AW yourself, don't be shy.

[jag01]

After seeing the impressive work that rosesandpetals has done, and in another thread, some of you mentioned that you can sew, I'm interested in hearing what other skills and hobbies other people have. Is there a project that you have completed that you are proud of or what is going to be the next project you plan to tackle. Don't be afraid to post a picture to show off your skills.

[erbear]

I can chug a beer in 2.4 seconds.

Not what we are going for here? Dang.

[dizzycooks]

Lol. I use to have hobbies...and skills...now I'm happy if I can sleep. Although maybe later I'll aw my freezer. I've been working hard to put together some freezer meals.

[minerswife17]

I don't have anything to AW myself for but I'd like to AW my DH.

He got me another band for the other side of my rings for our 5 year anniversary. <3

[mamaalysson]

I am totally AW-ing because I am closing in on a project that has been like a year in the works. It may be the cutest thing I have ever sewn.

I am using an old drafting table of DH's for a playhouse for the kids.  


This is the front, and will hang down over the front of the table.  There will be a roof piece that covers the angled top of the table and hooks to the wall behind it.


Now we're inside.

This is on the wall opposite the door.

More following...

[mamaalysson]

Pillows will go under this window.  I'm not sure how much will actually show...I might add some birds or something.

A cozy fire across from the window.

This may have crossed the line to ridiculous.  A family portrait for above the fireplace.  I even managed to make DS' crazy spiky hair.

So, yeah, I sew.  Quilts, clothes, home dec stuff, and ridiculous felt creations.

[mamaalysson]

These also turned out pretty awesome.  The kids' Halloween costumes this year.  DS HATED his, but it was still adorable.  DD is still wearing hers on a pretty regular basis.

    

[dizzycooks]

3 potato soups
3 bow tie lasagnas
2 beef vegetable soups
2 Tuscan chicken noodles
2 tomato soups
2 beef stroganoffs
1 loaf cinnamon raisin bread
1 manicotti type thing
12 enchiladas

[minerswife17]

Awesome job dizzycooks

I was proud of myself for having 1 freezer meal but now I realize how pathetic I am.

[jag01]

I enjoy building stuff out of wood. I guess the stuff I build has a rustic/western style. I've built toy boxes, tv stands, picture frames, our bathroom vanity, our bedroom furniture set, that kind of stuff.

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[dizzycooks]

Jul 27, 2015 20:56:31 GMT -5 minerswife17 said:

Awesome job dizzycooks

I was proud of myself for having 1 freezer meal but now I realize how pathetic I am.

Thanks I've just up quite a repertoire over the years and it works so well for me during the school year. I just bought a bigger freezer so I have plans for about 24 more meals before I head back to work.

[lala]

I sew as well. I'm currently working on a new pool/beach/picnic blanket.

I haven't done much recently, too busy. I'm already thinking about this year's Halloween costumes. I have requests from each girl to be Mary Poppins but in different costumes. (one in the white fancy dress, one in the traditional nanny outfit)

Currently my biggest super power is going to the pool every day with kids.

[dizzycooks]

lala do you have a plan you're using for the blanket? I don't sew but with a good plan I could probably figure it out in my. Moms sewing machine.

[lala]

No, I just read a few tutorials that were similar to what I wanted. I am using the laminated cotton type stuff from Ikea for the bottom layer and using up scraps I have for the top. I haven't decided whether to just stitch it all wrong sided & turn it out or bind it like a quilt. I will probably add some kind of carrying straps.

A lot of people made super easy ones by using 2 tablecloths, one plastic & one fabric, just sew them together!

[lexus]

Jul 27, 2015 21:04:05 GMT -5 jag01 said:

I enjoy building stuff out of wood. I guess the stuff I build has a rustic/western style. I've built toy boxes, tv stands, picture frames, our bathroom vanity, our bedroom furniture set, that kind of stuff.

That's awesome! Since roses mentioned Anna White this weekend I have been pinning her plans for all sorts of stuff! We will see if I can actually make any of it.

[Kcthepouchh8r]

Jul 27, 2015 17:37:52 GMT -5 erbear said:

I can chug a beer in 2.4 seconds.

Not what we are going for here? Dang.

I could never chug beer because the carbonation bothered my stomach. My claim to fame in my younger, cooler years was funneling wine.

[fancynewbeesly]

Jul 27, 2015 20:50:53 GMT -5 dizzycooks said:

3 potato soups
3 bow tie lasagnas
2 beef vegetable soups
2 Tuscan chicken noodles
2 tomato soups
2 beef stroganoffs
1 loaf cinnamon raisin bread
1 manicotti type thing
12 enchiladas

Any good recipes? I should probably make some freezer meals before I go back to work

[dizzycooks]

I can post a list later they're all online.

[Rainyday]

I can't PIP unless someone teaches me.
Over the last few weeks my mom and I have been canning tons of jam/preserves.

Blueberry jam
Applesauce
Mixed berry preserves
Fig Preseves
Ginger Fig preserves
Peach jam
Habanero Peach
Habanero Gold Pepper Jelly
I think this week we are doing tomatoes.

[andrewsgal]

I taught DS to do this

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[mamaalysson]

Jul 28, 2015 9:13:18 GMT -5 andrewsgal said:

I taught DS to do this

Can he open it, pour it in a glass, and bring it to you?  ;-)

Suuuuuper cute, by the way.

[ashb62]

He's adorable, AG!

[andrewsgal]

Jul 28, 2015 9:18:51 GMT -5 mamaalysson said:

Jul 28, 2015 9:13:18 GMT -5 andrewsgal said:

I taught DS to do this

Can he open it, pour it in a glass, and bring it to you?  ;-)

Suuuuuper cute, by the way.

It's a work in progress;)

[rosesandpetals]

mamaalysson that's amazing. We should do this more. I love seeing sewing projects.