Real Life: Live & Unscripted

Soul Food...My Walk with God.

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I'm BACK. I talked briefly before about being off track. I mean I REALLY got off. My prayer time was off, my devotional time was off. I was just OFF.

I started reading this book by Joel Osteen and it literally changed my life.

Seems like I'm always having life changing moments but I'm thankful for that.

This book helped me to see where I was speaking not so good things over myself and my family without even really realizing it.

Sometimes I'll find myself going back to that old way of thinking. I'll even stop praying/journaling. Then it's like something hits me over the head and I realize I've slacked off.

I want to encourage ya'll to GET THIS BOOK. Speak these promises over your life. You will be SO glad you did!!

I'm not perfect, just striving to be the woman God wants me to be. Keeping my life lined up with the WORD!

No title blog post today lol

Did you guys have a great Mother's Day? I surely did.

I took this picture after church on Sunday and I love it. It may be one of my most favorite pictures that I have with my kids.

They are really growing up.

I was talking to my twitter peeps the other day about blogging and being personal on the blogs.

There are times when I REALLY consider shutting this thing down.

Then I'll get an email that remids me WHY I blog.

I love sharing. I love that something I can say will help someone, make someone smile or just encourage them.

I post about a LOT of things on my blog.

Those of you who have been following me from the beginning (2006) have seen me change, evolve and just grow. Not only me but my family.

Y'all have been there through some exciting times and even some sad times.

If I go TOO long without posting my email will blow up lol.

I love blogging. It's a part of who I am if that even makes sense.

I try not to get TOO personal or TOO specific but with technology these days people can find out whatever they want with enough digging.

*shrugs*

I can't put my blog into a "catagory". I'm a mom but not a mommy blogger. I love to cook and share recipies (Gonna get back on that soon lol) but I'm not a food blogger. I LOVE fashion but I'm not a fashion blogger...well you get the point.

I'm more of a "lifestyle" blogger. Yep. If I had to put myself into any catagory that would be it.

I love to share what my family is doing. I love to share what God is doing in my life. I love to share what I've sewn, I LOVE to share my sense of fashion.

I'm a 35 year old woman, who has been married for 16 years with 3 kids, a dog, two cats and a turtle.

I'm an ordinary woman doing extraordinary things.

I'm just blessed.

Ok. Enough of my rambles lol.

Toodles!!

Adrienne's Little World...Video Edition

Time for another video!
I ALMOST didn't even upload this because I made a mistake and deleted where I unboxed my machine. I STILL don't know what I did or how I did it but OH WELL.

There are no do overs lol

I explained in the deleted part that my dad bought me a sewing machine for Mother's Day...

Ok, now go watch the video lol

 

McCalls 6654 & Vogue 8815...A Review

I LOVE fashion blogs and reading them all the time surely influences some of the things I make.

Back in February I saw this post : http://www.wendyslookbook.com/2013/02/pop-of-color-neon-peplum-givenchy-shark-tooth/ and INSTANTLY pinned this look. I fell in LOVE with that neon!

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I mean come on. I LOVE this lady. This is actually the second time I've been inspired by her. You can check out the first time here: http://adrienneslittleworld.typepad.com/a_glimpse_of_me_a_peek_in/2012/03/mccalls-5591a-pattern-review.html

Ok let's get on with it! LOL

My yellow purse matches EVERYTHING lol.

The top is Vogue 8815

Pattern Description: Fitted top has raised waist/hemline variations and narrow hem. A and B: back zipper. C: pullover, wrong side shows (back hemline), back neck slit with hook/eye closing. B and C: stitched hems on sleeves. Purchase bias tape to finish necklines and armholes A.

I made view B

 
Pattern Sizing: 8-16


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

Kinda lol
Were the instructions easy to follow? I've made this top so many times now I don't have to read the directions, but they are clear and easy to understand/follow.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I am in love with all things peplum and if I don't stop soon, I will have a closet full of peplum tops.


Fabric Used: Stretch cotton sateen.


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I wanted a double peplum so I cut the first peplum at regular length then lengthened the next peplum by 3 inches.

My fabric has so much stretch in it that I didn't need to add a zipper. On the neckline instead of using bias tape as the pattern suggests, I used FOE (fold over elastic) so it would stretch over my head with no problem.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I alrady have this cut out in navy blue ready to sew up lol. I HIGHLY recommend this pattern lol.

Conclusion:SUPERB pattern. If you haven't picked this one up yet, grab it.

McCall's 6654

Pattern Description: Semi-fitted or loose-fitting skirts have elasticized waistband (waist down), and narrow hem.

Pattern Sizing: 6-14


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? You can sew this with your eyes closed lol.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I love how simple this is lol.


Fabric Used: Ponte Knit from Metro Textiles


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I already have this cut out in a black and white stripe. YES I will make this time and time again. I highly recommend it to everyone.

Conclusion: This is such a great pattern. When I was in NY I saw this and HAD to have it. I hate to match stripes but if I'm going to match them, this will be the best way to do it. On something super simple. Let the fabric do the talking lol.

Here are a couple more pictures so you can see the stripes lol. YES I'm proud even though it was only two seams lol

Photogrid is like my favorite thing ever lol.

Alright that's it guys!!! See ya SUPER soon lol

McCall's 5330 & Vogue 8422...A Review

What?!?! I'm posting a review~? lol

Man ya'll I have been BUSY. Like FORREAL.

Those of you that have been following my blog for a while know I NEVER wanted to sew for anyone other than myself lol. It took FOREVER for me to make something for the kids but my business is doing SO well. I stay busy.

I have a board full of clients and a bunch of pending orders. I never thought I would have so much fun doing what I do. I was obedient to what God told me to do and not only have I been blessed but I've been a blessing to others as well.

Now even though I'm sewing a LOT for other people, I STILL sew for myself lol. I'll have to do another post on all of that but trust me lol. I put work (and it's hard to even call it work because I truly love it) away and sew for myself lol.

I made this back in March and I'm just now getting a chance to wear it. It warmed up SUPER quick and it has been too warm to wear this but NOW!? Man why is it MAY and 50!?!? in ALABAMA lol

These are two very OOP patterns:

McCall's 5330

and Vogue 8422

I LOVE this top and this skirt. LOVE LOVE LOVE. They were both very, very easy.

I have had this skirt in my stash for YEARS. I don't know what took me so long to make this. I absolutely LOVE it. It was very easy to make and I did it in one sitting.

The wrap top I have also had a very long time. I love it. I love wrap anything. It's super flattering on just about every shape.

Excuse the wrinkles I took this after wearing it all day.

I almost wore leopard shoes but decided not to. I went with these silver and black beauties I've had for a while. I promise my yellow purse goes with EVERYTHING. It's my favorite thing right now. It's like having a little sunshine in my hand lol

Alright that's it. I'll TRY to do more updates this week lol.

I have a bunch more to review. High-low dresses, peplum shirts, pencil skirts and a sunshine yellow wrap dress lol. OH MY lol

Y'all have a great day!
Toodles!

Hump Day Ramblings...

• Can you believe April is almost over?

• I have been so busy! INSANE. Love it though.

• It seems I can no longer eat Pork. I have THE WORST HEADACHES after. SMH

• Ive been craving watermelon.

• I want to go to the farmers market.

• My kids aren't babies anymore. WOW

• My mom and dad are sick. So are my brother, his wife and Aiden. I am not going ANYWHERE near there.

