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May 12, 2013
The Smithsonian Craft Show was a huge success for me. The aisles were crowded and everyone was enthusiastic about the great collection of artists participating. Martha Stewart was there for the opening night and the first day, and posted to her blog many photos of the show Martha's Blog. I suspect the crowds were up because Martha and Fox News did a lot of promo for the show and because this years Show Chairs implemented some great new ideas which certainly worked. The opening night had so much energy and spirit! Every day had great attendance. Thanks so much to this year Chairs and the hardworking Smithsonian Committee women!
My sincere thanks to those of you who purchased one or more of my garments. I had only a few pieces left to pack by the end of Sunday. I was happy to see so many of my collectors, and my many new customers. You keep my creativity flowing and my business going, and I am always touched by your enthusiasm for my garments.
As with any major show, it takes a while to recover, get all the paper work finished, and regroup in the studio. I spent the first week back doing just that and also selecting the fabric which I order from Japan and travel planning for my next show in San Francisco. Every show takes a lot of logistical planning. Air tickets and hotel being the things that always happen first. This week I started planning the garments I’ll be making, and also ordering some new fabrics from Italy.
I am really looking forward to August in San Francisco, my favorite USA city. I haven’t participated in the American Craft Council show there is about 20 years. I love the fog and I love the light in San Francisco. I love the style and the food and the flora of that city.
I hope you are having a lovely Spring!
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