Lets just say its been a busy couple of months for me…
Cute table runner I donated to Bethel Friends of CanineFat quarter bagFat quarter bagFat quarter bagFat quarter bagScrap bagRabbit lined mittensThe school of fishAnother table runner I donated to a family friend
I am also now a proud owner of a sea otter pelt!
I have somewhat become addicted to sewing…. Its been a busy few months for me on the sewing machine, in the office, and at home dealing with home life.
My mother never fails to pop into my life when I least expect it, and when I welcome it the least. She has the worst timing. She manages to step into my life and stomp me further into the ground. Her drunken voice boils my blood. Her laughter makes me want to strangle her soul. Its amazing what one phone call can do to my well being. It brings me back to a damn spiral of anger and disgust. And in the moments what I wouldnt do to hurt her with all my might. But then I realize shes nothing to me. Shes been dead to me for years and I just need to let it go like a dead fly. Moments like those rotten phone calls remind me that I will never heal until she has left this earth for good.
Until then I just keep on kicking. Keep on breathing. Keep on moving.
A few weeks ago I decided to go all in and try a new product to increase my energy, motivation, and muscle mass.
I usually dont go for products, and try to do it the old fashion way. BUT. Its been too long. Ive been tired, and fatigued daily. SO. I did the jump and decided to try this new product Isagenix.
Now I know your probably thinking its another one of those diet weight loss products that dont give any results, and like throwing money down the drain. BUT let me tell you.
Its day 1. I started my morning off with an Isalean Pro shake with peanut butter, and yogurt and some morning supplements. Now let me tell you that I have the toughest time taking pills so I struggled sucking down the morning supplements but I did it. I didnt need a cup of coffee till about 9:30 am which is unusual for me considering if I dont have my first cup at 7:30 the pounding starts and does not stop. I stayed about full until 2 pm which is another amazing thing. Usually I need to eat about every 3-4 hours since my metabolism is crazy fast. Afternoon snack was a 6 inch subway sandwich. Thank goodness I was off work at 3:45, and hit the gym at 4:45 pm.
Before my workout I popped one of the Energy e+ shots and immediately had a burst of energy! My workout consisted of 25 minutes on the treadmill, and lunges, and lunge kicks with 25 pound weights, and dumbbell curls with 25 lb weights.
And THEN as I got home another burst of energy came out which is crazy! I usually never have this much energy after work. I would have to think that maybe this Isagenix is starting to work its magic. A replishment shake, and Ionix supreme powder were replacement drinks after the workout.
Dinner consisted of baked salmon, corn, and lentils with rice. Overall I would say day 1 has gone fairly smooth besides the hiccups in the morning. I definately feel that my energy levels after work were much higher than any other day.
I am trying out this product to increase my energy levels, motivation, and to try build a little mass. I am not overweight but I am ready to make some life changes.
Here are my before photos I am hoping in the 30 days I will lose the love handles, and build muscle mass 🙂
If any of this interests you, you can check out my website and browse!
Life changes are in the works!
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I also forgot to mention I finished the fish skin purse, well almost! I still need to add the beads to it. But heres a preview!
I love how you can see fabric thru the fish skin.I love how you can see the paisley thru the fish skin.
Discovering I can make new things, in a short amount of time is awesome! So what do I do?
I make LOTS of them! And then some!
Here are my latest and greatest!
Fish bags for days. These are for your plastics!Inside scrap bagScrap bag side 2Scrap bag side 1Inside scrap bag
I made this for a friend but was soo tempted to keep it! We bartered and she gets this bag and I get a cute hippy slouchy hat! Pictures to come when it is in good hands. My hands!
As I sti here and reflect on what to be thankful for…
The phone rang.
and of course it was her.
Do I answer?
Yes. I answer and then
I hung up.
Why is it that she can just up and call me just because its THANKSGIVING.
A day that we are suppose to be thankful for everything and everyone.
But seeing her name on the caller ID made my blood boil, and I felt the tears building up…
She cant do that. She cant think that just because its a holiday she can call me say thanksgiving, tell me how much she loves me, and then act as if nothing happened. Its wrong.
What goes thru her head? I just dont get it.
And then I instantly regretted hanging up. I wanted to tell her how awful she was. How she ruined my childhood. How she cant keep doing this to me. Bringing me back to this dark, awful, cold place. A place of hate of anger. I wanted to tell her all the awful things that shes said to me. Only…
I know what would happen. She would get upset. She wouldnt listen. She would get angry with me. And then she would drink. And it would be all my fault. She would blame me the next time she saw me with those piercing evil eyes.
