I want to thank each of you for your kind birthday wishes!
I don't know for how many more birthdays I will be able to play with the kids – who knows where they might end up post college. So I will enjoy it while I can.
We first ran to Fabrix for a piece of birthday fabric. DD2 quickly discovered a polka dot brocade. Only 1-1/2 yards was left, and it may end up as an overnight bag.
The reverse side of the brocade is shown on the left. The fabric is photographed with something I gave myself. I ordered the latest Alabama Chanin book, which was waiting for me at the end of the day.
We then went to North Beach (Little Italy) and behaved like tourists.
We started with cappuccinos and biscotti and then proceeded to eat our way through North Beach.
We enjoyed the shops and ambiance of the neighborhood. The most interesting boutiques are closed on Monday, which saved me from any temptation, but I peeked in plenty of windows. This gate belongs to a very cool jewelry store.
And, I should mention, that today featured our typical chilly, coastal, windy, summer-in-San Francisco weather, so warm clothing was the order of the day.
I have three garments completed that I want to blog about. I have not yet taken pictures. Hopefully I can trot these out over the next few days, once I get some photos taken.
Glad to hear you had such a good day. I will be interested to find out what you think of the book
ReplyDeleteSounds like it was a completely wonderful day! I broke down & bought that book and have been drooling over it ever since - it was so awesome for Natalie to share so much of her design & construction secrets with the sewing world - can't wait to hear what you think of it!
ReplyDeleteWhat a delightful sounding day! And you look tres elegante, toe to head :)
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ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday shams!! I'm so happy you had a wonderful day with your daughters. Sounds like a very lovely day was had, eating and chatting, and shopping for fabric. :) Sending you a virtual birthday hug.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun day! Glad you had such a lovely time together.
ReplyDeleteSounds perfect. Daughters are fun. I have 2 as well. 18 & 21. Both at home. No men. Even the cat is a girl. But I am one year older
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun day. Sounds like you 3 ladies had quite a happy day! And, oh, how that cool weather sounds so inviting! Send some my way!
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday (now belated)! How wonderful that you could have a fun-filled day with your daughters.
ReplyDeleteHappy Belated Birthday! So happy that you had a great / fun day with your daughters.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy those days with your daughters, they do go quickly. My 2 children are in other states and for the first time in several years I was able to spend my wonderful daughter's birthday with her but not mine.
ReplyDeleteConsidering the heat wave we've had here, I really love your summer finery! The hat is a great look for you.
Happy Belated Birthday Wishes, Shams! Yes, definitely spend time with your kids while you can. They will be too deeply immersed in their own lives soon enough. ;)
ReplyDeleteSounds like the perfect day...I'm drooling over your birthday goodies.
ReplyDeleteBelated happy birthday, Sharon! How wonderful that you realize your blessings now and are able to enjoy them. You have some great times coming... grandchildren, weddings, ect. I know your sewing skills will get a workout!
ReplyDeleteYour girls look like they've inherited some style tips from mummy. Belated birthday wishes and many more!
ReplyDeleteI picked up that book as a souvenier on my recent holiday. It's FABULOUS.
ReplyDeleteI can't believe you're wearing long pants and a cashmere jacket in July. I'm barely breathing in shorts and a tee, and it's only in the 80s outdoors! If it weren't for the 'quakes, my overheated body and I would move out there for good!
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