Sep
3
2009

A Reminder to Stop and Smell the Roses!

I just love this photo by Kwitham of Etsy. Its caption reads:”A Perfect Rose”:
~ We all need to be reminded to stop and smell the roses… ~


And something to ponder….

Washington , DC Metro station on a cold January morning in 2007. the man with a violin played six Bach pieces for about 45 minutes. During that time approx 2 thousand people went through the station, most of them on their way to work. After 3 minutes a middle aged man noticed there was a musician playing. He slowed his pace, stopped for a few seconds and then hurried to meet his schedule.

4 minutes later….

The violinist received his first dollar: a woman threw the money in the hat and, without stopping, continued to walk…

6 minutes:

A young man leaned against the wall to listen to him, then looked at his watch and started walking again…
10 minutes:

A 3 year old boy stopped but his mother tugged him along hurriedly. the kids stopped to look at the violinist again, but the mother pushed hard and the child continued to walk, turning his head all the time. This action was repeated by several other children. Every parent, without exception, forced their children to move on quickly.
45 minutes:

The musician played continuously. Only 6 people stopped and listened for a short while. About 20 gave money but continued to walk at their normal pace. the man collected a total of $32.

1 hour:

He finished playing and silence took over. No one noticed. No one applauded, nor was there any recognition.

No one knew this, but the violinist was Joshua Bell, one of the greatest musicians in the world. he played one of the most intricate pieces ever written, with a violin worth $3.5 million. Two days before Joshua Bell sold out a theatre in Boston where the seats averaged $100.

This is a true story. Joshua Bell playing incognito in the metro station was organised by the Washington Post as part of a social experiment about perception, taste and people’s priorities.

The questions raised:

In a common place environment at an appropriate hour, do we perceive beauty?

Do we stop to appreciate it?

Do we recognise talent in an unexpected context?

One possible conclusion reached from this experiment could be this:

If we do not have a moment to stop and listen to one of the best musicians in the world, playing some of the finest music ever written, with one of the most beautiful instruments ever made…

How many other things are we missing?

xx Sanch

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Aug
31
2009

“Let Go”

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I found this piece of writing by an unknown author, and I really liked it as it I felt it was something I needed to remind myself of…

To “let go” does not mean to stop caring, it means I can’t do it for someone else. To “let go” is not to enable, but to allow the realization I can’t control another. To “let go” is to admit powerlessness, which means the outcome is not in my hands. To “let go” is not to try to change or blame another, it is to make the most of myself. To “let go” is not to care for, but to care about. To “let go” is not to fix, but to be supportive. To “let go” is not to judge, but to allow another to be a human being. To “let go” is not to be in the middle of arranging all the outcomes, but to allow others to affect their own destinies. To “let go” is not to be protective, it is to permit another to face reality. To “let go” is not to deny, but to accept. To “let go” is not to nag, scold, or argue, but instead to search out my own shortcomings & to correct them. To “let go” is not to adjust everything to my desires, but to take each day as it comes, & to cherish myself in it. To “let go” is not to criticize & regulate anybody, but to try to become what I dream I can be. To “let go” is not to regret the past, but to grow & to live for the future. To “let go” is to fear less & to love more.

xx Sanch

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Aug
31
2009

I love…

beachI love…..

  • The smell of roses, vanilla and mango’s
  • The colour of fuchsia’s
  • Beach, sand and waves swirling over my feet
  • Gecko’s chirping
  • Beautiful fabrics in natural fibers
  • Impressionist art
  • My husband
  • My babies
  • Hugs
  • Warm summer days
  • Fish and chips near the water
  • Corgi’s, especially my Cinni
  • Strawberries
  • A hot chocolate on a cold winter’s night
  • The sound of a flute, played beautifully
  • Feeling loved

What things do you love?

xx Sanch

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Aug
29
2009

Dream Studio

So the bunny found a home, and so did I. My little spot in Brisbane with my family, Hubby, Z and bubba on the way. We moved 18 months ago and have been making the house “our home”. In that process has been a new kitchen, minor reno’s e.g. painting, an overhaul in the garden..oh so fun!, and now on the list is my studio..very excited about this one.

