Some Weekend Sewing and Me
March 10, 2009
I am so off my game. I normally post in the morning. I like posting in the morning - it just sets my day up in the right way. And while I could write this all up and have it published tomorrow morning, it just doesn't seem right. I guess this is a night posting week.
So hello. This is me, earlier today, after I got off my duff and actually finished something. It was some weekend sewing from, um, a couple of weekends ago. I got my copy of Heather Ross's new book in the mail right after it came out and this was the project that jumped off the pages for me. It's a very good book. There are quite a few garments (really, garments...for me!) that I want to make. This one, the summer blouse was first. I had the pattern traced and fabric cut almost immediately. I sewed it up pretty dang fast, too. Completely doable in a weekend, if not a day. It's those finishing details: slip stitch, sleeve hems and button that always get me. So today, I pulled it out of the laundry basket that houses unfinished projects and got it done. And then I wore it. Out in public (it was 79 degrees here today!) and I still have it on. I'll call that a success.
I'd love to dish all the details - the sizing, the fabrics, the vintage button and the minor modifications - but you will have to wait. I know it's totally a tease and completely unfair, but I think you'll like my reasoning. You see, next week, there will be a guest appearance on the blog. Yes - the first one ever. And she's a famous, fabric-designing, book-writing, creative seamstress, illustrator and all-around great writer. Can you guess who? I gave it away, didn't I? Yes, you guessed it: Heather Ross!
So, next Tuesday, March 17th is the date. I'll be here, with Heather, dishing about some other projects from her book. To entice you further, there is a giveaway planned. Yay! Until then, you can find Heather at the other stops on her blog tour. Click here for the dates and details. You can also visit Heather's blog, if you haven't already. Not only does she spin good stories, she has a little design challenge going on. Fun stuff, if you ask me.
Wow. I wrote this in record time. Maybe blogging at night isn't such a bad idea after all! See you all later.
I SAW your name on Whip Up today! You're famous!!!
Posted by: melissa | March 10, 2009 at 10:39 PM
wow!! Heather Ross on your blog! Can I touch you?
I adore the blouse. I plan to make it too, right after the yard sale skirt. Which reminds me, I have to go buy more tracing paper. You buy the medical supply stuff, right?
Posted by: Sarah Jackson | March 10, 2009 at 10:41 PM
Exciting stuff!
Posted by: aNa | March 10, 2009 at 10:49 PM
This top was the first thing I made from the book too! I didnt have enough of the fabirc I choose to make sleeves (oops) but its still really fun. I wore it with a long sleeved shirt the other day. I cant wait to see Heather Ross's post on your blog thats just so cool
Posted by: Sarah | March 10, 2009 at 10:59 PM
Awesome. She shirt looks really sweet--love the detail--and I could so use something like that. I'll be excited to hear your guest!
Posted by: dorie | March 10, 2009 at 11:24 PM
Oh, I have been dying to make that top! I got her book 2 weeks ago while out on a rare date-night with The Hubbs. Your top looks beautiful on you! I am also planning on making my daughter a version of the trapeze dress and also an apron for her birthday. I think I earmarked almost every single project in there! Oh, and who else wants to make that peach and basil salad recipe? Mmmm!
Posted by: rustandroses | March 11, 2009 at 12:25 AM
ooooh, exciting! i hope that we find out details on her new fabric line...the magically amazing one with (gasp!) unicorns. :)
Posted by: cathygaubert | March 11, 2009 at 04:07 AM
Ha - i liked the thing about the laundry basket with the unfinished projects. I am just the same. Getting nearly the whole project done and then let it sit there with no buttons on or whatever ... don't know why?? The other day I emptied this "laundry basket" right out and guess what I found?? - an unfinished baby playsuit and my youngest is nearly 10 !!!! Well - ahem - I guess I just never got to the bottom of this basket...
Posted by: Kattrin | March 11, 2009 at 04:20 AM
That is so darn cool.
I adore that blouse. The fabrics you chose are perfectly darling.
And I think I absolutely HAVE to have the Go Everywhere Shirt Dress. HAVE to.
Posted by: caroline | March 11, 2009 at 06:57 AM
how exciting! your shirt is beautiful--i love it made up in that lovely pink!
