Ditto ❤

Oh my goodness, Nancy! It hit me like a slap in the face. I love the idea of keeping a running list of what I need to add/replace in my wardrobe. I've been thinking about my wardrobe (actually, my lack of a wardrobe) for a couple of weeks because I realize I have clothes, but not a wardrobe! I decided to make that my sewing plans for 2025 (did I just stay 2025? - wow, time is flying by!). Thanks so much for your suggestion!

Thank you for the nice compliment, Joann! I'm just trying to figure out things as I go along. I realize that sewing - the actual construction part of it - isn't difficult at all. It's those darn fitting issues that I have problems with. Plus, I just don't know how to fit and what to wear with my now 62 year old body!

Thanks Renee!❤️

Thanks, Izzy. I think the Wexford top would be a great pattern for the merino wool. Plus, I don't have to buy a new pattern!

I'm trying to keep things simple this year! 🎄🎄

Thank you, Katinka!🌞

Thanks for the sweet comment - I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

Hi Zelda! I had my colors done through "Color Guru". they have to take a couple of pictures in good lighting and then come back with a color palette for you. I think they really take a lot of pride in what they do because they emailed me and asked for additional pictures in different lighting. And I think they did a great job. I've been wearing colors that I didn't think were meant for me, and they actually look great with my hair, eyes, and skin color! They're a bit expensive, $125 I think, but for me it was worth it. Take care, and I hope you and your family enjoy the holidays!!

Thanks, Lorraine! And the Lions won - yay! I hope you're not a Green Bay fan 😦

Thanks, Kim. I agree with you. I thought my daughter did an excellent job.

I agree, Renee!❤️

Hi Linda! You are so kind. I appreciate that!

Hey there! Glad to hear you're on Santa's "nice" list this year and are getting new machines! How exciting! Yes, I have Bernina sewing machines and a Babylock serger, cover stitch, and embroidery machine. As much as I love my Berninas, I find them to be a bit persnickity from time to time. And I've heard that about the brand from several sources so I know it's not just me. The front load bobbin isn't as easy as the top loading bobbin machines either. If I were to buy another sewing machine, I would probably look at Babylock or Janome. I don't think I would buy another Bernina. As for the Babylocks, I love them and would definitely buy them again. They have a great automatic threading system and I've never experienced any issues (or sensitivities) with any of the machines. I probably use my serger more than any machine I own. I've had it over 4 years and have never had an issue with it. Hope you find my opinion helpful.

@ THANK YOU!! Yes, your response definitely helps! A detailed, honest answer….I really appreciate it! Merry Christmas!!

😊Thank you! I'm excited about making them too!

Thank you Lorraine!

Lol - how did the cookies turn out?

Thank you, Zelda. My husband loves it too!

Thank you! I think those colors will go great with a black pair of pants!

Thank you Karol. It was surprisingly simple to make. I want to give that pattern another try!

I've been wanting to work with velvet for a while! I don't know if I'll have enough for a whole dress, but I'm going to try and fit the pattern on what's left!

Thank you, Julie.

Yeah, wouldn't it be nice if we could just all do without the gifts and just hang out with family!

That sounds so wonderful Helga ❤️I hope you have a warm and wonderful holiday season!!

Thank you so much! I'll be following your Vlogmas journey too! I think we as women and wives and mothers put so much stress on ourselves because we want to do so much for our families. But really, all they want is for us to be happy!

Don't get me started, Karen! I'm sure it would take months and months of therapy to get to the root of why I stress myself out so much at Christmas. But here's to both of us being mindful and not letting things get to us!

Without the belt.