There seems to be a synchronicity of bravery and inspiration this January….in fact, it’s one of the few years where I’ve felt lifted up at the beginning of a new year, despite the Flu and Polar Vortex coinciding over the holiday break here. In fact, there’s just so much goodness floating around the blogosphere and internet in general, I know I’m not the only one feeling this. If you read the blogs or follow on Instagram my friends Rachel, Jenelle, Jenny (and so many others I’m catching up with today) you’ll see evidence of this exquisite stirring to create something more magnificent in 2014.
I test my patterns by sleeping in garments created from them. No, seriously, if it’s not comfortable enough to sleep in, it’s not comfortable enough for my bold brilliant beautiful new project. And yes, my sheets are the same shade of purple as my hair.
For my part, I’ll have some more new sewing patterns coming out, both with Monaluna and on my own, including a plus-sized extension to my infinity sweater and a full range of sizes on my newest favorite dress (currently in development: see above). I have some projects being published in my favorite sewing magazine (Spring, Summer, and a special Downton Abbey issue – so far). I’m contributing to a book I believe in, and I have my very own, very personal project that has been incubating for the past few months. I’m building it with my whole heart, and I cannot wait to share it with you. I hope it will change the way you look at your clothes, and help you learn more than your grandmother ever taught you about caring for what you already own. I hope you’ll join me in taking care to choose what’s worth having. There’s so much more coming, but I wanted to share my joy in participating in #boldbrilliantbeautiful .
What I’m not doing is letting myself become overwhelmed. I’m not taking on any work “for the money,” despite moving Ella to a private school to better encourage and help her along her educational journey. I’m not going to let that pervasive negative self-talk hold any sway. It’s the year to start again, to live my life, and to share what needs sharing.
About the Bold. Brilliant. Beautiful. You. project:
Throughout the year, I’m joining forces with some of my blogging friends to motivate and encourage ourselves and others to be bold and step out from behind the lens, projects, and mama status to show ourselves. That’s right, we’re doing something just for us.
And we’re inviting you to join us! Each of us has something bold, brilliant and beautiful inside—whether it’s a dream to ask for a promotion, wear those sparkly shoes in the back of our closet, or start a non-profit. The #boldbrilliantbeautiful project is a support group for all of us seeking to be real and vulnerable. No judging, no questions, just support and words of encouragement.
Be a part of the project by using #boldbrilliantbeautiful on Instagram and Twitter to find other women like you, who are looking to make 2014 their best, most authentic year yet!
