24 Oct Open House!
Testing, testing, 123……….
I’m home at last! How do you like it?
It’s a mansion compared to my last site, and I invite you to roam around at your leisure 🙂
I’ve been in no man’s land for several days, and have learned many readers have already seen the new site. I could see it too but had no access.
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The ‘Great Sewing Sites’ page is currently under construction, and I would so appreciate your help in creating a comprehensive page of inspirational sewing links. Please let me know your favorite sites to visit for I believe discovering and sharing stimulating blogs and creative sites is one of the best parts of blogging!
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As I continue to sew, I also plan to share with you my interviews with leaders from the sewing industry. Next week, Vogue pattern designer, Marcy Tilton launches this new facet of Goodbye Valentino.
Who would you like to read about?
Blogging from my new host should be lots of fun for all, but please let me know if you encounter a snafu in navigating my new site.
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Many thanks dear Readers for your lovely support. I hope you know blogging would be an impossibility without you 😉
More soon !
Jessica
Posted at 14:31h, 24 OctoberThis is great! I love it!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 14:35h, 24 OctoberThanks, Jessica!
Jill Jardine
Posted at 14:50h, 24 OctoberAn elegant new layout. Look forward to seeing all your new creations.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:02h, 26 OctoberThank you, Jill!
Myra
Posted at 14:57h, 24 OctoberI really love the new blog, Sarah! The layout is so nice! Inspires me to update!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:03h, 26 OctoberThank you so much, Myra!
Myra
Posted at 15:02h, 24 October….OOPS, almost forgot! Thanks so much for the promo photo! I was so excited to see myself connected with such a great lady’s work! Now I have to get busy and work on my image! As always, thank you for all the great inspirations!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:06h, 26 OctoberMyra, I had help with some of the pages and this was one. I was delighted to see your pretty photo on the header!!
Kristina
Posted at 15:19h, 24 OctoberI love the new blog! I would love to see you feature an interview with Susan Khalje.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:07h, 26 OctoberThank you, Kristina – Susan is on my list too!! 🙂
Art Attack
Posted at 15:31h, 24 OctoberGreat new look, Sarah! Classic and classy, just like you. Hugs, dorcas
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:07h, 26 OctoberMany thanks, Dorcas! Did you finish your SK garment?
SunGold
Posted at 15:37h, 24 OctoberThe new site is elegant and beautiful. I look forward to your new content, and in particular the sewing sites links.
If I may, a couple of comments as an avid sewing blog reader. Collapse the archive and tag links. It’s great to be able to easily find older posts, but in some blogs, I have to scroll too long to get to the links…which I love!
For what it’s worth, I’m not a big fan of the rolling splash at the head of the page. It appears on a lot of pages, but imho it forces me to scroll down too far before getting to content.
These are personal opinions. Another personal opinion is that your video “About” is fantastic. I love the capsule history of your evolution as a sewista.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:09h, 26 OctoberThank you, Sungold! Great advice which I will seriously consider once I get my bearings on the new site 😉
SunGold
Posted at 15:39h, 24 OctoberThe new site is elegant and beautiful. I look forward to your new content, and in particular the sewing sites links.
If I may, a couple of comments as an avid sewing blog reader. Collapse the archive and tag links. It’s great to be able to easily find older posts, but in some blogs, I have to scroll too long to get to the links…which I love!
For what it’s worth, I’m not a big fan of the rolling splash at the head of the page. It appears on a lot of pages, but imho it forces me to scroll down too far before getting to content.
These are personal opinions. Another personal opinion is that your video “About” is fantastic. I love the capsule history of your evolution as a sewista.
OOPS. Finally, I tried posting this, but was directed to a page that told me I forgot to enter my name and email. It had no links or obvious method of progress. I back-spaced to the comments, filled in the name and email info, submitted again, but was directed to a new pages stating I’d already posted that. Hmmm…this may be out of your control, but I thought you should know.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:10h, 26 OctoberSungold – I think this problem is worked out. I hope it is…….. bear with me and let me know if it’s not. Thank you !
Anelise Newman
Posted at 16:06h, 24 OctoberYour gallery section is awesome! I love being able to scroll through and see all the lovely clothes you’ve made!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:11h, 26 OctoberMany thanks, Anelise 🙂 I love this page too!
