SewingShay's Place

New Beginings!

2011-12-30T05:53:00.002-05:00

It's been a looonggg time since I have posted anything. I have been sewing but no time to blog, ugh! I do enjoy viewing other blogs and getting inspired. Many things are on the horizon for me in 2012. Looking forward to a new year and NEW BEGININGS!

My Princess Graduated

2011-06-29T01:37:00.003-04:00

Oh Happy day!

Diva!!

I made her prom dress ! Vogue 1016.

My DD graduated from High School on Saturday and went to her senior prom. This graduation was a litttle sentimental , she is the last of 4 to graduate. Look forward to college!! I am so very proud of her - she will be majoring in Criminal Justice. Where does the time go !

Nice Surprise

2011-05-06T10:21:00.003-04:00

What a nice surprise, I opened my email and this is what I recieved. Although, I haven't had a chance to post lately, I still take time to view other blogs. To all who follow my blog - thanks. I am checking out your blogs as well. You guys do awesome work - looking forward to blogging and most of all posting some pics soon.

http://sewing.patternreview.com/

Sewing apps

2010-12-02T12:27:00.002-05:00

For those of you who have Ipods or Ipads. There is a wonderful app that is called Sewingkit.
It helps you keep track of fabric, patterns , measurements and much more.

Clergy Robe

2010-12-01T11:59:00.002-05:00

I have made several robes like this - I enjoy being able to use coordinating different brocades to embellish these types of Cassocks. I recently visited the garment district in NYC and I found many different brocades that can be used with type of robe. I have more pics to come. Chow

Pattern Description: CassockPattern Sizing:44-46

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?Yes, indeed.

Were the instructions easy to follow?Yes

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?I have made it several times - i like the versatility. You can change it and make it your own. I don't care for sewing on so many buttons - looking for an alternative.
Fabric Used:Rayon blend.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:I like to use brocade coordinating fabric for the collar and cuffs.
Would you sew it again? Yes, yes , yes

Would you recommend it to others?Yes, absolutely!

Conclusion: Overall , I enjoying sewing using this pattern. It is one of my TNT.

Long time comin'

2010-09-29T20:28:00.003-04:00

It's been a while. I have been viewing other blogs and getting inspired. My son is almost back to 100 percent, he is not doing any sports just yet but he is helping to manage the football team at his school. I have been sewing but I have not had time to take pictures to post.
My husbands mom passed away which was a major blow to our family. Not matter how much you try to prepare yourself - you are really never ready for it when the times comes.

June is my month to celebrate

2010-06-15T10:11:00.003-04:00

June is our month to celebrate, My birthday on the 13th , his birthday on the 22nd, and our wedding anniversary on the 15th.

This picture was taken at our 20th anniversary celebration.

Needless to say the childrens birthdays follow July, August and September and a short break then Feburary. Then it starts all over again.

Real Talk - A new day!

2010-06-07T09:55:00.002-04:00

Thank God for a new day, a new week. Another chance to get it right. When people affect your life, negatively or positively - choose to draw what helps you from the relationship. Make it work for YOU. It's easy to take the positive, but use the negative as a learning tool. Learn about the person and then learn about yourself. What are you willing to tolerate?

Another sweetsixteen

2010-06-05T00:14:00.003-04:00

This the Birthday girl in her second dress. I used Butterick #5323 view A. There are jewels on the waistband - I glued and sewed them on.

Me and the Birthday girl.

These are the girls from her court. The dresses are made from Butterick # 5457 view E. The pleats in these dresses gave me a problem but once I did the first 2 , it was full steam ahead.

Oh, the young lady second from the left is my daughter.

Unfortunately , I didn't get a good shot of the first dress, i used Mc Call #6029.

Update

2010-06-02T16:51:00.002-04:00

Good Day everyone

It's been ages since I have been on my blog. I have been sewing and looking at other blogs. But, mainly I have been taking care of my son , he had open heart surgery on May 24th. The operation went well, with minimal complications. He is now on the mend - he is 19 and thinks he is superman, but his body is telling him otherwise, lol.
The surgeon said "it's was the biggest defect I've ever seen", I am giving God thanks that it was found and could be repaired. I meet several people at the hospital who had children that needed new hearts , one as young as 7 months old. For them I am praying also.

