A county fair, a Time Out and Houston prep
It’s been a fun week – I got to got to go to an actual live County Fair, I’m at a turning point on my quilted jacket, and I got a good head-start on my Houston kits. The Amador County Fair was held over the weekend. I knew from trying to attend another recent […]
Not-so-fast fixes
Although it’s been a very busy week, I just don’t seem to have a lot to show for it. I was hell bent on fixing my Tabula Rosa vest as well as my July “Take 5” Elizabeth Barton Master Class quilt. Both are going to take longer than I thought but as always, I’m sure […]
Taking a Creative Breather
My fall schedule is filled with all sorts of fun and challenges. This summer was supposed to be a respite from all the chaos-and it has not been. Even though I have deadlines and lots of things I need to do, I knew I needed a break. By “break”, I mean a day or maybe […]
Quick redo of a Target dress
I recently found this cute dress at Target and I thought it would be perfect for my upcoming travels. It’s cute, can be dressed up or down with accessories, comfy as a sweatshirt and an easy pack. What’s not to love? Once I got it home though, I realized it had a very boxy fit. […]
A Waist Stay and A Finish
I finished my linen dress before the Valley heat set in so I’m ready for 110 degrees! All that was left were 2 finishing details: a waist stay and a fringed hem. I love the waist stay-it keeps my dress from hiking up and the Petersham ribbon that forms the stay is soooo comfy next […]
Dressing For Hot Summer Days
We recently hit 109 degrees here in the Sacramento area and I decided that I needed to build up my dress wardrobe in anticipation of many more hot days. When it’s that hot, no shorts are as comfortable as a dress. Linen is my choice for those hot days and I envisioned this lovely linen […]
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