Calling ALL Bloggers!

I would love a little help with naming this one. This bag is my shabby chic contribution to summer. So far I am considering Chantal, Noel, Candace and Hyacinth. What do you think I should name her?

Home Alone!

Today is the first day of my week off. My daughter is at her Grandmother's house spending time with her Auntie. She comes back tonight so I had better make good use of this time.


So far today I have made pancakes, turkey bacon and banana fritters for breakfast. It is already so humid and there doesn't seem to be any air circulating in my studio even with the window open.

I am getting ready to list my newest Slim-line wallet. This time I used suede in a gorgeous hunter green tone. Suede and I usually don't agree but this time we came to an understanding.

The interior is a beautiful vintage floral cotton. I started this wallet a few weeks ago but finished it yesterday. Here is a picture of the inside showing the hidden zippered coin compartment:

Home Dec Once again!

I just finished custom cushion covers for a client of mine. She liked the cherry blossom fabric that I had used on an evening clutch which is available in my shop.

These cushion covers are 18" x 18" and have a zippered opening in the back.

You can see the evening clutch here:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=5162186

There was a War in our Backyard

To celebrate Canada Day we hosted a BBQ for the family. We rounded out the night with a crackling fire to warm our chilled bodies.

As it got darker we waited for the battle call. The neighbours from across the ravine fired their warning shots. My husband had to retaliate with his own.

Then it was on - the sky lit up with colourful lights and all you could hear was what sounded like a battle of the worlds.

Of course we were battling with fireworks! Our guests were impressed. In the city neighbourhoods don't really go at it like ours.

Anyhow, sit back and enjoy my compilation of what happened last night. We are already talking about the show for the next holiday.

Happy Birthday Canada!

In celebration of Canada day I am offering free shipping on my wrist purses and cuffs and my men's reversible cuffs for today only. I am making it easy for you to have one of the hottest accessories of the summer.





All you have to do is type "Canada Free Shipping" in comments to Seller at checkout then wait for a revised Paypal invoice from me.

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=1205&section_id=5085301

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=1205&section_id=5036180

They Grow up so Fast!

It seems like yesterday when Agent 31 came into my life. She's a big girl now and ready for grade 1. Here she is at her SK (Senior Kindergarten) graduation.

The cake was delicious in case you were wondering.

In the Spotlight

My On the Go Leather Wristband Cuff with Zippered Compartment was picked by Neawear to be on the front page of Etsy today!

There's a New Man in my life

and his name is Kobe! He's good looking, strong, powerful and promises to take me where I've never been before. I can't wait to put my hands on him and make him work for me. I understand he does leather the way I like my leather done.

Okay so I'm talking about my new industrial sewing machine. I found him on Craigslist and bought him off a guy who had him for only 5 months. I tested it out on some scraps and am just in love with the quality stitching. He was delivered just last night so I haven't used him to his fullest potential yet. I'm a little scared - you know how it is when you get something new. You just are worried that you might mess something up and you won't be able to fix it. Well the YOU might very well be just ME. I hope that is not the case though. I'll be sure to post updates on how we adjust to each other, so keep an eye out.

Polka Dots Polka Dots!

Isn't this the coolest leather print? I'm really excited about this one. The dots are embossed on the leather. This wristlet pouch is fully lined with a houndstooth pattern. The strap is detachable so you can wear it on your wrist or remove the strap to use it as a clutch or pouch.

This pouch will be available in my etsy shop http://sewlutionsbyamo.etsy.com soon, so look out for it! Here is a view of the inside

Green Leaf

This is my latest wrist purse. I have reversed appliqued a suede leaf on the sage green leather flap with decorative stitching. I rather like how it turned out and hope you do too. This one is One of a Kind!

My Trip to the Farm

Today I helped supervise my daughter's SK class. We went to the Green Acres Farm.

I was the lucky parent who only had to supervise 2 children. Two of them were a no show. I have to say though, my girls were perfectly behaved, not like the raging pack of boys a few rows down the isle on the bus. We had a trailer ride around the farm and our tour guide explained about the different animals they had there.

We even got to see the shearing of sheep!

You might recognize Agent 31 on the right =>

Enjoy the rest of the pictures!

As Seen on Etsy Today

My Vintage Dhurrie Drawstring bag is featured on the front page of Etsy today!

When going to see the Doctor...

these days, you almost need to have a medical degree!

Let me tell you about a little story that could have ended badly. My mother went to the hospital earlier this week to check her eyes. She went in thinking she had cataracts but when they had another look they told her it was glaucoma. They told her they had to laser her eyes right there! After the proceedure she waited for half hour before she could drive home. The next day she went to work feeling a little pain in the eyes. The pain got worse and she had to leave early. It got so bad by the next day and when she could hardly see, she called the hospital. They told her to come back.

