On the Cusp of the New Year

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Here we are....a new year is upon us.
I am not one to make resolutions. Never have, don't think I ever will. I figured out a long time ago that I prefer to live each day as it is, not putting any expectations on it.
Like today....the sun is shining. There is fresh snow. I have plenty of things I should be doing but guess what? I am going sledding. Because that's how I roll.
I hope you all have a wonderful day and if you are celebrating tonight, I hope you enjoy yourselves immensely. I wish you all a year of happiness, love and laughter! Hugs for you all! xo

Sewing....where am I going to find the time to do it all!

I just discovered (and purchased!) this pattern from Colette patterns. Whenever I find a stylish men's sewing pattern I snap it up. They are few and far between! I can't wait to make it for the Mister. I will make one in cosy flannel for the winter and some nice breezy linen for the summer....the possibilities are really endless. I like the vintage style of it. This shirt seems to fit a bit slimmer than most men's shirts which is excellent for my man since he is quite slim.
I also just got this book from a shop in Toronto called The Workroom. I would love to visit the shop if I ever find myself in TO. I really enjoyed emailing back and forth with the women who run this shop - they were super helpful and got this book to me lickety-spilt! The book is full of adorable clothes for little girls. It is all in Japanese but there are some stellar diagrams so I think I should be able to figure it all out.
Famous last words!
G and I are baking up a storm and are going to continue with that today. Hope you have a lovely weekend! xo

DnB Freakout

Spor is killing it. Love this record.



The cover art is pretty amazing too.

Pretty Frocks

Having a bit of a lazy day today. Last night was my staff party. It is always a good time. I work with really awesome people! To make a long story short, there is an open bar, lots of laughing, hilarious conversations, and I usually stay up way too late. I am wiped.
Sooooo....
I was cruising Modcloth and found some pretties :

This one comes in red too!

I must post pictures of myself in the dress that I made for the party last night. I forgot my camera at home so I didn't take a single picture!
This is what I am listening to right now. If you like drum and bass go have a listen.
Hope you are all somewhere cozy and warm tonight! xo

Birthday Boy

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Today is the mister's birthday. He has to work all day - poor guy. But it gives me and G all day to do something fabulous for him.
First off, we will be cleaning the house.
Secondly, we will be making a birthday cake. Nothing chocolate or over the top because he is not that kinda cake guy. It will be simple. A mango upside down cake. His favourite.
Then we will be wrapping a couple of pretty sweet goodies and making a wicked awesome card. Complete with glitter, I am almost certain of it.
Then comes dinner. The mister loves all things pork. So on the menu for tonight:

Baby back ribs - I am going to make a dry rub for them and if I have time, homemade bbq sauce
Chili Rellenos - yum. That's all I have to say about that.
Warm potato salad, with the possible addition of some crispy bacon bits. I did say it was all about the pork, didn't I?
Green salad or maybe a nice sui choy slaw with lime.

My mouth is watering just thinking about this meal. I had better get on with it.
Happy Birthday, love! xoxoxo

Christmas Anyone?

I know....
Its not even December yet but today I started thinking about what sorts of gifts I would like to get for my daughter and nephew. My nephew is not quite one and when my daughter was his age I got her this little wooden bus toy. She loved it. She drove it all over the place, chucked it around and chewed on it. I'd say that is just about the perfect toy.
So I was perusing the wooden toy offerings on Etsy and thought I would share some of my favourites with you.....

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not really a children's toy, but wow!

There are some amazingly talented people out there!
Have a lovely snowy day! x

Snow Day

The first real snowfall of the winter! G was so excited when she got up and looked out the window this morning. I totally remember that feeling. I must admit, winter is not my favourite time of the year. Its the cold and the lack of sunlight. I pretty much spend as much of the winter by the fire as I can.


We made some snow angels in the back yard and did some "snow chasing". Then it was back inside for a simple comforting lunch of grilled cheese and tomato soup. Mmmmm!
I have been doing a bunch of sewing for a little craft fair I am participating in. Doing up lots of little clutches. They are fun to make because they come together so fast. Instant gratification.
I also hemmed a gorgeous coat that I bought from this Etsy seller.

I got it in the spring when the thought of snow was so far off. I took about 5 inches off the length and it really made the coat feel more modern. Also, I'm a shortie so the length just overwhelmed me.
Hope you are all staying warm today! x