Catch-Up

Sorry for the lack of posts. I just noticed it's been almost a month since I last put an entry in. Part of the problem has been computer... or lack thereof. I had to get a new computer. The old one was just having too many problems, and it was only three years old. It was also getting too slow - it would take me forever just to load things up. So I have been busy getting things transferred to the new one. What a pain that is.. and soooo time comsuming. Thank goodness for the internet, though. I think I am pretty computer savvy, but there are somethings I am just not sure of... so I googled them and sure enough I found the answer. What a great feeling that is to concur a problem. On top of that issue. I have been without internet for the past few days and talking with my ISP, which shall remain nameless, is enough to drive a person to drink. Anyway, since I last posted, Easter has come and went. Hope everyone had a nice one. Prior to that, I threw all caution to the wind and hired a cleaning lady. I had fought with myself for a long time as to whether or not I should get one. Is she going to clean the way I like it? I should really do it myself. What if I don't like what she does? Should I really let someone else do it? These are all things that were going on back in forth in my head before I finally just said I am going to do it! Boy, I'm glad I did! She came the Wednesday before Easter and cleaned the whole house in 4 hours! I was ex-tactic. I was jumping around like a kid with candy in her pocket. I got so much done that day, while my whole house was getting cleaned.. it was wonderful. Whoever said "oh you get more satisfaction out of cleaning it yourself, was DEAD wrong. I was completely satisfied, and then some! I was hosting Easter on Sunday. I can't tell you how the stress level went down having my home cleaned. I didn't have to worry that I had to clean the bathrooms, or clean the floors or wash the cupboards before everyone came..... cause it was all done. All I worried about was getting groceries, preparing the mean and I even got all my laundry done. My house was in order and I was ready to enjoy my company. I definitely urge you if you are thinking or struggling with this same dilemma, to go out and get yourself someone to clean your home. It will make you feel great... and don't you deserve it?!

I also got a lot of sewing done, working on some new designs and booking some spring shows.

Here are some of the things I have been working on.... Dragonfly dress/top (that is based on the pillowcase idea) and wide pants... more to come soon!

First time I made yo-yo's... why, oh why, did I wait so long???

New shirred dresses. Do you know how hard it is to photograph a busy little girl.....


Plus a whole lot more that I just haven't had a chance to photograph yet. Hopefully, next week.

It's Friday... again! I'm so glad. Have a super weekend.

M.I.A.

(missing in action)
That's how I feel I've been lately. It's been pretty hectic around here.... what else is new ?! What have I been up to you ask? Lets see....
Drapery for a client. The fabric is gorgeous. The combination is fantastic and works beautiful with the client's choice of bedding. We were both ecstatic about the outcome and the lucky, sweet baby girl now has a beautiful room and is much better than the dark blue towel the mom had up to block the sunlight.

Busy at my machine sewing Receiving Baby Sets and new to SilverLining Designs baby bibs. My new found obsession. I love making these. I am enjoying the whole process and these are only some of what's to come. I have so many ideas flying around in me head to make more. If I could only get the time to work on them.
At some point, I would like to get some more of the Receiving Baby Sets listed in my Etsy Shop. Right now I have one set (Cutie Pies) listed there.







Made with flannel and back with micro chenille, they are oh-so-soft. Others are made with fabulous white waffle cotton and backed with either terry or micro chenille and all are interlined with felt to make them super absorbent. Whichever one you choose, your child is going to look super stylish! Eventually, I am going to list some of these bibs in my Etsy shop. So stay tuned!


I love adding all the little details.

The last week or so has been a nightmare for me. My computer went haywire and was infected with spyware. I implore anyone that doesn't have protection.... GET IT! I had to find someone that could help me out and fix it. When I finally did, it ate up three days... yes, three days, people, of my valuable time! But I think it is fixed now and I think I have about 5 different protection programs on it now. I was panicking for a while there, though. This computer has everything on it. I mean e v e r y t h i n g! So now that it is fixed no one is allowed on it because you see, not only was this computer used for my business, but the rest of the family used it for their personal use. Well, not any more. They are stuck using the old decrepit laptop in the kitchen. We need to get a new one. Nothing fancy, but something with a little more memory and up to date. I have always just assumed on getting a windows laptop, but recently been open to looking at getting an apple. I have been told that they are more user friendly and excellent for children. However, a lot more expensive. Any thoughts on that?

So, lets see, what else. I have been booking craft shows and trade shows. This is a super busy time before the holiday season. Yes, I said it - holiday season. Before you know it it will be upon us. So I have been trying to work on my inventory. I want as much made as possible so I am not sewing at the last minute or inbetween shows. I have also been visiting clients to quote them on drapery treatments. Visiting suppliers, meeting new ones, getting fabric samples. Working on some custom work.... and oh yes, I have two kids and a husband.... so homework, housework, school meetings, babysitting nieces and nephews, laundry, meals, etc..... whew... I could go on and on but I won't bore you.

So I bet you can guess by now why I have been MIA and probably will be for the next little while. But don't worry...I will be back. Can't guarantee when, but I will.