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So there was sewing...
I took my mock up apart and used it to cut out a load of pieces that I've now pieces together. Made sleeves of flowiness and put the thing on. This is the point when I realised that I had made a slight error. I had underused the seam allowance ( Read more... ) -
What I learned today - Size matters
75 cm might not seem that much, but as two hill walkers have proved it is the difference between a mountain and a really rather large mole hill. -
Not the best time to decide to look for your rivets...
So yes I said I only had one project left to do for Maelstrom. An easy project now that I've spent time thinking about it and working out how to remake my armour so that it fit. I even have a week in which to work...However I still haven't found my rivets. Trying to decide whether to let it stress me or not. Place your bets now ( Read more... ) -
Because General Korupin is a skinny begger
So I have actually managed to be organised for this Maelstrom and all, Yes that is right ALL, my sewing is actually already done. *Smug* This is of course ignoring the sewing of armour to trousers which I always do at events ( Read more... ) -
A pre hunt visit and an invite...
For those that did not read the declaration of the hunt I am planning on visiting quite a few National Trust properties this year to take full advantage of my membership card and also indulge my inner history buff.
I started this kick with a trip to Little Moreton Hall - Preempt from the hunt as it was too short notice and was a change for choccoweeble to ( Read more... ) -
Shhhhhhh...I'm hunting history...
1st of March is Open Season.
The Guide book is getting dusted off and my membership card is being put in pride of place in my wallet. My camera will be at the ready, and the camelpak is going to be put to good use.
The National Trust is properly opening its doors for 2008 and I plan to take full advantage. I shall also post an open invitation ( Read more... ) -
Visual writing and plotting courses you can't take
So I've been spending a pleasant day at work...not really doing much work. I mean there is only so much you can do to stretch 3 calls for 6 hours especially if all they are is password resets. I've also noticed that msn has less people on it on Sunday ( Read more... ) -
Bleeding Gums Murphy...What ARE they thinking?
So I'm having a night on my own with choccoweeble in Manchester for her cima exam and eating out afterwards. No doubt she'll want to be picked up during the one part of the evening I have anything planned. That is after all how life works ( Read more... ) -
Learnt Wisdom
1. No matter how witty you want to be, when you start to type you'll forget everything ( Read more... )