• Pink, black and white file folders for my business will be AWESOME.

• What shall I ask for for Mother's day??

• What are you getting your mommy?

• I want to go visit a friend. SOON as I get a free weekend.

• I have a MAJOR scheduling conflict. I need to figure this out.

• When this posts it will be MAY 1. MAY 1. M A Y 1. WOW

• I'm excited about the summer. I kinda do enjoy the kids being home lol. Well maybe I enjoy not waking up super early lol.

• I love what flexi rods to to my hair.

• I'm ready to swim. 

• I need an assistant. No, really.

• We went out to dinner and had the best time. It was great.

• No matter what comes or goes, I truly stand on God's Word.

Alright what's going on with yall!?!? Ramble away!

Happy Birthday Patrick R.I.P

The entire month of April is a hard one for our family. We know that the month must come to an end and Patrick's birthday always closes out the month.

He would have been 37 today.

We REALLY miss him.

His name comes up ATLEAST once a week around here if not more.

I know he is no longer with us but sometimes it feels like he is just busy.

I thought the pain would get better with time but I haven't experienced that yet. Neither has Tony.

I know what "I" feel in my heart. I can only imagine what Tony feels.

I went back through my blog and found the post when he passed away. If you are new, you can read it here .

Patrick was loved. Shoot Patrick is STILL loved.

I keep this picture of him on the top of my bookshelf. He's always watchin my back lol.

Between him and Tony I could do anything. I was superwoman lol. He had so much confidence in me. Y'all know I HATE alterations. I did some for him. Some Suits. Mannnn that tall dude lol. Patrick was BIG lol. I would only do stuff like that for him and Tony. Not even my daddy could make me hem his pants lol.

The tears flow but his memory lives on.

I wish he could see his son grow up. I wish he could see my kids grow up. They miss Uncle Pat.

We miss him too.

Love you always.

Phone Dump! Pics from my Samsung Galaxy 3 (PIC HEAVY)

Yall ready? LOL Hmm ok Pu-blix lol.

Someone had a great time on the go carts lol

Y'all remember her right!? My little baby cousin isn't so little anymore lol
Don't let your children tell you to put pop rocks in your mouth THEN add pepsi. NO don't do it. SMH
This is STILL my favorite mug
My vision board that I made a couple of years ago at a friends house. I've added and taken away things. Ive added a few more since I took this pic :)
NOTHING is made from the box over here lol. Jaelyn made these peanut butter oatmeal chocolate chip cookies and they were THE BOMB lol
Sooo I thought I didn't like yogurt. Like seriously. Singlema told me to try these and I'm HOOKED. I LOVE THEM.
I had to spend some time here...
Pretty neat fortune :)
Kayla has been wearing her hair straight and she loves it. YAY! That's her stylist. SHE IS THE BOMB.
I was out of town and needed some coffee... pic is kinda cool don't cha think? lol
Someone on twitter was talking about old schoolcandy and the very next day I saw these lol
This is how I'm packin on a photoshoot lol
ADDICTED. that is all. It's actually been about a month since I had one lol.

Jaelyn decided to get creative lol
We were in church one night, I think I was dropping off soemthing and kayla snapped a pic lol
Yeah. Ya'll know I love Ihop. I think I've only been once this month. Maybe twice...I can't remember.

GOTTA have a pic of Gizmo knocked out lol
This is Zoe. She is my SIL new baby maltese.
SHE HAS SHOES BECAUSE SHE WON"T GO OUTSIDE WITHOUT THEM ON lol. HILARIOUS.
ANDRE AND AIDENNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN
ME AND MY DADDDYYYYYYYYYYYYY lol
This was taken at like 430am lol. Andre took me to the airport when I went to NY lol.

First taxi ride...EVER lol, Hey I'm from a driving city lol
LOVE LOVE LOVE the metro lol
I was BRIGHT lol

Sooo you can't just go to the restroom in stores in NY. You have to be a paying customer to use their facilites. That's a new one for me.

I've been craving salads latelyI had no idea this was real. smh
More yogurt lol
THIS WAS HILARIOUS lol. It was the kids first time eating crawfish. HILARIOUS YOU HEAR ME!?!? lol
I love having a driver.
HA! Jaelyn ran across this ipod and she was like WHOAAA its not even touchscreen. Its SO OLD. It's SO BIG. This thing is vintage O_O
I went to appl-ebe.es and tried these. I haven't been there in YEARS but these were so good. Fried greenbeans. yummy.
The taxi had a tv in it lol

and a debit card swiper lol.
I took my machine to be serviced before I left lol. I was happy to have her back lol. I picked her up THE DAY I returned lol
They loved the tshirts I brought them back lol
Chueys. Enough said.
Me and my boooooooooooooooo. Hes rocking a new yankees hat lol. HE LOVES THE YANKEES.
I should have bought this. I need to go back and get it, if it isn't gone lol

Lunch date with my boo!
lol i really love salads. This one is my fav

Soooo I was running errands and my check oil light came on. Glad I ROCK because I checked my oil saw it was a quart low and added more. Women y'all need to know how to do these things. Had Tony been with me he would have done it but I was alone. I will NOT be stranded ANYWHERE. I will change a tire with the best of them. Humph.  I saw this in old navy and HAD to have it. I'll have to refashion it a tad bit because it's a mans shirt and a XL lol
I wore this out with a girlfriend
I had NO idea they still MADE burger king crowns lol. I haven't seen one of these since I was a little girl lol
Me and my girlfriend lol
Taking pics at the Lu.pus walk
Me and my Bishop. He is 93! BLESSED. His mind is sharper than mine. SMH lol
Thats him in front of HIS 1930 Model T.  I MEAN. That thing is CLEAN.
At the walk somone got wind that I was a seamstress...I took measurements there. ALWAYS be ready.
I wore this the other day. I'm LOVING yellow and green. LOVING IT.
Uhhh ok.
My client board. I've added two more names on since I snapped this pic :) I get a LOT of inquiries. That always excites me but I get EVEN more excited when people pay their invoice lol
Pub.lix has THE best fruit.
And a pic from the Lu.pus Foundation. I was so blessed to be able to be a sponsor. LOVE IT.
Alright that is IT. I will try my BEST not to go this long again lol. That's a LOT of pictures lol

Hump Day Ramblings...

• This year is ZOOMING BY!
• I am sleepy lol
• I have been BUSY
• I've GOT TO GET BACK TO BLOGGING ON THE REGULAR
• A phone dump will post tomorrow lol
• I've been having SO MUCH FUN.
• I can't believe how much fun I had in NY. I can't wait to go back.
• The kids will be out of school for the summer soon. I actually can't wait.
• I dropped my phone and cracked the screen. It looks ALL KINDS OF BOOTLEG.
• Now I might go ahead and get the S-4. I said I wasn't going to get it. Oh well lol
• I need to record another video. hmmm
• Jaelyn needs to roller set my hair for me.
• I'm in LOVE with yellow. And pink. Seems like everything I touch is yellow or pink.
• I prayed about something about two weeks ago and it hasn't happened since. YES. God is good.
• I love my little office space downstairs.
• I organized ALL my fabric. Well, I organzied what was on the shelves.
• My to sew list is SO LONG. I want to make everything on it. Guess I need to get started huh? LOL
• I currently have a list of clients. God has blessed my business beyond what I could EVER imaging.
• My business was a sponsor for the L*up-us Walk. It was SO FUN! I had a blast!
• I have an overdue library book.
• I need to put away the laundry in my bedroom.
• What shall I cook for dinner?
• I want to renew my vows in 4 years. Yep that will be the big 20. I want a WHOLE wedding. lol
• I still wish I had a sister.
• Something happend that hurt me and I'm not quite over it yet. I need to address it this week :/
• Mannnn I had to let go of some folks and I tell you I'm at peace. I got tired of the back and forth lol. When you are TRULY tired you make a change. Tony is still all O_O behind me doing it lol. He can't believe it.
• I love that Jaelyn is driving lol. YESSSSSSSSSSSSSS
• I'm starting to love instagram. It's great for business!
• I need another memory card for my 7D and a new lens. Decisions decisions.
• This will be a BIG year.
• NEXT YEAR!? 2014?? Will be the start of something FANTASTIC. I'm so excited I can hardly stand it. 
• I'm speaking some things over my family and asking God to do some stuff and whooooo I am EXCITED. YESSSSSSSSSSSS

Alright what's going on with y'all? Let's ramble together!

