I'd like to start the new year by setting goals and I try to keep them realistic and attainable. My daughter starts school in four weeks, which means that I will have 5 short days instead of three. I will be part time no more and I'm brimming with creative ideas such as...
- We will be introducing three wonderful fabric ranges in two colourways arriving over the next few months. And some new softies...woof! Can't wait!
- I will design three more ranges by April, for which I have a few ideas and sketches already.
- I have plans to go to two more trade shows. Still not sure if I will attend the Sydney quilt show in June.
- I am making plans to start licensing my designs.
- I am thinking surface design, paper, wall paper.
- My good friend and I have plans for creating a new home-ware business that will be organic and beautiful. Still in the planning phase though.
- I would love to finish the children's illustration book I started last year.
- I have an urge to create a range of beautiful silk scarves.
- I also feel some paintings coming along.
- Visit an overseas fabric show, maybe Birmingham?
Then on a personal note I am starting the year with a cleansing Bikram yoga challenge and will reward myself after each class with a swim in the beautiful ocean that is at my doorstep; I will be catching those waves for sure.
And this year I'm going to say yes to any social opportunity that will come my way in the hope to meet more like minded and inspiring people to share ideas and experiences.
And laugh a lot!
As I child I always was fascinated by my shadow, I wanted to look like it, be that tall and fly with the angels.
Well these are a few of my goals for 2011. How about you?
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Kate Doepel commented on 11-Jan-2011 04:19 PM
THere;s nothing like aiming high!!
I'd gie the Birmingham NEC expo a miss - it's huge and very Interior designer/retailer focussed and go instead to Heimtextil (germany) or even better Maison d'object (paris)which is where the fabric wholesalers go to meet the mills and designers, and is where the fashion forcasting for colour etc really goes on show.
Real Inspiration! Have fun - I'm jealous!
I'd gie the Birmingham NEC expo a miss - it's huge and very Interior designer/retailer focussed and go instead to Heimtextil (germany) or even better Maison d'object (paris)which is where the fabric wholesalers go to meet the mills and designers, and is where the fashion forcasting for colour etc really goes on show.
Real Inspiration! Have fun - I'm jealous!
Bec commented on 03-Jan-2011 08:55 AM
Wow Saffron, sounds like a rich full busy and fulfilling year!! Happy new year!! Looking forward to attending some craft shows together!! Xx
Pam commented on 02-Jan-2011 11:12 PM
Love your goals for 2011 Saffron, and am very much looking forward to your new fabrics. I made a quilt for my niece for Christmas combining the creative genius of your fabrics and Kate Conklin's pattern, and it was very well received, I shall email you both a photo.
I have decided that my main goal for this year is to stop worrying about if an idea/project/plan etc is 'good enough' and just get on and have a go. I think I may let myself be held back far too much by fears of failure and negativity, and forget the joy of just creating.
Happy New Year!
I have decided that my main goal for this year is to stop worrying about if an idea/project/plan etc is 'good enough' and just get on and have a go. I think I may let myself be held back far too much by fears of failure and negativity, and forget the joy of just creating.
Happy New Year!
Kelli Hynes commented on 02-Jan-2011 09:47 AM
Hi Saffron, looks like an exciting year ahead for you. I made a resolution about 7 years ago to never make a new year resolution again, it has been my only successful one! I am looking forward to a healthier year for me and my husband, a couple of small holidays, and finalizing renovations on my home, so my family can build a beautiful very large home. I look forward to seeing your goals come true, 'cause you wont be the only one benefiting from it, all us crafters will benefit too. Cheers!
Margaret commented on 01-Jan-2011 08:21 PM
They sound like great goals for 2011. I am excited to see your new fabric ranges this year. Everything you make is so beautiful. Thanks for being such an inspiration!
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