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The temperatures in Austin have dropped, and I’m already bringing out my fall clothes!
Ok, not really. The temperatures have dropped, giving us low 90’s instead of 110’s. But, with the exception of two mornings this week {when I went outside and it was still in the low 60’s}, I have not brought out any cold weather clothes. However, for the last few weeks I have been working on making a crocheted scarf.
As part of my 30 before 30, I wanted to learn to crochet. While I specified making a pot holder, I decided to go all out and make a scarf after I found some cute yarn at Hobby Lobby. Here is the end product ::
It’s about 50″ long and 8″ wide. Here’s a better picture to show you the length::
Other than to take these pictures, I haven’t worn the scarf. Which gives me even more reason to want the weather to cool off. I’m super excited to actually wear something that I’ve made. And in public no less!
I got some more fun yarn to make the girls each a scarf for Saint Nicholas Day gifts. So far, those are proving to be even faster projects, since they are quite a bit smaller than mine.
What crafty new adventures have you been up to?
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And the Results are in!
Posted on: September 15, 2010
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After yesterday’s post on my ten choices for New York, I’m seriously considered having you all pick my clothes for me each week. Thanks for all the great input! I thought either 1) people wouldn’t really give much opinion or 2) people would think this was the craziest post I’ve ever had. {But then I remembered I just wrote about composting toilets and reusable toilet paper, so I’m in the clear for covering crazy posts!}
I’ve decided to take all the clothes with me {plus a few more “plain” tops – as I do tend to overpack}. However, for sure I’ve decided to wear #4, #7 and #9. I added a few cardigans per layer suggestions and made sure my comfy flats were packed next to my amazing {but not so great for long walks} heels. I will also be adding this number {sans bike and possibly a different scarf}:
Thanks again ladies for all the input {and super sweet words!}. I will be sure to take lots of pictures to post next week!
My Own Personal Fashion Week
Posted on: September 14, 2010
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{Ladies, I wanted to thank you for cheering me on for this weekend. It’s an exciting adventure for me and I know once I’m there I’ll chillax.}
As Jonathan was helping me pull together my clothes for New York this weekend, I realized – Sometimes you just need a girl’s opinion. Then I had a brilliant idea. Why not take pictures of my top ten outfits and get your opinions? Hello Fashion Show!
{Let me just preface this now – not all the photos are top quality, that’s what I get for not having someone behind the camera.}
Outfit #1 – Morning Casual
Here we have Morning Casual – your basic jeans and tank. Perfect for grabbing coffee and a walk through Central Park.
Outfit #2 – Flirty Dress
Here we have the Flirty Dress. A cute number that is breezy and light.
Outfit #3 – Casual Dress
Here we have the Casual Dress. The Casual Dress gives you a cute, but relaxed, look. It’s jazzed up easily with a lightweight scarf.
Outfit #4 – Hip Leggings
Here we have Hip Leggings. Pair a set of leggings {either ankle or calf length} with a shorter dress and add a belt for a fashionable look.
Outfit #5 – Black and White Leggings
Here we have Black and White Leggings. Pair a set of calf length leggings with a dressier black and white top. Finish off with black flats {not shown}.
Outfit #6 – Rockstar Chic
Here we have Rockstar Chic. A cute and playful plaid tunic set with skinny jeans.
Outfit #7 – Shimmery Nights
Here we have Shimmery Nights. A great shimmer cowl neck top matched with dark skinny jeans. Perfect for a night out in the Big Apple. Match with awesomely great high heels {shown here}.
Outfit #8 – Old Faithful
Here we have Old Faithful. Nothing is a better standby than a white top and bootcut jeans. Shown here with brown belt.
Outfit # 9 – Old Faithful with a twist
Here we have Old Faithful without the brown belt. In it’s place we have a lightweight crinkle blue scarf.
Outfit #10 – YOU CHOOSE!
Ok ladies, here’s where I need your help. Which outfit was a must and which was a bust? What would you mix and match? What would you add or remove?
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Thanks to Jonathan for setting up my mother’s corner, I have an entire sewing area to work on #2 on my 30 before 30 list, sew a dress. I started working on my first apron and many mistakes and thread later, I have a finished product:
{Notice I have flour all over it? Already getting good use out of it!}
I think it’s pretty cute. I got a big kick out of having an apron with an apron pattern. 🙂 Although, don’t look to closely at the seams. Let’s just say, I still haven’t mastered straight lines.
I’ve started on an apron for Julia and I’m hoping to be done later this week. I’m still not confident enough to even buy the fabric for my dress, but I did pick out some patterns from Hobby Lobby last week when they had McCall patterns for 99 cents. Maybe a few more aprons in and I’ll tackle the dress.
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As part of my 30 before 30 I made a goal to sew a dress this year. Funny thing is, I can’t sew. Technically speaking I can. I’ve sewn buttons on shirts, sewn together holes in pockets. And once I made a hotsling with great assistance {read: I sat and watched while my friend made it for me}. But I can’t actually sew. I’ve never owned a sewing machine and the last time I made something on my own I was 12. Sewing my own dress is sounding more and more brilliant.
Earlier this year my friend Rachel gave me her old Singer. Tuesday morning I took the plunge and fired the bad mama up.
