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Almost done with the testing phase…

February 28, 2020

Hello, my friends! How are you?

It’s a bright, blue-skied day here in Seattle as I write this. I have been running around town to make progress on the current book I’m working on, feeling more like a project manager than a writer/illustrator. The testing phase for the garment sewing book is coming to a close (if you signed up, remember that responses are due by February 29th if you haven’t completed the form yet). It’s been unreal. Amazing. I’ve been reading all the feedback that’s been popping up, and I keep getting more and more excited. This is going to be one well-tested book! Of course I love all of my books, but this one feels extra special because the kismet level has been off-the-charts.

I wish I could share more, and I will as soon as I can.

What I’m trying to say is that there’s quite a bit going on and when I misread my calendar and took K to her viola lesson at the wrong time this week, I knew I had to step back. Take it easy. I actually got sick for the first time in almost a year on Saturday (husband expressed concerns about coronavirus; it wasn’t). I recovered lightning fast, but it was my body giving me a stern talking-to. I’m going to listen to it.

I’ll be back with a short blog update next month, but I’m going to take an extended Instagram break and focus on getting my book wrapped up. I’ve been intrigued by Cal Newport’s philosophy that he calls “Digital Minimalism” and he seems like someone who knows what he’s talking about. I have a bit of a crush on him, if I’m honest. That there is a brilliant man — I think my husband is a little jealous because I keep mentioning Cal (See? We’re already on first name basis). I also read his other books, So Good They Can’t Ignore You and Deep Work, both of which are thought-provoking and excellent.

I’m off to go sew up more sample garments for my book! That image above is one of my trial garments. I seem to have an abundant supply of the indigo chambray and have been making everything in that fabric. Love it.

It feels like spring is just around the corner, and it’s so refreshing after what seemed like endless rain and grey. Wherever you are, I hope you’re having a day full of vibrant promise and forthcoming blooms. xo

 

 

 

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  1. Jill

    February 28, 2020 at 5:51 pm

    Such a positive post and I can’t wait for the book!!!

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    • sanae

      March 2, 2020 at 10:01 am

      Yay! Thanks, Jill!

      Reply
  2. Delphine (SewingTidbits)

    March 4, 2020 at 1:15 am

    I really liked Deep Work and I followed some of the principles of Digital Minimalism too! Looking forward to more news on the book!

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    • sanae

      March 7, 2020 at 11:48 am

      Birds of a feather flock together, Delphine! Cal Newport is the best — I subscribe to his blog, and he always sends out such interesting material. And stay tuned for book updates! It’s starting to come together :-).

      Reply
  3. Asmita

    April 3, 2020 at 10:38 am

    The whole corona virus thing has thrown me into a digital frenzy. I am going to wait to read this book, because I cant right now get it, but it is on my list definitely.

    Stay safe.
    XX

    Reply
    • sanae

      April 12, 2020 at 7:46 pm

      It is a mind-bending time, Asmita! Hang in there, my friend!
      xoxoxo

      Reply

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