Welcome 2010

Happy New Year!

I've been inspired by the wonderful sewing and crafting bloggers out there who have been reviewing 2009 and looking forward to what they want to accomplish in 2010. I didn't really have a crafting or sewing plan when I started this blog. I've always loved to craft and sew, but have just done it when the mood strikes. But I'm liking this idea of having a few projects planned for the year.

So here's a few goals I have for 2010:

** Knit socks. I have several balls of yarn for socks, so I need to just sit down and do this.

** Sew up a jersey top. I have the fabric. I haven't sewn on knits in a long time, so this is kind of scary for me.

** Sew more skirts.

** Sew pjs, pants, and shorts for son.

** Organize craft/sewing room. Declutter, organize, and get ready for move in June.

I'm sure I'll think of more once this is posted, but this is good for now. How 'bout you? Any crafting/sewing new years resolutions?

T-Rex T-Shirt Applique

I LOVE this dino applique that Samster Mommy has on her blog. She even shares tips for those of us who have not done applique before. Yes, that would be me.

Having a son who loves dinos, I can totally see making coordinating (but not matching) t-shirts for #1 son and myself. Now I just have to find some fabric in the stash that will work and buy some wonder under.

I've wanted to do applique for a long time, and now there's no excuse not to. Wish me luck!

Cards, Cards & More Cards

A few weeks ago, a friend emailed to ask if I'd like to join her at a bazaar and sell some of my cards. After some serious thought, I said YES!

Knowing that I'm a slow crafter and like to take my time, I knew I'd have to turn up the motor and get going right away. I decided that 25-30 cards would be a good amount to have on hand. As of today, I have 21----whew! I have been eating, drinking and breathing cards and I'm creatively and mentally exhausted. And I'm not done yet. Tomorrow I have a school mtg, and errands to run. And I need to have all my cards done and ready to deliver by Friday night.

No pics yet.

As soon as this card making frenzy is over, I have cute pajama fabric for my son and purple jersey for a top for me.

Til next time ...

New Patterns

Last week I stopped in at my local Joann's to check out their selection of boys' pj fabric. I didn't find anything that appealed to me, but I did notice they were selling McCall's patterns for 99 cents. I couldn't pass up a sale on patterns! So I brought home these sumptious items.



Love this cardigan! esp version C which has the short sleeves.



Decided to get this pattern mainly for the camisole. I need a few of these for sleepwear and to wear under shirts and sweaters.



And lastly, I got this A-line skirt pattern. I realized that I have several skirt patterns but not one is an A-line. Since its a well known fact that EVERYONE looks good in an A-line skirt I thought I'd whip one up.

Birthday Card for My Sweetie

Happy Birthday to my wonderful husband


This is the card I made for my husband. It's one of my all time favorite cards I've made and I think I'll make a few more like it. Maybe with some different colors.

Some Cards, Little Sewing

I have been able to do some card making and here are 2 of my latest works. Sorry about the color, the manilla folder they are on is a hideous color.





The sewing is non-existant now. I cut out a black slim skirt out of some bottomweight cotton I have had in the stash for years. Its an easy pattern and a style I've sewn before, so that's not causing the slowdown. The weather is! We are still having 80's and 90's here and that doesn't motivate me to make a skirt for Fall or Winter. But we're suppose to drop to 70 next week, followed by a day at 60! From there, its anyones guess as to where we'll be. But in case Fall does decide to make an appearance, I bought some black corduroy for pants for the #1 son, some purple jersey knit for a top for me, and a beautiful dark purple suede for a vest for myself. The vest will be a real stretch for me as I've never done a lining and haven't done buttonholes in eons. But I got the fabric at Joanne's for a steal, so if it doesn't turn out its not a huge loss.

So what about you? What are you working on as we transition into Fall?

New Goals This Fall

I think becuz my hubby goes back to school in a few weeks, and our son starts a week later, I'm thinking about new routines, new clothes, and new challenges. I have been knitting now for a few years, but have only been doing scarves and dishcloths. Last year I bought a booklet on how to knit socks. I really, really want to learn to knit socks. So this is my goal for the fall. I think I may need to take a class. I've looked at the directions in the booklet and I just don't get it yet, so some instruction is in order.

I also want to challenge my sewing skills this year. I'm not sure what project to tackle, but I'm thinking maybe a dress or dressy shirt that uses techniques I haven't mastered yet. Or maybe use a fabric that is a bit more challenging, like velvet, chiffon, or satin. I'm intrigued with the idea of sewing a bra and panties like some of the ladies do. I'm probably intrigued becuz I'm in desperate need of a couple new bras.

So what goals do you have for the fall?

Til next time ....