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Art Inspired by Vintage Dresses

How beautiful are these vintage dress watercolors by etsy artist JoJoLarue?  I think they're absolutely drool-worthy!

I love the neckline -- and the twirly skirt, of course.

If I had a ball to go to, this is what I'd want to wear.  It's in blue, no less, which is a great color for me!

You can get the dresses on notecards, postcards and art prints.  I'm thinking they'll be perfect to top off my sewing room when it's nice and organized.  Now if only the dresses themselves would appear magically in my closet...

As an added plus, the dress prints are on sale today via Heartsy.  (I know I've mentioned my addiction to this "Groupon for etsy" site before, so I warn you -- it's dangerous!)  But...should you take the plunge...sign up through this link and get $5 off your first purchase!

 

A Post Having Nothing To Do With Sewing Patterns

I usually try to keep the blog focused on sewing-related stuff, but today I'm breaking that rule.  If you're hoping for tips on organizing your sewing room or musings on cartoon mini-helpers, read no further.

Anyone left?  OK, here's my news.  I got a tattoo for my birthday yesterday!  I'm thrilled with it and can't stop staring at my left inner forearm:

The flash diluted the color a little bit -- that blue is deeper.  (And if you're wondering -- yes, I am that pale.)  "Omit needless words" is my favorite writing advice, a bit of wisdom from the amazing Strunk & White "Elements of Style".  (I re-read it every year!)  I also like the idea of using it as a reminder to ignore the negative thoughts that pop up way too easily in my noggin.

This is my first tattoo, and I really felt ready to get it.  In the past I've thought about it, but was overwhelmed by the idea of something that would be on me for the rest of my life.  But this felt right, and I loved the idea of declaring my love of my chosen profession on my, ahem, 42nd birthday.  Bring on the wardrobe of elbow-length sleeves!

It looks like I hit 100 followers yesterday as well -- double happy birthday to me!  This calls for a giveaway -- I'll post details on Monday!