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May 19, 2006
Sometimes a lot, sometimes never.
Hmm. Looks like I haven't posted in a while. Sheer laziness on my part, since I don't really have a schedule per se any more... Sure there are books I should be reading, but that will be put off for as long as possible.
I have been dressmaking again. A floral number with fabric that was not supposed to be on sale, but accidentally cost $3/yard. Score. The light was all wrong in that pic, so it will have to wait until next time. Also, a retro pattern in solid green. I don't usually make things in solids and that is mostly because the majority of solid cotton fabric out there is kind of icky. This was ok, I guess. It wrinkles a lot even if I iron the hell out of it. Probably won't be that noticable when it is on, however. I have another dress in the first stages that is a kind of red and orange marbled print for the sheath and red sateen for the overskirt. Hopefully that one will get itself made before Italy. God, I can't believe it is Thursday next! Packing is going to be an ordeal, I am sure. Greendress is in, though, that is for sure.
Whilst cutting said greendress, I somehow accidentally cut one too many circle skirts. Well, the pattern called for two and I thought it was just going to be some amazingly huge skirtage, but it looks like you are supposed to make the normal skirt and then an underskirt petticoat thing. Well, I can't say that wearing another dress under my dress really strikes me as a good time, so I decided to just make a different skirt entirely. I saw the latest entry of
Whipup's Whiplash weekly contest and I knew this would fit the bill just right. The theme is "colour" and so I have taken to stitching it variously. I am also planning on adding an oh-so-useful pocket that coordinates. I am glad, at least, that it was salvageable.
Here is a shirt that I made with some of the fabric from Taiwan! I had to buy a new, lower cut bra because my old cottons were peeking out and all of my other ones were too bustifying.
I am 99% finished with Green Gable and I LOVE LOVE LOVE it. I ordered some yarn from Knitpicks to make a second one, but if that doesn't get here by the time I leave, I will just have to pick up some more Sierra. I think it is one of the best-fitting things I have made. Also, have I mentioned that I love top-down raglans. Well, I do.
I need a new knitting project, because when I watch J play videogames I always knit. Right now, we are embroiled in Dreamfall, a pretty amazing adventure game and sequel to The Longest Journey.
The narrative and characters are engaging. Also, the voice actors are excellent. This is, for me, one of the most important parts. It is amazing how many bazillion-dollar games just get some schmoe off the street to do voices. I couldn't even watch Baten Kaitos because they were so bad. Luckily, this game is lovely on many accounts. They have also done some interesting geopolitcal realignments (i.e. making Africa the new center for robotics and technological industry) as well as having a strong heroine who kicks ass without resorting to Lara Crofty drawn-for-the-boys tactics. Since GG is almost done, I will have to find something else to work on. Maybe socks? I was planning on bringing them on the plane, but I just haven't been feeling the sock-love. Everyone in the blogosphere is making sox and they look so cute, but will I ever really wear them? Well, I guess a related question is, how much do I wear the stuff I make anyhow? Sometimes a lot, sometimes never.
Posted by loyd0008 at May 19, 2006 07:19 PM
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Sarah! You look hot in those new specs and cute dress! I just happen to be checking in with the blogs of my old Museum pals... And congrats on the end of school! I still have until Christmas before I finish.
Posted by: Beth (formerly known as Museum Beth) at May 19, 2006 10:20 PM
that dress and shirt are both gorgeous!
Posted by: uglyagnes at May 21, 2006 06:37 PM
So good to hear from you Beth!! You are just speeding though Library Skool. How did that internship work out and how is Life After Museum??
Posted by: villain at May 22, 2006 11:16 AM
Oh, thank you!! I am excited about wearing the Greendress. The perfect accessory will be a fine cocktail...
Posted by: villain at May 22, 2006 11:18 AM
very cute shirt. did you use a pattern? if so which one?
Posted by: loriz at June 28, 2006 01:12 PM
Thanks! It is Butterick 4549. Pretty easy to sew. I saw a version or two on the Sew? I Knit! site and I might have to try it in a new fabric...
Posted by: villain extraordinaire at June 28, 2006 01:25 PM