One of a kind
July 27, 2009
Don't get all excited. It's not time for the shop update, but I am slowly working my way there.
This camera strap is one of a kind - you won't be seeing this version for sale. I made it for Caroline and it was long, long overdue. You see, she's the type of friend who goes and buys two camera straps from my store to give as gifts even though I had given her strict orders that behavior of that manner was not to happen. Well, she didn't listen. So I made swift promises that her very own strap would be made lickety-split and now, months later, here it is. I'm a bit embarrassed that it took me so long because, really, she's the friend that feeds my cat and takes in my mail and waters the jungle of a garden when we go out of town. Besides that, she listens to me gripe when I have had it up-to-here (imagine me holding my hand way above my head) and she makes me laugh, too. She deserves way more than a silly camera strap or a sample pack of kick butt olive oils. But until I figure out what exactly will fit the bill, a camera strap and olive oils will have to do.
So, I guess what I am saying, besides that I have a fantastic, one of a kind pal, is that the sewing machine and I were reunited this weekend. And that, my friends, is a great thing.
Absolutely wonderful! You two are lucky to have each other.
Posted by: Meg Evans | July 27, 2009 at 08:57 AM
well, then i'm extra happy to be meeting her!
Posted by: sarah | July 27, 2009 at 09:05 AM
awesome camera strap...It's great to have friends like that!
Posted by: Hannah | July 27, 2009 at 09:13 AM
this makes me smile:)
good friends are priceless.
Posted by: martha | July 27, 2009 at 09:28 AM
I did get all excited, actually. I had it in my mind I would buy my Caroline (that's Callie, for real) a strap for her hand-me- down camera.
I'll keep my ears perked up for a shop re-fill!
Nice colors on this one-lucky Caroline!
Posted by: Tara Thayer | July 27, 2009 at 09:39 AM
You guys are lucky to have each other. She's a keeper, that one. And I love how you wrote this. (And this strap feels like her)
Posted by: Tracy | July 27, 2009 at 09:49 AM
That's a cute one! And Caroline is a very deserving friend indeed. :)
Posted by: Sarah Jackson | July 27, 2009 at 10:12 AM
That is a very beautiful camera strap and a beautiful description of your friend.
Posted by: Lia | July 27, 2009 at 10:28 AM
Lovely, lovely, lovely! The colors are just awesome.
Posted by: Shannon | July 27, 2009 at 10:52 AM
I have a friend like that... and she gets homemade baked goods sent to her often :) The camera strap's so cute... she's going to love it!
Posted by: Audrie | July 27, 2009 at 11:06 AM
friends are good. and you are a good friend, too.
Posted by: julia | July 27, 2009 at 11:52 AM
I bet your friend will LOVE it! :D
Posted by: Renee' | July 27, 2009 at 12:08 PM
...reunited and it feels so good...!
Posted by: Sara | July 27, 2009 at 12:28 PM
cutest strap ever!
Posted by: Ellen Patton | July 27, 2009 at 12:29 PM
she is a good one, that caroline. and you are too.
Posted by: emily | July 27, 2009 at 02:53 PM
*Jealous*
Posted by: Jawan | July 27, 2009 at 03:06 PM
I'm sure you are as good a friend for her as she is for you :-)
Posted by: Isa | July 27, 2009 at 04:14 PM
I'm jealous too! It is beautiful.
Posted by: Liz | July 27, 2009 at 04:15 PM
how nice to have a good friend like that. it's a beautiful camera strap. i love the way you do patchwork. :)
Posted by: amandajean | July 27, 2009 at 05:23 PM
Ohh, lucky friend. Lucky you to have the lucky friend. Now I have to make it to the shop in time to get one of those for myself. Or for a good friend. Who wouldn't love one?
Posted by: June | July 27, 2009 at 05:48 PM
Caroline does rock...you two are lucky friends~
Posted by: jessica | July 27, 2009 at 07:42 PM
I am very much looking forward to visiting with your friend when she's in NYC next week!
Posted by: Amy | July 27, 2009 at 10:03 PM
i am thinking that is an absolutely fabulous gift, homemade handmade is always best!
Posted by: darlene | July 28, 2009 at 03:15 AM
How beautiful... the camera strap, you, your friend, your friendship, and your post.
Posted by: Mary | July 28, 2009 at 10:48 AM
Ah! This is fantastic. Do you take special requests in the fabric? I'd SOOO buy one.
Posted by: Rachell | July 28, 2009 at 11:10 AM
Hello there! Its me, Molly, your server from the "the girl and the fig" Sonoma, Ca. I have really, really, enjoyed looking at your blog. I wish that we lived closer because I am sure that you and I would be friends! I love your passion for crafting it reminds me of me. It is very inspiring to see all of your creativity with your children too....Thanks for sharing your website with me!! Take care, Molly
Posted by: Molly Stokeld | July 28, 2009 at 01:10 PM
I'm so glad that you have a friend like that! They are the best aren't they? The strap is beautiful. I'm having my first blog birthday and doing a giveaway. All you have to do is leave a comment, and it's open till Fri. Come on by if you have the time and spread the word!
http://brownrobin.blogspot.com/
Posted by: heather at brown robin | July 28, 2009 at 02:23 PM
Friends like that are wonderful :) I bet she will love her new camera strap! :)
Posted by: Chara Michele | July 28, 2009 at 03:45 PM
And you already know that this post would make me cry. Yep. Sitting on the ferry with big crocodile tears.
You're a keeper girl, that's for sure. xoxox
And this strap couldn't be any more perfect.
Posted by: Caroline | July 28, 2009 at 03:46 PM
The strap, the olive oils and this beautifully written about the appreciation you feel towards your friend, confident & neighbor will tie her over until you find an appropriate gift. It's simply adorable.
Posted by: liza | July 28, 2009 at 10:29 PM
Cute strap!
Posted by: erica | July 29, 2009 at 08:03 AM
I love the vibrant colors of that camera strap beautiful indeed one of a kind.
Posted by: Plumbing Australia | July 29, 2009 at 08:18 AM
Lovely strap, it’s very nice thanks for showing this to us. I’m so excited to see what’s coming next on your blog.
Posted by: Manila Real Estate | July 29, 2009 at 08:19 AM
Very cute strap, I adore the little apple print. I have a feeling your really great pal will love it too!
Posted by: AJ | July 29, 2009 at 06:17 PM
gorgeous as always! love the prints.
i just received my own package from a blog friend in montana today.
i cannot say enough how wonderful good friends are!
Posted by: Treemama | July 29, 2009 at 07:45 PM
oh, i will be reunited with my machine tomorrow. i cannot wait. you must be pleased as punch!
Posted by: dorie | July 29, 2009 at 09:14 PM
Beautiful.
Posted by: tracie | July 29, 2009 at 11:51 PM
i adore your camera straps and was so sad when they sold out so fast a few months ago...are you making more soon?? ...or would you share where you get the leather parts to finish your straps!?
Posted by: Teala | July 31, 2009 at 05:51 PM
I have some in my circle who I feel the same way about. Thankfully, if they are that great, they love in spite of great thinking not quite getting done on time! ;) It's always so nice to hear of wonderful people like your friend. I do believe that most people are good, or want to be and they just don't know how.
Rebecca
Posted by: Rebecca | August 01, 2009 at 07:51 PM