Adrienne & Toy take on NY! (VERY PICTURE HEAVY)

Ok so last week I went to NY. I told Toy about it when I first saw I would have a little free time coming up. The planning started INSTANTLY lol

I haven't seen Toy since she came to visit me WAY BACK IN 2006 (even though we talk every day) lol. You can read about it HERE and HERE

Here is a video and mannnn lol. Yeah we had a blast lol

Here are some more pics:

I wasn't SUPPOSED to take pictures in here but the security guard told me I could take some pics REAL quick lol. He was super nice lol.

Can you believe that glass slipper!? AMAZING. I want some lol

This picture sums it all up lol. I've seen this button pic on SO many blogs lol. Now there is one on MY blog lol

I LOVED going to Metro Textiles and meeting Kashi. I've heard so much about him and his store over the years it was a TREAT to finally be able to shop there. I had my list ready and I showed him pictures of all the patterns I wanted to make and he "created several problems" for me lol. His fabric selection is AMAZING. The quality of his fabrics is AMAZING. I'm already ready to go again lol.

I saw this in MOOD FABRICS and I was in LOVE. So sparkly!! LOL

Another thing I enjoyed about Mood was the fact I could touch some of the fabrics I've seen online. My wish list for Mood just got a TAD bit longer. I may treat myself soon lol

Fabric stores were everywhere lol

She was FAB catching her taxi lol

First time riding the subway!!! I loved it lol

I loved seeing fresh flowers on every corner.

The parking is INSANE.

I snapped this in Brooklyn...

This was the HIGHLIGHT of the trip. Better than all the sight seeing, fabric shopping, shopping period lol. Toy and I went to Brooklyn to meet with her Aunt, brother and dad. LET ME TELL YOU. This was THE BEST FOOD I HAVE EVER EATEN IN MY LIFE and y'all KNOW I love to eat lol.

They are ALL from Trinidad so their accent was T H I C K. It was so funny. It took me a few minutes but I was able to catch on to convo lol. I thought I talk fast. THEY TALK FAST lol. It was a night full of laughter, food and fun. Her dad took the cake when he started dancing lol. It was so funny. I felt right at home.

Ok that's it. I can't wait to go back again. I'll have to post the pics of my fabrics tomorrow. This has gotten LONG enough lol.

Toodles!

 

 

 

Prom 2013...Jaelyn's Junior Year

Mannnnn LISTEN.

This prom will go down is HISTORY. HISTORY you hear me!?

• The zipper wouldn't zip on her dress we had to take it BACK to the dress shop so they could zip her in.
• The fact that the zipper wouldn't zip made us late to take pics (the kids were on a time schedule).
• Got to the facility for the pictures and they were CLOSED.
• I snuck them in for the quickest photo shoot in HISTORY.
• We got LOCKED IN and the security guard we snuck past had to let us out lol.
• Ended up with his mom for over an hour. Don't ask.
• The zipper in the dress broke DURING DINNER so she ended up wearing his tux jacket the entire night and changed before they left prom lol.

But the photos turned out beautifully...

And that is the end of prom 2013 lol

Vogue 8723...A Review

 It's APRIL Y'ALL!!! How about a review!?!? This will be a busy week on this here blog (YES I SAID THIS HERE LOL) so get ready! LOL

 

 

Vogue 8723

 

Pattern Description: MISSES' DRESS: A, B: Lined, fitted bodice and side seam pockets. A, B, C, D cup sizes

Pattern Sizing:  8-16


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? yes

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? I glanced over them but didn't use them.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I loved the square neckline of this dress.


Fabric Used: Embossed Jaquard


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I didn't add the pockets.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? If you like this style dress I highly recommend it. It was an easy sew.

Conclusion: Great dress to showcase some gorgeous fabric.

Here are some additional pictures:

Here is a close up of the fabric:

And the invisible zipper & hook & eye

 

Happy 56th Birthday Momma!!!

We love you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Soul Food...My Walk with God.

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 I learned from my friend Oldgirlladylee it's great to read different versions of the bible. I love the site biblegateway.com They have every translation on earth lol. KJV is my favorite but when I read something I don't quite understand I always go to this site for clarity. Different translations will have me like whoaaaa lol

 

 

Genesis 12:2-3

KJV

² And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing:

³ And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that curseth thee: and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed.

CEB (Common English Bible)

² I will make of you a great nation and will bless you. I will make your name respected, and you will be a blessing. ³ I will bless those who bless you,
    those who curse you I will curse;
        all the families of earth
            will be blessed because of you.

 

EXB (Expanded Bible)

² I will make you a great nation,
    and I will bless you.
I will make ·you famous [^Lyour name great],
    ·and [or so that] you will be a blessing to others.
³ I will bless those who bless you,
    and I will place a curse on those who ·harm [or curse] you.
And all the ·people [families; clans] on earth
    will be blessed through you [^Cthe promises of the Abrahamic covenant].”

GNT (Good News Translation)

² I will give you many descendants, and they will become a great nation. I will bless you and make your name famous, so that you will be a blessing.

³ I will bless those who bless you,
But I will curse those who curse you.
And through you I will bless all the nations.”^[a]

GW (God's Word Translation)

² I will make you a great nation,
I will bless you.
I will make your name great,
    and you will be a blessing.
³ I will bless those who bless you,
    and whoever curses you, I will curse.
        Through you every family on earth will be blessed.”

IT has been a WHILE since I've done this.

Somewhere along the way I got off track. Not really doing anything that I don't think God would approve of, but I got lazy. Slack.

I was talking to a friend this morning and I told her one of my prayers was for God to bless me so I can truly be a blessing.

I have some plans of things I would love to do for others but sometimes I can't because resources are limited. My heart is in the right place but my resources are limited.

I want God to change that.

It's not all about me and my family. Yes we are truly blessed but sometimes I want to do more for others.

It's an area I'm truly working in.

I always give of my time, but I'm about to start giving more.

I'm excited and I can not WAIT for God to open these doors!

Can you tell I'm excited!? I am EXCITED.

Watch for my testimony. Just watch. I'm about to sit back and watch God work!

If y'all have a minute listen to this song. It was written by a local musician. I LOVE THIS SONG. They got extra crunk!! YESSSSSSSSSSSS

God can do ANYTHING but fail!!! TRY HIM AND WATCH GOD WORK!!!

