Hey-la, Hey-hello-ah
I know, I know, I've been absent from these parts for most of the last month. Beyond taking a much needed holiday break, I've been wrapping up some big projects and structuring my world to take on the new year. If I get some of these things done quickly this week, I just might get to tap into the new-year enthusiasm in the air before it dissipates. That's the plan. That's the hope. I love a new year! And I'm happy to bury 2007.
Things will pick up here as well. I have some great new crafts and free patterns in the works for January. And some fun finds to share. Looking forward to it. Thanks for hanging around : )
Happy New Year!
Its so great that you got some rest...but I must say you were missed! Can't wait to try the new patterns!
Posted by: Dara | January 07, 2008 at 05:24 PM
Can't wait to see what you have in store. Just took my first quilting class this past weekend and used your fabric (groovy floral in opal)!! I'm giving it to a friend for her new baby and to spread the Heather Bailey love. :)
Posted by: amyehodge | January 07, 2008 at 05:36 PM
Hey heather!
I miss your posts!
melissa@yummygoods (your newest label-mate!)
Posted by: melissa@yummygoods | January 07, 2008 at 06:14 PM
Yeah! So glad your back. I am so looking forward to seeing your wonderful creations for 2008.
Thanks for all of your inspiration this past year.
Berrie
Posted by: Berrie | January 07, 2008 at 06:30 PM
Berrie? What a fun name!
Posted by: Heather Bailey | January 07, 2008 at 06:39 PM
Hey! I'm new to the world of crafty blogs, and I am loving every page I see! You have by far one of the top blogs i've seen, and I hope to start my own soon!
Posted by: sugar'n'spice | January 07, 2008 at 06:43 PM
Glad you are back, my daughters loved their trash ties. If you link to the following you will find Nancy's new blog with a photo of her Christmas loot with trash ties included!
http://trancy06.blogspot.com/
We both have new blogs and have linked you in there - hope that is OK...
~D Spack~
Posted by: Diane | January 07, 2008 at 06:52 PM
Almost sighed with relief for you... been imagining you all *tied-up* with your thriving cottage industry. Happy New Year!
Posted by: Natalie | January 07, 2008 at 06:57 PM
Heather--it's nice to hear that things are going well for you. I'm sure the new patterns & other goodies will be worth the wait--
Joan
Posted by: Joan Gibb | January 07, 2008 at 07:28 PM
Heather, So glad that you got to take a break & enjoy your little people - you really needed it after all of 2007's hard work. But you were VERY missed. Good to have you back! Can't wait for more fun, beauty & inspiration in 2008! Happy New Year! ~D
Posted by: Diana | January 07, 2008 at 08:36 PM
Heather, SOOOO GLAD you took a break even if it was just from blogging! You deserve a break, girl! You are amazing for all the output you've done over the past year. Unbelievable. I get worried when people post daily....it's fun for the viewers, but hey, what about their family time?! Wishing you the best in 2008!!!!!
Posted by: Laurie | January 07, 2008 at 08:59 PM
Heather, I don't usually comment, but I just have to tell you how much I love your blog. I come here when I'm needing a shot of color and beauty. I still look at pictures of your studio and dream. :) I'm really looking forward to your new additions. I'm not really crafty, but am determined to learn to sew this year (I learned years ago, but I'm very rusty). My goal is to make something beautiful with your fabric! And I'd like to get some Trash Ties. They look so cool! Are you distributing them to stores anywhere yet?
Anyway, thanks for investing time in your blog. :)
Posted by: Lucy | January 07, 2008 at 10:55 PM
Great to have you back Heather.
Robyn New Zealand
Posted by: Robyn Kirk | January 07, 2008 at 10:56 PM
2008 is already looking so promising, many adventures lie ahead for all of us. I wish you and your family a very happy and healthy New Year!
Posted by: June | January 08, 2008 at 02:56 AM
There you are!! We all need to regroup and get ready for the new year...I am still getting ready! Onward...looking forward to seeing what you have in store for the world! Happy New Year!
Posted by: Pamela Graham | January 08, 2008 at 03:31 AM
Happy new year, Heather! Looking forward to seeing your patterns and finds.
