It’s finally here!
My fabric line, debuting at Quilt Market, May 15-17, 2009! A dream of mine come true!
As we celebrate Mother’s Day tomorrow, the timing seems so fitting. My Mom was a wonderful seamstress who sewed almost all of my clothing from the time I was very little, up until I was getting married and having babies. She was not only a sewer, but a talented designer, often incorporating unusual and trendy accents, embellishments and one of a kind stylings. She made my prom dress using pink floral chinz with gingham ruffles going down the front of the skirt, vertically, placed about 8″ apart. The top was a halter top, the outfit was a total departure from what everyone else was wearing and way ahead of the trend curve for that year. I still have the outfit, maybe I’ll dig it out from the back of the closet and photograph it this week. Of course, it will be hanging on a hanger, not on my body! I can’t believe how tiny I was then, where’s that skinny little girl go, anyway? I’m digressing…sorry. Mom had a stash of beautiful fabrics, a few pieces of which I still own and have yet to cut into. I’m sure I never will, they’re just too precious.
Here’s my fabric collection, done in two colorways which are complimentary so they do work together beautifully! It seemed appropriate to photograph the fabric in a setting which includes some family heirlooms passed down from my Grandmother.
I bought a purse pattern today and plan on making one up this week. My Mom would be so proud of me today. I know she’s looking down and smiling her biggest smile. I sure do miss her, she’s been gone for a long time. I do have a wonderful, loving Mother in Law which helps fill the void.
Here’s my Mom at 17 years old, her High School graduation picture. 
And here’s me, wearing a dress my Mom made me for my third grade picture. 
Don’t laugh, we worked hard on that hair!
Happy Mother’s Day, everyone.
Well firstly Brenda glad you arrived home safe and well.I know I will get down to meet you at one of your shows sometime..Nevertheless looks like you had a wonderful time..You look fab!!!
Loved your jewellrey too….
Your Mother sure would be proud of you….
such beautiful photo`s fonder memories!!!
sending lots of love to you ..
`Have a lovely M`day`:)♥
Your material lins look great..
would love to see your dress:)
Congrats!! That’s very cool!!
Have a really wonderful Mothers Day and hope you are thoroughly spoilt. Have to say you really do look like your Mom and I am certain she would be very proud of you! That fabric would make for gorgeous cushions in my craft area as it would go with your papercraft lines so well. Congratulations on a dream realised.
WOW your material looks lush brenda, cannot wait to see it in real life…(as has been promised a dotee from someone in it)
Love the photos (and the hair) and yes, your mum would have been so proud of you… Happy Mother’s Day…
maria x
Oh my ~ I remember wearing my hair like that in third grade or so :-)) Cheers to your new fabric - love it! Look forward to seeing what you do with it. I am sure your mom would be proud! Can’t wait to get samples of my latest collection!
Those fabrics look luscious. Have a nice Mother’s Day.
And you really look like your Mom
hi brenda!
oh what a wonderful post!
your new fabric is wonderful! i am so excited for you!
Congrats on this darling group of fabric!! you rock!!!!!
happy belated mothers day, what fun pictures!!
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Hi Brenda!
we need to know WHERE we can purchase your beautiful fabric!?! e mail me! Thanks :o)
Oh Brenda! It’s all so gorgeous, CONGRATS!
Enjoyed this post so much… My Mom is a beautiful seamstress too- she made my wedding gown in 1992 via long distance- a whole country apart! I was in AB, she in NB! When I arrived home, the ONLY change we had to make was the sleeve length (needed to shorten them.) CAN you imagine!? LOL
Enjoyed reading abt your memories and seeing the pics. Have a wonderful day- and again, BIG congratulations. So very excited for you! ~ Ali from Nova Scotia
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WOW, I am impressed, a Fabric Line too and it is wonderful, I can see all sorts of wonderful creative designs to do with your wonderful fabric line, I know it will sell very good. Awesome Job!
Ann