I will be posting some pics soon.

Until then - peace.

Pillows for local Army Reserve Unit

2010-02-17T12:53:00.002-05:00

I found these pillow panels at Walmart. I made 20 pillows for a local Amry reserve unit here in Long Island. The were donated to the family support group that have soilders that are away from home. I would love to make more - I keep checking Wal-mart to see if the got it back in, unfortunately many of the local Wal-marts here in NY have stopped selling fabric :-{{{{{

Thank you all

2010-02-14T12:50:00.003-05:00

Thank you all for your well wishes and prayers. The condition my son has is called ASD (ATRIAL SEPTAL DEFECT) basically its a hole that needs to be closed. I will fill you all in as the time draws near - he is scheduled to have the surgery in late May.

It is so nice to know that there is a community of caring and kind people such as yourselves.

Celebrating my little Brothers Birthday

2010-02-12T15:29:00.002-05:00

We went to Caroline's Comedy Club in NYC for my brothers Birthday. Kevin Hart was the featured comedian for the evening. I made a gift basket for him and got to meet him backstage as well as my brother. He was hiliarous , he is very talented young man. His style of comedy is very down to earth and clean (which helped me to enjoy the show even more).

It's been forever

2010-02-12T15:13:00.002-05:00

It's been a long while since I blogged. I have found time though to keep up with the blogs of others. I have been busy with the family. One of my sons is facing a health challgene - after a college physical , it was dicovered that he has to have open heart surgery. This came as a shock because he has been and continues to be athletic. He is currently on the Track team at Nassau Communty College and doing quite well (if I might add).
I am grateful to God that the heart defect was found because so many times these things are not detected until it is to late. So I am grateful knowing that God will see us through.

I have kept my self busy with crafting, sewing and my gift basket business "Expressions Of Faith - All occasion gift baskets. I am also working on developing a counseling and resource organization for teen mothers. "Project - Promised Destiny".

I am going to post pictures soon - just got a new camera, still learning how to work it. lol

Can't believe I missed it!

2009-11-18T05:39:00.001-05:00

I have been waiting for Pattern Review to have a shopping trip in NYC. After looking on facebook and see others talking about shopping in NYC - it hit me! Then I checked PR only to see that I had missed the shopping trip. Does anyone know if there is any alerts on PR that will notify you of up coming events? Or do I have to stay off facebook and go on PR more. LOL

If you went on the trip feel free to tell me about it.

Thanks

Sweet Sweet Sixteen

2009-10-20T13:45:00.003-04:00

Last month we celebrated our daughters 16th birthday. I made her dress and her attendants dresses. To view picture go to garyphoto.phanfare.com . When you get to the website look up Eboni's sweet sixteen she has on royal blue and the girls have on royal blue and silver.

I used Butterick 5182 (view A) and Mc calls 5850

Next project - a christening dress.

How Much Fabric? Card GUEST GIVEAWAY!!!!

2009-10-13T06:48:00.000-04:00

How Much Fabric? Card GUEST GIVEAWAY!!!!

New Toy

2009-08-29T17:14:00.003-04:00

Before I left for vacation, I was watching HSN (Home Shopping Network) guess what I ordered.

http://crafts-sewing.hsn.com/singer-top-of-the-line-computerized-sewing-machine_p-5480085_xp.aspx?web_id=5480085&o=emOrderConf20090820&cm_mmc=Email*OrderCnf*TV*Confirm

It comes with lots of accessories (lots of diffreent feet).
I had it shipped to my husbands job while we were away so it would be safe. lol
Hubby goes back to work on monday. I will be waitin' patiently.

Vacation

2009-08-29T16:48:00.003-04:00

The family has been on vacation. We went on a cruise to Canada. Visited St. John and Halifax (Novia Scotia). The weather in St.John was misty rain and chilly. Halifax was beautiful weather. We went the local mall - my daughter made out like a bandit. I was told that there was a local fabric store but I never found it. After shopping we decided to walk back to the pier. It was about a mile back to the ship. Lovely homes, clean city, just no fabric stores.

