Here we go, completely random post (I’ll spare you the rear shot and not model the modified swim bottoms….)
I found an awesome deal on swimwear at our 1/2 of 1/2 store, $3 each piece. It’s all overruns, so the trick is finding a match. I found a super cute top (I think it was from Target last season) and dug and dug – at last look I stumbled upon some bottoms that matched – score!! But they weren’t my size. But for $3, they were worth the risk of trying to take them in. I did it when the kids were at Grandma Day Camp, and just sewed until they fit. I do this a lot with other things – tops, pants whatever – just try it on, pinch where I want to take it in, then whip it off and sew it and then try it on again. It was just a little awkward sewing up a swimsuit bottom – because between adjustments there wasn’t much reason to get re-dressed if I was just going to try it on again. And so one thing leads to another and I’m sewing in the buff. Mostly.
True story.
Other true confessions and random info:
—I’m kind of over “What I Wore Wednesday” – – it used to be awesome, mainly because I was fashionly awkward and needed to be held accountable (see photo below). I would show outfits, ask for advice, and adjust them. Well the Catch 22 is that with your help, I think I’ve stepped up my fashion sense (a little, maybe, right?!) and so now my outfit posts aren’t as interesting because my outfits got better over these past few years. So I’m thinking I’ll still post my WIWW, but not a dedicated every-week type of thing.
—One of our kids talked about our sunglasses and how airplane drivers wore them – so Trevor launched into some lesson about how Pilots wear Aviators because they’re dark on top for looking out the window but light on the bottom for when they need to read their maps and dials. Huh?! I thought they were just to look cool. Who knew.
—I don’t like Roundups! Am I the only one?? You know, the blog posts that are all “100 BEST Ways to Clean Your Bathroom Floor” or “50 of the Cutest DIY Sock Tutorials” – – I’d rather see a whole post about a specific project than a list of random projects that’s been clumped together – especially when most of those posts don’t have pictures for every project. I figure if I’m looking for a group of posts all about the same topic, I’ll search for it on Pinterest. BUT, these Round Up Posts are apparently wildly popular, so I guess most of you like them. I’ll probably post them occasionally, but not regularly for sure. I’ve heard from several places that if you want blog growth, post round-ups, but oh well.
—I write blog posts in my head as I’m doing a project. Doesn’t everyone?
—I never told you about the super-thoughtful gift I gave Trevor on Father’s day – – a nice big hole in the front bumper of his car (those garage stairs came out of nowhere!)
—I don’t like Portrait-Oriented pictures for blogs – – I think Landscape looks a ton better at the top of a blog post. But we’re living in a Pinterest-ruled world, and Portrait looks better on Pinterest, so Portrait it is. But really, which of these looks better on a blog – we all know it’s landscape….
Got any random anything you want to mention?? let’s hear it! (unless it’s about the weight loss you’ve achieved with raspberry drops….)
I’ve never tried sewing or editing a swim suit. I should try that… dressed… or maybe not. 😉 What a fun post! Have a great weekend! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures
Love it! Funny, I just did a swimsuit adjustment. Wasn’t sure if I wanted to post it or not, but you have inspired me. I was not, however, sewing nude. Hahaha!
I really don’t like roundups either!! They drive me crazy.
And, I often sewing in less than decent clothing when I’m sewing for myself. Dressing and undressing just isn’t worth the hassle. I usually see late at night when my kids are sleeping, so I just pray that they don’t walk in unannounced! Haha
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I’m working on my first swimsuit this weekend! And I confess that I’ve sewn shirtless while adjusting the neckline on a self-drafted top pattern I was making. You are definitely not alone!
I’ve never commented before but I think you might be my new best friend because I never read the round up posts. Unless of course you sew a pennant banner for every Holiday, than maybe we can’t be friends.
I don’t like roundups either! I usually don’t even read blog posts that mention them.
Your swimsuit alterations cracked me up. I recently altered a bra. The cups were too big, so I would take it off, cut a little, try it back on, etc etc. Good thing I was alone with curtains pulled shut! ha
I’m not the only one!!! I am not a huge fan of round ups. They make me mad quite frankly. I have had some of my stuff featured in them, and I am super grateful for the blog traffic, but a heads up on me being included would be nice. I have also come across blogs where that is almost all they do. Feels like they are stealing others good ideas for their own gain.
Love the story of your sewing in the buff, too funny! Also, I am now kinda envious of your fashion style. You have come a long way.
The picture you posted of your wiww outfit was priceless. Yes, You have stepped it up a notch!! I agree with the round up comment. They are just not for me…to much information to go through to get to the one thing I might actually like.
I hate roundups and I, too, have a weird affection for landscape photos. Great minds, right?
Ha on sewing in the buff! I’ve sewn topless (with undergarments on) while fitting many times, but never bottomless 🙂
best post ever!!!!
hate round ups as well…I hate all that stupid clicking to find stuff on all the other sites etc… I also would rather have a great tut or post on one blog! and you totally made my LOL at the sewing in the buff! Have a great weekend!
I’m with you on the round-ups! I hate reading the whole thing to (maybe) get just a few ideas. I have one board just for round-up posts so I can read them later and repin the individual items that I might be interested in.
I also hate the mile-long Pinterest photos whether they be the round-up kind or the kind that shows every stinkin’ step of a tutorial.
Sorry about the garage stairs kicking a hole in the Mustang! Your husband has good tastes – my pony is the same beautiful blue too, only a convertible with racing stripes!
Michelle @ On A Wing And A Prayer
I am so with you on the round-ups and pinterest pictures. Mostly I just do pictures however and don’t worry that much about pinterest…but I do try to make sure there’s a picture with my project title on it for pinning. Round-ups drive me a little crazy, because the chances that the person doing the round-up has actually tried the projects and can really recommend them are usually nill.
Agreed!!! IF I ever did a round up post on my blog it would include pictures for sure because who has time for all that randomly clicking?? I mean seriously I’ve already got fifteen gazillion tabs open on my browser, I don’t need any help slowing my computer down any more than I can do myself! Of course not doing round ups is maybe why I have very little blog traffic – ooopsy. I also like the landscape photos MUCH better which makes me think I should really think about those pinterest pins to up my traffic too. WOW this is turning into work!!
Anyway just wanted you know that yes I think about blog posts while I’m cooking but even worse……my husband pretends he has his own cooking show when he happens to be in the kitchen. FYI, his show would NEVER make it on television. His humor is a little peculiar. haha
oh and Mandy, I think your husband wants to help you with your sewing projects when the kids are at camp. 🙂
What is the 1/2 off 1/2 off store…I wanta go!!
I miss your WIWW posts! I just think you’re adorable and you have great fashion sense! (:
Yes! I am not a fan of round ups! The only thing worse is a round up slide show. Way too much work for the off chance that I will find a good idea. And when I look through Pinterest, I want to see the great idea front and center without any clicking. So pins that say “50 Fall Inspired Recipes” etc. get passed right on by, but pins that say “Crock Pot Pumpkin Spice Latte” totally get clicked/pinned!