tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post5292363248987687560..comments2024-03-21T22:00:15.368-07:00Comments on Communing With Fabric: Travel Wardrobe Review and Massive Catch-up Postshamshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06070023218199309005noreply@blogger.comBlogger48125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-66668719667985976832019-06-19T18:58:45.160-07:002019-06-19T18:58:45.160-07:00I recently travelled from Australia to Italy/Spain...I recently travelled from Australia to Italy/Spain and Morocco (8 weeks) with 18 kgs - leggings, lightweight layering t-shirts, dresses/pinafores (jumpers) plus a lightweight 3/4 raincoat - I hate hauling around heavy suitcases - see also Anne Whalley's blog for her travel wardrobe.Sandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11247223590980149872noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-62988387313198574122017-01-27T04:40:15.640-08:002017-01-27T04:40:15.640-08:00This comment has been removed by the author.King fabricshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10661810598125120761noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-91434044400573034832017-01-25T02:46:03.752-08:002017-01-25T02:46:03.752-08:00Good to know about these black Capri leggings. Hav...Good to know about these black Capri leggings. Have been using <a href="http://www.carbon38.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=pattern+legging" rel="nofollow">pattern leggings</a> for my aerobic classes and daily wear too. Very happy with them as they go with almost every dress and style and are very comfortable and flexible.Groomyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04636811880940056663noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-51947464608632850822017-01-11T21:31:08.469-08:002017-01-11T21:31:08.469-08:00Thanks so much, Fran!Thanks so much, Fran!shamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06070023218199309005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-22997834581100545192017-01-09T16:28:17.697-08:002017-01-09T16:28:17.697-08:00Such a fabulous post! Sharing your Paris travels a...Such a fabulous post! Sharing your Paris travels and wardrobe was just fun. Sharing your daughters and your holidays was generous and touching. I can see you share a wonderful bond with your girls and they have inherited your love of shoes. I am going back to re-read this post..so much to enjoy. The Best in 2017 to you and girls.Fran Ghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18334729643840462614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-77323764715196364432017-01-09T09:31:12.364-08:002017-01-09T09:31:12.364-08:00I know! It's really unfortunate that there'...I know! It's really unfortunate that there's no virtual video conferencing (VC) option, so that one could attend remotely.shamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06070023218199309005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-29863638955094946832017-01-09T03:37:25.004-08:002017-01-09T03:37:25.004-08:00Great post and wonderful recap of your year! I was...Great post and wonderful recap of your year! I was ready to sign up for the Florence trip until I came to the part about mandatory attendance at Canada College. :( Goodbye Valentinohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14486272703047522537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-38293998618266269752017-01-04T16:00:33.958-08:002017-01-04T16:00:33.958-08:00Thanks! I plan to sign up for the classes, etc. t...Thanks! I plan to sign up for the classes, etc. tomorrow morning as soon as the registration opens! Looking forward!!Lynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09139575189953583370noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-59333052627943246122017-01-02T16:05:38.978-08:002017-01-02T16:05:38.978-08:00Thanks, Liz! OMG, Prague!!! I'd love to go the...Thanks, Liz! OMG, Prague!!! I'd love to go there! There are just too many wonderful places to visit. Enjoy planning your travel wardrobe! I get a lot of joy out of the planning and sewing. :Dshamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06070023218199309005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-18978981071922635042017-01-02T14:44:16.314-08:002017-01-02T14:44:16.314-08:00I love your blog! I'm traveling to Prague in A...I love your blog! I'm traveling to Prague in April and you inspire me to plan out my wardrobe, and start sewing.<br /><br />Happy New Year to you and your girls! Liz Liz Karphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15325816399208804486noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-86473294579457588532017-01-02T14:27:54.902-08:002017-01-02T14:27:54.902-08:00Thanks so much for your kind words, Kyle! It's...Thanks so much for your kind words, Kyle! It's true that I put in far more time on my professional writing (and I try to be pithy and concise, which takes time). I don't spend as much time on my blog, but I still spend plenty! Only another blogger can appreciate the work :) If you want to see the latest doc that I published for work, here ya go: https://www.dartlang.org/guides/language/sound-dart<br /><br />Happy New Year!<br /><br />shamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06070023218199309005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-59232732058036146022017-01-02T14:13:00.650-08:002017-01-02T14:13:00.650-08:00Yes, say yes to the vest!!! I resisted them for a ...Yes, say yes to the vest!!! I resisted them for a long time, but now I have to make up for lost time! Happy New Year, Rhonda! I hope you've been able to enjoy the Mainbocher exhibit! I'd love to see it, but it's doubtful that I can get to Chicago before it leaves.shamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06070023218199309005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-36450570135764059932017-01-02T14:12:00.271-08:002017-01-02T14:12:00.271-08:00That's a wonderful resolution, Kathleen! I'...That's a wonderful resolution, Kathleen! I've spent much of my time off decluttering and organizing. The back of my van is getting full of donations and my garbage and recycling cans have been full for the last couple weeks, so I totally understand! And thanks!shamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06070023218199309005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-53998407865769061452017-01-02T14:08:41.418-08:002017-01-02T14:08:41.418-08:00Thanks, Sue! That's a Cat Bordhi pattern: htt...Thanks, Sue! That's a Cat Bordhi pattern: http://www.ravelry.com/projects/shamzi/anemone-hatsshamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06070023218199309005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-11094645939514011782017-01-02T08:10:52.172-08:002017-01-02T08:10:52.172-08:00WOW Shams, it occurred to me while reading this ep...WOW Shams, it occurred to me while reading this epic post that if you write like this about your personal life, your software documentation must be FABULOUS! Really fun to peek into your life. Loved your trip and that photo of you and Margie looking at each other while you cross the street--get that printed and framed!! Happy New Year!Kylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06074339341919661384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-63370030200470444252017-01-02T05:46:39.557-08:002017-01-02T05:46:39.557-08:00I have also become a big fan of vests. My husband ...I have also become a big fan of vests. My husband actually was the one to convince me that they are a great item. With no sleeves, I just couldn't believe that something without sleeves could keep me warm. <br />LOVE the painting that your daughter did.