Posted by: kathryn | March 11, 2009 at 08:20 AM
wow, big time! Sweet!
Posted by: Tracy | March 11, 2009 at 08:54 AM
Ooh, I've had my eye on that book. Now I'm not so sure anymore that I can wait until my (our!) birthday to get it... May seems so far away!
Posted by: Lisa Clarke | March 11, 2009 at 09:00 AM
Love the blouse and I'm looking forward to your visitor!
Posted by: Meg Evans | March 11, 2009 at 09:04 AM
Love the placket especially - that blouse caught my eye from the book, but I'm on a book buying diet at present so will have to sit on my hands.
Posted by: Ali | March 11, 2009 at 09:18 AM
I think I dog-eared the *entire* book when I got it! Can't wait for next week : )
Posted by: Courtney | March 11, 2009 at 10:10 AM
I am soooo excited. That same book arrived yesterday form Amazon (Along with a Madeleine pan since my daughter was having French day at school, and look at all educational ventures as reasons to stock up on kitchen gadgets!!)
I loved the book. I spent hours staring at it. Really. I think my first project will be the dress and sash for the above mentioned daughter. (SHe will be 15 in 2 weeks)
I also received A is For Apron this week and live your patterns in it. I made the gardening apron (I know, NOT your pattern. LOL) For a fundraiser that he High School band is having.
Okay, that was very long winded. Let me end by telling you how much I enjoy your blog!
Posted by: Cynthia | March 11, 2009 at 10:12 AM
Oh, exciting! I wish I could get my hands on that book. I'm badgering my library for it :)
xo, K
p.s. your top is super-cute.
Posted by: kyrie | March 11, 2009 at 11:16 AM
Just stumbled onto your blog, love the header photo!
Posted by: Liz | March 11, 2009 at 12:01 PM
I just saw that book in the bookstore and wanted to buy it immediately--dang recession. I totally agree that there are many clothes in there that aren't just cute, but are also ones that I like and would wear. I can't wait to buy the book and sew. You're shirt is really cute and I look forward to the guest visit and finding out more about your shirt.
Posted by: Andrea | March 11, 2009 at 01:10 PM
totally exciting!!
and i think a trip to the bookstore should be added to my list. i have seen that book popping up everywhere!
Posted by: leslie | March 11, 2009 at 03:54 PM
Nice to see a mama making something nice for herself. Yay!
Posted by: Maribeth | March 11, 2009 at 07:13 PM
love the shirt. and the pigtails. xo.
Posted by: emily | March 11, 2009 at 07:54 PM
I think, of all the fabulous patterns and projects in that book, the Summer Blouse entices me the most. I cannot wait to make it. Yours looks lovely and I can't wait to read all about it next week!
Posted by: Liz | March 11, 2009 at 08:21 PM
Sounds great! Look forward to the guest post next week.
Posted by: Jane Weston | March 12, 2009 at 08:22 AM
awesome. I love that shirt!!
Posted by: Kelly H | March 12, 2009 at 10:17 AM
it looks great on you! i'm so jealous of your warm weather!!!
Posted by: amandajean | March 12, 2009 at 11:53 AM
erin! that is so ... just, rad! i'm totally excited.
of course, that day is the day james is getting two crowns and two fillings (oh my goodness, i don't even want to think about it), so hopefully i can manage to check in. i'm so excited!!!
Posted by: Grace | March 12, 2009 at 12:34 PM
How fun, Having Heather Ross as a guess blogger!
Making my own clothes in on my to-do list this year. Looks good.
Posted by: Gina | March 12, 2009 at 08:21 PM
I have finally the courage to comment. Thanks so much for your fantastic site - I am a huge fan! So inspiring!!!
Posted by: The Mummy and The Muse | March 13, 2009 at 12:03 AM
I love that tunic. And I believe you when you say it's quick. I just started taking garment sewing classes in January and I hope I can make something like this on my own soon!
Posted by: AJ | March 14, 2009 at 03:59 PM
wow! I can't wait to hear from you and Heather very soon!!! Waiting the event...
Posted by: Daniela | March 15, 2009 at 06:38 AM