Sunday, August 21, 2011

Just Call Me Madam Ambassador

Happy Sunday, readers! The photoshoot for my book starts tomorrow, garments are whizzing through the sewing machine, and I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. Once all this madness is through, I'll be back to regular blogging but starting a new kind of madness: traveling to various expos and conferences. You see, I'm now officially "brand ambassador" for BurdaStyle, and we're teaming up to offer sewing classes at some really fun events. I thought I would mention a couple in case you'll be there--I would love to meet you in person, dear readers! Here's a little run-down for the next two months:
  • September 15-18: The Creative Connection, St Paul, MN. The tagline for this conference is "Women, Passion, Business" and it's all about blogging and creative pursuits. I'll be teaching one class on running a successful sewing blog and another on the necessary hand stitches for garment sewing. 
  • October 8-9: The Sewing Summit, Salt Lake City, UT. This is a sewing and bogging conference--how amazing is that?! I'll be teaching four classes: Garment Fabrics from Angora to Zibeline, Tailoring by Hand 101, Getting a Perfect Vintage Fit, and Essential Hand Stitches for Garment Sewing.

I'll also be attending the American Sewing Expo in Novi, Michigan, which is September 23rd to the 25th. This will not be part of my ambassador duties. Rather, I am a contestant in the Passion for Fashion competition, a live Project Runway-style challenge that takes place on the expo floor. Are you going to attend? Please stop by and cheer me on!

This is all a little funny since I've never been to a sewing show before and now I'm kind of going to all of them. Are you planning on attending any of these? Let me know so we can meet in person!

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    39 comments:

    1. k.August 21, 2011 at 11:05 PM

      Your classes sound so fun....I want to go to Angora to Zibeline! k.

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    2. EMSAugust 21, 2011 at 11:49 PM

      Oh yay! I'll definitely look into attending the Sewing Summit now that you'll be teaching. That's so cool that you're coming to Salt Lake!

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    3. GracaAugust 21, 2011 at 11:56 PM

      I would love to attend the Creative Connection, it sounds like so much fun and close too! But there would be no way that I could get time off work, after coming off a 10-week lay-off (I work at a school and it is back-to-work on the 6th). Nothing fun like this happens in the summer. ~Sigh~

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    4. LunaLooAugust 22, 2011 at 12:03 AM

      Congratulations Madam!

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    5. ShellyAugust 22, 2011 at 12:20 AM

      Congratulations on becoming the brand ambassador for BurdaStyle. Your classes sound like fun...I wish I could attend but sadly I live across the globe and wont be able to make it :)

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    6. TriciaAugust 22, 2011 at 1:10 AM

      Congratulations Gertie. You are absolutely amazing! I hope you'll have time for a proper holiday/vacation in the middle of all this somewhere -- I have just been reading about how you poor old Americans just don't have enough time off!

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    7. MelliAugust 22, 2011 at 1:13 AM

      Congrats, Gertie, There could be no better brand ambassador! Wish I could join one of these shows :( But I wish you lot of fun there!!!

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    8. verobirdieAugust 22, 2011 at 2:03 AM

      I'm following you for many months now, and I'm very impressed by how your life evolves!keep on going and enjoying yourself.

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    9. ChrisFAugust 22, 2011 at 3:43 AM

      Congratulations Gertie! Sadly I shall not be in the US for any of these events. However, Should you come to the UK, I'll be first in the queue for tickets...!!!

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    10. Nähkram auf der dieleAugust 22, 2011 at 4:10 AM

      Just wow! You´re so successful, congratulations.
      Burda comes from Germany and I just wanted to send some greetings from over here. ;-)
      Annette

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    11. Keren DuchanAugust 22, 2011 at 5:29 AM

      Wow! I wish I could go! Unfortunately there's this small issue of the Atlantic Ocean in the way... Keep us posted if there are videos of your lectures after the conferences. Way to go on your new position and good luck!

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    12. CaseyAugust 22, 2011 at 6:28 AM

      Congrats on being a BurdaStyle brand ambassador! I wish I could attend one of your classes--they all sound amazing! :)

      Best of luck finishing up the book work!

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    13. Mary Beth August 22, 2011 at 6:55 AM

      I toy with the idea of going to Novi just to get out of town but there's so much in town and in the area to do. Distractions, distractions!

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    14. AuntieAugust 22, 2011 at 7:17 AM

      I've been sewing for most of my life. It has only been since the beginning of Summer that I've been reading Sewing (and vintage clothing) Blogs. I am fastinated!! I've always felt isolated in my sewing interests and persuits and now I find a world of like minded ladies! JOY! Most seem to be younger than myself and at 60, I wonder if I'm among the oldest Sewing Blog Readers??? Thank you for all of the great information and hours of entertainment you've given me this Summer.

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    15. Gorgeous ThingsAugust 22, 2011 at 7:36 AM

      How fun!!!!! I can't think of a better ambassador. You go girl!

