One done, One to go

Slowly I'm working through the stash and sewing items to be included in the Pattern Review Stash contest.

Last weekend was rather hectic, so I only managed to finish one pair of pj's.
They're so snuggly and warm. The second pair I'll finish today as I want them to add to DD's birthday parcel.

Another Two Ottobres ... love that pattern

I've just finished another two Ottobre tops from the famous 2/2007 Women's Ottobre magazine. That brings the total to 5 new tops for June from this pattern.

Today's tops were from a beautiful piece of rayon/lycra from (would you believe Spotlight!!!) circa 2005. It was a dream to sew, and feels so lovely and snuggly on.

I've definitely come to the conclusion though, that when I purchase fabric for tops in the future I'll just stick to 1m lengths. In the past I've tended to but 2m at a time, which means 2 tops in the same fabric, not a biggy, but ......

Jalie Sewalong on PRDU

Have you ever collected some exciting patterns only to have them languish away in

your sewing room??? Haven't we all! Some of us at the Pattern Review Sewing Downunder board are digging out our Jalies and having an informal sewalong.

I've had the J snowboard pants pattern sitting for ??? long along with several suitable fabrics.

Last night, while soaking up the heat from the fire, and watching a favourite show on TV, I finally opened the pattern and traced my size.

I just need to decide which fabric to use. In the stash were 3 pieces of dry japara (dusty pink, mauve and pink) along with a piece of navy entrant. I even found the lining!!! Cream wickaway mesh.

I'm tending towards the mauve at this stage as it would work well the rest of my ski gear. Looking at the pattern pieces, and never having used Jalie before, I can already see that the crotch depth is too long. Methinks a tet sew is in order.

AT LAST! PROGRESS

Finally, I've managed some time in the sewing room, and what's more even managed some sewing, YEAH!

Having entered yet another contest on PatternReview (at least this time I know I'll have some entries), it was essential to turn some fabric into something functional. SOOOO, I now have 3 Ottobre T's (finished) and 2 pair of fleece-backed satin PJ's (one pair for DD and one for moi) cut ready and waiting.

LOTS OF THINKING ... little sewing!

Once again the best laid plans have resulted in zip sewing. ARGH!

I really must get some sewing underway. I have my niece getting married in September (spring) in a seaside setting, so a new outfit is essential. In my stash are some beautiful Thai silks (purchased in Bangkok last October) that would be perfect, now to decide on a design.

It's time to really get moving with some sewing

The past few months I've been really neglectful of my sewing, unplanned, but nevertheless neglectful.

Metres of fabric are now adorning my cutting table awaiting some inspiration! Our current cold snap, along with a lack of warm clothing means I have to get moving now.

What's in a name?

I find this sort of thing interesting, maybe you do too ...

JANINE

What Janine Means

You are fair, honest, and logical. You are a natural leader, and people respect you. You never give up, and you will succeed... even if it takes you a hundred tries. You are rational enough to see every part of a problem. You are great at giving other people advice. You are usually the best at everything ... you strive for perfection. You are confident, authoritative, and aggressive. You have the classic "Type A" personality. You are very intuitive and wise. You understand the world better than most people. You also have a very active imagination. You often get carried away with your thoughts. You are prone to a little paranoia and jealousy. You sometimes go overboard in interpreting signals. You tend to be pretty tightly wound. It's easy to get you excited... which can be a good or bad thing. You have a lot of enthusiasm, but it fades rather quickly. You don't stick with any one thing for very long. You have the drive to accomplish a lot in a short amount of time. Your biggest problem is making sure you finish the projects you start. You are friendly, charming, and warm. You get along with almost everyone. You work hard not to rock the boat. Your easy going attitude brings people together. At times, you can be a little flaky and irresponsible. But for the important things, you pull it together.

What's" Your Name's Hidden Meaning?