are the people over at jcrew on crack? I think so (and yes, N, I remember I did work at their HQ many moons ago…)
who the hell said denim jumpsuits were a good idea to bring back?? if they next show me acid wash jeans and mullets are back I’m revolting and wearing punk rock clothing..
and this is $298!!
OK, so I’m an idiot. I didn’t listen to well given advice when I told someone at the LYS that I was starting this project whilst two rooms are under construction at my house. So that means knitting at the kitchen table or sitting in bed or sitting at my desk. Not good enough light or comfortable seating. But who can go 2-3 weeks without knitting?
So I bind off this adorable baby sweater and realize after weaving in the ends..that I twisted the arm hole and it was completely ruined. No turning inside out here to fix. A complete snafu. And what’s worse is that I actually got to the ultimate finishing point without realizing it. So I contemplated steeking but realized after sleeping on it that I was going to have to frog 2/3 of it and start over.
I C O U L D S C R E A M.
I couldn’t even take a photo of it to show you as I’m too embarrassed and angry with myself. When it’s done. I’ll show you a photo.
- Aarrrghhhh. I feel your pain.January 22, 2011 - 6:15 am
We were snowed in yesterday so that is when I do most of my crafting. From the early signs of this Winter, looks like I’ll be posting quite a few projects..
Anyway, I saw this pattern on pinterest.com – my latest time-suck, love it! This is a cute Mug Rug perfect for that cup of tea and cookie (of course!) I have a huge bag of scraps that I used to make these..honestly, I really struggle with choosing fabric combinations, but I think these look ok.
I finally finished this quilt as well as some Christmas retro placemats.. One valuable lesson learned, do not put down a project for too long, it’s very hard to get back into not to mention hard to remember where you left off. This quilt is Oh Fransson’s mixed tape quilt pattern.
- Great quilt! It looks like a ton of work. And I love the print on the placemats.January 8, 2011 - 11:18 am
So this blog is not dead, we’re swamped with life, work, crafts and for my other chick – school!
I’ve been busy crafting and hope to take some photos of the finished products and post soon.
dh is off at an ironman triathlon this weekend so it’s crafty time for me. I finally finished the top of this Favorite Songs Lap Quilt. I love this pattern, very details directions, well worth the pattern price IMHO.
The Modern Quilt Guild also has a new project starting September 1st that I’m going to try and participate in. It’s year-long so I should be able to do it!
I worked so desperately hard to finish this before I go on vacation. As usual, I don’t love how it looks on me. Funny I took the time at 9am to put on the right earrings to wear with it for the photo but the pants are all wrong!
When will I learn to stop trying to make myself knit garments..I should stick to accessories. I’m afraid I’m so burnt out from this project that I don’t even know if I have it in me to start another one right now…however, I’m afraid I’ll regret not having a project with me on vaca in case I get stuck at the airport or a rainy day or something!
I need to put on some SPANX before wearing this..but this is just a quick shot my dd took for me so I could post here and on ravelry.
Here’s a quick a-line skirt I made using Amy Butler’s Barcelona Skirt pattern with Echino’s Quiet Ground fabric. I saw this fabric at my LQS, Quilter’s Alley and I had no idea what I wanted to use it for, but I knew I had to buy it. So Roxanne suggested a skirt. I love the idea of this unusual fabric as a garment but once I got home I was afraid it might be juvenille for someone “my age.” With some convincing from my good friend, I went for it. It’s adorable and because it has so many great colors in it, I surprisingly have a lot that will go with it.
I’m heading out soon for a much needed vacation. It’s a family trip, so I’m not sure how relaxing it will be but I’m hopeful.
- Cute skirt! It will be great to wear to work. The kids will love it, but it is not too juvenile at all.July 19, 2010 - 9:24 am
Once school is out, it becomes a real juggling act to keep my business going, entertain an now 8 year old and feed my craft obsessions. I managed to finish this Patricia Tunic in time for the fourth of july weekend. The fabric is much busier than I would ordinarily wear, but my intention was to wear it as a shirt with shorts to head to the beach. It’s cute, but not loving the pattern repeats on the front..oh well, now that I’ve made one, I can make more. This fabric is Anna Maria Horner voile and it is beautiful. I did pre-wash as I heard it shrinks horizontally the first time.
I’ve been a painting fool. The last of the wallpaper is gone from my house..and so is the baby blue carpeting! Photos to follow..
Been knitting trying to make something in time for the summer. I’m trying (again) to make a garment for myself. In the past, I’m better making things that are not size specific as my gauge can be all over the place.
I received an email from English Yarns for the new Kim Hargreaves Misty Book and I’m trying to resist buying this new book. Some of my favorites:
Arielle - photo from English Yarns
Petal - Photo from English Yarns
Carrie- Photo from English Yarns
I’ve discovered Modern Quilt Guild and this fantastic pattern: Mixtape Quilts. The pattern is so well written with great photos to put even the first time quilter at ease. My problem is always the fabric selection but I think I can handle this one as it’s not too busy. Here’s a blog post with a sample.
by Nina
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