Sew Half Crazy

12/30/2015

Pattern Review - New Look 6303

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Well now that it's after Christmas, I seem to have time again.

Of course, it doesn't hurt that I'm also eschewing things I should be doing today, because I don't feel that hot. Baby Girl must not feel very well either, because she's behaving like me. Either way, I'll take the snuggles she's handing out.

So I got the blouse I mentioned in my last pattern review completed. I should've gotten the post up after I wore it the first time, but I'm glad that I didn't, because I ended up wearing it again.

12/29/2015

Here we go a cabling....

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I think I've mentioned before that I didn't want to start knitting.

I didn't need a new hobby. I REALLY didn't need a new hobby.

I'm so glad that I did learn, and it's now one of my favorite things to do when I can catch a moment to sit, usually while watching tv.

It was during those moments I was able to sit that I as able to knit up this fun sweater for my sister.

I was excited to start this project, because I've never done cables before. They're really not difficult, and do make the project seem to fly along. Probably because you can see your work progressing.

I used a pattern from Knit Simple's Fall 2014 edition. It was quite simple to follow. I was a little nervous because some of my early knitting adventures, well, they didn't go so well.

I am quite please that this one did.

There was supposed to be a skirt that accompanied this sweater, but I'll get there. I ran out of time.

At least she can wear the sweater as is. The sleeves are a might long, but luckily, she's likes being able to pull them down over her hands.

Now, I should start planning on how to make her skirt....

12/28/2015

The Monday Report - Reflections

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Well I had a super awesome post written, but then I forgot to save it, and now I'm left with zip!

Time to start over.

Actually. Me forgetting to save my awesome, slightly bitchy, mostly keeping it real post is a a good thing. I have to start it over. Start over.

Funny that we're about to start a new year. Let's start over the year!

So rather than getting wordy and a little uber-critical of myself, I'm going to keep it short and sweet.

The Hills of 2015

PR'd a half and a 10k

The Valleys of 2015

I didn't hit a sub-2:30 half

The Reflection of 2015

I didn't hit my goals because I didn't commit and discipline myself like I had in 2014. I kind of breezed through the races in the later half the year. Not performing at Nashville really knocked me around, especially after DC went well.

Moving Forward

Get back on my eating track. Stop going back for seconds. Secondly, stick to my training. It's there for a reason. I've already got a plan picked out. I run three days, and crosstrain two. I need to focus.

Well there it is, again. See you guys next week. I'm going to finish enjoying winter break with my kids.

12/10/2015

Throwback Post - Pottery Barn Inspired Ornaments.

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Welcome to the last day of the Christmas Series! I hope you guys have enjoyed the throwback posts and the new ones. This throwback post is a super simple one, and you could probably find most of what you need at the dollar store.

12/09/2015

Glitter Dipped Ornaments

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Greetings everyone!

We all know that paint dipped anything is all the rage right now. Paint dipped ornaments are nothing new.

What about glitter dipped ornaments? Again, not a new concept.

Either way, I decided that I wanted some glitter dipped ornaments.

I just happened to have 6 matte white ornaments, that didn't get put on the tree in the family room. Imagine that.

12/08/2015

Throwback Post - Wood Veneer Stars

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I hope you guys have been enjoying the Christmas series that's been going on. Today I'm sharing another throwback, that could also work beyond just Christmas. They're involved. They take several nap times to get done, but mostly just because you have to wait for the glue to dry. Read on to see the original post.

12/07/2015

The Monday Report - Winter Training Week 8

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Y'all thought I'd forgotten about today's post, didn't you?

You're half right. I kind of did. Until I didn't!

Luckily, I'm waiting for the hair dye to do its magical thing on my grays, so I have time to write a post.

12/04/2015

Throwback Post - Pocket Watch Ornaments

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I'm sharing one of the most popular posts from my old blog, and if know me then you know I have a thing for watches. I love them. As decor, fashion statements, tools, etc. Love them. This post from 5 years ago, is more proof of my watch love. These ornaments still hold a near and dear place in my heart. So read on to see how I made them.

12/03/2015

Christmas Countdown!

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I am so excited to share today's project with you.

12/02/2015

Throwback Post - Crocheted Christmas Ornaments

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Sometimes when genius strikes, you just need to share it again.

That's the case with these ornaments. They're simple to make, yet they're timeless and elegant. Don't you wish all things could be that way?

This will also start a short series about Christmas ornaments and decor. I hope y'all will enjoy!

Original Post from December 2013

Sometimes I think I ought to teach myself how to knit. I've tried knitting, but I just don't get it. I'm clumsy. I also have a mom that knits. She does my knitting for me. *2 years later - I now know how to knit, and it's become one of my favorite tv-watching activities.

I do crochet. She knows how to crochet, and does it well, but she knits more. I crochet more. The problem is that she has her own knitting projects and isn't solely at my beck and call, so when I wanted sweater-like covered ornament balls, I was on my own.

I tried doing google searches, but nothing I found was right. It wasn't what I was looking for. I have 9 clear plastic round ornaments begging for some crafty love, and I had nada. Until the other night, when the hubs and I were watching TV and I was playing around with my yarn and crochet hook.

Then this happened.

12/01/2015

Pattern Review - Simplicity 1322

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Man, I feel like I'm being pulled in 8,000,000 directions.

First there was Thanksgiving, and everything that hosting Thanksgiving dinner entails. You know what I mean.

Now, it's time to get ready for Christmas, and with Christmas comes Christmas parties. Company Christmas parties.

I searched my closet, and my now-growing dress selection, and none of them were right. I mean they're all *fine*, but I don't want *fine*. I want something that's classy, yet a little sexy, and maybe on the fitted side.

Don't get me wrong. I love my full skirts and cinched in waists, but I can really only take so many of those outfits, and it just seems like my closet is overrun with those types of dresses or date dresses. You know the dresses that you only pull out for your husband/boyfriend/whatever because it's a *date*. Not something I'd wear to the hubs company Christmas party.

Luckily, I had a pattern in the wings! And fabric! Double score.

I'm going to let you guys in on a secret. I bought the fabric and the pattern over the summer. It's been waiting to be made for months, but I love how it turned out!

It's classy and chic, and I can wear it so many different ways! I'm modeling it here in my room, that looks like a tornado hit it, and in front of a yogurt smeared mirror. I'll blame Baby Girl for all of it. I mean, it's probably her fault. The mirror is definitely her fault.