I can’t believe another year has passed. It seems it was just yesterday that I sat down to write my plan for 2013. Now, as I reflect upon that plan, some things I just didn’t get to; but I sure did accomplish many of my objectives and even had some happy surprises along the way.
Just to name a few, this year I…..
Published 35 new patterns
Updated 20 patterns
Established a blog page
Had patterns published in two wonderful digital magazines
Joined Instagram & Twitter
Became part of the Facebook crochet groups community
Reached 4000 Facebook fans
Donated more than 25 handmade items to various charities; most cherished is the work we’ve done through ELK From the Heart.
This journey has been so much fun and I treasure all of the wonderful people I’ve met. My fans and customers are fantastic and there are so many fellow designers who have provided guidance and support along the way.
In particular, I value the friendships I’ve made with a select group of women – you know who you are. These women are incredibly talented, intelligent, generous, supportive and nurturing. They share their talents to help others achieve success and ask nothing in return. I am blessed to have found them and look forward to the continued growth of our friendships in the new year.
Happy New Year to All and may 2014 bring you many blessings!
~Maria~
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It’s been a pleasure working with you and getting to know you! Looking forward to many more projects together!
Liz, thank you and right at back at you! I’m sure there will be many more opportunities this year!
What a blessing you are to those who know you. Happy New Year and CONTINUED success in 2014 to a beautiful person, inside and out.
Pat,
Thank you so much! You are such a terrific person and one of the blessings I count. Much happiness in the new year.