modified tinyhappy tote

modified tinyhappy tote
Originally uploaded by mobyclick

ok, i somehow figured out how to make this without a seam down the front. miracles never cease. hehe.

this bag is a huge hit at work. seriously, it's a simple cotton tote bag, but the print is mouthwatering good.

i'm really liking the fabric covered button, btw. now, if spring would just hurry up and come.

Lonesome Tree

Lonesome Tree
Originally uploaded by Wiking66

when i say that i feel alot like this tree and my world feels alot like this picture, it's not with complaining. solitude is peaceful and open-ended for me. so, in my working persona, i never complain about being single, or even men in general. my kids and family life tends to be the thing going on for me.

at work yesterday, one of the nurses' aides asked me, out of the blue, if i have tried internet dating sites. i said i had a few years ago.

what made her ask me that in the middle of an ordinary 3-11 shift, on an ordinary day in December?

peace and quiet and no. 3

no. 3
Originally uploaded by mobyclick

earlier today the bookends were here, and we watched Ratatouie for the first time. friendly and heartwarming enough. then we drove to Groton and i delivered marie's makeup roll. she liked it.

now, here by myself, i can watch anthony bourdain as he visits japan during 'cooks tour' without anyone moaning, the phone ringing loudly followed by loud phone conversation, or really ANY other interruptions.

he is eating things that look like biohazard, but tonight, for some reason, i am not repulsed. just mildly interested in a meal that's been eaten long ago by an extremely fortunate cook/author/food-rockstar.

however, the commercial for the simpsons movie.. now that's revolting. i shudder.

scrubs

scrubs
Originally uploaded by mobyclick

if only i had made this one size bigger.

if only cotton didn't shrink in the wash.

if only i hated pizza.

apron pocket

apron pocket
Originally uploaded by mobyclick

ditto ditto

back of red apron

back of red apron
Originally uploaded by mobyclick

ditto

cute red apron!

cute red apron!
Originally uploaded by mobyclick

sold!

inside

inside
Originally uploaded by mobyclick

FINALLY got some good pix! I'll miss this little pretty when she's gone.

n.y.public library

n.y.public library
Originally uploaded by mobyclick

almost to the day a year ago, we went on a spur of the moment (sorta) trip to NYC. i just wish some of the photos from the Metropolitan musium of Art had come out. also, maybe a street shot or two.

this one from October will have to do i suppose. if only i could go once a month. that would be devine.

pink cupcake

pink cupcake
Originally uploaded by mobyclick

the frosting is strawberry. the cakey part is a not-too-sweet yellow cake from scratch. there are 6 more of her sisters waiting to be dressed accordingly.

Sewing Machine Magic

takes a few minutes but WORTH IT!

my cara

my cara
Originally uploaded by mobyclick

this is a girl that knows how to love and be loved. when ever i feel stupid or empty, i rememer this wise smile and know better. This Mama loves her Cara Mia, that's for SURE.

tiffany

tiffany
Originally uploaded by mobyclick

at this time of year, people get involved with decorating, shopping, baking etc., etc.

my goal this year was to be thankful and appreciative of what i've been blessed with, and so far ... well so far i've loved her, and silently thanked God for her every day.

tinyhappy tute bag

tinyhappy tut bag
Originally uploaded by mobyclick

tinyhappy posted a tute, and an hour later, here i am with a pretty spring handbag. tinyhappy has rock-eth my sock-eth. or something like that.

Thread Heads: How To Knit

excellent!! Here you go Cara, just watch this a few times and knit along with it when you are ready. XX00 Mommy

How to Tie off

so THAT'S how you do it!

sewingbook

sewingbook
Originally uploaded by mobyclick

YES! can you tell how excited I am to be getting this? 11.98 on ebay including s/h.

the gal who sold it lost money on the deal. she didn't expect UPS to cost 14.99 to ship. i offered to send her another 4 dollars so she could make a buck, but she said 'nevermind, its ok.'

i think i wold like to send her something pretty to say thanks. maybe a pretty patchwork zipbag?

Sac

Sac
Originally uploaded by Frangines

i love love love the simple design and color combo of this bag. the scale of the handles is perfect, imho. i want one!

unemployed

still looking for a regular stint. there are some per diem positions available, one of which i will be training for next week. finding 3-11 32hr/week is another story. a DON knows that she can get a foreign RN here for the same wage she must pay someone like me.. hence the 9 month wait for a real job. it's a darn good thing i'm pretty healthy for my age, and i don't need alot of presc. meds.

copycat vegsoup cup

copycat vegsoup cup
Originally uploaded by mobyclick

Fun!! Fun is what I had making this little veggie soup mug. Cara will be using it, and there are more to follow for Mom, Tiffany etc. Yes, I copied... so... thanks PatchworkPottery for the terrific idea!!
PatchworkPottery!

trial block technique mastered

trial block technique mastered
Originally uploaded by mobyclick

now that i've figured out the technique, the sky's the limit! for example, i can just make a mirror image and i'll have the top half of a heart. then it's just a matter of making 4 triangles sewing together to make the bottom point of the heart. hmm, or maybe it would be even easier to just make the heart in two halfs?

this block reminded me of a sun coming up into a blue, blue sky. i suppose any manner of thing can be represented .... even a landscape.

Charlene's tote bag

Originally uploaded by mobyclick

it's uber-girlie. very large too. lined, with a zip pocket and another large open pocket inside. Charlene backed out. it's on ebay.

altered train case

altered train case
Originally uploaded by jane's apron

I wouldn't want to stow it. The poor thing would sit on my hot sweaty lap the entire length of the trip from front door to hotel room.

The Sewing Room

wouldn't it be nice?????

Painting of Ben Franklin at the American Adventure

Painting of Ben Franklin at the American Adventure
Originally uploaded by Jeff B

here are a couple of my very absolutely FAVORITE things in the world: ben franklin and Epcot.

I wish I could have talked to Ben. Or maybe lived next door, and been his favorite neighbor lady, one that made delicious bread and coffee and shared then once in a while.

woops-update and other bits

Marie held the jeans up to her waist and said the length was 'gewd' so what did she 'owe' me? Nothing. When I explained that I never hemmed them, just got her the correct size of 11 reg, she said in her phillipino accent "ah, I deedn't know they had other ones..." she's a cutiepie. and um she still doesn't know I cut her original pair of pants. let's not mention it, 'k?


also i had a nice interview on thursday and got the call for hire today. the facility is gorgeous and the staff (some of whom i have already worked with in the past) look competant. i was sleeping, so monday will be call back day. yay!