Happy Anniversary!!!

I just wanted to say Happy Anniversary to Sewl Sista #1 and her husband. May you have many, many, many more....

I have been perusing other people's sites for quite some time now. Soon, I will actually do some sewing and peruse my own and update as I go. That's it for now. I'll be back soon. Sew much to do, Sew little time! But then again, I guess it's all about perception. O.k., that and proper planning. As far as planning changes in one's life goes, every new second is a new chance to make a change.

Enjoy!!! your life and thanks for dropping by...

just_passin'_through...

I'm on again and I'll be off again until I become a bit more consistent. I've been, actually, working on getting organized. I've been going through a lot of papers and some clothes. I even went through my various shoe boxes. I came across two pairs of shoes (never been worn) that I've decided to give to extended family. This "just_gettin'_organized" project can be rather daunting at times. I see all this...um, stuff and I'm like NO WAY! let me go sit down. Actually, sometimes you have to go sit down and come back or you may get overwhelmed. You have to keep in mind that sometimes it will get (look) worse before it gets better. This is just part of the process. However, getting organized can be one of the greatest feelings in the world. Trust me....been there before, need to redo that. As you see little bits coming together, (a bed cleared, a closet organized, even a bag full of shredder confetti), you can start to see a new dawn taking shape. You are on your way. Will it be easy? It can be... easier than you imagined. The trick is maintaining said organization. I suggest simply putting one foot in front of the other. Tackle a small area or just small projects and work your way up. Sometimes some areas require a logical approach. In other words, you may have to go through a closet before you go through the clothes on the bed (so you'll have someplace to put them). Don't let it overwhelm you; I have been there and done that as well. At that point, I go sit down, regroup, watch t.v., eat a sandwich, go run an errand, and/or come back to it later with a fresh eye, a fresh perspective, and new energy. I figure if I can do it anybody can. Seriously. So, get up, get to it, I know you can do it! I'm cheering for you and know that I'm doing it too!

Sew, where have I been

Hi! I haven't been anywhere spectacular but I am back. O.k., actually the holidays were GREAT! "Sew", I did have a spectacular time. Earlier today, I was trying to get a handle on my various fabric choices. Some things I could look at and determine the intention whereas others, I wasn't so sure. Recently, I have been trying to get organized once and for all. I say "once and for all" because I aim to get organized and then maintain the organization. Don't laugh, I am serious. I also have come to realize that a design choice in my sewing room may be impeding some of that progress. I have to admit though I have A LOT of stuff. Have I sewn anything lately? No. I have cut some things out of the fabric but that's about as far as I got. My sewing machine is set up in the guest room so if I decide to work on a sewing project and someone comes to visit (and they do because Mr. Murphy of "Murphy's Law" fame says so), I have to remove everything from the bed, tidy up the room and, then I lazily put off re-visiting the project until right before someone else visits. (see the cycle?) I have great intentions but "seam" to fall short of my goals. I have come to realize that throughout my life I have been the "Great Preparer" but not so much the "Great Finisher". I yearn to change this while getting organized. I have also come to realize that some things don't get accomplished because I am disorganized. However, there is a very organized person (who knows where everything is) yearning to get out. I also want to get on schedule with certain things because it would dang sure make my life a bit easier. I need to prioritize better and stop procrastinating about things that have to be done and just do them as soon as possible. O.k., so it's an crazy hour of the day when I definitely should be sleeping so Guten Nacht. Zzzz...

MAKE YOUR OWN DRESS FORM DUMMY !!!! and STAND!!!!

http://sewnews.com/resources/library/0806form/index.html

from "Sew News"

Also, Joann's is having a sale starting 7 a.m.-Noon Nov. 24, 2007 if you want to purchase a "Sew Simple Adjustable Dress Form" for $89.99...no, I don't work there....I just wanted to pass this on. (smile)

Been Sew Long but I been surfing here Baby...Been Sew Long....

I cannot believe it's been over two months since I've posted.

In sewing news, a very good friend of mine is sending me a serger for my birthday. My birthday was 2 months ago but hey, I'm grateful. I am NOT complaining. I am not going to say which serger it is until I've actually used it and can post results. I am so STOKED...um EXCITED!!!! OVERJOYED....o.k., I imagine you get the picture. Have I sewn anything yet, no, but I did put down some shoe molding. Does that have anything to do with sewing?, (thinking real hard) ...um, no. I digress, I guess. I have to organize my sewing area....it's a mess.

Did I mention in an earlier post that I bought some burgundy (or is it maroon?....not sure) stretch knit fabric to make this fabulously stylish top ....It's New Look 6729 http://www.simplicity.com/assets/6729/6729.jpg

It's the version the model is wearing. Since I usually stick with basic colors, I chose the burgundy/maroon color which I think I'll enjoy better than the red the model is wearing. I can also see it in Navy Blue and perhaps a print pattern. I got the idea from Erica's B's blog where she was making a twist top. I wanted to do a top that was different, and stylish, and for me this top fits the bill.

I was reading in Sewl Sista #1's blog that she made her own "Duct Tape Dummy" pretty much by herself so I will try to do it so I can get this (sewing) party started .

O.k., enough. I need to go wash my hair. That has nothing to do with sewing either but still has to be done.

Sew Long . . .

Sew Simple

http://milwaukee.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/stories/2007/07/02/daily14.html

Above is a link updating the fate of Simplicity.

In my world....
I have been trying to organize my sewing space. I have also been working on other projects (non-sewing related) around the house. It's sew simple to get caught up in other daily activities.

Sew Long . . .

When is a sale NOT a sale . . .

Why oh why did I purchase patterns AND fabric today?

because it was on sale and I had the dinero....

EXACTLY !!! (big cheese grin)

Sew Long . . .