Date: 2/21/10 8:44 PM

Before I go any further, a little recap, since it's been so long. In May of last year, I shared this wonderful news with you.

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Are you ready for some GREAT news? There is a going to be a PatternReview BOOK! Yes, that's right guys. We are going to be in PRINT! Our very own PatternReview book. Here's some background. Last year I was contacted by a publisher with an idea to write a book. After months of pondering and then hours of brainstorming, we came up with what we think is going to be a "ROCKING" book. How many of us read pattern directions in bed? Well after this book is published we'll be able to read PR in bed too! About the Book ----------------- The book, tentatively titled "Best of PatternReview.com: Favorite Shortcuts and Tips from Sewing Fans and Master Teachers" will be a collection of some of the best hands-on insider sewing tips from PatternReview.com. The book will be organized into chapters that reflect the different stages of the sewing experience — from planning and organizing to sewing on the final button and bead. Master Teachers ------------------- It will also include five special how-to features by PatternReview.com's master teachers and pattern designers, who regularly conduct online chats and workshops -- Kenneth King, Susan Khalje, Sarah Veblen, Shannon Gifford, and Anna Mazur. I am honored to have tips from our members and articles from these teachers be a part of this book. Not-For-Profit --------------- I must also mention that this will be a not-for-profit project for me and I intend to donate any royalties - a very small percentage of the wholesale price of books sold AFTER 7,500 copies are sold - to a charity (to be picked later). The entire signing bonus I receive from the publisher will be distributed to the members whose tips will be published in this book. This project is a significant undertaking and it will take months of effort to pull the book together however this will be worth it and TOTALLY AWESOME! Contributors ------------ The editor and I have gone through all the tips submitted to PatternReview.com and have selected the ones which fit with the vision of the book. In reading the tips I was just amazed by the talent here on PR and I cannot wait to see your names in PRINT. That is, only IF YOU WANT! We have selected quite a few tips and at this point all the selected contributors have been e-mailed. So please take a minute and check your e-mail and your private messages here on PR. Also check your spam/bulk mail folder just to make sure that it didn't get stuck there. The deadline for responding is May 18th so if you were notified and you want your tip(s) in the book, please do respond by May 18th. I must re-iterate that without your approval we will not publish your tips in the book. The more I think about it, the more it's clear. This is a GOOD thing and YOU can help make it HAPPEN! Lets celebrate this milestone together! A TOAST.... TO ALL PatternReview Members. To the generosity and kindness of sewing members all around the world and Lastly to the friendships and bonds we have all formed right here on PatternReview!

A lot has happened behind the scenes since then. But here's the good news - The book is ready! Well, almost. Last Friday I received the first draft of the book reading which made it all VERY REAL!

There are 1,000 tips contributed by over 400 members - YOU in this book. Not to mention the FIVE fabulous Master Teacher segments. I am getting ready for my trip to Puyallup, but I quickly snapped a few shots to show you what it looks like. Isnt it pretty?











Not-For-Profit
I've decided to donate the royalties from this book to National Breast Cancer Foundation

If you are meeting me in Puyallup, you can see it in person! We are meeting at SewBaby booth #301 at 5PM on Thursday and at Sewitup.com booth #500 on Friday at 5PM.

So Congratulations you all. This is happening. All further updates will be posted on this topic so stay tuned. This is just the beginning!

Update April 10th, 2010

At this point all the contributors in the book have been informed that their tip has been chosen to be published in the book.

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This book is a not-for-profit project for me as an individual and I do not speak for the publisher or anyone else on this.

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I will distribute 100% of my author's fee - $5000 as an honorarium between all the contributors for the 1,000 tips which are being published in this book. So depending on how many of each contributor's tips are published in the book, they can expect to recieve $5/tip.

As of April 10th, 2010 I have received $1,000 from the publisher and I hope to receive the rest in the next two months.

In addition to the $5,000 mentioned above I will get a royalty for the book from them which kicks in after a certain number of copies are sold. Besides these funds I have not received any other kind of compensation from the publisher or anyone else for this project.

When the royalty checks come in, they will go in their entirety to National Breast Cancer Foundation.

Update April 26th

The book has gone to the printers. The final proof will be sent to me in two weeks.

Many of you have expressed an interest in pre-ordering the book. If you wish to place an order for the book now, you can do so at Amazon.com at the reduced price:

Date: 2/21/10 8:54 PM

Looks fabulous, I definitely want a copy. As a breast cancer survivor I am elated to hear of the profit donations to NBCF. Kudos to you Deepika.

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It is common sense to take a method and try it. If it fails, admit it frankly and try another. But above all, try something. ~ Franklin D Roosevelt 1843
Janome 19606 ,Janome My Excel 4023, Brother 1034D, White 1750C, Kenmore 158.1803, White 764, Brother 780D.

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Date: 2/21/10 9:01 PM

I can't wait to put my hands on this book. It looks very well presented, and I can only imagine how helpful it is going to be. What a great idea!

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Before joining PR: 1 sewing machine
Since joining PR: 6 sewing machines, kilometers of stash and tons of fun

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Reply to Deepika
Date: 2/21/10 9:02 PM

Very impressive! I think we all truly appreciate the incredible amount of work this has been for you, and the wonderful charitable gesture this donation will be.

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Date: 2/21/10 9:12 PM

This is SO beautiful!! I can't wait to get one. Thanks Deepika and everyone who contributed. Laura

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Date: 2/21/10 9:16 PM

I want to buy a book NOW please!! What a perfectly wonderful thing you've done! Candie

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Perchie ~ Candie Sweaza

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Date: 2/21/10 9:17 PM

WOW !!! It looks beautifully presented !
Well done Deepika
Vonne

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Vonne ºOº Brisbane Australia
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Date: 2/21/10 9:19 PM

Will we be able to pre-order? And when?

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Total Stash at end of 2010 -- 667.75 yards
2011 Total Items Sewn -- 12.125 (yay!)
Remaining current stash, including new purchases -- 662.13

Lucy is now having trouble fitting her stash in her sewing room. She is on a self-inflicted stash diet for all of 2011, with a goal of ending 2011 with less stash than she began with!

Machines: Babylock Ellisimo; Viking Platinum 770; Brother 900D
Serger: Baby Lock Evolve

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Reply to Deepika
Date: 2/21/10 9:20 PM

It looks wonderful. I can hardly wait to get a copy. I lost my sister to breast cancer and I am delighted with your choice to donate proceeds to NBCF and help keep the fight going!

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Date: 2/21/10 9:34 PM

Wow, it looks beautiful, I can't wait. And as a BC survivor I'm thrilled that the proceeds will be going to this wonderful cause. I raise my glass to you and all your hard work!

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http://sewqwk.blogspot.com/

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