I'm not perfect, just striving to be the woman God wants me to be. Keeping my life lined up with the WORD!

Hump Day Ramblings...

• Whew everything is back on track.

• Jaelyn is driving. EVERYWHERE. Lord keep everybody safe.

• So much senseless violence. Jesus.

• 20 days.

• It's been a month. Just wow, but oh well.

• I wonder...

• April is going to be a BUSY month.

• I'm finally feeling back to myself after this surgery. Thank GOD.

• I'm sleepy :/

• Woke up this morning to take a shower and there was NO water. My FIRST thought...I KNOW I JUST PAID THE BILL lol

• I thought I wanted the galaxy 4...I really don't. Let's see how long that lasts lol

• This is going to be a busy weekend. Whew.

• I wish I had a sister lol. I know I say that a lot but it's on my heart.

• I'm looking for God to do something great for me. I'll let y'all know when it happens.

• My truck should be finished this weekend. WOOHOO. I hope so. I miss her lol.

• I am falling in LOVE with makeup. I just organized all my stuff so yay.

• I ALWAYS forget to pay my garbage tax. ALWAYS. ALWAYSSSSSSSSSSSSS. I got the bill today lol. I'm paying it TOMORROW lol.

• I have been taking EPIC naps lol. I WILL take a nap. NO SHAME. And if you are one of those who don't have time for a nap...I MAKE TIME lol

• I want a greasy burger.

• Invited some ladies to dinner and no one is available. I'mma start sending blog invites lol. I need a female dinner partner lol. Now taking applications.

• It's cold and raining. Perfect time to stay in my sewing room.

• Ummm yeah. I promise I know some idiots. SMH

• I have a meeting at 6:30. I dreamed I missed it because my days are off. Spring break and summer mess me up BIG TIME.

• I need God to move for me. I trust His Word. I KNOW He is going to do this for me.

• I need to get my nails done.

• Today was a bussssssssssssssssssssssssssssssy day.

• Tomorrow will be JUST like it.

• Something has changed somewhere. I have no idea what it is. I'll check myself first.

• Ummmm yeah. ok.

• 14 days

What's going on with y'all?

Happy Spring Fabric Sale!!

I've cleaned and purged and now it's time for a sale.

What ever you guys don't buy I'll put it on Ebay Sunday. Just wanted to put it here first.

I will update this post as things sell.

I will send you an invoice once you select what you want.

All Items ship for free.

Same day shipping if paid for before 3pm CST

 

Multi Wool. 60 wide 3.5yards $36.00

 

 

Pink multi knit. 60 wide 2 yards $17.00 SOLD

 

 

Purple Wool. 60 wide. 2 yards $15.00 SOLD

 

 

Red, black and white knit. 60 wide. 3 yards. $22.00 SOLD
 

 

Snake Knit. This has a sparkly type sheen to it and little flecks of glitter. When I purchased this online I didn't see that. It's 60 wide and I have 4 yards. $28 SOLD

 

 

Blue Wool (Coating) This has some stretch on the cross grain. 60 wide 3.5 yards $30.00 SOLD

 

 

Brown & Orange Knit. 60 wide 1.5 yards $12.00 SOLD
 

 

Chocolate brown and white wool 60 wide 1 yard $10.00
 

 

Chocolate brown and white floral knit. 60 wide 2 yards $19.00

 

 

Lipstick red wool. 60 wide a little over a yard (1 yard and about 15 inches) $13.00 SOLD


 

 

Wool. 60 wide. 1 yard. $11.00

Hump Day Ramblings...

• It's been a LONG time since I've done this lol

• I extended the olive branch and wish I wouldn't have.

• The kids are on spring break.

• It's after midnight but the clock on my computer says 11pm. WRONG.

• I don't like soda anymore. It's too sweet.

• What God has for me, it IS for me. I do NOT compete.

• 22 days. EXCITED.

• I've learned NOT to worry. God has proven Himself to me over and over again. I TRUST HIM.

• My tummy hurts :(

• There are SEVEN people pregnant at my church. SEVEN. AT THE SAME TIME. Oh wait, seven babies. One lady is having twins lol.

• My truck is in the shop. I NEED MY TRUCK BACK lol

• The next few weeks are going to be so busy. I can wait.

• SCANDAL COMES BACK ON THIS WEEK!!!! YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS

• Have I mentioned how addicted I am to youtube? No? I'm addicted.

• I need to do another video.

• My Grandma turned 85 and we had a huge party for her. SO MUCH FUN!

• Jaelyn complained about gas prices the other day. I was rolling.

• *Suadade*

• I wish I had a sister. Man. I love my brothers but man.

• Sometimes I get TIRED of trying. Some stuff I've learned to let go. Ok. I'm LEARNING to let go lol.

• I should have followed my gut. I will know next time.

• I need to polish my nails. I'm tired of this green.

• I DO however want some green fabric just like this green polish I'm tired of.

• I'm so excited about spring/summer sewing. YES.

• I had a plan...I think I might have to throw it out of the window at this point lol.

• New patterns make me happy. VERY happy.

• I thought I wanted the Galaxy 4 but I don't. ODD. VERY ODD.

• I don't have an instagram.

• Looks like a monkey wrench has been thrown into my plans. Gonna make this work. Hmmm.

• Things are different but I KNOW it's not me. Not at all.

• I wish people would realize LOVE is an action word. YOu can say you love someone ALL DAY LONG but do you show it? 

• I'm obsessed with floral prints.

• I want to make a blazer.

• I hate to run across people with talent and ZERO personality. Makes me overlook the awesome talent you have because you suck as a person.

• I've always wanted a sister. ALWAYS.

• Some of the people I'm very close to live so far away. Why is that!?

Ok that's enough from me. Y'all ramble in the comments...

Phone Dump! Pics from my Samsung Galaxy 3 (PIC HEAVY)

Soooo how about a phone dump lol

This thing with pearls...it's serious ya'll

And the shoes. Got them from justfab.com

The deliciousness that is white chocolate cake from a piece of cake in Atlanta. We had a huge gathering (more on that later) and my brother brought it. Mannnn.

The wind was blowing and Kayla straight photo bombed me lol

BLT on white bread and a paper plate lol. THAT'S LIVING lol

Tony brought me lunch the other day and this salad was ALL THAT. I ate half for lunch and the rest for dinner. It was so good.

Jaelyn and I went to Ihop for breakfast/brunch the other morning and clearly we care nothing about fat and calories because we ATE lol. I had those pancakes and let me tell you...they seriously taste like banana pudding. They were SO GOOD.

My view as I waited on Jaelyn to finish a super long dentist appointment. When she finished she was like Momma that was a quick appoinment. I was only back there 20 minutes. O_O I told her clearly the gas worked because that appoinment was TWO HOURS LONG.

This really happened. smh

Ya girl got a relaxer lol. I am so NOT #teamnatural lol. I get a relaxer every 6 months or so. Natural hair is TOO MUCH WORK. Ask Kayla lol.

Checked out my new target and picked up some starbucks. Let me tell y'all. I haven't had any caffiene in a LONG time and this starbucks JACKED ME UP. SMH

The morning of my hair appointment. My hair looks like a HELMET lol

These are SO good. I really need to start making my own because i will NOT be giving them money everyday lol.

  HAHAHAHAHA

Tony decided I needed some new sneakers. Now I have two other pair lol. My first pair of Nike Free I have worn SLAP out. Then I have a pair of new balance I PROMISE I've had for almost 10 years. These new Nike Free V.2...mannn AWESOME.

