I am feeling a little rusty the last few days, needing an outdoor break I think, a long hike in the woods. I have been inside too much perhaps, and glued to my computer or sorting and labeling and pricing and well…too rusty for words. Guess I need a Sunday to unhinge and [...]
Archive for the ‘Uncategorized’ Category
A little break
Posted in Nature, Places, Uncategorized on February 7, 2010 | 15 Comments »
Hail the vintage coat
Posted in Uncategorized on January 27, 2010 | 18 Comments »
In Melody Fortier’s book I pictured in my last post, she extols the virtues of the vintage coat. In her chapter titled ” Categories of Clothing” starting on page 29, she writes that “Vintage outerwear is definitely the best value for your dollar. The fabrics alone are usually worth more than what you [...]
A few wedding photos
Posted in Uncategorized on January 18, 2010 | 16 Comments »
Jeanette is getting help from her bridesmaids with the many buttons and loops down the back of her dress. Tiny and tight, I could not even button a single one. I guess it takes young, agile fingers.
The back of Jeanette’s hair done by her stepsister, Jen.
A very proud mom.
The bride and groom just [...]
Wedding Projects
Posted in Uncategorized on January 10, 2010 | 7 Comments »
I have been quite absent from other blogs lately. My days now are completely taken with sewing projects for the wedding that is scheduled a week from today. I have finished my dress and matching jacket with the exception of the dress hem and the jacket trim. Today I completed three of [...]
Manon Gignoux
Posted in Antique/Vintage Textiles, Art, Clothing, Indomitable Women, Inspiration, Places, Vintage Clothing on January 7, 2010 | 24 Comments »
I must admit, I have two magazine indulgences that provide me with ongoing inspiration and worthy daydreams, Selvedge and The World of Interiors, both published in England. If I had to give up one or the other, it would be with deep regret.
Nearly two years ago, a fact the astonishes me, I came across [...]
A New Year
Posted in Uncategorized on January 1, 2010 | 16 Comments »
I am wishing everyone a new year filled with creative fulfillment with many dreams and longings that entice you to take some unique journeys in your mind and heart. Imagine. Be bold. Risk. The days and months go by all too quickly. I am planning to accomplish some things this [...]
A wish comes true…..snow!
Posted in Uncategorized on December 30, 2009 | 23 Comments »
Every year since we moved to Portland we can count on some snow, maybe a lot once, twice if we are lucky. For me this occasion is perfect bliss. The minute I can see it is going to stick, I get ready for a long walk. Only rain was predicted for today, [...]
Pedaling faster
Posted in Uncategorized on December 18, 2009 | 16 Comments »
I am hoping to return soon. Company arrives tomorrow. I am nurturing dreams and imaginings and yearning to pick up where I left off somewhere in the fog of the past. I will be posting sporadically until the middle of January.
Still here
Posted in Uncategorized on October 7, 2009 | 5 Comments »
It seems like I cannot get back to my blog and your blogs…life is dictating my schedule. Please forgive my absence. I will be back. I have read all your comments and they are great. Honestly, it is so comforting to know there is a caring and funny and creative and [...]
Paint chips
Posted in Uncategorized on September 23, 2009 | 8 Comments »
I know that Fall is about to envelope me when I start looking at the things in the house that need to be done. The list is always very long. One has to pick and choose. I am also one of those people (a trait I have carried forever) that likes to [...]
