My daughter Malena got a job upgrade. She's pretty excited, and I am too. An appropriate clothing style for her would be classified as Executive Casual, and I told her I would make her a new wardrobe.
We first went shopping to get her started with some high-quality, stylish and comfortable shoes for the current season. We found two pairs, a pretty good start, but she'll need one more to round it out.
We then went fabric shopping. We made out pretty well, about 7 good-quality fabrics total, plus linings. Last night I prewashed and dried everything on delicate cycles.
The first item I am making for her is a button down shirt. The print is a dainty floral, with a vintage vibe, and a good combo of colors. She's not fond of florals, but she approved this particular print. The cut of the blouse is slim, modern, with a 3/4 sleeve.
I've cut out all the pieces: 2 fronts, 1 back, 2 yokes, 2 sleeves, 4 cuffs, 2 collars, and 2 stands. I've marked the darts for the back and fronts with hot pink thread. Next task will be to cut out the fusible interfacing, and apply to collar, stand, and cuffs.
Each night I will post my progress, should be done by Thursday night. Hopefully I can then start on the navy linen pants, which will look sharp with the blouse. Those will take considerably longer, possibly 12 hours, or 5 nights.
Vanessa virginiences, or American Lady on Liatrus Spicata, or Button Snakewort.
Both Native
There are a lot of expressions that we hear now and then; most we think we know the origin of, some we don't. For the most part we just don't ponder the origin of commonplace expressions because they are... common. The first thing I discovered when beginning to read this little gem of a book, was not only hadn't I considered where many common sayings come from, but my preconceived idea of their origin was actually wrong! Kinda embarrassing, but guessing I may not be alone in this. I thought it would be of value then to share some tidbits from this book. Audio format is nice, as you can multitask while listening to this. This is my first attempt at recording reading a book, so any constructive criticism is welcome!
There are a lot of expressions that we hear now and then; most we think we know the origin of, some we don't. For the most part we just don't ponder the origin of commonplace expressions because they are... common. The first thing I discovered when beginning to read this little gem of a book, was not only hadn't I considered where many common sayings come from, but my preconceived idea of their origin was actually wrong! Kinda embarrassing, but guessing I may not be alone in this. I thought it would be of value then to share some tidbits from this book. Audio format is nice, as you can multitask while listening to this. This is my first attempt at recording reading a book, so any constructive criticism is welcome!
There are a lot of expressions that we hear now and then; most we think we know the origin of, some we don't. For the most part we just don't ponder the origin of commonplace expressions because they are... common. The first thing I discovered when beginning to read this little gem of a book, was not only hadn't I considered where many common sayings come from, but my preconceived idea of their origin was actually wrong! Kinda embarrassing, but guessing I may not be alone in this. I thought it would be of value then to share some tidbits from this book. Audio format is nice, as you can multitask while listening to this. This is my first attempt at recording reading a book, so any constructive criticism is welcome!
Cool! I've never noticed galls on staghorn sumac. Location: SE NH.
Melaphis rhois on Rhus typhina
https://bygl.osu.edu/node/1112
Happy garden with all the heat, humidity, and occasional rain.
I made a yummy zucchini chocolate bread for my sister's visit. Going to air fry some of what I just picked.