Went to cheesecake factory for desert one night with the family.

Sooo Gizmo loves my lap more than my electric blanket. I turned it on for him and he STILL laid in my lap.

Knocked out lol

These are so good.

Made a huge shrimp salad. Looking at this picture, now I want another one lol

New polish. YAY

I still don't know who sent this to me but It was right on time.

Ha, this was supposed to be a date night but we ended up in the er lol.

My favorite magazine subscription right now.

GET.THIS.IN.YOUR.LIFE.

What had happened was....one day I locked my keys in the house and had to climb through a window. Check out the look on Gizmo face lol

Kayla rocking the straight hair...

Feelings all kinda hurt.

Did y'all know Jaelyn plays tennis? no? oh Jaelyn plays tennis lol

Tony and I at a wedding last month. I was a hostess. NEVERRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR again. EVERRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR. NEver ever ever ever ever.

Went painting...

Jaelyns 17th bday cake lol

The clown that decided to cut his eyebrow O_____________________________________O

Alright, that's it! LOL

Vogue 8870...A Review

Hey guys I was able to go to church yesterday and this is what I wore. I'm feeling a LOT better but still not 100%. I can drive now so woohoo lol. Too bad much of today will be spent in bed lol

                                                                    Vogue 8870

Pattern Description: Pullover dress has loose-fitting, blouson bodice variations, elasticized (seamed) waist, side pockets and narrow hem. Wrong side shows on back hemline. A: mock wrap, front pleated bodice, and two-piece sleeves. Note: no provisions provided for above waist adjustment. B: elasticized upper back.

I made view A top with view B bottom.

 
Pattern Sizing: XS-Medium

I made the Medium and it's still big on me.

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? I glanced over them. Pretty standard.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I loved the style of this dress.


Fabric Used: Mystery fabric from my stash. Some type of poly blend.


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I will make this again. This is a great pattern and I highly recommend it.

Conclusion: Great easy pattern. Pick it up if you like this style dress.

I forgot to take a close up of my shoes but you can find them HERE Ivanka Trump Halley

Adrienne's Little World...Video Edition

Home from the hospital.

I think my voice is that way from being intubated.

Ok see y'all soon.

Emergency Surgery

Hey guys. I ended up in the ER last night with severe pain. They are about to do an emergency surgical procedure. Please keep me lifted in your prayers. I'll update as soon as I can.

Love you guys!

Adrienne's Little World...Video Edition

TOTALLY Random...on the road lol

 

Butterick 5850...A Review

Butterick 5850

 

Pattern Description: Dress has fitted, lined bodice variations, gathered skirt and single layer tie ends (wrong side will show) with narrow hem, and side zipper. B: semi-fitted skirt. A,B: mock wrap, front bodice extends into pleated back neckline. C: front shoulder pleats.

I made view A , added sleeve C and shortened the sleeve.  
Pattern Sizing: 8-16 I cut the 12 and could have gone down to the 10. It's a little big on me


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? I only glanced over the directions but they seem very clear.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I love the retro style of the pattern.


Fabric Used: Taffeta


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I added/shortened a sleeve. Instead of wearing the neckline like it's shown in the picture, I folded mine outward and tacked it at the waist.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I don't think I will make this one again but if you like this style dress, go for it.

Conclusion: Great pattern if you like this style.

Here is a picture of the pleated neckline:

The gathers on the side tie:The gathers around the skirt:

Adrienne's Little World...Video Edition

LOL

 

Happy Birthday!!!!!

HAPPY 17TH BIRTHDAY TO JAELYN AND HAPPY 30 SOMETHING BIRTHDAY TO ONE OF THE BEST BROTHERS IN THE WORLD!!!

LOVE Y'ALL!!!!!!

Phone Dump! Pics from my Samsung Galaxy 3

I dont know when I did a phone dump last lol.

My phone died and I lost a LOT of my pics, so if you've seen these before...just skip lol

Love this jacket!

Tony and I go to all kinds of Games lol.

There is NOTHING like a Ribeye...medium. YUM
LOL y'all already know.

Had to make a trip to the school....Coffee had to come WITH me lol

Gizmoooooooooooo

Jaelyn the tennis player...

 

 LOL, anytime the kids ask me something crazy I show them this picture lol

Love getting pampered

Favorite perfume ever.

My serger had to go to the "hospital" and I took a class lol

LOL@ Jaelyn's shirt lol

Sooo we went to this wig shop to look for different types of hair for Jaelyns' pageant. Man. Listen. There was so much hair in this place! lol

I had the best Secret Sister EVER!!! I LOVE my mug!!!!

I've switched from coffee to tea in the mornings and I love it lol

Gizmmmmmmmmmmoooooooooo lol

I've been rocking the bantu knot outs.

Red velvet pancakes from I-h.op GET ON THIS. SO good.

Jaelyn did a LOT of baking...

Wait...is this real? lol

I got a new Ipad case lol. Me likey lol

I went to a dinner and it took FOREVER for the food to come out. Always travel with snacks lol

Accessories...

I saved the best for last! AIDENNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN He is almost TWO YA"LL!!!!!!

 

Pageant Time!!! 2013

I'll try not to type too many words lol. Just look at the pretty pictures lol

Pics with family:

Jaelyn and my Dadddyyyyy

annd Andre lol

annnddddd Marvin lol

With the siblings lol

This was too cute lol

Daddyyyy lol

Both girls lol

 

The stage was gorgeous this year:

She got 2nd place! Woohoo. She was so tired of taking pictures by this point lol

Here is her video lol. I was trying to watch her AND record so forgive me for the oops lol and the screaming lol

 

Adrienne's Little World...Video Edition

Time for another video!!!

I'm REALLY loving these lol.

I've become addicted to you.tu.-be it's insane.

I found a tag that is like a couple months old but I'm still going to do it so look for that soon lol.

 

Burda 7187...A Review

Diane Von Furstenberg Maxi Wrap Dress Sale Price $405.00

I fell in LOVE with this DVF dress when I saw someone in blogland wearing it a month of so back (sorry can't remember who it was) and I had to have one.

I initially saw this Burda pattern after working on a Burda dress for one of my clients. I have IGNORED these patterns but not anymore. I LOVE my dress. I actually have a print that is very similar to the DVF dress but I wanted black and white for this one. I WILL Make this again in the other print...and possibly a couple of solids lol.

Burda 7187

The wind was MAD disrespectful when I took this. Soon as Kayla snapped this pic, the bottom fell out lol.

Pattern Description: Maxi Wrap Dress

Pattern Sizing: 10-20 I cut the 14


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? I read over the instructions once just to make sure there wasn't anything tricky about it and it wasn't. Very easy, very straight forward, unlike the instructions in the Burda Magazine.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I loved the style of this dress. It is indeed a classic.


Fabric Used: Jersey


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I only shortened the sleeves.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS I plan on making this one a few more times. I really love it.

Conclusion: This is such a great pattern. VERY well drafted. Pick this one up if you like this style. It's a winner!

Happy 16th Anniversary

Happy 16th Wedding Anniversary to US.

I met Tony in 1993. This picture was taken in 1994. We've been FRIENDS FOR TWENTY YEARS. Let that sink in.

20 years, married 16.

I sit back and I think about all the things we've been through since 1993.

A lot.

I think about the times not even "I" thought we would make it. I'm sure he had those moments too.

