I’ve been hit with a case of February blues (hey, I just invented it, leave me alone). I’ve finally recovered from my mystery virus that lasted most of January, but I don’t feel fully up to speed yet. Part of my problem is that I just can’t say no to after work plans. I feel …
For the record I am not, and never will be, a Scrappy-Do fan. He may have been the thing that killed the cartoon in the hearts of children all around the world. In fact I’m not sure I know anyone who actually liked that annoying pup. But the alliteration was calling to me. Pinterest!! I …
There’s nothing like a bit of international post to brighten up the day! This lovely item comes from Australia. One of my favourite countries! I was lucky enough to win a giveaway hosted by Sew Well (yes THAT OTHER Amy, of Burda Style and Mood Sewing Network fame!). She teamed up with Hollie (the inventor …
I’ve written this blog post about five times now. I’m both scared and excited to think about what 2013 will bring and my brain is racing at a mile a minute. Unavoidable changes are heading my way and I’m trying to figure out how to roll with them. I’m not going to start waffling on …
Now it’s time for some naval-gazing to review my year with reflections, inspirations and goals Reflections My second year of sewing didn’t go too badly. I started blogging; kickstarted by participating in Me Made May. I worked on key skills like neatness and calm efficiency; mostly helped by my buying a serger which has made a …
As I read everyone’s reflections of the sewing year I notice excellent throughput and similar tales of joy and woe. Now I want a go!!! Here are my hits, misses, reflections, inspirations and goals! 5 hits 1. The knockoff Elsie dress 2. New Look 6808 FINALLY 3. Little Green UFO 4. Slippy shiny slinky fake …