FREEDOM : SEWING : UPDATING
I have relative freedom this weekend - in which I get to be by myself, with only my thoughts, needs, desires to attend to, a large pile of sewing, and a few restful periods with the knitting needles. How wonderful it is to not feel pressured about when I might have 5 minutes peace. How delightful to take ones self off to a cafe and order a nice meal and sit and have dinner alone. I did feel quite self conscious I was the only one not reading Harry Potter. I almost bought it. But decided a night in with my favourite slob night movie Notting Hill, chocolate and Habu were a more fitting response to a weekend without children or husband.
I have sewn like a chinese sweat shop, and actually made indents into my piles and To Do list. Which means - that on Tuesday night I can update my shop with the Black On Black Scarves, Fold Tops, and Gathered Skirts. I had tried to get them all done for this weekend, but I'm failing on that one. I've been playing around with some variations on the scarves as well:
A Lavender and Charcoal print on pewter silk. But they will have to wait for another update.
No kids or husband- wow!? My husband is away so the closest thing to 'me' time that I will be getting for the next 3 days is writing this comment! Enjoy your weekend!
Posted by: Christie | July 22, 2007 at 01:44 PM
How lovely for you to have a weekend to your self! Its such a blessing to have dinner to oneself isn't it? (I would have never thought that pre-children.)and your scarves are so beautiful...
Posted by: laura | July 22, 2007 at 02:01 PM
:)
good working!
Posted by: eireann | July 22, 2007 at 03:28 PM
it's so nice to have time to yourself once in awhile!
Posted by: joyce | July 22, 2007 at 04:54 PM
Sounds like a perfect weekend- relaxing, restorative and productive.
Posted by: di | July 22, 2007 at 05:52 PM
I had an unexpected night to myself last night. I was so excited, I walked around in circles for about 4 hours, achieving practically nothing.
Posted by: Shula | July 22, 2007 at 07:57 PM
great to hear that you found some time for yourself and for sewing and watching girl-movies, looking forward for your update.
Posted by: erika | July 22, 2007 at 09:38 PM
notting hill is that movie for me too...love it! so good to have time just for you...
the scarves are gorgeous...looking forward to the shop update!
Posted by: liz elayne | July 23, 2007 at 03:48 AM
I really love the rare occassions where I get to spend quality me time. Sounds like you had a wonderful time.
Looking forward to seeing the shop update.
Posted by: ling | July 23, 2007 at 06:35 AM
Sweatshops are not only "chinese" - they are mostly of ethnic workers.
Posted by: Terry | July 23, 2007 at 06:47 AM
The scarves look gorgeous, and sounds like you were enjoying some time to yourself!
Posted by: Bel | July 23, 2007 at 09:37 AM
ooohhhh gathered skirts sound devine -can't wait to see! I love your creations. Thanks for sharing and being inspirational.
Posted by: Rebecca | July 23, 2007 at 11:52 AM
I am SO glad you got some much deserved time for yourself. It was long overdue, I think.
Posted by: cari | July 23, 2007 at 12:10 PM
Can we forward this pic of the gorgeous silk to all of our beloveds and teach them that this is what we want instead of chocolates and flowers. I think I could tolerate the rest of our humid-filled summer days if I knew I would be enjoying that beautiful piece this winter. Allison, I hope not one guilty thought crept into your head during your wonderful break. It was well deserved!
Posted by: Christie | July 24, 2007 at 05:13 AM
Oooh, love that silk.
Posted by: Mama Urchin | July 24, 2007 at 11:49 AM
hope that your weekend alone was restful and delightful. the new scarf version looks beautiful!
Posted by: amisha | August 04, 2007 at 02:21 AM