Bad Habits are Hard to Break

 What's my bad habit? Istagramming more than blogging.

I'm @the_daily_stitcher on Instagram.

Lately, I've been trying to improve my breadmaking skills. Bought a few tools to, hopefully, make that happen.

First off, new stir sticks. 

Not sure about this one. I was using a skinny wooden spoon for this part, but, well, it was too skinny to get a good grip on. This one, well, it looks a little phallic and the wood is a bit rough.

It works, but I'm not loving it. 

This one is great when things are very liquidy but it's a little awkward when the dough gets stiffer.

It's not bad though. The wood is smooth as buttah.

The hubs likes the slices to fit in the toaster. I've used a standard loaf pan, but the bread gets really tall. 

I love the way it turns out in the cast iron dutch oven, but it isn't toaster friendly.

This came up on a really good sale and I had a gift card so I went for it. 

I'll use it on my next bread day, probably tomorrow. 

It hold a 4-6 cub recipe, so I should be okay, or I can add an extra cup.

It's been very busy around here. I've been playing my bass A LOT. I just had a concert, and I have 5 coming up from now until July 15, 2025. Luckily, I am familiar with all the patriotic pieces and some of the concert pieces.

The hubs wanted a work apron, so I followed his specs. I think it should've tied in the back, but he's the one wearing it. Yeah, it doesn't look right on this dress form. LOL

For mother's day, the hubs is building me a chaise. We are trying to get the design just right, but this is essentially it. It will have arms and a turquoise cushion. It will be either white or a very, pale, butter yellow. I am undecided.

Some fun, new straight pins, pink unicorns from Tula Pink.

Jus finished off a week with the grands and the dot. I'm tired. LOL

There's lots more, but that's it for this week. 

Playing Catch up

 It's been a minute since I blogged. It will take me a little bit to get back into the swing of things. Not gonna lie, Instagram is faster and easier. Not as informative, but........

Been protesting the bread aisle. First, my favorite bread is nowhere to be found: San Luis Sheepherder's. It's literally the only non-sourdough and non-sweet white bread out there. Factor in the cost of a loaf and it's crazy. Here are a few of my attempts. I've had a few flops too. 

They were all pretty tasty, but they weren't quite my favorite. 

A tad bit of sewing for a baby gift.

Just a few burp cloths and wash cloths to go with a bag full of clothes.

It's officially fall. Pulled out the big tea mug, the warm house shoes and had the first fire. 

Still on the hunt for this pattern: Simplicity 2245 

The Lisette Portfolio Dress

She has one on her site but because of copyright and simplicity owning said rights, it's not the same and I really don't want a v-neck and I really don't want to fiddle with it and make it round. 

Anybody out there got one they are willing to part with?

Let me borrow and trace it?

I've contacted Simplicity Patterns about a PDF release but I've yet to hear back. By the time I discovered this pattern it was already out of print. I hate when that happens, don't you?

I voted. Pretty happy with the outcome. There is a ballot measure or two I wish didn't pass. My poor state is cra cra and so is my governor. 

He can't be reelected so yyyyaaaaaaaaayyyyyyyy

Finally, a little Saturday morning love

What's going on at your end?

Is blogging still a thing?

Long time, no blog.

why?

Well, to shorten a painfully long story:

got a new phone

updated new phone

it gave me a new google account I didn't want or ask for

new account took all my info

couldn't get pics and info back to the correct account

google was zero help

blog pics will be spotty until I can figure a way to locate the pics

it's been 5 years, it ain't looking good.

I've had to update like crazy just to sign on.

Questions:

Should I start blogging again?

Do people still read these things?

Keep it one topic, like sewing, or just go all over the place?

Should I just bag this one and start anew?

If you're out there, say hey!

Regena

Busy....fun busy!! And a blog question at the bottom.

Lost of good stuff happening at my end. It keeps me from playing on social media, but that's okay, it means I am out there livin'.

A little bag for the bride and groom.

Did some pattern matching on my binding.

It's not really going to get noticed since it will be narrow, but I know it matches and that's all that matters. LOL 

A pretty little pattern from #studiomme

A little treat bag for the grand for Valentine's Day.

Loves me some #sweetwaterfabric and patterns.

A little Napa wedding. My baby girl is now a Mrs. 

A baby quilt for some new grandparents.

Gratuitous granddot shot

My hair is finally long enough to french braid, 

now I want to cut it all off again. 

Finished this little gem for #studiomme

My first time being a test stitcher. I hope I did her proud.

A dress for my DIL. She has a photography business and 

wants flowy, one-of-kind dresses for her shoots.

Draping isn't something I am good at, but new skills are always welcomed.

Tons more happening that didn't make this post. 

New house, first time dealing with snow, tearing down walls, arguing over what to do, typical couple junk. hahahahaha

I'm trying to get back into blogging but instagram is so quick and easy that I just literally phone it. Snap, a couple of lines, post.

What kinds of things would you like to see on this blog? 

More tutorials? Sewing, personal?

I think I want it to be more focused instead of haphazard.

Let me know!!

Happy living!!

Week 41

Once again, I'm playing catchup with the blogging. I feel like I need to narrow my focus and really make this blog into something. Or, I could start another page or blog and get all specific. That will be a New Year's project as the holiday season in now in full swing.

Made a mini quilt from my sweetwater box.

Even mitered the border.

Some fun bowls from Tupperware. I  love a good halloween sale 

Took over the dinning room table to make some pillowcases for Texas Flood survivors

Halloween fun!

A few more motifs..

Las Vegas, Tom Petty, hair cut, getting stitches removed, Mexico earthquake 

Hoopview

My helper is sleeping on the job

 Pulled out the old girl for a good lube job, a new LED light and a little piecing.

Made a Christmas blanket. Sweater on one side, fleece on the other

New recipe, Spanish Tortilla. Super yummy

We have a band or two of wild turkeys roaming the 'hood. This is the church parking lot. 

They were not afraid. LOL

Tug of war until they couldn't move.  hahahaha 

Somebody is in heat. Oy. Time for a few more doggie pad holder/chastity belts.

She has a chicken nugget sized tail so I didn't have to worry about a tail hole. 

Although, I would just put in a big, ol' button hole to accommodate one if need be.

I keep tweaking the design. I'll get in perfect about the time she hits dogopause. LOL 

 How is your week 41? Any Christmas projects stated? Finished?