Next projects

2009-08-15T23:19:00.002-04:00

I was asked to make neck ties and sashes for the youth choir at my church. I have made bow ties before. No problem. I purchase a tie pattern Mc Calls 2447. I cut out the ties - then sat down to sew.......yes I got this - " so I thought to myself", until I got to second step. Any way not to bore you all - I purchase ANOTHER tie pattern - its much easier. when I am done I will post a pic.

Up late - and tired

2009-08-15T23:02:00.002-04:00

It's been a month since I have last blogged. However, I have been checking out other blogs. Lots of you have such beautiful projects going on. I have been working on cleaning and reorganizing my sewing room but to no avail. So, I guess as long as I know where everything is I will manage.

I am exhausted today, we had our annual Church Barbecue. It took lots of planning and hard work but we had a great time. Lots of food and good old fashion fun. I didn't have time to take any pictures because I was working the grill and organizing food.

I believe everyone had a great time and certainly all were full when the left.

Big ups to my church family! - Refuge Church of Christ.

Organizing my sewing room

2009-07-25T20:51:00.004-04:00

I have been trying to organize my sewing room. It seems as though I have been doing this for months or maybe even years. lol If I could only stop shopping. My new plan is to sew more and shop less. lol

My only other option has been to donate or give away some things. I have been giving things to my church, girl scouts and a old neighbor who sews. I recently received a sewing basket that belonged to one of my aunts who passed away. I am going to take pics of the what was inside.
Stay tuned--you will be surprised.

Dress for my DD

2009-07-24T01:59:00.003-04:00

We had Woman's Day at Church. The attire was white outfit with black accessories. I found this simple pattern (New Look 6885).

Here is my DD in her dress. I used white cotton eyelet. The only adjustment I had to make was , adding a heavier lining in the skirt part of the dress. It looks really pretty on her. She advised with making all the alterations. I did have to cut off about 3 inches for the hem.

Huge picture

2009-07-09T16:16:00.002-04:00

OMG! I was trying to add a new pic to the header to my blog. Does anyone know how I can decrease the size of this pic. I tried to remove it but my computer seems to have frozen. I am going to log out and try to return a decrease the pic size before anyone sees it. lol

Blast from the past

2009-07-09T15:13:00.006-04:00

This is my lovely God-daughter (10 years old). She is wearing a dress that I made for her sister when was she was 10 years old or so. Her sister is now 15, and the dress is still alive and well. Please notice the matching lollipop, lol.

Prom 2009

2009-07-04T19:44:00.004-04:00

It's been some time since I last blogged. Although, I have been following the blogs of others and been getting inspired. However , I have been putting in some time in working on prom and graduation.

I made my son's prom dates dress. The pattern is Butterick 4731, dress was made from views B & D. For accent I added white beading across the upper bodice. I also made the purse.

Oh her date is my handsome some who graduated from high school.

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2009-06-21T13:13:00.001-04:00

Happy Birthday to me!!

2009-06-13T23:58:00.001-04:00

Spent the day with family.Went to movies with hubby. The celebration continues on Tuesday with girlfriends. I receive some nice gifts that included gift certificates to JOANNS!

Happy Mother's Day

2009-05-09T22:25:00.002-04:00

Wishing everyone a very Happy Mother's Day ;-))))

Purchases from the Sewing Expo !

2009-05-03T19:42:00.004-04:00

These are the John Deer " In the hoop" Embroidery kits :tissue cover, note pad, check book

Tag a long - Embroidered tags

I got renewals for my sew news & creative subscription at a great discount. I also purchased a few yards of a white rayon from Vogue Fabrics (they had a large vendor both with a big variety of items.

Floriani have every type of stabilizer you could think of.

Sulky had a special because they are changing their packaging A bundle of 6 stabilizer cost 36.00. There is a lot of yardage on each roll.

