Bag Lady and Curly Girls

With farmers market's and beaches and camping and other summer activities, I find myself always needing a bag.  I have several that I've acquired over the years, but they're kind of boring, to be honest.  So, I decided to sew up some quick and easy (unlined ;) bags...

Much cuter than your standard canvas bag? Yes? Sorry the pics are awful.  It's dreary out and I used my cell to take the pics inside :)  I'm going to make fabric flowers to put on these as well!!

My other project this week:

Pin curls!!

 

Those of you who know me in person know that I have crazy, curly thick hair.  My oldest daughter does too and we both view it as a blessing and a curse ;)  My younger two have straight thick hair that resists curls, but of course want curls!  So we decided to try these super cute pin curls we had seen on Pinterest (of course!)  I don't have a picture of the after, because my daughter was freaked out by how her hair looked.  I loved it.  It was curly, curly, curly, but a bit wild for my introverted daughter :)

 

Ah, to be the mother of three teenage girls is to never be bored!!

 

 

Trish

 



Proof that I occasionally finish what I start...

New throw pillow covers I made a couple of weeks ago!

 Finished and started the same day :)

 (Sorry the pics aren't the greatest.)

 

I love making these.  They are super quick and easy and are an inexpensive way to change your decor.  Yes, I realize that they don't match each other and yes, they are all on the same couch.  We have a sectional and they're spread out. Besides that, I am eclectic and my home reflects that about me!

 

I'm going to try to take pics of my quilt top tomorrow (read: bribe Mike into doing it for me).  It's been sitting folded up in a drawer since last year. :(  I need to quilt it because: A. It's my first quilt and B. I love it and can't wait to use it!!

 

 

I've been throwing a lot of love out there in the quilt world the last couple of days, because I am flat out with an injured back.  So to all of you whom I've visited or will visit, thank you.  You're keeping me sane!! 

 

Trish

 



 

 

Finding My Way

Mike finished the upstairs of his shop for me. For my space. To use as I wish.  It's been finished and painted for a year.  Last night I finally felt the urge to begin to sort through and organize.  This is the beginning of my new studio space and I couldn't be more excited!!  I haven't created much art or jewelry over the last few years and until last night, I didn't realize how much I missed it.  Obviously, I still have a lot of work to do up here, but my work table is up and towards the back you can see my completely awesome blueprint file drawers that I won't be using for blueprints ;)

I've been feeling a little "off" lately and I think I've finally figured why.  I am a creative person at heart and I've been stifling my own creativity to conform and to make time for everything else.  I've decided it's time to fly my own flag and be who I am.  Who cares if one day all I think about is running and the next I am so engrossed in a project that I barely leave my studio or sewing machine.  I define me and my life.  It's time I own it!!  I encourage you to do the same.

Again, not sure who to give credit to for this, but thank you whoever you are!

Trish

I'm not sure where I found this, but thank you whoever you are!

My two younger daughters have birthdays this weekend. They are two years minus a day apart.  Blech!  I feel for them, but hey, God's will.

Anyway, they are turning 13 and 15 and NEITHER OF THEM WANTED A CAKE. No cake. For a birthday. No birthday cake.  Huh. I did not make a cake.  I did try convincing them (because, well, it's cake), but nope.  I didn't see the point in making cakes if they would only eat a tiny piece to make me feel good and then I'd have all of that cake staring at me. For days.....

For those of you who aren't crafty or live under a rock if you are in the sewing world, Quilt Market is in Portland this weekend.  I am soooo jealous.  It is a trade show, only open to those who own shops, pattern makers, fabric makers, etc.  Someday, I intend to go to quilt market.  If you'd like to see some fabric/quilt eye candy, google spring 2013 quilt market.  Be prepared, it's awesome!  It will be even better when everyone is home from the market.  You won't believe the pics!!  You can also search for pics of past markets.

Now that I've given you something to waste hours do on a lazy Sunday, enjoy!

New Direction

I've decided to go a different direction with my blog for a bit. I'm going to share more of the DIY things that I love. I'll still be running and working out, but I'm really focusing on my family and my home and I want my blog to mirror that.

With that said, I'm planting my own garden this year instead of joining the CSA farm we like we have the last couple of years.

Here is the beginning:

I've decided to try pallets as raised beds.  I'll either fence them or put sides on them. The rabbits around here are crazy!  The next step is to mix up my soil mixture and get planting!  I'll share pics of my greenhouse made from reclaimed windows later this week :)

Accountable

Let's see, I haven't posted in, well, FOREVER!  I'm back to hot yoga and I'm ready to get serious about everything else again!  No more excuses, no more messing around.  This is my one and only life and I want to be around as long as possible to enjoy it!!  I'm following about a zillion fitness pages on Facebook and I'm going to be doing a couple challenges on there as well.  This Facebook think is cool for stuff like that!!

My newest accountability project:

This door is in my kitchen and leads into the basement.  I was going to just keep track of my workouts in my personal planner, but I thought a little public accountability would be best.  I want to set a good example for my daughters and I know they will help keep me motivated!

Tomorrow I begin C25K.  AGAIN. For about the 100th time.  Hence, the name of my blog! ;)  I'm also going to do a no sugar challenge, but I can't seem to find the page :(  Once I find it, I'll link to it!

~ Found it!!  Go here:  Mommy, Run Fast and check it out!  I'm doing Level 1, which is no added sugar.  IF you are stronger than I am, you can do Level 2, no added sugar or processed foods!  I don't eat a ton of processed foods, but I do enjoy the occasional cracker and/or energy bar!

Happy Easter!

Trish

Bia Sport ~ There's still time to be one of the cool kids!!

That's right!  You can still get in on  a good deal for the Bia Sports Watch.  Head over to the Bia website to get introductory pricing on their Sports Watch that is going to come in amazing colors, have a safety alert feature and won't waste your time waiting for satellites! (It's also probably going to make Garmin cry ;)  So, if you missed the chance to become a Bia backer via Kickstarter, this is your chance for a great price on awesome new technology + a 30% discount on future products FOREVER!!!

As if getting a watch with custom bands and cool colors isn't enough, Bia recently sent out a fun gift to Kickstarter backers:

The bracelet is super awesome!! I love it and I'm using it as an intention bracelet.  I'm not sure what the beads are, but they have a nice weight and the color is gorgeous!  They also sent three temporary tattoos with intentions (Ink that makes you Think ;)  I'm giving 2 away to friends, but I have one extra to send to someone.  If you'd like one, leave me a comment!!  Thank you Bia!!

*On a different note, I weighed in and officially am a member of the DietBet game, Run Your A$$ Off with Run with Jess!!  Woot Woot!!

Live Happy!!

Trish