MySmallWorldof4
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Now I wish I took sewing in high school.
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MySmallWorldof4
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Are there no guard rails? From the picture it looks like the road just ends at the shoulder. That would be kind of scary if there were no rails.I wasn’t able to take the country backroad portion of my commute to or from work last Monday because of the flooding. It was clear enough to take Tuesday morning, and the rest of the week, and today both ways.
Last Tuesday, on my way in, I noticed a car in the creek (I’ve seen the aftermath of at least 40 cars having gone into the creek at this low water crossing over the years...it has a sharp turn both going into and coming out of it). The car stayed there all last week, and was still there again on my way in this morning.
I’ve never seen anything like it before...they usually have them out within’ an hour or so. And, yep, it was still there on my way home this evenin’...WTH?!?!?!
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Figgy1
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Sewing in my school didn't have anything fun such as pattern hacking or drafting
or even basic quilt making
FutureCEO
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I just have Yoda. Some of them are rather freaky - pop based on people like the Royal family. This one is for Mickey's 90th.
MinnieM123
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Flies carry Zika? I thought it was mosquitoes? and well couples infected 'sharing' it with each other.Hi Jack! Smart dog!
Mosquitoes fly out here -- do they not fly out in your neck of the woods?
Figgy1
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@MySmallWorldof4 your dd may want to check out these channels https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnJfaHpW64CECS_SEp57jwg and https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=professor+pincushion
MinnieM123
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Glad you missed that "experience" . . .
Sewing in my school didn't have anything fun such as pattern hacking or drafting
Learning how to sew in school basically killed any enjoyment I might have had for sewing at all. Our teachers were old biddies, who were disgusted with 90% of the kids, because we couldn't sew miracles in less than an hour (our class time). And my prior class before sewing was way over the other end of a large school, so by the time I got to class no machines would be available, until maybe the last 15 minutes or so (or sew .. . get it?
). Heaven forbid they actually have enough machines for class. About 20 years after that, I took up sewing on my own for a while, but just very easy patterns and fabrics. It was a whole different experience as an adult.
Rista1313
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I am if I don't chicken out... Minnie Mouse will be my costume... I got a red/white polkadot tunic with black leggings, and ears of course =D
MinnieM123
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Figgy1
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I think ours was Izma's great grandmother who took points off my project for not having the exact fabric that was on the pattern envelopeGlad you missed that "experience" . . .
Learning how to sew in school basically killed any enjoyment I might have had for sewing at all. Our teachers were old biddies, who were disgusted with 90% of the kids, because we couldn't sew miracles in less than an hour (our class time). And my prior class before sewing was way over the other end of a large school, so by the time I got to class no machines would be available, until maybe the last 15 minutes or so (or sew .. . get it?
About 20 years after that, I took up sewing on my own for a while, but just very easy patterns and fabrics. It was a whole different experience as an adult.
I had a professional seamstress(graduate of F.I.T.) go with me to get the pattern and fabric. I didn't sew at all again for a very long while and mostly quilts and a few stuffed items
Figgy1
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What she said.X2 please don't chicken outExcellent choice!!
Figgy1
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@MinnieM123 I also got points off because the waist was just a bit too big on me but she didn't teach fitting or let us make any adjustments. She said the patterns would fit if we picked the right size I felt really sorry for the girl who had a growth spurt while taking the class
I felt really sorry for the girl who had a growth spurt while taking the class
MinnieM123
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The modern farmhouse look is very popular around here right now, with many varying degrees, from very close to traditional to very much more modern interpretations.
As far as the standing seam metal roofing goes, there are two main advantages (both being pretty much the same)...toughness and longevity. Potential disadvantage, cost.
Folks just need to weigh their wants/needs.
And, of course, the look also comes into play...standing seam roofing can take on a very traditional look, and on a more modern edifice, turn right around and take on a more modern look. We have tons of such, and everything in between, in our portfolio.
And, of course, their are definitely certain architectural styles it just doesn’t fit properly with.
Also, almost every single subdivision I can think of around her does not permit any kind of reflective metal roofing. It must be muted/painted.
And, that has been our architectural minute for today...!!!!!
I always enjoy these mini-lessons you share with us! There was another forum member a few years ago that I really liked (think it was up in N&R). He was some sort of Disney designer or imagineer -- an amazing guy -- who used to share all kinds of design information. His threads were outstanding, and for the life of me, I can't remember his name! Ugh!
Do you recall who I'm thinking of? He finally ended his thread at one point, because he had covered just about everything he could think of. I recall the main mod (Steve) thanking him at the end for such a quality thread, and that in all the years he had contributed to it, there were never any censures from the mods. People respected what he wanted to contribute. I miss that thread . . .
UPDATE: 7:23 PM @donaldtoo , I just remembered his name -- Eddie Sotto--amazing person.
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MinnieM123
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I always enjoy these mini-lessons you share with us! There was another forum member a few years ago that I really liked (think it was up in N&R). He was some sort of Disney designer or imagineer -- an amazing guy -- who used to share all kinds of design information. His threads were outstanding, and for the life of me, I can't remember his name! Ugh!
He finally ended his thread at one point, because he had covered just about everything he could think of. I recall the main mod (Steve) thanking him at the end for such a quality thread, and that in all the years he had contributed to it, there were never any censures from the mods. People respected what he wanted to contribute. I miss that thread . . .
Yup. Sounds like your sewing teacher and mine were . . . cut from the same cloth?!
MySmallWorldof4
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Thanks! I will have her check them out. I will as well.
Rista1313
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I'll try not to. Not many people dress up here at work, and I am judge very harshly by some people. That's a long story in itself... but I'm not sure if I want to subject myself to more judging.
Goofyernmost
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I'm retired, that selection of clothing is pretty close to "putting on the Ritz" in my world.I thought it was nice that you got so dressed up, for your meet and greet with Jennifer!
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Goofyernmost
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Are you referring to the one on Rte 1??
I was going to wear a straight jacket and go as a Joisey housewife ...
THE Monorail Lime
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There’s a tree on fire......
Near an IKEA, please don’t burn down IKEA
Near an IKEA, please don’t burn down IKEA