…but it doesn’t mean I haven’t been doing stuff!
Shirt #5 (gingham)
Each morning, I head toward the garden to harvest the day’s snow peas. Because we planted only a few plants, it takes several day’s pickings to make a dish. My favorite is steamed snow peas, spinach, mushrooms, carrots and shrimp served over flavored jasmine rice. I can’t think of anything more tasty! DH and I both LOVE it! I’ll be making it again this weekend.
I’ve continued sewing shirts for Jacob. This is the newest creation, made using black/white gingham originally purchased for repairing an antique quilt. Since I bought WAY more than needed for the quilt, I decided to make a shirt with the extra fabric.
In an attempt to make something different, I cut 1/2 of the left front on the bias and attached with a French seam. I then cut the pocket on the bias and placed it so it would align with the bias panel. By doing this, one half of the pocket nearly disappears. I also cut the back yoke and yoke lining on the bias for further interest. The inner collar stand is a black printed fabric. The seams are flat felled so no raw edges exist. It may be a busy shirt but it’s well made.
I’ve also been doing some extra cooking. Instead of making the usual 10-12 entrees on our normal rotation, I’ve been checking out and trying new recipes. Thus far, we’ve REALLY liked everything I’ve tried! After preparing a new dish, I make changes I feel will improve the flavor and soon, make it again. When I’m completely satisfied with the improvements, I type it for my own recipe book and include photos. Along with my old tried-n-true entrees, I share these new recipes with family and friends. I do enjoy cooking (and eating) good food!
That’s about all going on around here. I’ve had a couple of roofers come out to give us estimates for a new roof. Gosh, LOTS of money! I continue to read each day and usually find time to work on a quilt and watch movies. The days are always filled.
We’re looking forward to a weekend visit from Jacob. Can hardly wait to see him!
Shirl