Yay! I did it. Live TV. Of course, I forgot to bring a camera, so all I have is this goofball shot from my cell phone. But, hey, it works. They already have the segment up on the internet. Now you guys can see how tired I look from many near-all-nighters this week (fabrics, fabrics, fabrics).
I was their featured "mom-preneur." The set was surprisingly mellow and everything was easy-peasy. I’ve always loved the hubbub of film and tv. I wanted to get in there and start wheeling cameras around, then have my shot at that teleprompter. How do those things work, anyhow? Fun, fun.
So here’s what to do. Follow this link and then look for the scroll-box on the right. Select the clip called, "5/15 Sonoran Living Segment 5." And there I am. Then, come back and shout, "Huzzah!"
Go easy on me.
xo–Heather
5/19 Update: It looks like the video is now offline. I’ll contact the station and see if there’s any way to post it directly on my blog. I’ll let you know if I hear anything.
5/25 Update: Oh, look, it’s still on ABC’s server. Here’s the link.
How awsome!!! I think it would be so fun to be on TV but also very scary. I hope we get to see it tomorrow. Keep us posted.
You look great Heather! I’m glad you were not nervous!
OMG I’d have been terrified… well done to you! Things are really taking off for you lately and you deserve it all with the amount of work you put in.
How exciting Heather! Do you have a link to the website it may be on?
http://www.abc15.com/content/sonoranliving/story.aspx?content_id=f38e7fbe-250f-41b7-b074-2d65ecd74d52#top and you are in segment 5.
So nice to see a living person behind the website 🙂
LOVE THESE , DIFFERENT THEN WHATS OUT THERE NOW!
Thanks, Irene! I’ve added the link into the post.
I watched it. You look great, and not nervous at all! Funny – you have an Australian accent when I read your blog. Hehe.
Hooray for the pear pattern on its way!!!
Well done Heather.
xx
Oddly, I wasn’t nervous – glad that came across. Lack of nerves on TV has got to be some sort of milestone, right?
Fantastic Heather! Congratulations!
You did great, Heather! Saw you LIVE!! You’re amazing, girl….love the little piggy doll………sooo cute. :)) I’m sure Charlotte loves it, too.
Heather, you were beautiful and composed and are SUCH an inspiration…Three cheers for you!
Yeah Heather!! You were great. So awesome to see you in 3-D form : ) Congratulations!
Are you in Phoenix then? I won a contest 2 years ago to have a room makeover and have the video of it. I love that show! I’m in Mesa 🙂
alright! you are just an natural in front of the camera. It was fun to be able to see you live, hear your voice, etc. Your new patterns sound and look wonderful! CAn’t wait! thank you for being such an inspiration for women out there!
Hi Heather! You were great on TV! You were so natural and poised. I love the toys you made. Everything looked so fun and fresh! Lucky us that there are patterns and a book on the way!
Nicely done!
I just found your website the other day and I am so inspired by you! I launched my jewelry line, http://www.leviticusjewelry.com about a year and a half ago when my daughter was born. Seeing your success really gives me hope that I will be able to continue to make a living doing what I love to do while not missing a beat of my daughters milestones.
I don’t think I’ve ever commented, and yet I love your fabrics so much ! but this time I wanted to say CONGRATULATIONS ! you’re great ! France loves you, too !
Heather! I can’t wait to buy some patterns! I love the stackable ring idea…oh, let’s be honest, I’ll end up with all of them. 🙂 How cool that you were on tv showing off your fabric!!!
Ohhhh my godness, you are so cute, stop it!
delurking to tell you well done, splendid and you go mama!
Oh Man! I wish I had known about it, I live here in the Valley of the Sun and would to have liked to watch it live.
How exciting!
FAbulous! Love the whole thing. 🙂
Very nice tv segment. You are so personable and composed on live camera! I discovered your blog through a google search for “free headband pattern” two days ago. What a beautiful blog! I was up way past my bedtime looking and admiring and my husband wanted to know what I was so excited about. Our only daughter (she has three older brothers) sported her first headband today. Cute as a button! Thank you for sharing your talents with the world. I wish you tremendous success and I look forward to purchasing your fabrics and patterns. Go girl!
Wow! I am so proud! Which I know is weird, since I don’t actually know you apart from the blog, but it’s just so cool to see all the awesome things you’re doing with your creativity and determination. I’m still down on the just-starting-out end and I can’t tell you how inspiring and awesome it is for you to share all this with us. THANK YOU!
What’s next, a segment on Martha Stewart??? No jokes, I will keep my eyes and ears open for you!
