From the first stitch I ever took, I was hooked. I was hooked on fabric, on thread, on color, on pattern and especially on the act of creating something out of nothing. It truly brings me happiness unlike anything else. That's why the name of my book is Inspired to Sew. Every project came about from this unending love of creating something sewn. I hope that the projects in it will inspire you to sew as well.
Because I'm hoping you are, I've put an "I'm Inspired to Sew" blog button in my sidebar... feel free to "steal" the code for your blog! And if you are interested in a signed copy, they are now available to pre-order on my website. I expect them to ship next week. Use code, iminspiredtosew, for 10% off, and be sure to choose USPS for the least expensive shipping cost.
If you are local, there will also be a book signing at Wooden Gate Quilts in Danville, CA on January 22. I'd love to meet you there! Please check their class schedule as well, I will be teaching the Tea Party Accessories from the book on January 20 from 6 to 9 PM.
Additionally, be on the look out for an upcoming blog tour!
Yay! It's here! It's here! *happy dance*
What time is the book signing? I'd love to come. : )
Posted by: Little Bluebell (Adrianne) | Thursday, January 06, 2011 at 06:02 PM
How fun! Can't wait to get your book.I think I'll go for a signed copy from you! :)
Posted by: Monique | Thursday, January 06, 2011 at 07:46 PM
Bari, that is so exciting! Hoping next pay day I'll be able to order a copy! I can't wait!
Posted by: Lori G. | Thursday, January 06, 2011 at 11:03 PM
It looks beautiful! I can't wait to check it out!
Posted by: Stacey | Thursday, January 06, 2011 at 11:42 PM
Absolutely beautiful. Congratulations on your first book!
Posted by: Shannon Arsenault | Friday, January 07, 2011 at 05:18 AM
Wow, Bari! Congratulations! It looks amazing.
Posted by: Lori Porten | Friday, January 07, 2011 at 07:35 AM
Congrats, the book looks beautiful!
Posted by: Anita | Friday, January 07, 2011 at 08:49 AM
Hello Bari,
Congratulations! I am sure this book is amazing!
~ Gabriela ~
Posted by: Gabriela | Friday, January 07, 2011 at 10:27 AM
Everything looks stunning - fabrics, projects, sewing, staging, photography! Congratulations, Bari! Bringing this book to life probably made a good bit of 'work' out your inspirations - but I'm sure lots of sewers will be ever-so-grateful for that!!! You've always been an inspiration to me, way back from the handbag days, and you continue to lift me up as you just 'make things happen' for yourself!!!! xo jan
Posted by: Account Deleted | Friday, January 07, 2011 at 10:36 AM
Yay!!! I'm so happy for you and I cannot wait to hold a copy in my hot little hands. Congratulations again!
Posted by: Heather | Friday, January 07, 2011 at 05:56 PM
Love the tea cozy! Now I'm inspired to sew, too!
Posted by: Kimberly Shaw | Friday, January 07, 2011 at 06:58 PM
I've posted about this on my husbands FB account and I forwarded him the email about it that you sent out. Maybe now I can start printing out pictures of it and leaving them around the house in areas he frequents? Hmmmm
Posted by: Jennwith4 | Saturday, January 08, 2011 at 01:13 AM
Hey Bari! Are they selling the book at the quilt shop in Danville? I'll be up there the first weekend in Feb and will for sure pick one up! I can't wait to see it-- it looks fantastic!! congrats again lady!
Posted by: Simone Howell | Saturday, January 08, 2011 at 12:48 PM
Bari, that tunic is terrific! You definitely inspire me to sew. Much success with the book and upcoming fabric line with Lecien!
Posted by: Jamie | Saturday, January 08, 2011 at 03:51 PM
I put the Inspired to Sew button on my blog! I cannot wait for my copy!! Thank you Bari!!!! It looks so beautiful - can't wait to read it cover to cover!
xo
~ Kymmie
Posted by: Kymmie Marriner | Saturday, January 08, 2011 at 09:17 PM
I was inspired long ago. I believe it was when I watched my mom make me a skirt. I asked her to show me how the next day. I sucked at it.... like really badly, but I started more simple and then moved up. I'm pretty darn good at it now... although I still can't sew in a straight line lol
Posted by: Katie Bodden | Friday, January 14, 2011 at 09:26 PM
Congratulations, Bari. I can't wait to see it!
Posted by: Liesl Gibson | Tuesday, February 01, 2011 at 09:25 AM