Fiona M
Posted at 16:09h, 24 OctoberThe new website is great – everything is so clear and easy to read, and the photos look wonderful!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:17h, 26 OctoberThank you, Fiona! I absolutely LOVE the last MSN dress – sorry I haven’t left you a comment yet. It is fantastic 🙂
Patti Hall
Posted at 16:22h, 24 OctoberI love the new look and look forward to exploring all I see. Have one suggestion: Is the first line a typo? “I home at last?”
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 21:29h, 24 OctoberLOL! You see what happens when I turn off spell check! Many thanks, Patti!
Barbara gray
Posted at 17:59h, 24 OctoberLooks great very elegant! You dissappeared from my reader for a while. Glad I found you again, wouldn’t want to miss any of your gorgeous makes.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:18h, 26 OctoberOops! Sorry to have disappeared but I’m happy to know we are re-connected 🙂
Alicia A.
Posted at 18:02h, 24 OctoberOh…I love the new site. So fancy and sophisticated, just like you.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:18h, 26 OctoberAw……… that’s so sweet 🙂 🙂
Rhoda K
Posted at 18:05h, 24 OctoberVery nice! Looking forward to future posts.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:19h, 26 OctoberThanks so much, Rhoda!!
Doris Sauer
Posted at 18:21h, 24 OctoberLove the new site, I have been following your sewing year and it inspired me to get back into my sewing, so far I made all my dresses in the summer, now I am working on my winter wardrobe, I always look to you for inspiration. Looking forward to your new makes….
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:20h, 26 OctoberThank you for this nice comment, Doris! I’m alwys inspired when I learn I’ve inspired someone to sew 🙂
Elaine S
Posted at 18:27h, 24 OctoberGreat new site — so attractive and easy to navigate. I look forward to your interviews. Have you thought of interviewing some of your RTW Fasters? I have browsed some of their websites at times, but there are SO many of them. With the year coming to an end, I’d love to see a feature about their experiences
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:22h, 26 OctoberElaine,
Thank you! Some RTW Fasters will be writing guest posts 🙂 Can’t wait to read all about their year!
Susan Pitcher
Posted at 19:43h, 24 OctoberYou continue to be a great inspiration to all of us. Thank you so much. Since you are a Craftsy fan, how about an interview with Suzy Furrer. I am totally hooked on her pattern drafting classes and enjoy moving my sewing from pattern/design/fit to fit/design/pattern. This has opened up a whole new world and I love the fact that my clothes now fit from the start! Or at least pretty close to it and much better than any commercial patterns. I still buy commercial patterns for their inspiration and for puzzling out a design…I am no where near that smart.
Happy sewing! Susan
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:23h, 26 OctoberSusan,
I have just signed up for her class – we are on the same wavelength for sure!!
Diana
Posted at 19:45h, 24 OctoberLove the layout of the new site, my only critique is that I am finding the images in the gallery slow to load.
I would love you to interview Anita from Well Suited there may be a slight problem as she is based in Australia !! but her site is facinating., and her designs are just gorgeous.. You continue to inspire and encourage me to sew, thanks so much.I would say that it was your blog that first encouraged me back to the sewing machine and get sewing again especially when I saw your version of Stylearcs Abby Cardi, that was it never looked back
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:25h, 26 OctoberThank you for this great comment, Diana! I will check out Anita from well suited for sure!
Judy Walker
Posted at 19:45h, 24 OctoberJust wonderful Sarah, really enjoy your blog.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:25h, 26 OctoberThank you so much, Judy!!!
Vanessa Thomas
Posted at 19:46h, 24 OctoberI love the new site too! It looks sophisticated and classy, like you, yet approachable. I think everything is also easier to find and appreciate! Somehow I am one of the 2014 RTW fasters that got left off of the list. I was on the old site, but didn’t see myself on the new one.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:27h, 26 OctoberVanessa,
Thank you for your comment, and I’m so sorry you were left off. I had some help transferring the sites and will get you back on the page 🙂
Cheryl Scott
Posted at 20:15h, 24 OctoberIt is just beautiful, Sarah! I haven’t been too active with sewing or blogging this year, even though I took the NO RTW challenge. I started a new job, and just didn’t feel I could keep up. But I have been following your wonderful, inspirational blog and the new site is wonderful. Not sure if this is where you wanted us to offer suggestions, but I hope you will include La Petite Josette in your Great Sewing Blogs section. Her site is fresh and delightful. Thanks for your continued blogging!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:28h, 26 OctoberThank you, Cheryl! I can’t wait to learn more about La Petite Josette!