Heather, you were great! Congratulations on your beautiful fabric line and adorable patterns.
You did a great job Heather! I cant wait to get my hands on those patterns! Theyre wonderful!!!
Also de-lurking to say congrats on great segment! I’m an avid reader of your blog and happy to see things going well for you. Thank you for sharing it with all of us!
Superb job — both in front of the camera and in your studio! The sampling of sewing projects was so inspirational — and gorgeous. Any lack of sleep didn’t show a bit. You looked great!
You were poised and easy in front of the camera. I do have one question though…just how teeny is Stephanie Sandoval?!
As requested, “Huzzah!!!!” How fun for you and a great look at your fabrics and new patterns. As we used to say, “Keep on Truck’en”.
Oh, Heather! that was fantastic! I work on a show much like that one here in Nashville, and see people all the time–and you were wonderful. That host was slightly annoying, but that’s the name of the game.
congrats!
p.s. I like you ever so slightly more if that’s possible just because you’re tall. I’m 5’12” myself!
What an inspiration you are!
Heather, you are not only extremely talented, but you are also very beautiful, as well. Thank you for being such an amazing role model for those of us who visit your site everyday just to scoop up some inspiration to keep us pursuing our bliss. Thank you for sharing the video. I cannot wait to purchase your new patterns and hopefully I will get some of your fabric really soon. You are my SHERO!!!
Congratulations darling girl! What a fabulous job you have done! I can’t wait to see all your yummy *smile* new projects!!
Hugs!
You did great – I love the patterns – I can’t wait for the pear pattern and the baby ring toy – my daughter would love that and what a great baby shower present!! Hope you get those patterns out soon!! I just got two boxes in the mail with your fabric – I’m so excited – I don’t know what I want to use them for first!!
I saw it live since I’m local. I think you did an amazing job!!! HUZZAH!
That was so FUN! You must be flying two feet off the ground today! Congratulations! All of your samples looked amazing! The pig is ADORABLE! I can’t wait for patterns! I just bought the magazine with the pincushion pattern today and I can’t wait to make it! You are an amazing role model for all of us moms out there! Thank you!
I am so proud of you! What a darling…congratulations!
Yippee! You did great, heres to more Heather-TV!
Will miss you in NYC! Hope the fabric is movin’!
xoxo, AM
You were great! Thanks for the link, and the inspiration!
Major props to you, you’re a natural on TV! I was thrilled to find some of your fabric at a sewing and crafts show recently, and picked up some fat quarters for inspiration. I actually blogged about you and your site earlier this month, not because you need the publicity (my dozen or so readers), but because you are just a great read! I look forward to seeing your patterns and book when they come out.
oh this is so fantastic! you did a great job – looks like it was fun…and you looked adorable…
can’t wait for your patterns to come out!
Love your fabrics. I am so surprised that you live in Gilbert! I am in Chandler. It was fun to see the things that you have been working on, just beautiful. I am still very excited for the pear pin cushion pattern.
Advice – You’re a very pretty woman, but your fringe is cut waaay too short which looks too harsh for your face.
::delurking::
YAY! Congratulations! It’s so nice to see you on TV and to match your actual voice to the blog’s.
You’re truly an inspiration!
Huzzah!!!! Congrats on a great job on your segment. PLEASE tell me that cute pig is going to be one of your patterns!
Yep – I like short bangs. At least, for now.
And yes, yes, yes, the piggy’s a pattern in the works. She was made for the Home Companion shoot two weeks ago. So, I’ll definitely have to have that pattern polished up before the issue is released next Spring. She’s not first on the list, but she’s definitely ON the list : )
Heather, great interview, very impressed. Not impressed with the show not being able to spell “you’re” – take a look at the opening caption about starting your own business. Too funny.
Glad to hear that you are a success, keep it up.
How fun to see you talk and move. So far I have only seen your pictures. I really like your patterns and look forward to them coming out. And your book – and your next fabric-line 🙂
You Rock!
Great interview! Congratulations. It was nice to see your fabrics, “live” as it were.
Huzzah! Congratulations!
It was so fun to see the person behind this blog I read from time to time. I can’t wait till you come out with your patterns. The childrens stackable toy caught my eye. What a great idea!
Huzzah, Heather! What fun to see you and your designs. Everything looked really great. I only wish the segment had been longer– a few hours or so would do it for me. I’ll be waiting for the patterns and the book.
