Here’s a glance at tomorrow’s review, BWOF April 2007, #114. Tentatively and affectionately titled: Bordering on the Ridiculous:
And, here are the patterns I picked up at the $0.99 Simplicity sale at Joann’s.Two aprons, one home / sewing dec and one actual garment pattern. I so rarely buy clothing patterns from the Big Four because I have my BWOF. But, I loooove aprons and want to do some decorating.
I like that it was my frequent companion’s birthday dinner and I made a dress for ME! Yes, that’s right. Part of my gift to him is to look awesome. I think that is not only fair and equitable, but simply the law of man. Butterick 5522 (above) is inspired by designer Trina Turk. I only [...]
As hoped, (for once) I did in fact finish this bra before the Ravens win over the Houston Texans on Sunday. It’s so pretty in its non-beigeness that I kind of want to weep from happiness. I’ve been dogged about making these bras since I was financially invested from my Amsterdam trip. That, and my [...]
Folks. If you do not learn from your mistakes, you are doomed to repeat them. There was going to be much wailing and gnashing of teeth if my sixth attempt at sewing the Rebecca bra from Sewy didn’t work out for me. I am thrilled to report that wearing sack cloth and sitting in ashes [...]
Guys. I was seriously just plowing through this cape to have something for the 10-mile DC Tweed Ride. It wasn’t until I finished the cape that I fell IN FREAKING LOVE with it!!! With over 900 people registered for the ride, I was definitely in a color that stood out. The BEST thing about this cape is that [...]
I’m heading to the ATL later today for a 36 hour trip for a friend’s wedding. I’m super excited because I get to wear the yellow vintage dress, the Chinese quipao and hopefully an Indian sari. I was hell bent on finishing my trench for the weekend since my ‘fall’ coat is good for October [...]
Guys, I’m so busy these days between work (larger projects, running a Fellowship program) and extra curricular activities (election season). I don’t want to tell you I’m on a hiatus from blogging since I may have a whim (like now). But, I will be posting very little until the end of September. I can only [...]
I’m at least two projects or more from tackling my athletic wear (I sew by the color on the serger). But, thought you might be interested in a great resource on sewing athletic wear. I managed to purchase most of the Singer Sewing Reference Library in one fell swoop a couple years ago. One of [...]
You may have gathered from this blog that I have a love of all things international. Through much hard work and calculation, I have struck up a unique relationship with my counterpart in Japan. So unique, that when Trena went to Tokyo, my counterpart actually took her shopping — and we’ve never met! At anyrate, [...]
It’s been a crazy busy month on this side of the world. But, my reward came early! Remember when I bought the Singer 221 Featherweight? Well, one came without a case. The woman selling said her mom had the case and accessories and she’d let me know when she got it from her mom. Well, this [...]
This book was a delightful and generous gift from LindsayT who picked up on my love of the now defunct Cottage Living and Domino Magazine. I’ve always called my personal decorating style Urban Cottage and this book will easily help develop it. Country Living is also where my favorite bake-at-home cake recipe is from. Despite [...]
Great pattern buys. Curious about the Go Green one. Must check it out
Now, dangit, why didn’t I know about the 99 cent pattern sale? Oh, well, since the kids were home for Easter, I wouldn’t have gone anyway. Still.
I like that apron pattern. Gaylen just sent me my first apron ever, and I wore it like there’s no tomorrow this weekend. It’s better than tucking a dish towel in my neckline, and another in the waistband, don’t you think?
And I really need to get hopping on the drapes I’ve never concluded for my family room. Show us your progress, please, so I’ll be jealous and get off my lazy duff. Pleeeezzze?
That blouse is hot!! In more ways than one LOL!
You didn’t tell me you bought patterns too?!
Looks interesting.
That dress pattern has been intriguing me. Can you believe that I ran into Joann on Thursday for a pillow form, and I didn’t realize until I got home that they had Simplicity for 99c! I considered going back, but after looking at the website, I came to the same conclusion as you – “I have my BWOF”….
Interesting tease on that blouse! I like the dress pattern.
I can’t wait to read your review. I’ve been looking at that shirt, but have been wary of the ridiculous factor. Or maybe just the ‘ridiculous on me’ factor. I have this problem with choosing patterns that aren’t my actual style.
I don’t comment much, but I really love your blog!
Great patterns. I love aprons also. They make terrific gifts. Anxious to see your blouse.
I remember that blouse! Can’t wait to see your version!
Oh wow, can’t wait until tomorrows review. Love the pattern and the serged ruffles!
Can’t wait to see the ridiculous blouse!
Completely OT, but
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
I can’t’ help but remember because we have the same birthday-day…
Love the blouse and you look great in it! Happy Belated Birthday!
God bless,
C
You are so rockin’ Bordering on the Ridiculous. It looks Fabulous!
Love the blouse, it is unique and it looks great on you.
I am a sucker for aprons. I love the 2592 pattern- so cute.