It's a new day!

Hello all of my people! (Crickets) I know people make all of these resolutions that they will post more, talk about all of these different topics, and find a direction for their blog.  All of these things are good. Especially finding a direction for your blog. But I don't to even promise you or myself that. For this new year, I just want to do me. I don't want to compare myself to anyone else. I just want to find a better me - a better me  for me and my family. So won't you come on this journey with me? Come one - I know you all are out there!

So on to my outfit:

My top is Simplicity 2971 which is now out of print.It is made from a luscious knit purchased from Joann's a while ago. This is my second time making this top and I can truly say it goes in the favorite pile. When I put it on I feel glamourous. Give me a chunky necklace and I am ready.

The skirt is MimiG's pencil skirt tutorial. Honey, this skirt is the business. I can tell you that I don't care if I ever sew another type of skirt. Give me about twenty of these and I am cool. The tutorial is easy, doesn't require much fabric,  and goes together fast. I made mine out of Ponte Roma from Hancock's. It stretches just enough and feels great up against the skin. I truly suggest making this skirt in Ponte Roma or something just like it. I did, however, peg it toward the knee a little. I wanted that Basic Instinct skirt look but longer. Hey I don't want to show all of my goodies!!! 

Well until next time!

street traveler

street traveler by ebony-jordan-1 on polyvore.com

Winter Wanderer

Winter Wanderer by ebony-jordan on polyvore.com

Here is my inspiration for the fall.  Now you know that I do not plan to go out and buy all of these things,, but instead make them!!!

NEEVER TOO LATE FOR A NEW START

Hello everyone!!! Hugs and kisses, hugs and kisses. As you can see I have changed my blog name again. But wait !!!! I feel this one really reflects who I am . As much as I love to sew and talk sewing, I have other interests. I didn't want my blog to be limited becuase life is limitless.  Why the name ANAEVE? Anaeve is a mash-up of the names of my mom and my grandma . It has sort of a serene bohemian, edgy feel to it and I love it. So what do you say folks? Come along on this journey with me as we explore life, love, family , books, etc. See you later.....

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Hello ladies and any gentlemen . I am writing this post on behalf of a nother blogger who is currently  having a  moving sale. She is a really great blogger and just overall a great source of inspiration. Her husband , pup, and her will be moving to California and will be selling all of their belongings  as well as the great ruffled accessories that she creates. You may know her as GussySews and she can be found at gussysews. Just click this link for any info and well wishes. Thanks.

Hello ! ( ****silence***anyone out there) I promise I have not forgotten about you. Life has been so busy lately. I went back to work, my baby is a toddler, the hubby is in school. Whew I just need another set of arms! (why does the image of the giant insect from the Orkin commercials come to mind?) I will be back with updates in a little while.

SO READY FOR FALL

This cool weather is putting me in the mood for the holidays. That first day of cool weather came (even though it was just for a couple of days) and I just had to whip up a cardigan. The first of many is McCalls 6168. ( to the left)  I made it from a fuschia rayon jersey knit from Joann fabric , the $13 stuff. This pattern is super easy and goes together fast. Now , I will warn you that it takes some fabric. I only had two yards and i believe the pattern calls for 2 3/4 yards. It took some squeezing to get this cardigan. I had to  remove some of the drape of the front piece. Even with me doing that, it is still long - maybe i am just short - and gave me the drama that I was looking for.  What can I say besides  this is a great pattern . I may make another one.......