The number 100 (or 101) keeps coming up in conversations, both in real time and in our blog world. Let me show you a couple for examples sake.
First there is ahhh sew . This a blog belonging to Austin in Florida. She has 101 things she wants to do in 1001 days. Now she credits Triplux :: 101 Things in 1001 Days (it took me three tries before this site opened). I find this terribly interesting.
Then you have Whatever is on my mind today . Now this blog belongs to Mamafitz. Part way down is a post that fills us in on 100 things about her.
Now lastly if you go to google and type in "100 Things" this is what you get 100 things - Google Search . But if you type in "101 Things" you get a little something different 101 things - Google Search .
About now I'm sure you may be wondering okay where on earth is she going with this? Well I think 100 is a nice number and I am currently working a few 100 lists of my own. Because I have no computer access at work I have a notebook that I have started these in and when I get to 100 I'll post each list. I find myself doing a lot of composing posts offline recently. Hmm why is that, do I see a greater need for a laptop?
Anyway here's what I have so far:
1.) 100 Reasons I love you....This is for the wise bossy one for Father's Day. He hates, I means dislikes when I spend money on him, now usually I ignore him and buy him what I want but I thought this might be perfect for him this year. I'm up to #78. On second thought this may be the only 100 List I don't publish. It's not racey, please this is me here, but he is pretty private and I don't think he would appreciate me putting it on my blog.
2.) 100 Things about Me....I think this is a great way to get to know someone. I've just joined a www swap and I could see where this would really a help a partner out.
3.) 100 Recipes to Try....No explanation needed except that I am forever finding a recipe I want to try but when I get ready I can't find it. So now I can list here. By listing either what notebook it's filed in or what cookbook its in I think I will be more motivated to try new things, preferably Weight Watchers friendly ones.
4.) 101 Things to do in 1001 days....Come on you didn't really think I was going pass something like this up did you?
5.) 100 Patterns to make....Giggle! Talk about kid in a candy store. Oh wait you mean I don't have to buy 100 new patterns. Well okay if you insist, I suppose I can use a few that have already.
This is certainly a good start. So tell me what "100 List" would you like to make?
Thursday, June 7, 2007
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
"The Simply Six or "The Elegant Eight"
The Simply Six" or "The Elegant Eight" Simply Six or Maybe Eight! After much thought and conversation at Stitcher's Guild Input Needed on Next project and research at Patternreview, I've come up with a set of patterns to work on this summer. I'm calling them "The Simply Six." However I composed this post offline, (remember the wise bossy one here to be known as "H" going forward (I love this about him, it's not meant to be derogatory) was using my computer) I'm now wavering on #1 & #6. Somehow #1 seems a little frumpy to me now, and #6 got some new competition. I believe I've mentioned I can be indecisive at times. :o) Well anyway here they are in order.
1.) Simplicity 5926 This is a link to a review of the pattern at Patternreview. It appears the pattern is now OOP. Sewing Patterns - Pattern Reviews for Simplicity Pattern - 5926 Fit Rules Blouse - Sewing & Sewing Pattern Reviews at Pattern...
WHY: Two reasons really I wear a lot of this type of basic used usually in place a jacket in hot weather and this pattern has fronts for B, C, and D cups, which should cut down my alterations in a first pattern.
2.) Simplicity 4276 Design Viewer view A sleeveless shell
WHY: I'll wear this under Simplicity 5926 & alone in the hottest parts of the summer. Yes I have fat arms and if someone is offended they shouldn't look. :o)
3.) Vogue 7883 VoguePatterns - V7883 - MISSES'/MISSES' PETITE TOP, SHORTS AND PANTS - 7883 view A.
WHY: It's cute, and something I would buy in RTW, and it's a bit of a challenge- okay more than a bit!
4.) Cutting Line #31371 One Seams pull on pants.
WHY: I want to make some summer linen pants, and these come highly recommended.
5.) Butterick 5050 Butterick - B5050 - MISSES' VEST, TOP, SKIRT AND PANTS - 5050 View A knit vest.
WHY: Again two reasons I have lots of sold tanks & I've been stashing, I mean collecting some really cute knits.
This one now has either three choices or there is a #7, & #8
6.) Loes Hinse #5106 Bolero Jacket Patterns by Company/Designer - Loes Hinse Designs - Bolero Jacket by Loes Hinse - LH-5106 ; Ragstock "All Around Jacket" SewingPatterns.com:::Saf-T-Pockets; and finally Indygo Junction Simple Swing Jacket Indygo Junction, Inc. Simple Swing Jacket.
WHY: I have wanted to make a jacket for a long time and if I'm going to be ready for "Timmel's SWAP 2008" I have to master this important piece.
So there you have it. These are truly going to be samples. I have 10+ yards of some sort linen/cotton that I got for $1 a yard at Wally's. It is PINK! I don't wear pink, ever. When I found the fabric I knew it was something I wouldn't fret about cutting into so I bought it all.On a separate note I have to have the front ports on my computer worked on so that I can post pictures, hopefully no later than next week. Now that's not to say I know how to post a picture but surely I can figure it out, right? This week I learned how to links to a post, how much harder could it be. LOL Of course I welcome comments.
1.) Simplicity 5926 This is a link to a review of the pattern at Patternreview. It appears the pattern is now OOP. Sewing Patterns - Pattern Reviews for Simplicity Pattern - 5926 Fit Rules Blouse - Sewing & Sewing Pattern Reviews at Pattern...
WHY: Two reasons really I wear a lot of this type of basic used usually in place a jacket in hot weather and this pattern has fronts for B, C, and D cups, which should cut down my alterations in a first pattern.
2.) Simplicity 4276 Design Viewer view A sleeveless shell
WHY: I'll wear this under Simplicity 5926 & alone in the hottest parts of the summer. Yes I have fat arms and if someone is offended they shouldn't look. :o)
3.) Vogue 7883 VoguePatterns - V7883 - MISSES'/MISSES' PETITE TOP, SHORTS AND PANTS - 7883 view A.
WHY: It's cute, and something I would buy in RTW, and it's a bit of a challenge- okay more than a bit!
4.) Cutting Line #31371 One Seams pull on pants.
WHY: I want to make some summer linen pants, and these come highly recommended.
5.) Butterick 5050 Butterick - B5050 - MISSES' VEST, TOP, SKIRT AND PANTS - 5050 View A knit vest.
WHY: Again two reasons I have lots of sold tanks & I've been stashing, I mean collecting some really cute knits.
This one now has either three choices or there is a #7, & #8
6.) Loes Hinse #5106 Bolero Jacket Patterns by Company/Designer - Loes Hinse Designs - Bolero Jacket by Loes Hinse - LH-5106 ; Ragstock "All Around Jacket" SewingPatterns.com:::Saf-T-Pockets; and finally Indygo Junction Simple Swing Jacket Indygo Junction, Inc. Simple Swing Jacket.
WHY: I have wanted to make a jacket for a long time and if I'm going to be ready for "Timmel's SWAP 2008" I have to master this important piece.
So there you have it. These are truly going to be samples. I have 10+ yards of some sort linen/cotton that I got for $1 a yard at Wally's. It is PINK! I don't wear pink, ever. When I found the fabric I knew it was something I wouldn't fret about cutting into so I bought it all.On a separate note I have to have the front ports on my computer worked on so that I can post pictures, hopefully no later than next week. Now that's not to say I know how to post a picture but surely I can figure it out, right? This week I learned how to links to a post, how much harder could it be. LOL Of course I welcome comments.
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