Then I sit back and look at HOW we made it through each and every one of our trials.

We've made it through.I thank God for that. I thank God for making our friendship and marriage stronger over the years.

We are the best of friends. We enjoy each others company. Every now and then we aren't each others favorite person. We love each other but there are times when we don't LIKE each other at all lol.

Tony is my DUDE. He is the only guy for me. He is MY GUY. I love him and I like him a whole bunch :)

Looking forward to many, many, many, many, MANY more years together.

Peeking in to say helloooooooooooooooooooooo

I've been BUSY ya'll lol

When I tell you I'm sooooooooooo thankful for what God is doing!!! I truly am!

Here is the latest thing I've made. I LOVE this Cloche!!! Apparently so did everyone else because today I'll be making these for all the orders that were placed when I uploaded the pic lol

Want one? Order it HERE .

 

Bow ties for my guys!

I made these for my guys to wear to church on Sunday. Everyone loved them lol. I'm going to make them for my shop also. This is so much fun.

I used a bow tie that Tony already had and made a pattern from that and got started lol.

If you would like to purchase one, be sure to subscribe to my  mailing list and make sure we are friends on my Facebook page so you don't miss any announcements :)

I'm REALLY looking into Men's wear. Like R E A L L Y. I'm excited about it and so is Tony lol

Alright that's all for me! Have a great one!

It's 2013!!

Love doing quick video updates lol

Vogue 8808...A Review

I saw this dress in one of my magazines and of course fell in love lol

Tie Neck Cashmere Dress $899 on sale for $299.25

Vogue 8808

Pattern Description: Lined dress (close-fitting through bust) has collar, cut-in armholes, princess seams, back zipper and narrow hem.

Pattern Sizing: 6-14


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes

Were the instructions easy to follow?I didn't follow them lol

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? This pattern runs HUGE. Now I hardly EVER have to make any adjustments to my patterns. EVERY now and then. I don't know if that's a good thing or what but I can take it out of the envelope and just sew it.

This dress, was NOT that way. I NORMALLY cut a size 12 or 14 based on the finished measurements on the pattern piece. With this I cut the 12 and it was HUGE. Massive. The armscye is super low on this dress to begin with but it was WELL below my bra strap when I got to a point where I could try it on.

I ended up taking it all back apart and cutting it down to the size 8

Fabric Used: Knit

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I cut the back on the fold and did not insert a zipper. With my fabric choice there was no need to IMO. To get the look of my inspiration dress I didn't use the collar piece that came with the pattern. Instead I measured the length  that I wanted for my tie and folded it in half. I basted it down then attached it to the neckline of the dress and sewed it to the neckline.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I probably WILL make this one again in the longer length in the spring.

Conclusion: I love this pattern. It went together well after I got the sizing corrected.

This is how I wore it:

I opted for my sequin jacket and some teal booties I got from Just Fab to add a pop of color.

Here is a better pic of the booties. Let me tell you how much I LOVE these!!! I LOVE how they fit my ankle. I normally don't even wear booties because I don't like how they look if they don't fit my ankle well. These are FAB. Seriously lol. It was my first purchase from Just Fab but def not my last.

Simplicity 2053...A Review

First review of 2013!!

I saw this dress online a while back and fell in LOVE. I mean its SEQUIN lol

Donna Karan Sequined One-Shoulder Gown $2995.00

I loved the style of it and knew it would look great on me.

Simplicity 2053

I wore this the Friday after Christmas to a formal event.

Pattern Description: Misses' day to evening dresses in two lengths with bodice and sleeve variations

Pattern Sizing: 14-22


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? The directions were very easy. I only glanced at them once.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I loved this this pattern really resembled the inspiration dress.


Fabric Used: I used a pleated/crinkle coated knit. That's the only way I can describe it.


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I didn't add a zipper since there was so much stretch in my fabric.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I doubt if I make it again but I do recommend it if you like this style.

Conclusion: This was a very straight forward pattern. Well drafted, no issues.  I love that it gave me lines similar to the inspiration dress.

Soul Food...My Walk with God.

Spiritually this has been a great year. I've learned so much about myself.

Especially when we hit our trials.

I remember a time when things would happen and I'd look for someone to call. Someone to talk my problems over with. Someone who would just listen.

This year? That didn't happen.
This year I learned that praying about a situation can do more good than talking to anyone EVER could.

This year I learned that I'm stronger in God that I realized I was.

This year I learned that I'm still weak in some areas.

This year when the heat REALLY got turned up and I didn't know what to do, before I even THOUGHT about doing ANYTHING I got on my knees and prayed. I mean called out to God like never before.

This year I learned what "peace that passeth all understanding" feels like.

This year I leaned what God means when He says He is always with us.

This year I learned that FAITH is important.

This year I learned that TRUSTING God no matter WHAT the cirumstances are is the best thing I can ever do.

This year I learned that you can go to church every time the doors open and STILL not be where you need to be in God.

This year I learned that if you don't do anything, nothing will happen.

This year I learned that sometimes when life happens and you do feel heavy, you dont' want to pray, you don't want to go to church, you dont' want to trust God, its ok and sometimes you have to literally praise your way out.

This year I learned that even though people "mean" well, you just can not share everything with everyone.

This year I learned that people can be so afraid of being hurt that they hurt you in the process not even realizing what they are doing or what they have done.

This year I learned that when I can't depend on ANYONE, I can surely depend on my God.

This year I learned that jealousy is REAL and it will cause people to do and say things that are really unlike them.

This year I learned that you can't always share what God has shared with you. Not everyone "WANTS" to see God working in your life.

This year I learned that Gods will- WILL be done in your life. NOTHING can stop it.

This year I've truly learned the power of prayer.

I had a huge milestone this year: I read the entire Bible. I've never EVER done that before in all my 35 years and I'm super proud of that. I didn't read for understanding, I just wanted to read through it. Now I'll take my time and truly study it out.

This has been a good year. Full of ups and downs. I've gone through things I never in a million years thought I would have to go through. I've had to cut off some people who I thought were "for" me. I learned the hard way they were just "users". I don't need those in my life.

I'm really looking forward to 2013. I know God has a great plan for me and my family. I know our trials were meant for our good and I can't wait to see how God is going to work them out.  I KNOW He knows what's best for us and I TRUST Him.

That is it and that is all!

Looking for greater things in 2013.

Happy New Year Guys!!!!

I'm not perfect, just striving to be the woman God wants me to be. Keeping my life lined up with the WORD!

Phone Dump! Pics from my Samsung Galaxy 3 (PIC HEAVY)

The last phone dump of 2012!!

Made a BUNCH of pencil skirts. I saw that sequin look one in JcPenney lol. I was like whoohoo I made one of those lol

I was sparkly one night lol

We were in Bible Study supposed to be paying attention...Jaelyn was reading up on colleges and I was taking a pic of her lol

Gizzzzzmoooooooo

Kaylas pretty curls!



This pie was so freaking amazing. I mean REALLY. Everyone that tasted mine (almost everyone) wanted me to make them one for Christmas lol. Which I did lol. Made some good extra change lol. Click HERE for the recipe. Your life will never be the same lol.

Thanksgiving in a couple pics lol

My parents

Me and my mommmyyyyy

My boo!

Patrick's Ornament. Man we miss him so much.

