Bringing crafty back

Did you miss me? I've been spending so much time at work, school, and Facebook that I sort of dropped off the map. I didn't realize it's been almost a year since I updated my blog. Oopsies.

I picked out this fabric and this fabric (shown together above) to make this adorable Amy Butler bag:

 

I'm more than a little nervous about making this thing. First, it's so super cute that I don't want to mess it up. Next, lots and lots of other people out here have had less than pleasant experiences making it. They all promise, however, that it is worth it in the end. We'll see...I'll try to keep you posted with my progress. I want to have it done by the time we go to Puerto Vallarta in February. It would make a lovely carry on, don't you think?

I used the Amy Butler Liverpool pattern to make a tunic, but it ended up as the outer shell for what will be the coolest spring coat. Ever. Really.

I've promised myself that I will become more patient and crafty and active. I think I've started out the new year rather well!

All thumbs, no thumbs

Since I have not done any scrapbooking in over SIX months, I've started a new hobby: sewing. I'm teaching myself to sew. I'm not great, but I have learned a ton in the past week or so. Apparently, however, I have not learned to avoid slicing my thumbs with my rotary cutter. I actually could probably use a couple of stitches on my left thumb, but I'm just sticking with bandages for now.

I've made some super cool things, including window treatments, a little drawstring bag, and table runner, some coasters, and half of a purse. Don't ask.

I don't have any pictures of my new stuff, but I can assure you that they only look super cool because of the fabric I used.