Monthly Archives: February 2009

The Coma of the Zodiac Clutch

When last we spoke, dear readers, I was engaged in an apparently ambitious plan to sew a clutch out of wonderful Zodiac glitter vinyl. I was having a bit of trouble with the printed directions, but my mom deciphered at … Continue reading

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QEEEEEEEEEE!

(To be screamed quietly, in a pitch that only dogs can hear.) I don’t believe that anyone who reads my blog has actually met my mysterious friend Jason, but you all kindly take my word for it that he and … Continue reading

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In Progress

Hey, you know what I need? A new handbag. Because, um, I don’t have enough? (Note: That link is to the flickr set of my vintage and vintage-inspired bags. I have more purses, but they’re not “special” enough to warrant … Continue reading

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Aprons

To make up for the previous long-winded posts, here’s a very brief one. I collect a lot of things. Today’s post shows you, my sewing- and cooking-interested readers, my collection of aprons. As an added bonus to a frequently-overlapping segment … Continue reading

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Groundhog Day

My morning went a little something like this: Me: Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow this morning. Nick: Who the hell is Punxsutawney Phil??? Me: The official groundhog of Groundhog Day! Nick: Oh! I was wondering if that is who you … Continue reading

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