Signature Styles

I have a bit of catch up to do.  More than a bit.

I made a list of all the blog posts I would have done if I hadn’t lost my Wonder Woman headband last month. (Or is it a tiara?)  It’s quite a list and I’m just not prepared to skip past “Go” and move on with things without spinning out a few re-caps.  There are too many cool things I have missed sharing.

I'll start with Signature Styles.  That's me on the cover of a new book.  Newsworthy, right?   I think so.  In Jenny Doh’s latest title for Lark Crafts, she features 20 creative women and discusses each gal’s personal style as it relates to her work, her wardrobe and more.  Each “stitcher” has designed a project for the book as well.  For example, Megan Hunt includes instructions for an awesome little ruffled flower bracelet and Amy Tangerine shares techniques for "Crafty" tee shirt applique.  It’s a jam-packed read, with lots of eye candy. 

For my part, I designed this quick and kicky wristlet purse.  It’s the ultimate easy-assemble purse pattern for customizing your wardrobe.  With a design so simple to sew, why not prep the perfect purse for every outfit?

I’m really impressed with this book. I’m only about halfway through reading each of the features, but once I’ve devoured it entirely, I’m certain to keep it within easy reach for a quick visual escape.  It was a pleasure to work with Jenny and of course, an honor to be included.

Signature Styles hit bookstores just this last month. If you’re interested in a signed copy, we are stocking a few at our online shop -- for a limited time.

Other women featured in this new book include: Serena Thompson, Meg McElwee, Elsie Flannigan, Rashida Coleman-Hale, Kathy Cano-Murillo (who I just had dinner with last week), Betz White, Meg Allan Cole, Bari J. Ackerman, Erika & Monika Simmons, Kayte Terry, Megan Hunt, Sonya Nimri, Megan Nicolay, Ruth Singer, Sandy Stone, Bonzie & Ger, Teva Durham, and Amy Tangerine.

Feeling oddly curious about the history and significance of Wonder Woman's headband?  Click here. It's amazing what you can learn on the internet.

Comments

[Julie {CalleLillyCafe}]

oo--- cannot wait to purchase my copy! This is perfect for the summer! =)

[tinajo]

Looks lovely! :-)

[kathryn]

I pre-ordered the book and it arrived about a month ago - and I LOVE it, just love it. I got it because of you and found some new designers I'm glad to know now thanks to the book!

[Becky Boyd]

Looks beautiful...looking forward to reading it!

[adventuresindinner]

Fantastic book and I can't say how pleased I am for happening upon your site.

I think a tiara is always the way to go :)

[Tara Miller]

Squeal! I can't wait for this book. It looks like a "wait for dad to babysit so I can have a cup of coffee and some quiet time to read" type of book.

[Vicki]

Can't wait to see the book. I think it's really Wonder Woman's Diadem. It seems more appropriate to have a diadem for kicking bad-guy tush than a tiara.

[Heather Bailey]

Vicki -- True, true! Diadem is perfect. I owe J.K. Rowling for that vocab word.

[jen shears]

Congratulations!!! You are amazing- even without Wonder Woman's Diadem! By the way- I've started using 'I need to wonderwoman blah, blah, blah'- it's so descriptive, no?

[Kim]

I bought my Signature Styles book and can't wait to receive it. I'm just giddy!!!

[April Mann]

I just got the book in the mail today, read your pages, and HAD to get right online and tell you how much I LOVE WHAT YOU HAD TO SAY! I'm a songwriter, and your quote, "I know why the caged bird sings" about being isolated and looking for inspiration just spoke so deeply to me. It was just the thing I needed to hear today. And now, i think i'll go write a song about it....

THANK YOU, Wonderful! xoxoxoxo

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