This pattern is for coat but I saw it sewn-up in the vendors booth. It had embroidery around the collar across the hem. It can be worn as a top for a clergy woman.

I purchased this iron also, the actual part that irons is about 4 inches long . The handle is very sturdy.

This is just a tote bag that they gave me when I picked up my registration packet. It was big enough to carry all of my goodies & more.

Lastly, this is a bonding agent that will bond anything & also does repairs on torn fabric.

The making of a diaper cake.

2009-05-03T19:31:00.003-04:00

A girlfriend of mine is having her first baby & look what I made as a gift--- a diaper cake.
The pictures in reverse - sorry. I thought the pics would up load in the order that I picked them. Anyway, this is the finished product. I also made the lollipops.

It's not in the picture but I topped it off with a gift card to Babies R Us.

Sewing Expo in Worcester MA

2009-04-25T23:53:00.002-04:00

I must begin by saying I had a ball!! I took 4 classes.
1- Notion Commotion -the instructor showed the lastest in notions. Of course, they were all available from the vendors.
2- Serger 911- the instructor spoke about a few things that could go wrong with your serger like burrs ( which is a nick in the lower looper. She told about a inexpensive way to repair them.
3- Marketing - she spoke about how to market your crafts/patterns ,she also had good information concerning trademarks

Lastly, I took a 3hr embroidery class entitled "In the hoop" this was a John Deer embroidery project . Amazingly enough the entire project is made in the hoop of the embroidery machine. We were supposed to complete 3 items but we only completed 2, a wallet, and a card case. We got to take home the materials & instruction for the 3rd project which is a cellphone case.

I was amazed at the fact that the insertion of the zipper for the wallet was done "in the hoop". The only time we took anything off the embroidery hoop was when the project was finished . When we removed the project from the hoop all that needed to be done was to fold it inside out.

I will post pics of the items I purchased soon.
Sulky had a great deal on stabilizers(the Notion Comm, teacher said that Sulky is getting new packaging so they are selling old packaging at a nice discount.
Brought 1 pattern, notions and embroidery programs.

Oh, hubby came to showroom on the last day, he spent most of his time studying for an accounting test.

They raffled of 2 or 3 top of the line sewing machines each day.

Did I win one, NO, but a 12 year old who was sitting right next to me did win.
Maybe next year.

I am here.

2009-04-16T22:52:00.002-04:00

We made it here safe. The drive was okay, hubby slept most of the way. lol
Got here in enough time to pick up my registration packet & took a peek into the convention hall. Need to get some sleep I am taking 2 classes tomorrow Notion Commotion and Serge ring 911. Will post how it went later.

Going to Sewing Expo !!

2009-04-15T13:40:00.002-04:00

For years I have been wanting to go the Sewing & Quilting Expo. Thanks to some fellow sewing bloggers who went to the Expo in GA. I registered for 3 classed, Serging 911, Notion Commotion, and an class on embroidering ( this class is hands-on) can't wait to see how my project will turn out.

Well, I feel like I am back on the blogging block. I appreciate all of you for sharing your skills and most of all for your sewinspiration. lol

I will be posting soon about my experience at the Expo.

BTW , yep hubby is going - the drive is a little over 3 hours.

Chow for now

Embroidered Patch

2009-04-15T13:25:00.006-04:00

I made a embroidered frame, cut it out & used fusible web to iron the patch onto the bag. ( a permanent bond)
This is a pic of the trial patch.

Just a note to say I have been viewing blogs & getting inspired. I have several projects on the table. Here is a pic of one I am trying to complete by tomorrow. My Church is having a Banquet to honor those who assist our Pastors. Some people call them Armour Bearers or Adjutants. There are 14 Adjutants being honored and as a gift they are receiving a bag loaded with things that help them do their job. My job in this effort is to find a way to embroidery the word "Adjutant" on the tote bag.

However, the bag has multiple compartments that make it impossible to put the bag on a hoop. So, here is what I came up with.

Thank you

2009-03-23T19:58:00.001-04:00

I would like thank you all for your heartfelt well wishes for me & my family.

