Simple Woman’s Daybook for June 30th 2008

Whoops! July 7th’s entry is actually at this link. Don’t forget to stop by Peggy’s for all the links entered in this week’s Simple Woman’s Daybook. FOR TODAY Outside my Window. . .blue skies, a light breeze and the familiar Monday morning sound of rumbling trash trucks.  I can also hear Kevin watering. I am thinking. . .that someone smells like they need a diaper change. Sorry for the...

Color and design options

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Another idea

I found this OOP pattern in my stash. It’s simple but with the right fabric could be very nice.  I also think it would work well with the hat. The top is princess seamed and the skirt is bias cut.  I like both of those elements and they should require minimal fitting. I know a lot of people shy away from bias but I have found them to be very flattering.  The trick is not to make them too snug.  At the...

The Year of St. Paul

It begins today —The Year of St. Paul! “…and for this reason I’m pleased to officially announce that we will dedicate a special Jubilee year to the Apostle Paul from June 28th 2008 to June 29th 2009 to mark the bimillennium of his birth!” “The Apostle of the Gentiles, who was particularly committed to bringing the Good News to all people, gave everything he had for unity and harmony...

Rethinking 3530

One of the nice things about the Project Runway patterns is that they come with a Designer Croquis Kit.  (Cro-quis {kro-’ke} is a French word that means a rough draft or sketch.)  The kit is sort of like a paper doll and you can take the various elements of the dress and rearrange them.  So I did.  I traced the model, added a few pounds here and there to make her more akin to my shape, and then proceeded...

further details

I forgot to mention that I will also be wearing a hat for the wedding. This one: but not in lavender. And I am thinking of silk chiffon for the dress.  My serger does a lovely rolled hem that would be perfect for...

Opinions needed

I need to decide on my dress for my son’s wedding.  I have an idea but I need feedback. I have this pattern: if you click the picture you can see the pattern details. My idea is to make the dress like this: Longer length than the pattern and 3/4 sleeves. The top collar part would be white and the rest of the dress navy blue. I like this pattern because that gathered part in the middle will help hide my...

Links for Friday June 27th 2008

I’m taking a page from Lissa’s book (’cause she’s such a great lady!) and posting links to things I find interesting and want to share. Alice Gunther’s new blog (both blogs are new actually) and website.  WOW! I don’t know which I like more but I am so impressed.  What a beautiful design. I love the whole “cottage” feel —it’s perfectly lovely.  Kudos...

Friday June 27th 2008

It’s Free Fabric Friday at Sew Mama Sew —don’t miss it! I’m sure you need more fabric just as much as I do! I have been sewing lately.  Nothing very exciting, just a few much needed tops and skirts for myself.  I finally have a TNT knit tee top pattern.  I’ll share the details later (hopefully). Have a great...

A quick note of thanks

If you e-mailed me or left a comment and you haven’t heard back from me, please know that I appreciate your concern and am grateful for it. I have had many people tell me they are praying for us.  I can say for certain that I have tangibly felt those prayers the last week and we are doing much better.  Maggie’s number are more stabilized and I am finally getting some sleep. I have also received a good...