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lilmammal!
Cute Little Heartbreaker Dress - Modcloth.com
I'd like to sew something inspired by this. I'd like to make it a bigger neckline: ballet neck style. I think I could sew lace strips on a mesh body. French seams to hide, since it is transparent. A beige lining sewn in, like in the Modcloth dress. I need to know how to do the neckline. I'd like to use stretchy material so that it is a slip on item.
https://www.laceheaven.com/default.aspx
lilmammal!
Just a space for me to keep track of my thoughts, ideas, and plans.
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Project Idea: Chinese pajamas for children
Something like this, but sized for children (particularly my niece!): https://www.folkwear.com/145.html
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Kwik Sew #3384 - Palazzo Pants
I think the Kwik Sew pattern #3384, "Misses Palazzo and Gaucho Pants Pattern", could make a good belly dance pant. Looks to be about $12.00 online.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Current Project
I am currently working on Simplicity 8588 circa 1969. This is what it looks like:
The muslin prototype construction is going very well! Straight from the pattern, it is a near-fit. There is a bit of excess in the bust and waist area, though I'm hoping when I get the casings and belt constructed, this will work itself out. If not, I'll have to do some altering. Also, the length is a bit long. It will be below the knees after hemming. When I make the real deal, I will probably shorten it by 5 or 6 inches.
I thought of some more ideas to use this basic dress pattern. Instead of a mock turtleneck collar, why not a simple rolled neckline? Also, instead of having a back zipper, why not make it a button front, like shirt dress style?
I like the way it hangs with the muslin. Originally, I was thinking of a thick wool-like fabric but now I am thinking something lighter might be nice.
Onward!
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Inspiration
Cute Little Heartbreaker Dress - Modcloth.com
I'd like to sew something inspired by this. I'd like to make it a bigger neckline: ballet neck style. I think I could sew lace strips on a mesh body. French seams to hide, since it is transparent. A beige lining sewn in, like in the Modcloth dress. I need to know how to do the neckline. I'd like to use stretchy material so that it is a slip on item.
https://www.laceheaven.com/default.aspx
What am I doing?
I am going to try to use this blog again. It will record things related to my personal interests. Nothing has really changed with the format, but I do have some new activities in my life.
- Dance - choreo ideas, performance recaps, video posts
- Make up - looks I put together, looks I like from other sites
- Textiles - projects I'd like to complete, projects I'm working on, inspiration from other places, things I'd like to learn, patterns I like, etc.
- Programming - Things I learn that I can use later
- Investments - Tips or lessons learned
- Fitness - goals, excersizes, etc
- Diet - vegan stuff, raw food research, recipes, etc.
- Whatever!
So it's totally mid-2010 now
But I did reach many of my 2009 resolutions!
- I volunteer twice a month tutoring GED students on math and reading.
- I give $60 in charity.
- I am now learning to sew.
- I maintained the belly dance lessons. For a while, I continued salsa and I learned bachata.
- I am reading 1-2 books a month.
- I broke my caffeine addiction. Now I only drink green tea and do not consume caffeine every day.
- I maintained my savings goals plus raised my 401k contribution to 8%.
- Currently I am successful at doing cardio 3 times per week, but that has not been a very successful resolution.
- I am not eating fruit for breakfast. I want to though. Currently exploring a raw diet.
- My entertainment activities have increased, as I've made many friends at dance.
- I did convince Brad to take a bachata class with me. It was fun.
Thursday, December 4, 2008
2009 Resolutions (draft)
Not in any order of priority:
- Break caffeine addiction.
- Maintain savings goals: $125/mon for stocks, max out Roth, 7% 401k, $400/mon short-term savings account.
- Take salsa lessons while maintaining current dance classes. Hopefully convince Brad.
- Learn to sew.
- Volunteer once a month.
- Eat fruit for breakfast instead of cereal.
- Do cardio at least 3 days per week while maintaining 2 yoga sessions and 1 strength training per week.
- Read at least 1 book/novel per month and more during summer (at least 2).
- Dontate $50 per month to charity. This may be less if husband adds to contribution.
- Increase entertainment activities and keep budget dedicated for this. i.e.: Go out twice a month
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Belly Dance!
Belly belly belly belly belly! I freakin' love it. I'm going into my fifth month of instruction and have recently upped to a second class. The more I learn, the more I love. Also, to better perform the moves I've begun taking yoga. There is some definite overlap there and they should benefit each other. Anyway, I've been obessesed with it. I've found music, clothing, additional classes, anything I can get my hands on.