<br />Wishing you a fabulous new year!Rhonda Busshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03240737918954576573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-35761019337180184342017-01-01T12:35:52.789-08:002017-01-01T12:35:52.789-08:00Thanks so much for your posts, I love you letting ...Thanks so much for your posts, I love you letting us peek into your life - you always make me smile and laugh and be jealous of your brilliant fashions! And I've got to say "thanks" (or really guard my wallet!) about Clad In - but actually it's my new years resolution to wear and make only things I absolutely love! No more getting stuff that just hangs in the closet and no more hanging on to stuff that I can't wear, pass it along or donate it! So maybe clad in is going to be a happy new find! Looking forward to more adventures with Shams this year - Happiest of New years to you and blessings. Kathleen O'Brienhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03956774401841560481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-7519520740656514992017-01-01T12:08:59.913-08:002017-01-01T12:08:59.913-08:00Love the tendril knitted hat (among a lot of other...Love the tendril knitted hat (among a lot of other things). Is that one of your designs or is there a pattern for it? Thanks so much for your blogging. I read them all.Suehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05467177582858553185noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-25372852520852532582017-01-01T02:59:04.232-08:002017-01-01T02:59:04.232-08:00Thanks, Carolyn! I didn't buy much fabric in P...Thanks, Carolyn! I didn't buy much fabric in Paris - 3 or 4 pieces - so I didn't plan to do a round up. They will be showing up in the fullness of time. ;) I bought all of my fabric in the Monmartre district, which is a well known area filled mostly with little fabric stores, and one big store, similar to the Garment District. Good for you on underpacking! I can't say as I've ever underpacked! Happy New Year!!shamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06070023218199309005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-84908394222762291822017-01-01T02:55:38.399-08:002017-01-01T02:55:38.399-08:00Hi, Lynn! I'll definitely check out your Flore...Hi, Lynn! I'll definitely check out your Florence posts on your blog! As for Puyallup, how fun! I preferred the shorter classes over the longer classes, because I preferred the vendors, fashion shows, and socializing but, unfortunately, some of my favorite vendors are not returning: the Tiltons (so no Tilton fashion show or fabric booth), Diane Ericson, or McCalls/Vogue. Who will be there: Louise Cutting (she comes from Florida so she doesn't bring much fabric, but don't miss her fashion show!), Linda Lee, Peggy Sagers, Susan of Smuggler's Daughter, LoriAnne (she has a pattern line), Kai Scissors, Vogue Fabrics, Connie Crawford, Lorraine Henry, Michelle Paganini (of Paganoonoo upcycling patterns), so there are still vendors and speakers of interest to garment sewers. I also see that Anne Whalley (Australian image consultant who sews) will also be there for the first time. So, bring good shoes, lots of spending money, empty room in your suitcase, and have fun!!! (Also, sign up for classes early as they can fill up immediately.)shamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06070023218199309005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-68273173824743856292016-12-31T21:26:30.479-08:002016-12-31T21:26:30.479-08:00Thanks for sharing your conclusions with us! I ten...Thanks for sharing your conclusions with us! I tend to underpack because I hate to cart the stuff. The thing I was looking for was the fabric purchases in Paris so while I saw some pics there were no detailed shots of fabric or fabric stores, may we expect this!?!<br /><br />Christmas Eve with the girls is awesome as usual! Happy New Year!!!Carolyn (Diary of a Sewing Fanatic)https://www.blogger.com/profile/02204627216540667980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-64277804574135746992016-12-31T15:59:43.205-08:002016-12-31T15:59:43.205-08:00Thanks for the "catch-up" post, Shams! ...Thanks for the "catch-up" post, Shams! I loved seeing your travel wardrobe. You've inspired me to write more about my fabric shopping in Florence in October 2016. Please visit my blog at:<br /><br />diaryofasewciopath@blogspot.com<br /><br />I'm excited to think about your visit to my favorite city next June, and I'll be thinking about a warm-weather wardrobe for you. I generally go in April and October, although I was there once in August, so can relate.<br /><br />My next travel destination is Puyallup in March, and I have a lot of sewing to do! Any advice for me?Lynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09139575189953583370noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-33992832578363800242016-12-31T10:31:43.484-08:002016-12-31T10:31:43.484-08:00Thanks so much, Connie. Happy New Year!Thanks so much, Connie. Happy New Year!shamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06070023218199309005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-72276899403312822262016-12-31T10:31:26.930-08:002016-12-31T10:31:26.930-08:00Thanks, Beth! Your philosophy fits especially well...Thanks, Beth! Your philosophy fits especially well with your love warm weather destinations! For me, a huge part of my joy in a trip is in the planning. Happy New Year!shamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06070023218199309005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4920875739028519515.post-10415053581275188842016-12-31T10:29:31.465-08:002016-12-31T10:29:31.465-08:00Thanks so much, KS! Happy New Year to you and your...Thanks so much, KS! Happy New Year to you and yours!shamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06070023218199309005noreply@blogger.com