If you were nervous, you can’t tell at all! You are so natural in front of the camera, and I had no idea you were so tall! The host sure did ask some silly questions but you really answered everything with grace and poise. Yay, awesome segment!
huzzah! i love your fabrics after finding them at purl patchwork last fall. the segment was great – you rock. i’m looking forward to the pear pattern after seeing it in quilts and more magazine, too. love your blog; photos are great.
cheers … cindy
Congratulations! huzzah! You did great. I bet your family is so proud. Thanks for keeping up this site. I’ve been reading it for a year now and love seeing your progress as you develop your fabric and the other goodies that come from all of it! From one WAHM (working at home mom) to another – you rock!
Great job!! I just found your website not that long ago and you have really inspired me to start sewing again. I love your fabrics and I can’t wait for you to come out with your patterns, and your next fabric line. Thanks so much for sharing your life with us on your blog
Jen
Oh, you did so well! I’m really impressed with your not being nervous. Everything was absolutely beautiful. Can’t wait for that purse pattern – love it!
BTW, I think your bangs make you you. You go!
Huzzah, indeed! I was hoping the reason you weren’t sharing that pear pattern online meant you had books and patterns in the works. GOOD FOR YOU! Direct us to the nearest store when it all comes out…
Well done and looking great!
Great job! Live TV must be just a touch intimidating (!) but then to have to stand through the segment would be my undoing. You did a fantastic job!
Great interview Heather! You did not look tired at all and your fabrics looked gorgeous – thanks for posting the link so we could all watch it. Loved seeing another tall person too – I’m 5’9″ myself and tower over most of my friends, I’m even taller than my husband 😉 Great job!
Heather, I’m just dying to see this but can’t get it to work for me- Is there a way I can just read it! I hear pear pattern and pig and baby ring and I’m losing my mind wanting to see it all! Your pic on your camera phone looks cute cute – I’m sure you did great and BTW I’ve always loved your shorty bangs!
Smiles, JEN
Heather,
It’s so nice to see you “in person” as well as “in type”!
I could gush about all of your beautiful, yummy samples (especially the purse and Miss Pig, so glad there will be patterns!), and now I’m thinking I’ll wait to re-do my living and dining room until your home decor fabrics are out, but I thought I’d leave you with my daughter’s impression.
While I was watching the segment my 6 year old came up behind me and did a little-girl-gasp and said “oh, mommy, she’s beautiful….”
The camera is more than kind to you! I think that’s a sign you need to do more TV! :o)
Hooray! You did a fantastic job!
Yay! Congrats on the TV “initiation”, I’m sure there will be many more to follow. I was happy to hear of the news of your book! Congrats…I was wondering if that might not be something in the works these days. Wow, 2nd fabric collection, pattern designs, book, etc, etc…fasten your seatbelt!!!!!
Betz
Congratulations! You were so poised…how do you manage that? It was an excellent interview and really showcased your wonderful, beautiful fabrics.
I can’t wait for your patterns to debut!!!!!!!!
You are so stinkin’ cool! I can’t wait to get some of your patterns this summer too. You are an inspiration!
You look fabulous, darling! Oh my gosh I guess I should have asked for your autograph at market because you are even MORE famous now! So happy for your success! Loved the magazine article too! I think someone over there at HGTV should give you your OWN SHOW!!!HGTV LOOK HERE (.)(.)
(: Kim J
WOW you are an inspiration!!! Loved that interview and CAN’T wait for those patterns 🙂
Heather- Amazing!! I own a fabric store in Santa Cruz, CA. and patiently waited for your line to come in, which it finally did last week. I love your fabrics, your sense of design, and your energy!!I look forward to your new designs, etc. Keep them coming! And you were too, too wonderful on your TV debut!
Hallllar!! You did awesome!!
OOoh, how inspiring. I love that you mentioned all the talented women who comment on your blog, but more I love the news of you coming out with a book soon. Yeah!!
Okay – so I’m late to the party. The stacking ring toy caught my attention almost immediately. I cannot wait to see that pattern. I have made the booties as gifts and that will be the perfect addition to a baby gift assortment.
Your were poised and professional and looked as if you belong on tv. Maybe your own show in the future!!!!
Thanks for the link.
OH man…that makes me miss chatting with you in person. 🙁 Well, at least I’ll see you in another 5 months! Keep at that fabric, I’ve been thinking of you..
🙂
Sandi
Huzzah! I’m so glad that I took the time to click on the link – I just realized that the fabric I bought to line one of my bags is designed by you! Congratulations on everything, and thanks for applying your great skill and talent to the sewing world :).
It was a beautiful segment you did a wonderful job. You are definately my inspiration. Keep up the beautiful work.
