PurpleEars
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- Joined
- Sep 16, 2007
PurpleEars - that is very encouraging, the embroidery machine I'm interested in runs about $300. That is more fitting of my current budget and good to know you are pleased with yours! I will definitely post pictures as soon as DISboard lets me!
Yes my embroidery machine is a workhorse. I have to tell you though, most people find 4x4 very limiting. I have a MAJOR case of hoop envy but I manage to get by with what I have. Let's just say I am itching for an upgrade! I have to wait until the mortgage is paid off before doing that though.
As I mentioned above, my serger is supposed to be delivered TODAY! I'm about to pee my pants I'm so excited! (Darn 4 kids really took a toll on this poor body! ) AND my DH is out of town on an overnight class trip so as soon as it arrives (and the kids go to bed) I can play guilt free with it to my little heart's content.
Sunshine
Oh I can't wait to see what you make with the help with this new toy! Have fun playing!
I wish I'd finish my yardwork too! truth be told I've taking a break this week -- my mom had surgery and the kids are off school. I am hoping to make something tomorrow -- not sure what to make though. I want to try to make a pattern for a knit dress based off my Olivia pattern with a different style skirt to it (I'm too cheap right now to buy the actual pattern -- it's another Farbenmix so would be $15) but I also need to do dd's Dorothy dress for her play in May and I want to make a purse for myself and some totes -- I guess it just depends on what I have the fabric for. I want to make myself two skirts too but I just gained 9 pounds and really want to make sure I can lose it so I size my skirts right. So much to do....
She had surgery for uterine prolapse (she's 81 so it's about time she had it fixed!) -- just an overnight hospital stay and she is doing really well at home. She was supposed to have 24 hour care upon coming home and when it was my shift all I did was watch tv and sudoku -- my sister and I made it about 8 hours of "care" instead of 24 hours. My mom was offering to make me dinner while I was there So I think she's doing more than OK.
Me <------ who has a dog snoozing on my lap which is preventing me from cleaning, doing my daily workout (I started yesterday but if I say it's daily it should force me to do it everyday) and sewing.
I am glad that your mom recovered from her surgery well. She sounds like one of those poeple who cannot stop! We can encourage each other to keep up with our daily workout! I climb the stairs at work at lunch time.
PurpleEars: My dd went to the pioneer village yesterday and had a fantastic time! It was cute to see all the kids at school dressed up like they were from the turn of the century.
Great to hear that she had a great time!
Seems like I only manage to do drive by posts on here lately. I believe most of you now about my Grand Princess' recent surgery and very rocky road to recovery. She is only 4 and doesn't understand all that is happening.
This is the latest update from my DIL on her FB page.
"Update on Alyssa: Hi everyone. Another visit to the Dr today means good and bad news. The good news is her foot looks great as far as correcting the clubfoot. Also, in just a few short weeks she will be able to put pressure on her foot. This means that she will be able to walk again. The bad news is has gotten some pressure sores on her heel and back of her leg. Also we will go back into the surgery next Friday. The doctor wants to surgically remove all the dead skin. At this time, she will be put to sleep for about 30 mins so the Dr can get the skin removed. She will then be put into another splint for a week and we will return to the Dr the following week for a cast. She is finally eating better and sleeping more and more each night. When you see her, she has these awful black circles under eyes. She went to class last night a church but Shawn stayed with her. Please keep praying! She is still trying to heal. What a ride this has been,.."
Please keep us in your prayers..
Nini
Oh Nini, I am so sorry to hear about the pressure sores. I will pray for a successful surger and quick recovery.
Sandi - you posted after I started the multi-post. Great job on the outfits today. I thought your DS had a great expression for the Goofy shirt!