Monthly Archives: March 2008

Pictoral ode to thermal shock resistant borosilicate glass

This is for Mandy and Marge. And oh yeah, nearly two weeks into March, I finally update my header to something a little Irishy. I’ll try to update again before Easter, to make up for it.

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along the side of the road

As Scott and I are tooling down the highway on our way to work Monday morning, we see a guy up ahead, standing next to his SUV, which is pulled over on the shoulder. Scott says, “That guy is peeing.” … Continue reading

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The Blouse To Be

I’ve gotten as far as roughly draping fabric over my dress form (a thousand thank-yous to Erin for letting me have her old form): So I hope it will look a little something like that, but a bit neater and … Continue reading

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This post is not about sewing

No, Thursday’s project dealt with vibrators. Yeah, that got your attention. You see, I was trying to apply for a position writing product reviews for an online retailer, and the application process hinges upon my submitting a writing sample. This … Continue reading

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I’ve been replaced by a Pod Person

What is this? It took me three months to sew my first skirt (a simple A-line) this summer/fall, and now I’ve finished three in a week? This is the first time I’ve sewn a brocade, and the fabric was wigglier … Continue reading

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