I don't even think I reviewed this dress but I've made it twice. I LOVE it and it shows because I wear it all the time lol

Walee decided to let the kids put crushed up leaves on him :/

See! Thats the other version of the dress lol. LOVE IT.

Maaan LOOK. I LOVE these burgers. SO GOOD. If you are local find him and get one lol

Love meeting my fellow blogger/twitter peeps!!! It was great to hug Nerdgirls neck!

You not doing it right if you aren't recording the band on SOMETHING during the 5th quarter lol

They have THE best drummajors!!!

 

 Train them up

Gizmo got into the candy from the Christmas Parade lol. That is all.

Is that a yoga pose? LOL


The gift that brought me to tears. Like ugly cry.

Yummy

I love skinny jeans. I avoided the trend but they are super fun and not TOO young on me. I am 35 lol.

Jaelyn made an apron.

AIDENNNNNNNNNNNNN

Pinterest is addictive lol. Made these at my moms for Christmas morning lol

I made this dress but never got around to reviewing it. Maybe soon lol. Its Vogue 8667

Plaid, bright yellow, sparkle and pearls lol

My lil nerd lol

Man listen. I have NEVER liked the idea of stuff on my pancakes. Just give me syrup and butter but THESE. Man. THESE RIGHT HERE? Strawberry Cheesecake pancakes from Ihop? Sent from heaven. SO GOOD. I hate I missed out on the red velvet ones. If they EVER come back I'm going to try them lol

Jaelyn did a lot of holiday baking.

What is looks like when Jaelyn & I go to chick fila. #judgeus lol

Nice pretty pile of dresses I've made that had to be put away until the weather is warmer.

What jaelyn is holding is a puzzle ball/circle. If you just look at the body language of these pics...man it had me in TEARS. We were in the dentist office and they were trying to put it togehter. Aj got it as a Christmas gift from school. LOL, these clowns didn't get it put together until CHRISTMAS lol. It took Andre AND Corey to help. Talk about hilarious lol

My silly boy!

My mom put up a Christmas tree this year. SHE HAS NOT PUT UP A CHRISTMAS TREE SINCE 1996 lol. This was HUGE lol

Alright lol. Hope you enjoyed it! See ya with more in 2013!!!

 

2012 Sewing Year In Review

This was a great sewing year!! Let's get started lol

http://adrienneslittleworld.typepad.com/a_glimpse_of_me_a_peek_in/2012/04/simplicity-2250a-review.html <---This was my favorite dress for Jaelyn. It was a lot of work but the dress is just flawless. She loves it.

http://adrienneslittleworld.typepad.com/a_glimpse_of_me_a_peek_in/2012/03/mccalls-6307a-pattern-review.html <---This was my favorite dress for Kayla. She still loves it lol.

http://adrienneslittleworld.typepad.com/a_glimpse_of_me_a_peek_in/2012/05/butterick-4443-a-review.html <---This was my favorite casual type dress. I threw it on ALL the time lol

http://adrienneslittleworld.typepad.com/a_glimpse_of_me_a_peek_in/2012/06/simplicity-1873a-reviewagain-lol.html <---This was my favorite fabric. I LOVED this fabric when I first saw it and an old friend of mine picked it out. I STILL love this dress.

http://adrienneslittleworld.typepad.com/a_glimpse_of_me_a_peek_in/2012/06/mccalls-6558a-review.html <---This dress got a LOT of wear and will get a LOT of wear when it warms up again  lol. I love it.

http://adrienneslittleworld.typepad.com/a_glimpse_of_me_a_peek_in/2012/07/new-look-6130a-review.html <----This made me fall in LOVE with peplum stuff. I love that this is two pieces but it looks like a dress :)

http://adrienneslittleworld.typepad.com/a_glimpse_of_me_a_peek_in/2012/08/simplicity-1872.html <---as much as I loved this when I made it, it is now in a give away bag lol

http://adrienneslittleworld.typepad.com/a_glimpse_of_me_a_peek_in/2012/08/butterick-5613a-review.html <---This was my favorite skirt!!! Still is lol

http://adrienneslittleworld.typepad.com/a_glimpse_of_me_a_peek_in/2012/08/vogue-1241a-review-.html <--this dress is just gorgeous plain and simple lol

http://adrienneslittleworld.typepad.com/a_glimpse_of_me_a_peek_in/2012/09/new-look-6723a-review.html <----Ahhh what can I say about this one. It's GORGEOUS that's what lol.

http://adrienneslittleworld.typepad.com/a_glimpse_of_me_a_peek_in/2012/11/simplicity-2444-a-reviewbirthday-dress-2012.html <---My birthday dress made me want every dress in taffeta lol. I love it.

http://adrienneslittleworld.typepad.com/a_glimpse_of_me_a_peek_in/2012/11/leopard-mustard-a-little-knitting.html <--This was my favorite fall color combo!

http://adrienneslittleworld.typepad.com/a_glimpse_of_me_a_peek_in/2012/11/mccalls-6035again.html <---Favorite blouse HANDS DOWN!

http://adrienneslittleworld.typepad.com/a_glimpse_of_me_a_peek_in/2012/11/simplicity-1776a-review.html <---This dress get's most sparkly! I LOVE it. This dress was so fun and perfect for the party I attended!

 

http://adrienneslittleworld.typepad.com/a_glimpse_of_me_a_peek_in/2012/11/new-look-6000a-review.html <--- Of ALL the dresses I have EVER made, this is my favorite. It's classic. I'll wear this one for years to come.

 

I had a few misses. I'll do better next year lol

Do I have any sewing goals? Nahh not really. Just to continue to get better and better :)

Toodles!

 

Merry Christmas!

Praying that you all have a blessed day!

Sequin Sheath Dress

Kayla just HAD to have a sequin dress. She showed me one she wanted so I created this "replica".

She LOVED it.
This isn't so much of a review just showing my lovely daughter in her lovely dress that her lovely mommy made for her lol

Butterick 5811...A Review

Butterick 5811

Pattern Description: Lined dress has seam detail, fitted bodice, semi-fitted skirt, back zipper and slit, and stitched hem. Pleated, single-layer (wrong side shows) peplum has waistband, very narrow hem, and hook & eye closure.

Pattern Sizing: 6-14


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? This pattern is VERY well drafted and went together very, very easy.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? My daughter loved this pattern when it was first released.


Fabric Used: Shantung


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I don't know if my daughter will want this again but I do highly recommend it.

Conclusion:  Great little party dress. I highly recommend it if you like this style!

Thank you secret santa!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

OH MY GOSH!!!!!

I LOVE IT!!!!!

And it has my name on it!!! LOL

And I love all things personalized lol

And the bracelets!?!?

With the charm heart that has Philippians 4:13 on it!?!?

I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

 

I can do ALL things!!!

 

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!
I have no IDEA who you are either lol.

I was looking at the handwriting lol. I think it's Sam???? lol I dunno. That was my first guess lol

 

 

McCall's 6466...A Review

I saw this dress and LOVED it:

(source)

When I tell y'all something is happening to me lol. Someone called me prissy lol. I think I am lol. I've gone ultra girly/glam here lately and I LOVE it lol

 

Enter McCall's 6466

Pattern Description: Misses lined dress

Pattern Sizing: 10-18


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? I didn't really look at the directions until I got to the skirt portion. They were CONFUSING. I don't know if I was tired or what but I made it WRONG the first time. I ended up sewing ALL the pieces together so I had this one long piece of tulle. HORRIBLE lol. I then realized I was supposed to have FIVE different tulle skirts. It could have just been me but I really was confused lol.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? This style dress really looked like my inspiration piece.


