Friday, June 13, 2014

Accents by MeMe Mae: Turbans & Headbands

These items were sent to me for review.  The opinions are my own and not influenced by anyone.


When I checked the mail and saw a package from Accents by MeMe Mae, I was
literally jumping up and down.  
AMMM (my new abbreviation) makes the most beautiful infinity scarves and turbans (knit headbands), and headbands for women, teens, children, and babies.

This is my personal fav of her scarves.  GORGEOUS, right?


You can find AMMM on Etsy and Facebook.
I encourage you to check out her shop and 'like' her on Facebook.

Like I said, I received 3 turbans:  a simple tuban, cinched turban, and a twisted turban.
PLUS 2 headbands for myself, 2 for Ali Cat, and 2 for Little Cookie Dough.
'Say what?" you ask.  Let me show you.

Thursday, June 12, 2014

Cali to VA Move


We left California on May 9th and arrived in Virginia June 6th.  
Recap of our month on the road.

No smoking, but they sure as hell will tempt you.
Big Bear

Friday, May 9, 2014

San Diego, CA to Alexandria, VA



Ali and I stepped off the plane in San Diego a short 2 years ago.  I was 34 weeks pregnant with Cookie.  Karl picked up us from the Airport and took us for fish tacos at South Beach Bar and Grille.  They are the BEST fish tacos ever! 
I have fallen in love with this area.  Perfect weather, beautiful beaches, tasty food, and nice people.
Alas, we have sold our house and moving on.  Today we pack the car and start our 3 week journey across the entire US to Alexandria, Va.

Thursday, May 8, 2014

Sew-a-bration of Womanhood

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Sew-a-bration of Womanhood is all about the bonding of women and sewing for ourselves.
Boy o' boy do I like sewing for myself.  I am the definition of a selfish seamstress.

A few weeks ago, I had to attend a Silver and Gold Cocktail party.  I had nothing silver or gold in my closet.  That needed to be rectified.  I  chose Mouse House Creations Caroline Party Dress.
Or rather PAR-TAY dress.

Sunday, May 4, 2014

Cat Birthday Party!

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The girls birthdays are about 2 months apart.  For the past 2 years, we've done a combined party for them.  It works well since they are young.

2014 theme:  Kitty Cats!

Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Fashion Revolution



On 24th April 2013, 1133 people were killed and over 2500 were injured when the Rana Plaza factory complex collapsed in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

In many countries around the world, men, women, and children are making your clothes in inhumane working conditions with very little pay.

Fashion Revolution wants the world to step up and consider 'who is making your clothes?"
Lets fight together to bring changes to the fashion industry.

The article "Why do we need a Fashion Revolution" provides more details of the horrific event 
in Bangladesh last year and how the world and fashion industry responded.

What can you do?
Tomorrow, April 24th, wear your clothes inside out to bring attention to how clothing is made.
You can wear something you made or that you purchased from a store.

Then take a picture, post to Instagram #insideout
or Twitter @fash_rev




Saturday, April 19, 2014

Swoon Sewing Patterns Blanche Barrel Bag

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Swoon Sewing Patterns has released the April Pattern:  Blanche Barrel Bag!




Blanche comes in two sizes:
Small: 10.5" wide
Large: 14" wide

Difficulty: 3 out of 4