It's a hard bit to swallow, being reviewed is. Truth told? I don't have exactly the thickest skin ever so I'd been putting off reading reviews of my book, Inspired to Sew. You know, when you send your baby out into the world, the last thing you want to see is her criticized.
Admittedly, I'd glanced to make sure nothing totally evil had been said, but today I got brave and ventured over to Amazon to take a deeper look. And turns out I was worried over nothing. Isn't that always the way it is? Nine reviewers said really really nice things and there are even a couple great editorial reviews.
At any rate, I'm not saying all this to get you all to say "aren't you wonderful" blah blah... But just to say that it's so nice to see my work be appreciated. I'm honored beyond words that you like what I do. To all who have purchased Inspired to Sew and to the sweet people who left reviews of it... Thank you. You make my days.
I have your book, and it is just lovely! I can't wait to try some of the projects from it!
Posted by: Marci Girl | Monday, June 06, 2011 at 12:20 PM
I do love your book! And you ARE wonderful! Do I need to add blah, blah, blah? LOL!
Posted by: Lori | Monday, June 06, 2011 at 01:32 PM
Your book is a gorgeous and accurate reflection of you and your work! P.S.- that brooch makes me crazy!
Posted by: Leigh Ann Tennant | Monday, June 06, 2011 at 03:26 PM
Dear Bari,
I don't have your book yet but, I know I will. Because, the examples of your art I see on your blog are absolutely amazing. Your style is all your own and that's what makes it so wonderful. Congrats on your success -- and much more!
Nan
P.S. I have been reading your blog (but not commenting) since you talked about "Putting it out there...and then going for it". Do you remember that?
Well, I do and I am trying to do just that. Thank you.
Posted by: Nan | Monday, June 06, 2011 at 05:32 PM
Hi Bari!
Don't doubt yourself girl! I guess everyone has those feelings though. I know I do! I think your work is just cheerful! And OH so many fun stitches!
I'm looking for the book in stores!
Posted by: Cathy Steiner | Monday, June 06, 2011 at 07:10 PM
oops...put the wrong email in...it's at sbcglobal.net...but you know!
Posted by: Cathy Steiner | Monday, June 06, 2011 at 07:12 PM
Hey Bari. I saw your book in the New Pieces quilt shop in Berkeley last week. I heard really good things about it! Just wanted to let you know. It was cool to say I "know" her. Can't wait to try some of the patterns!!!!
Posted by: Laine | Saturday, June 11, 2011 at 11:10 PM