Fabric Used: I used stretch velvet for the bodice and middriff and tulle for the skirt.


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I only used a lining in the skirt portion. I did NOT line the bodice or put in a zipper. I finished off the edges with FOE (Fold over elastic) and added a belt that I purchased. I also cut almost half the tulle off. It was WAY too long. I need to get a better picture. It's actually right under my knee. It looks longer on this picture.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I will NOT sew this again lol. ONe of this dress is enough. I would make if for a client if requested but I don't need another in my wardrobe.

Conclusion: I loved wearing this dress and got compliments all night :)

Let me tell y'all. I CLEARLY didn't think this through lol. I was up to my EYEBALLS in tulle. EYEBALLS YA HERE ME!?!?!? lol

 

And here is a link to the shoes but obviously I have the black ones lol

Thanks to Jaelyn for taking my picture. I made dresses for the girls as well so I will post those this week. Get ready for a week of sewing reviews lol!

Toodles!

Secret Santa

Sooooo...

It's secret santa time again!
I had sooo much fun last year I did NOT want to miss this year lol

Sooooo lol

Let me say I'm super crazy sleepy and I'm about 6.8  seconds from the bed lol

I love all things sparkly, monogram anything (ANM), nail polish, lip gloss, anything with a bow, itunes & amazon lol

That should make it easy right!? LOL

Ok this is FUN!

And goodnight.

I'll have better post soon. I've been CRAZY busy lol

Toodles!

Adrienne's Little World...Video Edition

Toodles!

The Patterns are V8858 and V8667 and the gift baskets are HERE

New Look 6000...A Review

I told y'all this was gonna be a review week lol. I was SO not kidding lol

New Look 6000

Pattern Description: Misses' retro style dress with front, sleeve and neck variations. I made view C

Pattern Sizing:
4-16

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? VERY easy. The pleats on the side confused me for a few minutes but once I walked away and came back they made plenty of sense lol.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I fell in love with this style pattern a few months back and I'm just not getting around to making it. I've made a LOT of garments this year and this HAS to be my favorite.


Fabric Used: RPL Tropical Wool from Gorgeous Fabrics. I THINK it's very similar to THIS. The actual name of mine was " All you need is RPL-Black" I purchased this is 2010 lol.


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? As much as I love this dress I don't think I'm going to make it again. This LBD will last me a VERY long time. I highly recommend it though.

Conclusion: I can't say enough about this pattern. I LOVE it. If you like this style HURRY and grab it.

Here are some additional pictures:

Side Detail

Collar

Cuff

A closeup of the buttons. I think I spent more on the buttons than I did on the fabric lol

Nine West Itgirl

I can't tell y'all how much I love these shoes!!!! lol

I even broke out my fur jacket lol. It was cold enough lol

Whew ok that's it. Special thanks to my photographer Kayla D! WOOOHOO lol She did a great job!

See y'all tomorrow with another review lol

Simplicity 1776...A Review

Umm wait..why can't I comment on ANY WORDPRESS BLOGS!??!!?! UGH

Ok, on with the review...

Y'all know I love ALL things sparkly and when I saw this fabric a few months back I HAD to have it!! No. Really I did lol. My next sequin item will be some leggings lol. YES leggings lol.

Simplicity 1776

Pattern Description: Misses'/Miss petite lined A-line dress has square or jewel neckline, short or 3/4 sleeve options and pocket variations.

Pattern Sizing: 12-20 I made the 12


Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? Very

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I loved this A Line style for the fabric I had in mind.


Fabric Used: Velvet backed sequin


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I cut the back on the fold so I wouldn't have to worry about putting in a zipper. This fabric had enough stretch for me to slip it over my head. I didn't do any finishing on it. I just made sure it was cut super straight. I didn't add any facings.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I like this style but I don't know if I'll make it again. I do recommend it if you like this style. My machine hated this fabric. I ended up using a denim needle and it sewed up like a dream.

Conclusion:  Great simple pattern to showcase some traffic stopping fabric. I got a TON of compliments on this at the function I was attending!

Vogue 1314...A Review

This will be a week of reviews lol

Vogue 1314

Pattern Description: Pullover, close-fitting, lined dress has draped sides and narrow hem.

Pattern Sizing:6-14
This pattern runs large. I went down a size. I think I could have made the 10 and gotten away with it.

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? Very easy.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I loved the ruching on it.


Fabric Used: Sweater knit


Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I didn't line it. My fabric was thick enough that I didn't need to.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I doubt if I sew this one again. I absolutely hate gathers but I highly recommend it. It's VERY easy and took no time at all.

Conclusion: Great pattern!

It's MONDAY!

Did you all have a good holiday? We did. SO much food but super good stuff lol.

I had this whole long post planned out but over the weekend I lost EVERYTHING on my computer. The GOOD thing is I have it all backed up online, it's just taking a LONG time to get it back to where it was. I can go ahead and get my pics but its a HUGE hassle so y'all get a post with no pictures lol.

Carbonite.com is THE BOMB and worth EVERY red cent. SERIOUSLY. No they didn't pay me to say that it's just the truth lol

There has been SO much sewing going on. WOOHOOO I know I have atleast 3 patterns to review for you guys, no wait...4. Maybe 5 lol. Yeah I'm behind on my reviews lol.

I also have some GREAT news that I won't share right now but I'm having to pinch myself to make sure I'm not dreaming lol. (NO I"M NOT PREGNANT LOL)

I found out yesterday that THREE people in my church are pregnant and all due around the same time. One lady is pregnant with twins!!! WHOAAAAAAAAAAA lol. Its about to be a lotta babies lol

My week is about to be JAMMED packed. I lost a LOT of time Saturday fooling around with this dumb computer so now I gotta play catch up. But instead of "working" or getting my schedule together, I'm blogging lol. Makes sense though right? LOL

I need this to be a good mail week. I'm waiting on client fabric to come in and I need it NOW.

Can I just park here a minute and tell yall how much I absolutely LOVE sewing for others? It amazes me that I love it as much as I do. Like I can hardly believe it myself.

Im not overwhelmed. I have set business hours and I do NOT work past those lol. Sewing for others allows me to be even more creative and it continues to build my skill. I'm doing things I've NEVER had to do on myself but I can do them and do them extremely well. I'm proud of me lol

Oh well I guess that's enough. Even though it's almost midnight I'm sitting here drinking water. Probably not a good idea lol

Y'all have a great day!
Toodles!

Just a little rambling...

I was really undecided about what to put up today. I still have a few items I've made that I could put up...

Or I could talk about what I'm doing next...

Then it hit me.

It's almost Thanksgiving.

Where has the year gone!?

This time last year we didn't even have a kitchen to cook in. Didn't matter. I didn't cry or have a come apart. I've learned to be thankful ALL year long. NOT just on one day.

THIS year however it's even more special to me.

My family has it's health and strength.

I have a kitchen to cook in (and baby its going to go DOWN LOL)

Even though life is happening we are all doing well.

I've gotten closer to God than I have EVER been. Truly leaning and depending on each and every part of the Word.

My business is doing wonderfully. Never in a MILLION years would I have thought that I would be sewing for others AND LOVING IT lol.

I know I'm just rambling but I'm super thankful y'all.

I TRULY am.

From my family to yours have a very Happy Thanksgiving :)