A Shooting Essential

The kids are "napping" so I thought I'd steal some computer time to tell you about the shooting bags I made (instead of the high chair cover that I really didn't feel like tackling).

If you know someone who likes to shoot, these bags are an essential.

The bags can be used to prop up the butt of the gun or the barrel depending on who you are, how you shoot, barrel length, and how steady you can hold a gun while freestanding.

Back in the Saddle

After a short break/vacation to Fargo, North Dakota - yeah, the same place that movie was about (you HAVE to check out the Fargo-Moorhead CVB - they have the original woodchipper from the movie!)- I'm ready to get my game on. I decided I'm not going to work on the things already on my To-Do List, but thought a high chair cover would be a good next project.

Right now, we're using a Cosco Flat Fold High Chair. My biggest complaint is that it's hard to clean. In order to take the seat off to wash it, you have to unscrew at least 8 screws (and washers), remove the handles, and the first time I took it off, I had to rip some thread out of the nylon webbing so I could unbutton it. Seriously annoying. And then, after I washed it, the webbing shrank so it doesn't attach right on the back anymore. And you can't remove the crotch strap, which can get absolutely caked with nastiness, as can each and every exposed crevice on the thing (especially if you don't always use the tray).

I'm sure the package insert probably says "spot clean" or "wipe with damp cloth," but when your kid has a poop-splosion, pees, or spills milk or another stinky/sticky/greasy food or drink, the only thing you really want to do is get the dang thing clean.

So I'm going to make a cover. I'll spend some time tonight drawing up a plan of action (pattern) and figure out what kind of fabric to use. Maybe I'll test out the new camera we got for Christmas and put up a tutorial? We shall see.

Cheers!

Editor's Edited

Like I mentioned in the last post, I needed to alter a pair of my Editors from Express to fit. I used this quick tutorial and was able to make the fix in about 10 minutes from start to finish. I ended up putting on the pants inside out and having my husband mark the inside of the pants for me. He also marked where the new "fold" met the original seam. Sewing was quick and easy and I decided not to cut the extra fabric I took in, in case I ever gain the weight back. If you need to alter your pants this way, don't be scared. It sounds intimidating, but it's easy as pie.

I forgot to take pictures, but the pants fit perfectly and still make my butt look fabulous! I'll be pairing the Editors in Cool Earth with a dark pink/light pink designed shirt by Apt. 9 (from Kohl's) and a pair of deep plum heels. I'll also be wearing a black suit coat.

Wish me luck!



*UPDATE*  Didn't get the job...but I still looked fantastic and it was probably the best interview I've ever had. They didn't ask those dumb interview questions that I've gotten a lot of and never know how to answer (Where do you want to be in five years?) They asked creative, complex questions like the ones I would have had to answer if I'd been hired. Amazing interview, hands-down.

Creator's Block

Okay. I'm stuck. I have a list of things to make, but I don't know where to start and I'm not really feeling the 'itch' to make any of them.

Here's my current To-Do List:

• A travel tray for Katie so she can color/paint/eat/read on road trips (4.5 hours is our shortest).
• A crayon/marker roll to make traveling with tiny pieces of wax easy.
• A fishing game.
• A busy book
• Book shelves for the girls' room.

Which project should I work on next? Let me know by commenting on this post!

I do have a job interview on Tuesday morning, and I don't have any slacks that are small enough in the waist, so maybe I'll alter a pair and see where it gets me. All my nice slacks are Editors from Express. I love the pants, but I don't really have the cash to buy a pair that fits. I've never altered a waistband of a ready-to-wear pant and I would really HATE to end up ruining a pair. Only one way to learn, right?

Wish me luck!