Huzzah! That went great. And I am so incredible excited about the patterns. That toy was beautiful. Please ship internationally. Pretty please.
So nice to see you! What a great opportunity for you, and you seemed so natural and at ease – well done! Oh, and I loved the pig!
you truly are amazing, I can’t wait to get your sewing book! I hope one day I can be living my dreams like you are!
thank you!
Usually a lurker but love your blog, your fabric and kudos to you for doing all you do. I’m inspired by you. My youngest child is almost one and I see in the near future more time for my own creativity that has taken a back seat. I’ve been an artist for many years and recently discovered and am currently in love with fabric. Can’t wait to get my hands on some Freshcut. I think all the time about creating a job that combines it all and is family friendly. You make me think it’s possible. Thanks for sharing.
Great job! Things are really falling into place for you. It is very inspirational.
What a wonderful segment and I loved all the products displayed! I just know there is a pig in my future…to go with a pear…
You just keep on amazing us w/all of your many talents! Now you can add “actress” to your resume! I can’t wait for those patterns to come out! Well done.
~~Delurking~~
Huzzah Heather….
You were Fantastic!
A lovely segment, and what a spread of fabric goodness. The presenter was right on the money about describing them as “delicious” – they feed the body and the soul. Yum!
HUZZAH!!! hehe. how very exciting, congratulations on getting through LIVE tv so smoothly. will your sewing book with the patterns be available in australia when it comes out? i can’t wait for it.
Oh Congrats!!!! So good to see you in person! I never found out if you were LDS or not but I have a friend in Gilbert who is . . . going to have to ask her is she knows you!! You go girl!! 🙂
Oh Congrats!!!! So good to see you in person! I never found out if you were LDS or not but I have a friend in Gilbert who is . . . going to have to ask her is she knows you!! You go girl!! 🙂
Heather you were great! So nice to see you ‘in person’ – you are TDC (too darn cute!) Very inspiring – I’m passing it along to my friends.
Hi Heather
Wow! that’s so great. I just watched the clip and you come over so well on tv. Such inspiration!!!
You are such an inspiration. I love your fabrics and blog. Keep it up.
Huzzah!
You were wonderful. (And you really towered over that lady.)
I loved it! Fantastic job!
Just to say that your blog is very fresh and cool! bravo!
that is just beyond cool!!! you did an awesome job!
Very COOL HEATHER, GREAT STUFF FOR YOU!
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Hey, I just got my Home Companion in the mail today & there’s your name & Freshcut on page 49! Cool! 🙂
hey heather, its chelsea. just watched the clip, it was so exciting to see you on TV! wow! I know I’ve told you before, but you are truly fascinating, and creative, and you are such a go-getter, I love that! 🙂
Heather, that segment was great, and very inspirational!! 🙂
I’ve been lurking around on your site for months now and just love it. I have purchased yards and yards of your fresh cut line – it’s so gorgeous and fun to work with! I am so excited about your next fabric line and the sewing patterns that will be coming out soon. And a book?!! Yay!!
I thought you did great on live tv!
You are such an inspiration!
Can’t seem to access segment 5…is there a direct link? It shows all the way to segment 4, but there appears to be no 5 available. ;(
Congrats, anyway!!
Hey! I just wanted to say I nominated you on bloggers choice awards, I emailed you to let you know!
http://www.bloggerschoiceawards.com/blogs/show/14935
I am having the same problem… there is no segment 5 for 5/15 on the link. HELP! What happened?
i am dying to see it…but there isn’t a segment 5 on 5/15 (at least not anymore)!
Ope, it looks like that segment’s gotten bumped by new material. I’ll contact the show and see if they keep archives online that go further back. Sorry you missed it 🙁
So sad — is the video gone? I’m on the late train and just learned about your site. Darn!
Hi Heather. I just found your site, by way of Angry Chicken. I want to thank you for your creative and generous tutorials. I am enjoying your blog and the beautiful creations you share. I love the inspring quote you share on your profile; it’s empowering and it’s thoughtful of you to share the message. I look forward to returning and discovering more… Thank you.
Hi Heather! I worked with Isaac at Lisa Frank way back when, and stumbled across your site. Congrats on all of your success! BTW, your video clip is still on their server. I was nerdy enough to find it:
http://www.abc15.com/mediacenter/videoplayer/dayportPagePlayer.aspx?articleIds=3543@knxv.dayport.com&contractId=2&isFlashPlaylist=true&cookieExpireTime=-1&autoPlay=True
Hope all is well on your end… say hi to Isaac for me!