Last Sunday was the first official day of the CHA Show. I had most of the day free, so I decided I would spend it walking the show floor and seeing all the great new products the craft industry was introducing. I love walking the floor. It's filled with inspiration!
My biggest thrill of the day was meeting Mary Engelbreit at a book signing in one of the booths. I loved her magazine. (Moment of silence for it's demise.) But, the reason I was really excited to meet her is because she has the success I dream of. I mean she is the QUEEN of licensing her artwork. I believe it's very important to have an icon to look up to when you are working towards your goal and Mary is definately one of mine. So, when I saw the notice that she would be at the show on Sunday, I felt like the universe was whispering in my ear: "You are getting closer to your dreams." (Did I mention how bummed I was that I missed hearing her speak at Silver Bella this year? What a great gift to get a second chance.)
So, when I met her, I told her how she inspired me. I tried not to sound like a gushing, crazed fan. She asked me what kind of artwork I did and I just happened to be wearing a craft apron made from material featuring one of my cupcake illustrations. She said, "It's cute! Good luck!"
So, one icon down, one to go. Anyone know where I can run into Martha Stewart?
3 comments:
Yeah meeting Martha would be the icing on the cake. Isn't Mary such an inspiration?! Miss you too girly!
Sand
I posted about CHA today so come by. and that pic of you? looks totally devine with the retro hair and rose brooch!
wow how totally awesome, ok and whats this about a cupcake apron ?
Martha Stewart is one of my icons too and don't think this is corny but seriously I need to meet you then cause you are my icon too xx
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