So its better I dont answer. Its better I dont tell her anything. Its better that I just dont bother.
I am thankful for my amazing husband who keeps me grounded. And my amazing father who has been my rock and my best friend in my early on years… And he still is 🙂
Did I mention I love to sew? I am thankful that I am learning to sew and want to sew.
I am also thankful I didnt leave the giblets, or the neck in the turkey this year.
I am thankful for the internet and the ability read instructions.
I am thankful I am able to move forward, and leave the past and the negativity in the past.
I am thankful for sewing, and my patience to sit for LONG periods of time.
I am thankful that my dog likes beer.
Mac has problems 🙂
I forgot to mention I am thankful that I lived to be 27 years young. Heres to another 73 I hope…
I wanted to make this christmas tree skirt last year but didnt have enough time. I think November 8th is a good time to start planning for Christmas even though its raining here, which is unusual.
This past weekend I took a class to finish a couple of projects I had.
My sister in law requested a qaspeq, and an old friend for his daughter. Seeing as how I only have one pattern that is for myself I figured the class would be perfect!
Here is how they turned out! I am happy with the colors and the fun-ness of them both! I was happy to use Jeannes machine and serger! Those flowers and intricite details would not be there if it werent for the amazing janome!
Here is my sister in laws. I just love the bright colors!With the leftover fabric I was able to whip out a cute reversible bag!I love this one! The fireweed fabric is so gorgeoumous!
Nothing filling a weekend full of sleeping and lounging around with sewing! yay!
I feel like Ive been a busy bee busting out projects.
A year later I finally finished the wall hanging! Whoogtee! I am learning… And I am learning to finish projects on my own and its exciting! Here is the finished project!
This is my twister wall hanging. I started this last year and feels so damn good to finish it!
Ive been wanting to start making my own clothes. Slowly. Here is my latest creation. I had a blast making this and it makes me excited to start making more, and more and more. 🙂 So here it is!
Here is the finished product! And I love it!The detailed RavenThis was something new. I have never added a zipper pocket to the pocket. It was a challenge but it turned out for my first one.I always find the details make the finished product. I forgot how to line the hood so I goofed a little bit. But here it is looks good on paper.
Now that I know how to do all the fun details I cant wait to bust out more! If you dont know what a qaspeq is check out this website Qaspeq
Qaspeqs are perfect for berry picking, boating, fishing, and everyday use. I love mine. I love mine especially since I have made them. I know that they are all made with love. My hope is to make fun qaspeq creations.
With the help of my good friend we were able to bust out this quilt in 16 hours for my aunt and uncles 50th anniversary.
As a quilter, sewer, creator I am discovering that I love to make new things. I love to play around and make new creations. Everything I make I have taken a class, pinterested, or just accidently created it. Its a fun process and I learn something new every time I am creating things. I want to eventually make my own clothes, once I am skilled enough. On my Christmas list is a serger. I think I am ready to tackle that fear of using a serger and start expanding my sewing skills.
I took a class and was able to bust out these 2 qaspeqs with bags from left over fabric.This is the first apron that I ever made. I just copied the pattern from an apron that was given to me.I made this for a good friend. I had a hard time giving this one away I love the colors.
WIth the help of a great friend I was able to make this for an old friend in Takotna. First time making a hat with a velcro strap.
My auntie made me the red stocking when I was a young girl. I wanted to keep the tradition alive and made my step-children and husband stockings.
Holiday apron that I kept for myself.
I wanted to make my gifts last year and these were the gift packages I created. Pillowcases, apron, and a fish bag.
I made this qaspeq with no hood.
Qaspeq I made in a weekend class. I find I bust out more when I take a class.
Love the colors, and the pockets this was my favorite to make.
I gave this to my cousin for Christmas last year. I love giving away homemade gifts.
This was the first scrap quilt I made. I love scrap quilts.
I had a blast making these halloween trick or treat bags for my step-children, nieces, and adopted nieces. I followed this simple two sided bag tutorial from Skip to My Lou’s website and just ran with it. I had left over Dora fabric and lined T and M’s bags, and used them for the base for e and g’s bags. The girls all loved their bags and I had so much making them. A little fabric goes a looong way.
Halloween trick or treat bag side AHalloween trick or treat bagSide b for Halloween trick or treat bag EE Halloween trick or treat bagHalloween trick or treat bagN Halloween trick or treat bage Halloween trick or treat bage Halloween trick or treat bagg Halloween trick or treat bagg Halloween trick or treat bagM Halloween trick or treat bag
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