It's Been a while

2009-03-19T18:11:00.005-04:00

It's been a while since I posted anything. I have been doing some sewing just having a hard time downloading pics. Anyway, I have been looking at some of my fellow sewing blogger sites. You ladies have completed some great projects. Thanks for sharing your efforts.

Last week my last and oldest Aunt (maternal) passed away. She was 81 years old. She will be missed. Looking forward to posting soon.

Never leave your hubby alone with your PC.

2009-02-25T17:33:00.002-05:00

OMG!! I sat down to view my blog & check out some friends. When I went to my favorites - which links me directly to my blog, guess what???? A blank blogger page came up with his name as a blogger. At first I panicked , I thought all was lost. After a phone call & a big apology I calmed down enough to figure out what happened.

Some people wanna be "Like Mike". lol

I think he better stick to dropping me off at the fabric stores. Tonight he is going to get a one on one lesson in blogging.

Feeling calm now. :-))))

I can find a fabric store anywhere!

2009-02-22T01:26:00.005-05:00

We are on vacation, went to the movies, shopped around and then......I looked across the road & what did I see JOANN'S FABRICS. My kids sighed and my hubby pulled over. Now I have been in Joann's many times but this was Joann's SUPER STORE. The cutting table had a "take a number system", so you can continue to shop while waiting for someone to cut your fabric. This way you are not just waiting in line. This store was twice or three times the size of the Joann's where I usually shop. Although I could have stayed longer, I did find a few things on sale & picked up a pattern I was trying to find.

The truth be told , I could have stayed longer. LOL

Oh, the store is Exton,PA

Crocheted Hat

2009-02-15T17:49:00.003-05:00

I crocheted a hat this weekend also. I found a free crochet pattern online. It took me a few hours to complete it. I am also in the middle of crocheting a baby sweater. I will take pics soon. I enjoy crocheting because I can carry it with me where ever I go. Also, if the project is small - it gives me instant gradification.

A skirt for the Princess

2009-02-15T17:39:00.003-05:00

I made a skirt for the Princess this weekend. I finally made a skirt with a enclosed zipper. Yahhoo! No more exposed zippers. It was not as hard as I thought it would be. I normally lay the zipper in the seam - sew it in place & then use the seam ripper to expose the zipper. The pattern I used was Mc Calls # 5523. I believe this will be a TNT pattern.

Pics from Meet-up shopping trip

2009-02-09T08:56:00.004-05:00

"The Princess" doing what comes natural "SHOPPING"

Famous for Strawberry Cheese cake!

Oh, me & "The Princess" went to Junior's for their famous Strawberry Cheese Cake.

NYC Sewing Meet-Up

2009-02-09T08:37:00.005-05:00

I had a ball!!! First of all , it was nice to be in the city & the weather was great! The ladies in the Meet-up group were very nice. We met at a coffee shop for some sewing/crocheting chit chat and there was a pattern & notion swap. There were a few Burda magazines & some trim (that I got from my stash).

Then it was off to the stores. Of course, I purchased some fabric. I also found Burda patterns for 2.00. What a bargain! I found a store that had applique lace by the yard. I was short on time so I only visited 2 stores but I am sure I will be going back. There are so many fabric & trim stores.

Oh, I didn't mention that my dd aka "The Princess" went with me. She was interested in fabric for her sweet sixteen celebration that is coming up this year.

I am putting the pics in the next blog (only because when I upload them the always go to the top of the blog & never were I what them to land). lol

**Hint - Hint , If someone knows how to make the pics upload under the paragraph (please help me)

On my way!!

2009-02-07T10:48:00.002-05:00

I am going to my first sewing meet-up today. A trip to the NYC garment district. Looking forward to meeting new sewing friends & doing a little shopping. I am going to try to stay close to my budget.
I am looking for clergy vestment material & a some bridal lace.

Oh, look at the clock ......gotta go. I have a 45 min drive!

Kreativ award

2009-01-31T21:02:00.002-05:00

I' ve been nominated!

2009-01-30T00:05:00.002-05:00

I would like to thank Aisha of http://obaquilts.blogspot.com . For those of you who have not visited her blog, trust me you will not be sorry. Her quilts are amazing. There is a link to her website to see other quilts she has made.

