Tonight, Mia, Steph and I had a girl’s night out. The guys went out for wings and then off to see a model train exhibit. We went to a Vietnamese restaurant in the Pearl and then off to the Contemporary Craft Museum to see the North West premiere of Handmade Nation, a film produced by Lisa’s good friend, Faythe Levine. Faythe was there for a Q and A after the film. Many of the crafters who were in the film were present at the screening. The film was loads of fun as it was done with a great sense of humor. I recommend the film, if you get a chance to view it. Mia realised that she was the only kid there, but she said she thought most kids her age would not enjoy it as much as she did. A bonus was a swag bag containing all kinds of goodies, including postcards with work by Lisa Congdon.

Speaking of Lisa, she and Wilfredo are now gracing the cover of a book.

This Japanese book company has published books of photos of kitchens all across the world. The latest is San Francisco. Lisa’s is featured and she and Wilfredo were chosen for the cover.

Not to be outdone, Stephanie and Maria are being interviewed about their book, A Year of Mornings, by the BBC at 3:30 am Pacific Time. I don’t know when it is actually airing. Apparently, a couple of London newspapers have featured the book and so they are getting some good press over there.

And, I have not been idle. I am well into the spring cleaning of my studio. I finished the kitchen/dye room this morning. We assembled my new stainless steel table. It is just the right size for my little room.

I reorganized and cleaned up about one third of the main studio room. I also received about 25 registrations in the mail and by phone yesterday, so you know I will be back at the computer. But, what a beautiful day it was and we are promised more this week-end. Love the sunshine.