I'm a sap....

I'm feeling a bit sentimental today. Old friends are the best friends. Thanks for a great dinner girls!

Hold a true friend with both your hands. -- Nigerian Proverb

The Dress is Complete!

So here it is. I had it complete and then realized it was too big so I had to rip out the seams and take it in. Now it fits quite nicely. Just in time for Cuba!

I'm quite proud of myself. I will actually wear this dress.

What a Show Off...

She totally knew I was taking pictures of her. She can sure work the camera. I know the pics are kind of foggy, but I think it gives them an artful edge...yes?

My first Sewing "Gig"!

Handsome H.H. has decided to start decorating his condo. I offered to sew some cushion covers for him, so last Saturday we visited the fabric store to pick out some cushion fabric. I whipped (Wait! - is that sewing confidence in my voice???) these up on Sunday and here are some pics of the finished products (I did 4 covers in total).

I just did a simple overlapping fold in the back as opposed to a zipper. That way H.H. can lay his face comfortably on the cushion no matter which side is facing up (That was his one stipulation - the cushions must be soft on the face - shish - men!).

His place is starting to come together. Paint is next!

Fairy Spotting

Well a sure sign of spring is when you start to spot fairies....or is it a sure sign of insanity? Well, they paid me a visit yesterday.

When I was at the art store a few weeks ago, I found this 'fairy making' kit. I thought it would be a great present for my niece who is turning six this week. When I got it home and took a closer look, I thought perhaps she might be a little young for actually assembling our little friends, so I decided to do it myself and send a few to her via Canada Post.

Aren't they neat? I had a fun time with them. Their dresses are made from various artificial flower petals, bodies are made of florist wire, heads are wooden beads, hair - thread. Had to paint on the faces.

Wish I had some clearer pictures - these were the best of the bunch.

They will call this box home as they travel through the mail for the next few days.

Ready for the World...

After flying to Edmonton the other week, I realized what a pain it is when I am not organized. Lugging my...er... luggage through the airport whilst trying to find my ticket, boarding pass or ID can be quite challenging! I am heading to Cuba shortly and will be better prepared! I recalled seeing a travel document holder on "craftlog" (one of the blogs I read regularly) at the following link: http://www.craftlog.org/craftlog/archives/002176.html. I took another look at this site when I got home and there sprouted my inspiration! Just look at what I created! I'm so excited!

The fabric I used was from a bag of FREE fabric I got from work - the benefits of working for an architectural/interior design firm (I'll tell you more about this in another post as it is equally exciting!!!)! This was my first time using interfacing, so my stitching came out a bit crooked, I'm hoping to get better with practice!

As you can see above, there are four pockets - 2 large and 2 small to fit all of my travel documents. I sewed up a tie and attached to the outside of the folder so I won't lose it when the folder is untied.

Teehee - I'm so excited!

More Pics of the Traitor in Action...

She has H.H. under her thumb, although he will not admit it.

You could fit a bus in there!

Inspiration and a self portrait...

I picked up these books from the library the other day. I am feeling very crafty lately and need some inspiration. Lots of good ideas in the 'Vintage Fabric' and 'Vintage Style' books and nice photos. Haven't had a chance to look at the 'Decorating Fabric' book yet.

Also found these photos on the Internet. Aren't these cool pincushions? Much nicer than that old tomato kind that most sewers have hanging around.

This one is hilarious... I would feel bad about stabbing the poor thing in the back though...literally!

Oh Nancy, I miss you so.

The dress is coming along. I sewed in the zipper and attached the sleeves over the weekend. I just need to put in the elastic around the collar and hem the skirt. I tried it on and it looks like it's going to fit (knock on wood)! No pictures of it today though.

Remember Nancy Drew? I came across these pictures of old Nancy Drew book covers. I remember reading these books when I was a kid staying at my grandparent's house in New Brunswick. There was a used bookstore nearby and I used to buy and trade Nancy Drew books like there was no tomorrow! I can still smell that 'musty-used-Nancy Drew-book' smell. I wanted to solve mysteries like she did. She had such an exciting life. And that Ned Nickerson - what a catch!

I might just pick up one of these books to read again - you know - re-live my childhood a bit.

Sunday morning...

Sunday Breakfast

Good morning. I have that spring feeling today. Even though it is still chilly outside, I have that warm spring feeling just the same. Maybe it is the way the morning sunlight is filtering through my little apartment. It is coming, of that I am sure.

So I've had a nice weekend so far. Had a really good time on Friday night. H.H. came over and we had a nice dinner and a bottle of wine (lushes...). After dinner I had a surprise ready. I had gone to the art store last week and bought 2 paint by number sets. So that's what we did and what a hit it was! We spent the entire night painting and drinking wine. It was great. There was a little bit of competition going on though....H.H. can't get over the fact that I am a better artist than him...He has that architect's ego you know...You be the judge (note: the art is still work in progress - maybe we will finish next weekend.)

H.H. working diligently.

His...

Mine...

His is on the left, mine is on the right...

They look pretty good don't you think?

This world is full of jokers...

More pictures of the apron...so lovingly modeled by my friends at my birthday party.... Do you think I was being made fun of?