I must admit I was surprised by this nomination- I feel like I am the new kid on the block. I just learned how to put widgets on my blog.

I am nominating the following bloggers:

http://fayessewingadventure.blogspot.com

Faye, thanks for being the first to follow my blog - you give me inspiration.

http://anothercreation.blogspot.com

Elaray , I enjoy your blog & I am going to conquer a BWOF pattern. :+)))

http://wannsew.blogspot.com

JC, thanks for introducing me to the Meet-up groups ( The sewing Lounge) - Be encouraged.

http://sewnistainthemaking.blogspot.com

Ms. Mica - thanks for the help with the widgets- looking forward to meeting you a NYC sewing Meet-up.

http://sewhooked.blogspot.com
Omega , thanks for sharing your sewing adventures & your faith.

http://sewfit.blogspot.com
Aminat, I enjoyed your blog on planning ( I wanna be like u when I grow -up ) lol

http://sewingfantaticdiary.blogspot.com
cmarie12
Thanks for your postings - the inspire me & the non sewing topics are great.

I really enjoy reading all of the sewing blogs - from the creative ideas to the step by step illustration to the everyday life issues. Thank you all for being an inspiration.

I must go now I need to start learning how to enter sewing review on "Sewing Pattern Review".
Believe me I do sew - posting it has been another story. lol

Chow for now

Isn't he cute

2009-01-26T17:18:00.000-05:00

While I was resting to day , I felt someone on my bed ---- my beloved pet Bebe & his friend Mr. Monkey.

2009-01-21T20:12:00.000-05:00

Here is a pic of the pattern I used to make the dress.

My nieces' Quiencera dress

2009-01-21T20:05:00.000-05:00

The pattern is Butterick #5134.

Whew! finally here is a pic of a dress I made for my niece. She celebrated her 15th Birthday in a big way.

Snow storm recks havoc on my shopping storm!

2009-01-10T19:26:00.000-05:00

Well, today was the day to go to my first sewing meetup in New York City to the Garment District but, we got snow all afternoon. It has been rescheduled for Feburary. I was almost ready to brave the elements to get there, well anyway we will see what Feburary holds.

2009-01-08T03:48:00.000-05:00

Happy New Year.

I had a great holiday season. Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years were celebrated just the way I wanted. Very quietly. Just myself , hubby & kids.

Thanks to my fellow blogger Wannasew, I found a sewing Meet-up group in my area. I will be going to the garment district in NYC. Check back for updates.

I have been sewing, just haven't had time to download pics yet.

Until next time.

Be Blessed
Stay Blessed

Thanksgiving 2008

2008-11-29T19:26:00.000-05:00

We had a great time. I cooked dinner, we ate & watched movies all day. No guest -just me, hubby & the kids.

Until later
Chow for now

So much to do , So little time

2008-11-15T18:29:00.000-05:00

I haven't been bloging for a while now. I have just been viewing other sewing blogs. Oh, but I have been shopping. My daughter has been helping me to restrain but the sales have been great. I have a lot on my plate, with 3 teenagers and a 21 year old. It is generally thought that the older your children are the less they need you. DON"T believe that. When they are young they my dum mistakes but when they are older they can make LIFE CHANGING MISTAKES. So we as parents need to watch more closely. I don't know where I would be if it wasn't for prayer.
I definitely have to depend on the Lord to help me.

I am also in school, I got a "A" on my midterm paper . :-))))
My middle son is in the process of graduating from High school - he is on the football team and can think of nothing else but football.
The other 2 are faring well in school & the other normal stuff.
(Boyfriends, girlfriends, what shall I wear?, What's the latest this that & the other, what they want for christmas) All the stuff teens do.

My husband.....oh enough said
The dog......

I need a break, time to re foucus myself

Pattern sale & another nice surprise.