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    16. a little sewingAugust 22, 2011 at 8:43 AM

      I'm with Ann :)

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    17. lexiAugust 22, 2011 at 9:25 AM

      Congratulations Gertie! I have been reading from across the globe since your very first project and it's amazing what has happened in your life since then. It's been inspirational to read along. Can't wait to see your book.x

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    18. joenAugust 22, 2011 at 10:11 AM

      WOW!! Congratulations I have learned so many great sewing tips while following your blog. Classes sound awesome...hopefully you will make it to the Philadelphia Area at some point in your travels! I would love to attend a class.

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    19. Jerilea HendrickAugust 22, 2011 at 11:38 AM

      Wow-I so want to go to the show in St. Paul! My parents live about 20 minutes from there so I could visit them and go to the show one day. Are you going to be there all 3 days?

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    20. CheddahAugust 22, 2011 at 12:18 PM

      UGH!!! I wish I was living in minneapolis already! won't be there till december! i really want to attend your class in st. paul!

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    21. Katrina BlanchalleAugust 22, 2011 at 12:34 PM

      This is exciting! I'm glad that you're taking all these great opportunities and enjoying so many different aspects of your new career. You are a real inspiration.

      I am not aware of any sewing events here in Phoenix (other than quilting) but if you ever have an event here, I will be at every one of your classes! (Just be sure to come in the winter!)

      Also I saw on BurdaStyle that you'll be involved in a sew-along soon and I'm looking forward to learning more about that.

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    22. tinaAugust 22, 2011 at 1:03 PM

      I'm almost embarrassed to tell you how super excited I am to meet you at TCC! I'll be taking your class as well, it will be my highlight I'm sure!

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    23. LeighAugust 22, 2011 at 1:26 PM

      Cool! As soon as my studio is done and all my stuff is out of boxes I'm going to take your bombshell class.

      Are you coming to Puyallup, WA in Feb/March?

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    24. reneeAugust 22, 2011 at 3:27 PM

      Burda made a great choice! I wish I was close enough to take a class with you.

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    25. AnadeliaAugust 22, 2011 at 5:00 PM

      Anadede1

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    26. sewsueAugust 22, 2011 at 6:04 PM

      This will be my 6th Novi Expo, I will be there Friday and Saturday morning. I look forward to it each year as it is my favorite place to shop for fabric and interesting notions! Looking forward to seeing your creation in the Passion for Fashion contest.

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    27. OlyveoilAugust 22, 2011 at 6:04 PM

      What an awesome adventure, Gertie! If there is anything such as a fashion or garment sewing expo here in my neck of the woods, I've not heard of them.

      Keep up the excellent work.

      Debbie...(O:
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    28. Paolla WanglonAugust 22, 2011 at 6:16 PM

      You're not, by any chance, coming to Brazil, are you? XD That would be a complete delight! I'm so jealous of the girls who will get to meet you and learn from you personally!

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    29. connieAugust 22, 2011 at 6:26 PM

      Congrats Gertie!!!! Please do Houston and you can't miss SewExpo next March. My Bombshell dress is just about finished and I'm ready to sign up for your next class. I love the dress and learned so much!!!!

      Thanks

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    30. MarenAugust 22, 2011 at 7:50 PM

      So excited to learn about the Sewing Summit! I'll be there! :)

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    31. HillaryAugust 22, 2011 at 8:19 PM

      Congratulations! So many exciting developments.

      I might come to Creative Connection just on a daytripper pass; do you know which day(s) you'll be teaching yet?

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    32. MomberAugust 23, 2011 at 7:41 AM

      I wish you lots of luck with this, Madam! What an excellent choice BurdaStyle has made. Sure wish you could get to the Dallas/Fort Worth area of Texas - I would SO be there!

      Have lots of fun!

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    33. rental mobilAugust 23, 2011 at 11:00 AM

      Nice article, thanks for sharing.

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    34. Sewing PrincessAugust 23, 2011 at 3:00 PM

      well done! congratulations. Any chance you make it over to Europe?

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    35. KarenAugust 24, 2011 at 9:22 AM

      Cool! I go to the Novi sewing expo every year and I'm planning on going that Friday (the 23rd). Haven't decided yet if I'll go to the fashion show. The contestants work area is in the middle of the vendor floor. I'll have to stop by and say hello.

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    36. MariaAugust 24, 2011 at 11:43 AM

      ooooh, I´d love to go! It´s just a little bit far. But if you should ever come to Germany, I´d be so exited to meet you!

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    37. StephanieAugust 24, 2011 at 12:42 PM

      I wish I was going to the sewing shows! It sounds like a whirlwind time! I hope to meet you oneday---I have moved to New Jersey from Texas-- Maybe in the fall after your whirlwind tour! LOve Love Love your blog and your tips-- I have already put into practice!

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    38. AriAugust 25, 2011 at 4:25 AM

      How cool! I don't think I'll be able to attend the Creative Connection, but I live in Minneapolis so if you're looking for a dinner companion or something I'd love to show you our fair Twin Cities!

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    39. Outsourcing Service IndonesiaJune 20, 2012 at 1:47 AM

      Nice dress, i like it!!

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    Thanks for your comments; I read each and every one! xo Gertie

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