This Pretty Aqua Vendor Apron is Back in Stock

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This pretty little apron sold out in one fell swoop when a catering company down in Texas bought all six.  Well, I was finally able to find a bit more of the contrast fabric!  So, as of today, there are a few more available here

 

Once these are gone...I'm afraid there will be no more.  Enjoy this refreshing, simple beauty while you can!

Tag Sale Chair Makeover

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I couldn't find the chair I wanted for the bedroom...so, I up-cycled this old beater! $5.00 yard sale chair + $12.00 in paint and fabric...voila! $17.00 chair for my hubby to pile his clothes on :)

New Aprons Today!

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After all that raving about chevron, I figured I better put my sewing machine where my big mouth is.  So without further ado...here are my latest apron creations. I am SO in love with this chevron print (this is the medium 2 inch pattern) by Riley Blake Designs. 

First, I paired it here with some leftover honey gold fabric I had on hand, but the possibilities are endless!

And then for a new twist on my vendor apron pattern...paired with the "Delighted" geometric floral pattern in red (also Riley Blake.)

I only have one of each in the shop right now, but I'll have several in the shop in the next week or so...enjoy!

P.S.  More chevron fabric in different colors and sizes will be arriving at my door soon :)

Wild About Chevron...

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I am definitely a sucker for pattern… mod, (geometric especially) traditional & eclectic. I love just about any fabric with a great pattern.  So, it's no surprise that I'll be jumping on the chevron bandwagon.  I'm just wild about all the chevron patterns popping up all over the place. While it's nothing new, the chevron has seen a surge in popularity and has been trending for a while now. So, when I received a sample of the new collection from Riley Blake Designs, I was twitterpated so say the least! I was also VERY pleasantly surprised by the quality and weight of the 100% premium cotton fabric--no skimping on quality here.

I've already made up a cute little apron using the aqua pictured above (I'm waiting on some new photo light bulbs, then I'll post a pic.) I liked it so much that I've ordered a bolt, and I should have the new apron in the shop by next week.

In the meantime, here is a collection of my favorite chevron finds:

1. Fun NurseryWall  2. Teal Pillow 3. Wide Stretch Bracelet  4. www.jcrew.com  5. Table Runner 6. Cookie Tutorial  7.  Cookie Sheet/Tray 8. Wool Skirt 9. Dresser Make Over

Back in the saddle...a.k.a...the revival of an apron!

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And here she is...

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I FINALLY got a chance to sit down at the sewing machine today--whew! This apron sold out over Mother's Day and I've had a  very tough time getting  much sewing done this summer. The sun is shining, my veggies are growing, my house is kind of clean and my hand/thumb/wrist is about 75% functional. (Hooray for opposeable thumbs!) I'm SUPER appreciative of the patience of those of you who have been waiting for me to get to this beauty back in the shop--your apron(s) are officially in the mail :) I HAVE been reorganizing my creative space/sewing room/sometimes guest room--yikes, what a job.  Once I get the tornado cleaned up, I'll post photos of the update.  So far, so good though...no swearing today as I worked :)

Make it a great day...or not...the choice is yours!

New Apron in the Shop Today!

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Well, it's officially been 10 very long weeks since my thumb/hand surgery, and (drum roll please)...I'm finally back at the sewing machine.  Although I must admit, it's a bit slow going.  It's taking me a lot longer to get things done these days, but the healing continues and things are moving better and better each passing week.

Probably the worst part of this whole process has been having fabric arrive in the mail--seeing it--loving it--and having to wait, wait, wait to play with it.  That sure was the case with the fabric on this latest Vintage Style apron in the shop.  It's made from Kate Spain's latest fabric collection  "Serenade" for Moda.  This particular print is called "Autumn Thistle" and I LOVE it.  It's got an awesome pop of all the bright colors that I love--orange, blue and green in a geometric thistle pattern. I paired it with a coordinating gray fabric on the neckline and pockets, since the gray trend seems to be here to stay! Since this fabric arrived while I was still in a cast, I was thrilled to have it be the first bolt I went to when my thumb started opposing again :)

Someone once asked me, "How do you choose the fabrics for your aprons?"  Well, being an avid cook, gardener, and house cleaner...my first thought/requirement when falling in love (with a fabric, of course) is most likely..."What color stains will not really show up when I spill/splatter/splash them on this fabric?"  Sad but true--I wear aprons not just because they are pretty, but because I am one messy gal.  So, this new apron will do very nicely when whipping up a batch of fresh pesto, or a few jars of apricot jam.

Make it a great day, or not...the choice is yours!

Lovely and Lucious Kiwi Lime

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A little something for everyone in this collection...

This, That and the Other...a.k.a. Birth of a Blog

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What to say in the first entry of a blog? How the heck do I know? I’ve finally bowed to the peer pressure, and here we are.  If you purposely clicked over to this page, you probably want to know a bit about the person behind Terrace-Hill.  Or, if you’re not sure how you accidentally got here, and are now trying to find a way out, may I suggest Pinterest (you’re welcome.) First off, I’m a seasoned homemaker, having been married for nigh on 29 years. So, you ask, “What does that even mean?” Well, it means that I’ve learned a lot along the way.  Below is  a list of my job skills/qualifications:

• Keen resourcefulness that comes from being “poor college students” in the early years

• The patience of Job having raised a son and a daughter to adulthood, only to realize that there is no retirement plan! 

• Accepting of the sad fact that the “warranty on my parts” wore out about 10 years ago—and my “welcome to almost turning 50” party was celebrated with hand surgery for osteoarthritis—not a cake in sight—dang it

• Certificated (or certifiable) in the following areas: master gardener, chef, food preserver, home/office/life organizer, wedding planner (not on purpose,) counselor, bookkeeper, tax preparer,  home decorator, do it yourself-er, medical triage officer…geez,  this is depressing—enough already! 

•  Married for longer than 10 celebrity couples I can think of off the top of my head—combined!  I’m still crazy in love with my husband, he’s pretty terrific, and only occasionally bugs me—mostly because he’s so low key and nothing bugs him!

•  Highly developed sense of humor (survival skill) and using laughter for medicinal purposes.

So, now I spend my days two ways:  

Most months I teach wonderful elementary school students, each of whom is dealing with their own special learning style. For some reason, these non-typically developing children make my world go around.  I just LOVE them.  I love how hard they work to overcome an educational system that struggles to support them.  I love being a witness to the “light” going on in an academic or social situation. Seeing the transformation when they realize that they ARE going to be able to understand a concept—it may just take a bit longer and a more creative approach. There’s a special place in my heart for families living with Autism.  I hesitate to pick favorites--but I must say that from Kindergarten through the 8^th grade, hands down, my students on the Autism Spectrum totally rock my world!

Next, when I get home from school, I get started with the various aspects of designing, pattern-making, cutting, sewing and running of a handmade vintage style apron business called Terrace-Hill in my bright little home office/studio.  My creations have traveled to far flung parts of the globe, where they're admired and used by people with varied backgrounds and cultures. That is pretty cool, if you ask me.

So, that’s my life in a nutshell. I’ll close with one of my favorite mantras…make it a great day—or not, the choice is yours!