A Simple Week

Hello again,

I hope that everyone has enjoyed their Valentine's Day this past week.  Mine was rather simple... I worked.  I did wind up making my own chocolate dipped strawberries and chocolate mouse pie.



Creativity wise, I finally drafted the pattern pieces for my current seasonal project, Colette Dahlia - "China Rose," including my personal fit modifications.  The final task for drafting is to turn my skirt pieces into a "fan."  This way I can flare out the skirts however much my fabric allows instead of the pencil skirt style of the default pattern.  Very soon I will hopefully be on my way to making the basic mock-up of "China Rose."  I purchased more gingham for my mock-up fabric during Online Fabric Store's New Years sale, so I'll be covered.





For my adventure of the week, I went to the Book Loft in German Village this past Saturday.  I had initially wanted to go to the "In Loving Color" exhibit at the Franklin Park Conservatory, but I did not get moving in a timely manner to go.  Who could disturb a loving Koshka when she is resting on you?  I can't.

Anyway back when I was in college, I enjoyed walking around and exploring the campus library.  You didn't always know where you would wind up, especially in the older section.  With that memory in mind, is why I decided on the Book Loft.



My favorite sections that I spent the most time in were the crafting area (of course), and the classics section.  In my exploration I happened across "The Arabian Nights Illustrated" , and I purchased it.  Something that I have been desiring to do is to get back into designing more.  I am hopeful that it will inspire me.  I was also curious about the stories.  I have a DVD copy of the feature silhouette animated film "The Adventures of Prince Achmed," which is based off of the stories from "Arabian Nights."  I haven't been able to read much of it yet, but I am looking forward to when I do.



Well, that is it for this week.  I hope that everyone out there finds time for a happy adventure or craft this upcoming week

Until next time...