Posted by: Florence | January 08, 2008 at 07:09 AM
Hi Heather- I "found" your blog after buying my 11 year old daughter a sewing machine for Christmas. Love your fabrics and projects. I just found your topiary pattern and I have to ask where you got those gorgeous velvet ribbons? Yum!!! Thanks for the wonderful inspiration.
Posted by: lynn whelan | January 08, 2008 at 08:19 AM
So glad to have you back. We miss you in blog-land!
Cheryl
Posted by: Cheryl | January 08, 2008 at 08:42 AM
Ooh! Can't wait to see what you come up with! 2008 is going to be great, I have this feeling. . .
Posted by: juliann | January 08, 2008 at 08:55 AM
Love the new patterns! Is this perhaps a sneak of the new fabric line I see? Love it all you are a wonderful inspiration to us all...
God Bless in 08.
Posted by: Jinky | January 08, 2008 at 09:02 AM
Yay, your back! I hope you had a great holiday :)
Posted by: Hanna | January 08, 2008 at 12:37 PM
Cant wait to see the new line! I just got my pile of your fabrics in TODAY to make my baby girls nursery bedding/room accessories with!! Cant wait!
Posted by: Stacy T | January 08, 2008 at 03:11 PM
wonderful to have you back! You have been missed. Really excited about all the things you have planned. Wishing you a healthy and happy new year.
Posted by: Ravenhill | January 08, 2008 at 03:26 PM
Hi Heather!
I ADORE my Trash Ties! Love them!!!
I can have cool, funky hair in minutes, which is a must for a SAHM!
Thank you, thank you for inventing these little gems! :)
Posted by: MMDesigns | January 08, 2008 at 08:13 PM
yeah,
glad you are back. can't wait for the new patterns!
~danni
Posted by: danni perez | January 08, 2008 at 10:15 PM
I love that paper topiary pattern - how perfect for centerpieces for baby showers and bridal showers!
Posted by: Delaina | January 09, 2008 at 06:53 AM
Can't wait to read your posts in 2008. You are such an inspiration.
Posted by: Molly | January 09, 2008 at 02:09 PM
Hi Heather, thanks so much for the Trash Ties. They're FANTASTIC!!! My daughter and I have already come up with some funky new hairdo's. I was on your Trash Ties blog the other day and saw your new 'do' that you did on Charlotte. I tried the same on Chloe and it came out great. I have a photo on my blog if you get a spare 30 seconds to check it out. Thanks so much for the product and the ideas to go with it!!!
Posted by: Ainslie | January 10, 2008 at 04:13 AM
Guess who just got some trash ties as a late christmas gift.....ME! how lucky am i!? thanks for such awesome posts and wicked rad ties!
Posted by: Shay Morris | January 10, 2008 at 01:53 PM
I hope you've had a great rest Heather. I can't wait to see your new projects.
Amelia
Posted by: AmeliaB | January 10, 2008 at 02:16 PM
Happy new Trash Ties year.
Glad to ear that you will be back, on your blog! I'm waiting for inspiration...
love
Posted by: SaRaH | January 10, 2008 at 02:28 PM
Hi There! I finally put in my Trash Tie order - yey!
Here's to a great 2008!!!
Posted by: Knitterella | January 11, 2008 at 08:11 AM
Hello! I found you via Donna Downey's newsletter. Love what you do & would love to hear stories of movie sets!! :D Ann
Posted by: Ann | January 11, 2008 at 01:46 PM
No worries, Heather, we'll all hang in for you any time. :)
Posted by: Sarah | January 13, 2008 at 01:17 AM
Can't wait!
Posted by: Robin | January 13, 2008 at 11:36 AM
Love your fabrics and your blog. Thanks so much for the information on binding. Your directions are so clear and easily understood. I did it! I'll be back often.
Posted by: Jacquie | January 13, 2008 at 08:44 PM
PLEASE, say that one of the patterns will be a purse! ;)
Posted by: Angie | January 15, 2008 at 01:23 PM
Looks sodamngood :)
Glad you finally got to celebrate the holidays.
Sending much luck and love for the new year :)
A
Posted by: April C | January 16, 2008 at 07:50 AM
love your blog, tutorials amazing, just wonderful. I'm so glad musinings and misadventures linked you on her blog. FABULOUS!
Posted by: Kelley Smith aka Glamma Fabulous | January 17, 2008 at 09:23 PM