2008-10-22T20:32:00.000-04:00

I made it to the Joann's Fabric sale. They had Vogue patterns on sale for 3.99, the average regular price was 25.00. I found all but one of the patterns I wanted. I wasn't there to purchase fabric but as I was peeking through the aisles a satin brocade fabric caught my eye. I began to wonder were I had seen this fabric before. Then it came to me - my husband just brought a new red shirt & matching tie. Take a look at the similarity. It's not an exact match but it is close enough. Maybe I can make an accessory for myself. Take a look.

Now, back to sewing.

2008-10-15T20:50:00.001-04:00

I haven't sewn anything for myself for a while. I got discouraged because I didn't know how to upload pics. But, I have got that down to a science now. Anyhow Joann Fabrics has a sale on Vogue Patterns tomorrow. I have a few Sandra B Patterns I want to pick up. I hope they have the patterns I want.

I want to learn how to follow other blogs. Those of you who have sewing blogs - trust me I enjoy viewing your blogs. You are my inspiration. I just want to be able to list them on my blog. If anyone can help please feel free to email me.

Chow for now
Be Blessed, Stay Blessed
Sewing Shay

Circle of Sisters in NYC Part 2

2008-10-15T20:42:00.001-04:00

I also got to meet & talk with Chef Jeff , his life is a testimony of what preservence, determination & hard work will take you. His life story is truly inspirational. He has a show on the Food Network - the Chef Jeff Project. He made a shrimp dish & cornbread. Unfortunatley I could taste it becasue I am allergic to shell fish, but everyone said it was very tasty.

Circle of Sisters in NYC

2008-10-15T20:10:00.000-04:00

I haven't been blogging lately- mainly I have been following other blogs. So let me catch up. My daughter & I went to an event here in NYC called "Circle of Sisters". The event in basically to cater to the needs of the total woman. It covered health & wellness issues as well as the normal hair care , make-up, etc. I went to a workshop entitled "Raising Families" , it was very good. Rev. Run & his wife Justine were on the panel. Later that evening there was a concert with Regina Bell, Jennifer Hudson, Lyfe Jennings & others.

It was a fun - "Girls Day Out"

I also got to meet to very special people. The Next Food Network Star winner Aaron McCargo Jr. aka "Big Daddy". He made a parfait which looked delicious. I got a chance to taste the topping which was made with coconut & orange zest. It was very tasty. His personality is so very endearing, he really is down to earth.

My dancing daughter

2008-07-21T00:22:00.000-04:00

I have finally learn how to add pics to my page. Here is a pic of my daughter dancing at my 20th wedding anniversary celebration. I made the outfit she is wearing. I really enjoy sewing for her.

I feel like sing "Isn't she lovely".

I need to check my blog more often

2008-07-14T19:30:00.000-04:00

I enjoy viewing the sewing blogs of others & neglect to check my OWN blog. It's nice to see that others are viewing but I must admit - it's time to give you something to view. (LOL)
I am currently still learning how to add pictures & add my favorite blog sites.

Chow for now.
Be Blessed!!

It's been a long time.

2008-06-20T19:13:00.000-04:00

It has been a while since I have been on the blog. I have been ill - I am on the mend now. While I am recuperating I have been doing some reading (learn how to work better with knits). I have had my children bring my embroidery & sewing machines to my dining room table. I want to sew as much as possible before I have to go back to work. I am currently working on a praise dance outfit for a friend from church.

Organize, Organize, Organize!

2008-01-28T18:15:00.000-05:00

Thank you for the warm welcome. Right now I am working organizing my sewing room, which included giving away a rubbermaid container full of fabrics.(at least 20 pieces 3- 6 yds each). This took time because I kept imagining what I could of, should of made with each piece of fabric that I gave away. Oh the agony!

NEW KID ON THE BLOCK

2008-01-23T19:39:00.000-05:00

I am new to all of this. I find it so interesting to read all of the blogs. There is so much helpful information. I also identify with many of the ups & down of sewing. This is a wonderful forum. I have spent hours viewing the different blog pages. It gives me inspiration. I took a sewing class in high school and I have been sewing ever since. It is a passion for me such as many of yourselves.
I will be posting pictures when I learn how (LOL). I need to learn how to link PR to this site.