Oh, you thought when I said old I meant old as in from the last decade. Or even from the last 4 decades. No, no my friends, this machine is a classic. And while it isn’t fancy, I actually quite love it.
It took me a while to figure out how to properly thread it. And after nearly an hour of doing what I thought seemed right, I had to call Rachel to come show me how it is really done:
I did a few practice runs to try it out. And you know what I learned? I can’t sew a straight line. Awesome.
But, I won’t let a little thing like straight lines hold me back. I’m pressing on! I’m taking the Windhamettes on an adventure to Hobby Lobby later today to buy pins and then I’m going to start on my first home ec project: sewing an apron. Rock on.
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Maybe I’m taking it too far
Posted on: August 4, 2010
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But, this is what I’ve packed for a weekend getaway.
I’m not sure what’s more disturbing, the fact that I have 10 outfits for 3 days, that I’m already packed two days in advance, or that I still feel like maybe I should pack more {you just never know what you might need}.
If you see me in person from now until Friday, please don’t laugh about me wearing the same clothes every day. Ok? Thanks.
Knotted up hair do
Posted on: July 19, 2010
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While I enjoy the recreations that summer brings, I don’t really care for the heat of summer. I especially can’t stand having my hair down for very long, which means I wear ponytails. A lot. And while I’ve gotten creative with my ponytails, I’ve decided to try my hand at something new {after all, this is my year to start being a fashion mama}.
Knotted up hair do:
{Hannah looks a little shell shocked – and is covered in bbq sauce!}
Here’s how to do the ‘do:
1. Wash {or just wet} and dry only the front until only damp.
2. Part hair down the side, pulling out a front section about the width of your thumb.
3. Pull 2-4 sections of hair from the front sides {by your temples and top of ears}.
4. Twirl hair, pull back to the bottom of your crown, pin down with bobby pins.
5. Grab small sections of your hair, one at a time, twirl and pin down.
You will need a lot of bobby pins to secure all your hair, so I suggest getting pins that match your hair {less likely to see them}. Keep in mind that it doesn’t need to look “perfect” since the whole idea of the ‘do is for it to look messy. You can use hairspray to keep the fly-aways in control, but I’ve found that I really don’t need it {and I have really, really fine fly-away hair}.
What I love most about this up do? I can wear it for days without taking it down. Not even kidding. I will do it one morning, then wear it up for 2-3 days until it’s time to wash my hair again. Since it’s all fairly well pinned down, it’s easy to sleep in; and if it’s messy in the morning, that just adds to the “look”.
Summer dresses and life is good
Posted on: June 24, 2010
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Despite being a Southern girl, spending most summers in West Texas and the rest in sweltering Tennessee humidity, I am not well adjusted to heat. And the whole “Southern women don’t sweat, they glisten” is a far cry from the truth. The fact that I love jeans and t-shirts does not help my fight against the heat – so what’s a gal to do?
Dresses. Nothing beats a good cotton summer dress.
{Notice the awesome heels?}
I love nice, simple, cotton dresses for so many reasons. They are easy keep-up {hello machine washable!}; they are relaxed but can be jazzed up with a few accessories; they are normally inexpensive, so I don’t feel all that bad if one succumbs to the “dangers” of mamahood. For a little less than $25, I’ve managed to collect a week’s worth of dresses to wear this summer.
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A passion for fashion
Posted on: June 16, 2010
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A couple of weeks ago, I told Jonathan if I could do college all over, I’d major in fashion design. That might make several people laugh {don’t feel bad if you do, Jon did too}. My typical outfit is jeans and t-shirt. Oh, and a ponytail. If I buy something new, I usually double triple check with Jon that it looks good. And if I feel the least bit self conscious, I usually will never wear said outfit again. That is until now.
After I confessed my deep desire to Jon, I thought “Why can’t I just do fashion design now? Why can’t 2010 be my year?” So, ladies {and gentlemen}, I’m declaring 2010 to be my fashion year. And my two latest fashion statements?
Aside from having to get use to wearing 5 inch heels, I’d say I’m getting off to a rocking good start with my new fashion self. Even my parents were so impressed, that “Dampa Dave” wrote a post about the shoes.
{Hoping I make Emily proud with these big ol’ earrings!}
5 love signs – touch, time, service, affirmation, gifts. But what about clothes?
Posted on: April 14, 2010
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Have you ever heard of the Five Love Languages? It’s essentially the five ways people give and receive love. I really wish clothes were on the list. Because I love getting clothes (or shoes!). In fact, over the years I think God has really shown me some love by giving me amazing deals on clothes – especially when I least expect it.
On Monday, I took the girls to Wal-Mart for a quick errand. Since we didn’t have anything planned, no real shopping to do, I decided to just stroll around the place (a rarity with two kids). When I got over to the shoe department I found these:
They were marked down to $5 so I thought I’d treat myself to them. After all, they are polka dotted, which I love.
Anyways, when I was checking out, I looked at the total and thought “Um, that can’t be right.” It was $4.78. Remember, the shoes were $5. I leaned over to see the checkout screen better when I noticed….
The shoes were only $1!
I did a little happy dance and celebrated feeling loved.
Thanks God!
A Wife Loved Like The Church 
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