When she got there another doctor looked at her eyes. He then asked if she was taking the drops they gave her. "What drops?" she asked. He asked again in disbelief, "they didn't give you any drops?" "No, nothing and I even asked if there was something I should do after the laser treatment" she said.

***Can you spell LAWSUIT****????? WTF, (I don't even swear but it has to be said) what were they thinking??? It turns out because they neglected to give her the drops she had gotten a major eye infection.

They gave my mother a prescription for drops with steroids in it and thankfully, it has been getting better!

So beware people, always read up a little on whatever they(doctors) say you have so that you have a little knowledge and can ask questions that may REMIND some doctor to treat you right!

***my mom won't sue, but I told her to document everything, I guess I just did that for her***

Happy Victoria Day!

This was the show in my backyard.

Ring the Alarm!

Another fire's burning ohh oh!

Okay so those aren't the exact words to the song, and I just butchered it. While most people have gone away camping this week-end (it's a holiday weekend for us Canucks), we found ourselves in our back yard in front of our ghetto fire pit. Watching the fire dance is very mesmerizing and magical. I sat there staring without even speaking. The crackling and hissing were music to my ears.

The fire kept the bugs at bay and the chill off my spine. We would have roasted marshmallows, only I forgot to buy some and the ones we had were rock hard.

White for Summer!

Even if it's not quite yet summer, I am feeling the vibe. My newest Wrist Purses are the hottest things for summer!

They are the perfect accessory for walking, jogging, dancing or whatever activity calls for using both your hands. It holds your cash and even your key! You won't be bogged down with these lovlies and you'll look cool too.

Available in Snow white or French Vanilla at http://sewlutionsbyamo.etsy.com

Tag - I'm it!

I was tagged a few days ago by Zuleika of Hobbyzu http://hobbyzu.com/ . What is tagging you might ask. Well, it is a sort of 'get to know you' game that bloggers play. Now on to the

Rules:

• Start with 7 random facts/habits about yourself
• People who are tagged have to write their 7 things on their blog
• Then choose another 7 people to get tagged and list their names
• Don’t forget to leave them a comment to tell them they have been tagged and to read your blog

Here are 7 Random things about myself:

1) My toes curl up when I'm eating something delectable.

2) I fondle fabric and it doesn't matter if it is being worn. One day I'll get caught for sure!

3) I don't like knowing or seeing someone who is sad. Will do what I can to make them feel better.

4) Having my feet rubbed is the best thing on earth.

5) I need to turn the volume down on the radio when I reverse the car or when I'm lost.

6) I love to read while I eat.

7) I am fascinated by thunder.

I am now going to tag the following people (only 5):

http://windysdesigns.blogspot.com/

http://impybat.blogspot.com/

http://dawnchastain.blogspot.com/

http://circularaccessories.blogspot.com/

http://www.funkyfinds.blogspot.com/

What are the Odds?

This morning my husband called to say his car broke down, so I had to pick him up and take him to borrow his sister's car. After I dropped him off, I went to drop off our daughter at the sitter's. When I approached my car I noticed that I had an ugly flat tire. Now, I'd love to say that I changed the tire all by myself but can't - I almost did though. You see when I jacked up the car and tried to remove the bolts, I realized those babies weren't budging. So I called daddy to the rescue! After much toil and much WD-40 he managed to get them off and put the doughnut on. Then I got the tire patched and went on my merry way to work with dirty pants. Oh well, it could have been worse!
In better news - I was featured by IC Style and Indie collective shopping guide.

Read up on my feature here: http://indiecollective.net/icstyle/category/notably-indie/

What a turn around!

I've been feeling tired and run down all week so I decided I needed a sick day. To my surprise I received this wonderful Mother's day card from my brother. He is in the U.S. Army and is stationed over in the desert. He is such a thoughtful man, always thinking of others. Getting this card really picked up my spirits. Thank you Rae, I love you!

Being home today I was finally able to set up my other computer in my new studio via a wireless router connection - whoo hoo!! Anyone that knows me knows I am totally binary when it comes to computers. I may be a phone tech but computers really challenge me. So I'm sitting here in the comfort of my sewing room updating my blog - how cool is that!?!

I've never Thought of myself

as being a collector, but look what's happening!
I seem to be getting these cool looking white things. I was told they are called Milk Glass by a friend who actually collects them - who knew! I love how retro looking they are. I was attracted to the clean lines and the white just seems to pop against whatever colour your put them against. These will be in my new sewing room. I may put soil and plant some grass or Jade in them. Whatever I do they will look awesome against my turquoise blue walls - if they ever get painted by that husband of mine. I can't wait to see what else I find while thrifting.

How do you like My Goth Style?

My latest Bronwyn sling is done in a gothic style. I am calling her 'Gothic Valour'.

More pics can be found here: http://sewlutionsbyamo.etsy.com

Feel free to let me know if I captured the spirit.