Part public journal and part lifestyle guide, this is the digital playground for my thoughts and creative projects
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From Chest of Drawers to Secretary Desk and Vanity: A Multi-Use Design
It has been my biggest desire to have a dedicated vanity in my bedroom for a very long time. It's been a while since I had one, and in the years since, I have grappled with a lack of space. This issue is likely to continue for a while…I started looking around at what I already had to see if I could make something work, and my eyes settled on a chest of drawers. With a few modifications, I figured this could easily become exactly what I need.
The Fix That Took Too Long: A Lesson on Stubbornness from My Overlock Repair
It's almost embarrassing how long it's taken me to repair a broken upper looper on my overlock. I broke the looper while working on a project about three years ago, possibly longer—about five years ago? I ordered a replacement part, which was exactly what I needed. However, when I received it, I couldn't figure out how to remove the broken part from the machine. After a few attempts, I gave up, deciding to deal with it after I finished moving into my mother's house during my transition to my final move to Dallas.
Fabric Stash Challenge: Burgundy Faux Snake Skin
It took way longer than I anticipated for me to get to the next fabric in the fabric stash challenge, but I got there and have made these shorts!
The pattern I used is McCall's pattern M7726 and, while it is a classic style, the pattern itself is not as straightforward as I thought it would be. I made some adjustments and I'll discuss that in a later post when I do a formal pattern review.
Podcasts That Are Good Listening For Creatives
I’ve been looking for voices from people who are like me Black women, creatives working full time in their art form, and creatives who may not be doing it full time. I also wanted to find resources that focused a bit on the business side of things because that always feels very murky. The podcasts fit the bill.
A Multi Room Oasis
I’ve been saying to no one in particular that this room should feel like a lush enchanted oasis. (Arwa gave me those vibes a little bit. ) During the day it should feel relaxing and like a day spent by the side of a lagoon. And at night it should feel like a quiet breeze carrying you under the Milky Way.
A New Space
One of the projects I’ve been working on is updating the platform for this website. I’ve talked before about developing a line of sewing patterns and I’m also developing an online sewing course (more on that later) and I wanted to make sure I had the space for both those things and the rest of what I’ve got going on here.
A New Addition: Singer Model 66
When I sent her photos of my most recent on a whim acquisition, my mother asked, “Are you a collector?” Yes? At this point, yes. Introducing my new to me 1921 Singer Model 66. Stunning, I know. Sporting the classic red scroll or red eye decals and equipped with a motor, foot pedal, and work light; replete with the original oak carrying case that admittedly has seen better days.
Cozy Bedroom Updates
I’ve been steadily making my bedroom my place of solitude. Last year I bought the half globe cantilever lamps by Ting Shen off eBay and the mirrors and side dressers from IKEA. In the summer I bought the headboard off Craigslist (brand unknown) added two duvets (used as one) and a new duvet cover with matching pillows.
2024 Birthday Gown
Even though it wasn’t part of my original vision, for now, I’m reveling in a job well done and ahead of schedule by four days. This gown is something I have been wanting to make for a while and it turned out to be absolutely perfect for this birthday
2024 Birthday Things