Music:
Music:
- Turbo Tabla
- Balkan Beat Box
- Taraf de Haïdouks
- Muzsikas
- Istanbul Oriental Ensemble
- Ebay vedors: Sirik, Left Coast Trading
- Sharif Wear
- Flying Skirts
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Monday, September 15, 2008
OOP fundamentals in C#
// INHERITANCE //
public class ChildClass : ParentClass
// declare a class to inherit from another
{
public ChildClass() {} // constructor
}
// POLYMORPHISM //
public virtual void PolymorphicMethod()
{
// implementation goes here
// child classes can override the implementation
// b.c. of keyword 'virtual'
}
public override void PolymorphicMethod()
{
// used in child class to override a virtual method of a parent class
// by using keyword 'override'
}
// ENCAPSULATION //
public class MyObjectModel
{
// fields hidden from outside world by limiting scope
private string _Field1;
private string _Field2;
public void UpdateFields()
{
// class method updates private members
_Field1 = "Field1";
_Field2 = "Field2";
}
}
// ABSTRACT CLASS //
public abstract class MyAbstractClass
// abstract class can have 0 or more methods abstract
{
private string _Field1; // member variable
public string MyConcreteMethod()
// abstract class can provide concrete methods too
{ // implementation provided
}
abstract public string MyAbstractMethod();
// no implementation provided
}
public class MyConcreteClass : MyAbstractClass
// class that inherits abstract class
{
public override string MyAbstractMethod()
{ // implementation of inherited, abstract method
//(required)
}
}
// INTERFACE //
interface MyInterface
// interface must have all methods abstract
// and no member variables
{
void MyAbstractMethod1(); // no implementation provided
string MyAbstractMethod2();
}
public class MyClass : Parent Class, MyInterface
// inherits both class and interface
{
public MyClass() { } // constructor
public void MyAbstractMethod1()
{ // must provide implementation
}
public string MyAbstractMethod2()
{ // must provide implementation
}
}
public class ChildClass : ParentClass
// declare a class to inherit from another
{
public ChildClass() {} // constructor
}
// POLYMORPHISM //
public virtual void PolymorphicMethod()
{
// implementation goes here
// child classes can override the implementation
// b.c. of keyword 'virtual'
}
public override void PolymorphicMethod()
{
// used in child class to override a virtual method of a parent class
// by using keyword 'override'
}
// ENCAPSULATION //
public class MyObjectModel
{
// fields hidden from outside world by limiting scope
private string _Field1;
private string _Field2;
public void UpdateFields()
{
// class method updates private members
_Field1 = "Field1";
_Field2 = "Field2";
}
}
// ABSTRACT CLASS //
public abstract class MyAbstractClass
// abstract class can have 0 or more methods abstract
{
private string _Field1; // member variable
public string MyConcreteMethod()
// abstract class can provide concrete methods too
{ // implementation provided
}
abstract public string MyAbstractMethod();
// no implementation provided
}
public class MyConcreteClass : MyAbstractClass
// class that inherits abstract class
{
public override string MyAbstractMethod()
{ // implementation of inherited, abstract method
//(required)
}
}
// INTERFACE //
interface MyInterface
// interface must have all methods abstract
// and no member variables
{
void MyAbstractMethod1(); // no implementation provided
string MyAbstractMethod2();
}
public class MyClass : Parent Class, MyInterface
// inherits both class and interface
{
public MyClass() { } // constructor
public void MyAbstractMethod1()
{ // must provide implementation
}
public string MyAbstractMethod2()
{ // must provide implementation
}
}
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Firm stops with IBD stocks
Stops should be set to accept a maximum of 7-8% loss when trading any of IBD's top rated stocks. Rationale: IBD is tracking "big-dog" investors. When heavy-hitter investors start trading a stock, it can follow profitable channels. But, when they move on to something else, these IBD stocks often fall fast and hard without recovery. So, if the decline goes beyond 7-8%, it is likely to just keep going. GHM may be an example of this, as well as MOS, RRC, or KWK. Not sure if this is completely accurate, but it seems plausible.
We allowed a greater loss margin for GHM and ended up losing 11.5% on the trade.
We allowed a greater loss margin for GHM and ended up losing 11.5% on the trade.
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
One-month goal - starting 01 Sep 08
I know I can do this. I know I can! As long as I make myself do it for the month of September, I will be satisfied. Then if I feel like dropping some, I can, but not before.
- Mondays & Wednesdays - 6am Strength training class
- Tuesdays - 6pm Belly dancing class (yes!!!)
- Thursdays - 6am Krav Maga Bag training
- Saturdays - 10am Krav Maga Level 1 class
Crazy? Maybe. Possible? Definitely.
If I cannot stick to this schedule then I cannot justify paying for all three (gym, KM, BD).
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Recent notes
- Europe post is coming soon, but not here - I need to have my journal handy
- Mr Malcolm was born!
- Job recruiters who sound like frat guys on my voicemail do not get return phone calls
- Cranberries apparently make my stomach hurt and this was a sad fact to learn
- Since using baking soda and vinegar to wash my hair it stinks when I blowdry so I may have to stop
- Apple cider vinegar is an excellent conditioner despite the unpleasant odor (which goes away when my hair is dry)
- I am soooooo freaking bored at work
- I may go back to Quest in a month or so if they can pay me appropriately
- An offer with Unisys is vaguely possible
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
SQL - Searching by first letter of record example
To search by the first letter of a last name in a table called Contact:
SELECT * FROM CONTACT
WHERE SUBSTRING(LASTNAME, 1, 1) = @SURNAMELETTER
SELECT * FROM CONTACT
WHERE SUBSTRING(LASTNAME, 1, 1) = @SURNAMELETTER
Monday, August 11, 2008
Stops
I have to set stops from now on! I'm down over 16% on MOS. I should have tapped out around a 5% loss, tops. Damn it!
Monday, August 4, 2008
Life
- Went to the Radiohead concert last night with the Bowmans, the Taylors, and our friend David. Awesome show, excellent weather, great people watching.
- Signed up for knitting class which starts in late August
- Start next belly dance class tomorrow
- Started new strength-training exercise class at my gym. Can hardly walk because my hamstrings are so freakin tight. Going to keep with it though. Group fitness classes are good because I'd never make myself work that hard otherwise.
- In talks with old employer about coming back
- About to begin talks with Unisys for possible QA, home-based opportunity
Friday, August 1, 2008
Environmentally friendly draino
Enviro-friendly mixture to unclog a drain without unleasing toxic chemicals which may later polute our water supply.
From here:
Pour about ¼ cup of baking soda into the drain and then add about ½ cup of white vinegar. When it stops “bubbling,” follow up by pouring in a big pot of boiling water.
From here:
Pour about ¼ cup of baking soda into the drain and then add about ½ cup of white vinegar. When it stops “bubbling,” follow up by pouring in a big pot of boiling water.
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