Canvas and Leather Messenger bags. I made a few and took them to Penelope Lane Boutique in Long Beach on Saturday. Before I could do a photoshoot or list them in the shop, they sold out. I even got orders for some because they watched people snag theirs before they could grab them. Holy moly man!
That being said, there will be no shop update today. Instead, I want to tell you about how blessed I felt walking away from the boutique.
I always leave shows so excited, having met people I chat with on twitter. Connecting with people I have met at other shows or am meeting for the first time. I am so filled with joy when friends come out. I have a few friends that make it to nearly every show, just to stop by, say hello and the unspoken words of I believe in you and support you. My heart is always so full.
This show was extra special. I had two of you, my readers, stop by my booth. I know that when I write here, that you are out there but meeting people in person always amazes me. There are real people out there, that come here to hear what I have to say. This humbled me. Like big time.
Who am I that anyone would come and read? It was a reminder that I have a voice. That my God has given me an arena to share His name. To speak truth and give witness to what He has done and is doing. Humbled. Blessed. Overjoyed.
As I walked away from the boutique, I knew that it wasn't about the sales. That it isn't about numbers or pageviews here. It isn't about me, or the words I type. It all comes back to Him. He has used me and this little blog in mighty ways. He will continue to do that. Even in my random posts, He will move. Our God is good like that. He can use us when we don't even know we are being used.
So here I am, a vessel. Ready to do His will.
Oh friend! This post seriously has me smiling ear to ear! You are so wonderful, and have such a voice, a voice of a loving mother, an amazing wife, a fantastic friend, a daughter, a sister, a handmade artist, but most of all and most definitely most important, a daughter of our King, a princess. You rocked the show!!! You just rock! :o)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much. It is so easy to get wrapped up in numbers and dollar signs. I love hearing that still small voice reminding me that He is using lil ol me.
DeleteI love love love you friend! And do I spy a pallet art sign....SWOON! We love power tools! LOL
ReplyDeleteYou sure do. Hubby and a friend helped out with this one. We are legit with power tools though.
DeleteIt is always so refreshing to see bloggers living out their faith with such boldness! Thank you!
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