Sometimes, the weekends are filled with homework. My job yesterday was to help cover a box and lay down ‘flooring’ and ‘wallpaper’ for Taylor’s book report diorama.
Monthly Archives: April 2007
Looking For…..
There’s been some discussion on the Craftster‘s “new swap theme” discussion boards about a second The Office swap. I had a fantastic time creating my partner’s package and what I got in return was amazing:
Planning Stages
Being the “Queen of Planning Projects” that I am, I couldn’t pass up the Joann’s pattern sale yesterday. It was a nice way to get out of the house while it was being shown by a real estate agent.
Feeling Like Blogging
For most of the morning, I debated on whether or not to put up a post today. But, after thinking about it for awhile, I really wanted to – for a number or reasons. First off, I wanted to thank each and every one of you who posted a comment yesterday or sent me an email. You have no idea how much it all means to me and I wish I could do something to show you all my appreciation, but for now I wanted to give each one of you my heartfelt thanks. The second reason I wanted to post today is because I like to – sewing (and now blogging) is something that I love to do and it makes me happy. I am taking it easy today, but am mentally planning a few projects – all of which I will be sharing tomorrow. Thank you all again for your support, stories, and caring.
Disheartening
I know that I mostly blog about sewing (or craftyness) and don’t always post lots of personal things going on with our family. However, since starting this site, I have gotten to know so many of you so closely – my internet family, that I feel like I can share good news and bad. Unfortunately, this time it’s the bad.
I Blame It On The Timtex
I’ve never really liked working with Timtex – that ultra stiff interfacing that most bags and purses call for. I know that it usually gives a great shape and support to my projects, but it such a PITA to work with. So, why I decided to use it for my Stash and Dash pattern I will never know. This is what my make-up bag looks like right now:
Instructional DVD
Occasionally, I get books in the mail to read and post a review on my site. The other day, however, I received a package, but instead of an instructional book, it was a DVD – Sally Collins Teaches You Precision Piecing. For those of you who have been reading this site for awhile, you may remember that early last year, I took a quilt class to make this quilt. Since I’ve never had the opportunity to try an instructional sewing DVD before and I had an actual class to compare to, I was anxious to test this out!
Pain In The Neck, A Different Kind
Well, with everything that has been going on, my “Pain In The Neck” title from the other day seemed very appropriate today as well. You see, our house is now back on the market.
Christopher Nejman’s Pillows
Let me preface this review by saying, I’m not normally one who enjoys making a lot of home decor items. Sure I’ll make shams, curtains, pillows, but it’s not the type of sewing that I typically delight in. I do, however, love looking at ‘idea’ books and Christopher Nejman’s Pillows
Pain In The Neck
With a title like “Pain In The Neck”, you would think that I’m talking about something (or someone, I suppose) that’s causing me grief. Actually, I’m talking about a literal pain in my neck.