99 Sasaki Bags on the wall, 99 Sasaki Bags.....

Remember that old song we used to sing in the car that drove mom and dad crazy! 99 bottles of beer on the wall...99 bottles of beer. Take one down, pass it around, 98 bottles of beer on the wall. One beer at a time....That is the philosophy of how I am reaching my goal. No! not a drinking goal! A sewing goal!

I am doing quite well with my goal of sewing 90 bags a month this year. Infact, since my last posting here two weeks ago, I have sewn 48 more bags. Most of which are already gone! sold! history! ka-put! The retail store that I sell to here in Kona has just been going crazy. My business has doubled with them since the same time last year. I am just hoping that my customers don't find out that we are in a recession! Shhhh! Its our little secret!

I have also agreed to see how my bags will sell at the Hawaii State Art Museum's Gift Shop. They found me on Etsy and they have placed a small order so we can both see how it works for us. It is in downtown Honolulu. I do anticipate heavy sales there, but time will tell.

I also have some gorgeous paintings by Stephanie Bolton here in my studio, waiting my inspiration. I just can't rush with those. They are so special that I have to take my time and put a lot of thought into each of those bags. I will get atleast one finished this month. The power of determination!

My sister has been reminding me lately about taking care of ourselves. It is important to make a commitment to yourself. If we don't make a commitment to care for ourselves, how do you expect anyone else to? It is okay to have some "all about me" time. Infact it is healthy!

With all that said, I am taking a well deserved day off today! I have an appointment with Dr. Stanley, my chiropractor, and Kim my masseuse for this morning! I may even end up on a beach after that! Just taking a little day off to take care of ME, regroup and do a little day-dreaming.

Have a great day!
a hui hou