Halloween Already

Halloween Catalog of patterns is available for pre-order by August 31, 2008 and receive a copy of holiday decorating pattern 3642 FREE. Offer good while supplies last.

What time is it?

Need a new watch? I'm not currently in the market, unless it's water proof, kid proof & doesn't EVER need a battery replaced, LOL!!! My only "nice" watch is a few years old and seems to need a new battery every 6 months. Kind of a pain. After browsing this luxury watch website, I might be...

The Watchery has been selling luxury watches on ebay since 1999 with a 100% positive feedback! That is impressive, I sold a few books and had one negative (they just wanted a free book at my expense). They have a ton of brand names to choose from including TAG Heuer, Movado, Cartier, Citizen, and Bulova. Just to name a few.

I can't really judge their pricing but it seems fair enough. IT's been a long time since I've priced a watch! I looked at several models that gave you a free second watch, up to $95 or a selection of 80% off watches with purchase. They offer free FedEx & UPS shipping in the USA.

I consider my watch as part of my jewelry, so paying a little more for an attractive piece makes sense! I have always LOVED the Movados, so simple and stunning all at the same time. The gold plated Amorosa with the black dial and the diamonds (of course) really caught my eye!

Ruffle skirt

Crafty Daisies recycled denim ruffle skirt tutorial.

Thanks to The Queen of Re for the info!!!

New Mom blog

I was just informed about Moms in a blog by
My Trendy Tykes.

Looks like it could be a good resource for us Moms!

Yard Sale find & a Threadbangers video

My yard sale fabric find, $1 for about a bolt. It's going to be curtains for the front room/dinning room.



Cool Fashion show followed by a stippled t-shirt project done with the darning foot. This I could do, I love free motion, sew relaxing!!!

Janome partners with ThreadBanger

The DIY Scoop Janome has partnered with the awesomely cool ThreadBanger.com. I watched one of their videos & subscribed to their podcast. I am hooked! Of course I am still out of my sewing studio. I figure I have a week left of stuff in my spring cleaning downstairs, then I move up!

Of course my sister called & got me out the door before The Prince even left for school to hit a couple yard sales. I am always on the look out for sewing & crafting junk when I go & I found it today!!! Two complete purse projects for $2, fabric, pattern, thread (Mettler even) & the velcro for $1 each! SCORE.

Progress on the "Belle Elysse"

I picked up some cotton fabric for the Belle Elysse dress. So far I have cut out the material & started sewing the bodice & sleeves. The only reason I stopped is because the step I'm on required ironing for the elastic casings before sewing them, so I am on hold until I can get to the iron (it's upstairs in what will be the sewing room).

There are some adorable pics on the page of dresses that have been made by customers. It never ceases to amaze me the impact of fabric choice!!!