Leigh
Posted at 20:21h, 24 OctoberI always enjoy your blog, no matter where it is. Perhaps it is just me, but your posts always display centered. It’s a bit distracting. The content is always great though – congratulations on your new site!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:29h, 26 OctoberHi Leigh! Many thanks for the comment. It’s true I center my posts but they look a little different being centered on the new blog. I”m sure I’ll find a balance soon 😉
Jan
Posted at 20:21h, 24 OctoberPlease include StyleARC patterns site in AU as part of your site. One of your creations inspired me to sew their fashions and I am thrilled with their designs and friendly way of helping and doing business. Thanks! (And I LOVE your new site!)
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:30h, 26 OctoberWill do , Jan! I too love Style Arc 🙂 Many thanks for the comment!
Deborah Penner
Posted at 23:17h, 24 OctoberLove the new site, but had difficulty finding it. Was only able to locate the new blog through PatternReview. The message I got by email connected me with the old site. Mood Network did not help either. It may be that a link for the new site needs to be sent to the list of subscribers.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:31h, 26 OctoberUGH….. thanks for letting me know, Deborah. I’m hoping you were trying to get on during the transfer period. It should be complete now, so let me know if you still have trouble. The link is the same. https://www.goodbyevalentino.com
Jeannie Crockett
Posted at 02:14h, 25 OctoberLove most of the new look! Very elegant and very much like I picture you.The only thing I don’t like is the center justification—I think it is more difficult to read. Not to worry, it is probably just a personal preference and won’t stop me from following. You are very inspiring.
Marysia Paling
Posted at 10:19h, 25 OctoberCongratulations on your new home, its beautiful!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:32h, 26 OctoberThank you, Marysia!
Ginger
Posted at 21:22h, 25 OctoberWow, looks great! How exciting!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:32h, 26 OctoberThank you, Ginger – it truly is exciting!
Joen Venitsky
Posted at 22:56h, 25 OctoberNew site looks great looking forward to following along on your sewing adventures!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:33h, 26 OctoberMany thanks, Joen!
Nancy Settle
Posted at 02:22h, 26 OctoberI love your new site – it’s so beautiful and professional! And very “you”!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:33h, 26 OctoberThank you so much, Nancy!! I’m very pleased 🙂
Linda
Posted at 03:20h, 26 OctoberVery nice! And loaded with surprises! I could get lost in here!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 16:34h, 26 OctoberLOL! I do get a little lost when I open the door to some of the pages 😉 Many thanks for your comment, Linda!
Joy
Posted at 16:44h, 26 OctoberI just hopped on over from Marcy Tilton’s website and I’m delighted to discover your blog. I am doing much the same. Not the blogging, but I decided a short while ago that I will not purchase anymore ready made clothing for a year – and hopefully longer. It’s only clothing handmade by me from now on. I am already receiving such positive feedback from my friends and even requests to “make me one.” I’m excited to explore your new web environs and get even more inspiration. Thanks for sharing.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:05h, 28 OctoberThank you so much, Joy for your comment! How I love Marcy Tilton’s creative genius and energy 🙂
When I started sewing my clothes, I heard similar comments and it’s true – we sew what we want to wear, not what we can find to wear. Have fun!
TOS
Posted at 18:33h, 26 OctoberThe banner is lovely, but I do find center-aligned text more difficult to read and unattractive. It’s particularly distracting in RSS feed readers.
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:06h, 28 OctoberThank you for your feedback TOS. Can’t explain why I’m attracted to center aligned text for the blog…… maybe due to the photos 😉
Kathie Bennett
Posted at 19:45h, 26 OctoberBest Blog on the Web!!!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:07h, 28 OctoberThank you, Kathie!
SHARI REVEAL
Posted at 16:01h, 27 OctoberI always look forward to reading your blog. I learn so much from your successes and really like it when you explain a problem. Sewing is learning!
goodbyevalentino
Posted at 12:08h, 28 October………. non-stop learning in my experience! Many thanks for your nice comment, Shari!