection. I haven't been this excited about a fabric line in a long time. I can't wait for it to be available!!
Glad you are back :)

[heather jane]

So. Darn. Beautiful. Makes me long for just a little more summer.

[Dorrie]

I'm just going to start buying your fabrics by the bolt. It'll save time trying to decide which ones to pick and choose. I love Darla and can't wait for it. I'm finishing up with my mega Ava Rose purchases, quilts, clothing etc., and everything is so beautiful. I'll be posting my creations soon! I'm glad you're back amongst the bloggers!

[Jennifer Paganellli]

lovely so fresh so inspiring.....forgot to ask about Matthew so glad it's going well...xoxox Jennifer

[Tiff@Three Peas]

wow! I'm in love with that fabric. You have been busy!!! What fun to be able to work at something you love!

[Cheryl]

I love the stripes and checks! Mmmmmmmmmmm

[Laurie]

Don't worry, Tanya...i get that way over fabric, too....I am lovin' your new line! LOVIN IT! It's so fresh, and fun.
I can see lots of possibilities...love the pinks with the pink chuck taylor shoes on your sweet girlie. SO CUTE!
Laurie~

[Firefly Hill]

I get that way over fabric too...especially your fabric! So many exciting things happening for you--congratulations and you certainly deserve it. Ava Rose looks like you doesnt she?

I have a little giveaway featuring one of your fabrics on my blog right now.

annie fireflyhilldesigns.blogspot.com

[Jocelyn]

Lovely pics!! Ava is so cute, especially with those pink Converses, and definitely takes after you :) And yay for mature decisions...you'll KNOW when the right project comes along!

[Liza]

What pattern did you use for the apron?

[Rosemary]

Cripes! PLEASE tell me that this is going to be available for Christmas because I absolutely MUST include the ruby gingham and the blue floral in my christmas projects.