cleverly disguised as a responsible adult

I bought both the Moneta dress pattern and the Mabel pencil skirt pattern from Colette. I bought them as print-at-home PDF files.

So far, I like the pencil skirt pattern better than the dress pattern. Based off my measurements and their size chart, I made the 3x size for both garments.

Mabel - fits like a DREAM. I made version 3-the longer variation with the kick pleat in back. It's sexy and hugs my curves. I'm not planning on making the shorter versions of this pattern, since they'd be more like belts than skirts on my height

This pattern went together really quick and easy. The instructions were clear and simple to follow. A+ would make again and again

Moneta - FAR too big. I need to figure out how to take in the bodice without taking it apart. When I make this again, I'm going to stick with the same size skirt (it's comfy), but use a smaller size bodice.

I made version two - short sleeves with no collar. I'm not impressed with the assembly instructions on this one. Some if the pattern shapes lead to weird seams, which the booklet doesn't explain well. Same goes for the "shirt the skirt with clear elastic" procedure. Ugh. Next one gets pleated and we'll call it good.

Also, the pockets are weird and can only hold a Kleenex- anything more throws off the lines of the dress too much.

I still need to get a slip to wear under my pencil skirt, but Amazon has none available for Prime that are actually plus size. Bah. I also need to buy a new double needle for hemming - my first one broke with 6" to go on the hem of my Moneta. No pins or anything - one of the needles just snapped.

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Once again I promote the heck out of a henna event and get no one to come in. Boo. I did a lovely pattern on my shoulder and reworked a tentacle pattern on my leg. I also have worked through several sketches, so it's not a total waste of time, just disappointing.

Yesterday was filled with sick kids, mimosa, sewing, reading about Ragnarok, GW2, and sleeping in. Today was a super early wake up call, GW2, finishing the sewing project and now henna

In a bit I'll head up to JoAnn's and partake of their sale. Then I get to go back for laundry, sick kids, and maybe sleep.

I'm trying hard to remain positive and confident. I know I'm pretty good at this henna thing, but when I can't get people to stop in, it's a challenge to quiet the jerkbrain and be myself.

So, for no reason, have an octopus in a top hat

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I have purple/teal glitter tentacle nail wraps. Today is good.

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We went to the zoo today! They had some model trains set up in the visitor center. It was a truly splendid morning for it, especially since we got to see Au and her family! So fun!

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Day 19 of my captivity. The authorities continue to misunderstand my demands for humane treatment. Surely the powers that be would not have been so cruel as to place me in the power of those who do not speak a civilized tongue, but it appears to be the case. I will continue in my quest to educate them and sing them the song of my people.

Every time I pick this up, it gets just a bit crazier.

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1. Do something healthy every day. At a minimum, this means that I take my meds and use my light box. Exercise and cooking healthy also fall into this.

2. Do something with the creative side of my brain every day. I can sew, crochet, cook, blog, or work on game plotting. Video games and football don't count, but dance TOTALLY does.

3. Once a month, learn something new. More often is okay. Research for gaming counts, as do new crafts or brewing styles.

4. Do nice things for me. Get my hair or nails done. Steal an afternoon in my craft room. Read brain fluff comfort book. Things of that nature. Garden.

And, as always, work on being a good mother, wife, sister, daughter, friend.

These seem manageable. And should help me reach my goals.

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The costumes aren't homemade this year, but are very cute!

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Last night was the MBdA fall hafla. This pic doesn't have all the teal that I had on stage, but this gives a pretty good idea of the will-o-wisp look we went for. Lots of LEDs an EL wire completed the look

auryn31 is an amazing dance partner!

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Dude just passed me in the hallway -looked me in the eye- and very confidently said, "Hi, Emily" and walked away. What?

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