I'm a huge bargain shopper. And I can get super excited over a good deal. For instance, I was with two close friends this weekend and we were shopping at Target. I had seen a super cute tote a couple weeks ago but didn't want to pay full price and had totally forgot about it. But as we were shopping, we saw the tote on clearance for $3. Needless to say, it is now in my possession. :) Woot!
And I am starting to realize more and more how much money I can save by making things, especially decorative items. I've become a frequent shopper of Joann Fabrics (ha!) and love browsing through all the material. Today I came home with a sample of fabric that happens to match pillows (which I almost got rid of) and framed artwork (that had been sitting around unused) I already have! Hooray!
I think the fabric might be used to cover a couple plain white lamp shades I have...and of course I'll follow the handy dandy tutorial of my friend Tara! I've been stumped on decorating our living room and now that I have some things that are starting to coordinate, I think it'll give me a jump start! Is it totally dorky that I wish I had a couple days off to just sit around and do crafty projects?!
Oh well, there you have it.
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Sunday, July 11, 2010
success!
So, Tara came over this weekend to help me with my first sewing project. Its been a long time since I've used a sewing machine. I do vaguely remember a sewing class I went to when I was younger...but it really has been awhile. And that "gem" that Mom VB is letting me borrow turned out to be a wee bit finicky! We just couldn't figure it out! I lovingly nicknamed the sewing machine 'Grandma Singer' mostly due to her age, crotchetiness, and lovely smell. ;)
Anyway, we spent most of the afternoon trying to unjam the bobbin. And then finally later that evening, after reading the ENTIRE manual online multiple times, I got her working correctly. She just needed a little love. :) Ahhh, sweet success! (pics to follow after the project is complete!)
Sunday afternoon we spent watching the World Cup Final and were disappointed that the referee made some terrible calls and the Netherlands did not win. I even showcased one of Kyle's orange Netherlands jersey to the pub where we watched the game! Sad end to the world cup, although I must say, I thoroughly enjoyed watching the games over the past month! Woot for soccer! :)
Anyway, we spent most of the afternoon trying to unjam the bobbin. And then finally later that evening, after reading the ENTIRE manual online multiple times, I got her working correctly. She just needed a little love. :) Ahhh, sweet success! (pics to follow after the project is complete!)
Sunday afternoon we spent watching the World Cup Final and were disappointed that the referee made some terrible calls and the Netherlands did not win. I even showcased one of Kyle's orange Netherlands jersey to the pub where we watched the game! Sad end to the world cup, although I must say, I thoroughly enjoyed watching the games over the past month! Woot for soccer! :)
Friday, July 2, 2010
A small treasure
Look at this gem I brought home from Michigan...
It's a (super) old sewing machine that Mom VB is letting me borrow. One day I will purchase a sleeker looking one (and one that doesn't weigh 50 lbs!), but for now this does the job. :) I was even able to download the original manual online. Who knew?
I can now start on some long awaited sewing projects. More updates on that at a later date!
It's a (super) old sewing machine that Mom VB is letting me borrow. One day I will purchase a sleeker looking one (and one that doesn't weigh 50 lbs!), but for now this does the job. :) I was even able to download the original manual online. Who knew?
I can now start on some long awaited sewing projects. More updates on that at a later date!
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