This area will be in sharing with the dining area as its open plan. So far it will include: new built ins  (which will be home to a computer station, fabric and craft), sewing and cutting desk, dress form, inspiration and display wall and an area for Z and Bub to play, read, enjoy and be near by. The main goal – a place for everything that needs to be in that area, as I am a neat freak :) . I have been scouring with curiosity pics of other peoples studio’s. I find it interesting to have a glimpse into where some of the wonderful treasures that are made take life. So for your interest I shall share with you as my studio transforms. Here is is now…

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I have many ideas from seeing how others have planned their spaces, so I will use some of those to make mine pretty. I look forward to that stage, the finishing touches, perfecting it :) .

Hope you enjoy as it takes shape. In the meantime tho check out some on these very cool and inspiring studio’s


Also have a look at these blogger’s wonderful studio’s, 1. Tree Fall Design’s, 2. Yvestown, and 3. Made by Lova

xx Sanch

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Aug
23
2009

A vision, a plan!

“everything has to start with a vision, an idea of how you would like your life or things to be and you have to have a goal to go further with that idea”

Just upon drafting out my own “vision” for my business I came across this inspiring article and many others like it over the last few days of the creative artisans we have in our midst not only in Australia but right here in Brisbane.

I spent the last week working on my new website for ‘Sanchia’, what will soon become my online store. It feels like such an exciting time in my life. I feel inspired like never before. Now just to harness that and carry it through. Hence the planning and setting of goals. Its frustrating as I have so many ideas racing around my head it keeps me awake at night…I have been dreaming about designs, fabrics and all the other projects I am looking forward to. “Why now?”  I keep asking myself…”why not 6 months ago or 2 years ago”. Ah i guess it just didn’t happen then, other things did. But today is better than tomorrow…so here it is..my dream, my vision…taking shape in front of me…slowly but surely. And my main goal…to just enjoy it, see what happens and to work through the challenging times I know will come along. These are the times when I grow the most.

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I came across this amazing conceptual photograph in my wanderings  across the net. It’s entitled “Plans”, and the caption that goes with it is: Do we enjoy the little steps to complete our desires? What do the hatch-marks in planning mean to us? In the end, I think it’s the journey that is important.

To have my own label, to share what I love doing, to create something beautiful has been a vision for a long time. The time I have spent learning what I know from life, my career, everywhere, has been part of my journey to do what I am doing now and with confidence. Never see anything as a waste of time or effort, put your all into whatever you do, even if it is to realise that it wasn’t for you. I hope that this or something inspires you to challenge yourself and follow your vision and love the journey!

xx Sanch

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Aug
23
2009

“Spring,spring,spring!”…..

With spring just around the corner its an exciting time of year. I love the prospect of warmer days and less layers. Its the most beautiful time in the garden when things really come to life in bud or flower. It means summer isn’t far and that is the most inspiring time of year for me with my designs as I love the whole resort wear vibe. So there will be some new and exciting treasures in my store for the long lazy days of summer :) .

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And of course it means the bunny is going to find a home of his own!

HomeforabunnyCheck out some of these cute products for spring: Spring Garden Butterfly Clip and Spring Garden Earrings

What does spring mean for you?

xx Sanch

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Aug
23
2009

Website now open!

Welcome to the new ‘Sanchia’ site. The blog is now up and I will be posting regularly. I hope you enjoy a glimpse into my world.

In the near future my online shop will have unique and beautiful clothing and accessories available for purchase. I will keep you posted via the blog as I work on new creations. Subscribe to the blog posts via RSS or twitter, or sign up for an account and you can be notified via email.

Enjoy,

xx Sanch

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