Thursday, December 24, 2015
Monday, December 21, 2015
Memory Lane Monday 4
Who: Original Design Dress
When: 2010
Where: Threads by Chantel
What: This is one of the first dresses I designed and it has also been my best seller. I have made versions in several colours and it was even chosen as a bridesmaid dress for a wedding. I have shipped it all over North America and I am super proud of it.
Monday, December 14, 2015
Memory Lane Monday 3
Who: Evan and Mia
When: Christmas 2012
Where: Bronner's Christmas Wonderland, Frankenmuth
What: We had brought the kids to see Santa a few times that year and I was unable to get a picture where both kids were looking at me and both happy. It was a Christmas miracle to get this beautiful picture of them together on Santa's lap. This is one of my very favourites. It was also a really great family weekend away in Frankenmuth.
Friday, December 11, 2015
Tuesday, December 8, 2015
Monday, December 7, 2015
Memory Lane Monday 2
Who: Evan
When: Spring 2009
Where: Greenway Ontario, in our backyard
What: It was one of the first nice warm days an we were outside playing in the backyard and taking some random pics. Jake was climbing the tree in the back and Evan wanted to as well. Jake picked him up and sat him on the lowest branch. I just happen to catch this photo of him looking up at the sky with the most angelic face. This is one of my favourite pics of Evan. It's hard to believe how much he has grown in such a short time.
Monday, November 30, 2015
Memory Lane Monday 1
Who: Me!
When: December 2006
Where: Ottawa
What: This is taken outside the Parliament buildings in our nations Capital. This is part of a statue of The Famous Five. Five Alberta women who fought for women rights to vote and be
appointed to the senate.
Why: Jake was in Ottawa for work and we took some time to walk around the city. We both love Ottawa. It is a beautiful place. Walking past this statue, it screams photo op.
Friday, November 27, 2015
Tuesday, November 24, 2015
Memory Photos
I love looking at old photos. I can spend hour, I never tire of reliving the memories. So, with that in mind I have decided to share some with you. Once a week I will post a pic along with a quick post of the who, where, what etc.... of the picture. Super fun for me and hopefully fun for you.
Today I was choosing some photos and writing some posts that I can't wait to share.
Don't forget to check back here on Monday and join me for Memory Lane Monday.
Friday, November 6, 2015
The Day Family Vlogs: Week 23/ Pumpkin Carving
We did some awesome pumpkin carving this week.
Enjoy!
Tuesday, October 27, 2015
Evan's Halloween This or That
Evan has been wanting to make a video so we sat down to do the Halloween This or That Tag.
Enjoy!
The Day Family Vlogs: Week 21 / Voting and Costume TIme
The weather was crazy this week. Jake and I headed to the polls to exercise our right to vote and I finihsed the kids Halloween Costumes in time for the Party,(which you will see in next weeks Vlog)
Friday, October 9, 2015
The Day Family Vlogs: Week 19 / Decorate for Halloween
We got our Halloween decorations out and the kids were having a blast. We also hit up the Halloween store for some inspiration.
Enjoy!
The Day Family Vlogs:m Week 18 / Collecting Chestnuts
Enjoy!
Saturday, September 26, 2015
The Day Family Vlogs: Week 16
We had a busy week. It was Evan's first full week at school. Mia and I staeted getting into a regular music practice routine and we attended Evans back to school BBQ. With all that goin on I managed to get a lot of sewing one. Yay me!
Enjoy!
Friday, September 25, 2015
The Day Family Vlog :Week 15 / Back to School
Evan is back to school and we are back to routine.
Thanks for watching!
Saturday, September 5, 2015
Friday, August 28, 2015
A Vlog Full of Threads: Week 13/ Niagara Falls and Evan's Birthday
New Vlog! We went Niagara Falls where Evan wanted to hit the arcades in celebration of his 8th birthday. Time flies when you're having fun. I also knocked the dust off embroidery machine this week to personalize some gifts for Evan.
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Friday, August 21, 2015
A Vlog Full of Threads: Week 12
Jake took the action can for a swim this week. Ever wonder what like floor of Lake Huron looks like? We also wen to African Lion Safari where Evan got to ride an elephant. It was such a great day. And how can we forget, Happy Birthday Jake!
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Wednesday, August 19, 2015
What's In My Bag
I know you wanna know what I carry around. Its in our nature to be curious.
What do you carry in your bag?
What do you carry in your bag?
A Vlog Full of Threads: Week 10 & 11
Since the busy summer has led me to forget to post last weeks Vlog on the Blog, you get 2 in one post.
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Thursday, August 6, 2015
Little Lace Dresses
A couple weeks ago we had Mia Baptized. It was a beautiful ceremony. I wasn't sure how she would react to having the Priest poor water on her head but she was an angel, and looked the part I might add. I have never made Mia a dress before, besides a Halloween costume, and was so excited to make her a lace and white gown for her big day.
While I was in little lace dress mode I banged out a couple of flower girl dresses complete with purple fabric flowers. Its so much fun to dress little people.
Out of the 3 little girls wearing these dresses I had one who wouldn't put it on, ( that was Mia), one who was so shy she didn't say a word and the other was so excited she just couldn't contain herself.
Definately looking forward to some more little poeple projects.
Friday, July 17, 2015
A Vlog Full of Threads: Week 7
Keep watching after the credits. There is the cutest clip of the kids.
Thanks for watching!
Sunday, July 12, 2015
Wednesday, July 8, 2015
Sunday, July 5, 2015
Saturday, July 4, 2015
A Vlog Full of Threads: Week5
We made it to the beach for a relaxing day and ....bubble tea. Have you ever had it?
Thanks for watching.
Friday, June 26, 2015
A Vlog Full of Threads: Week 4
Shopping at Farm Boy, my roses are growing, a startling car ride and editing problems.
Enjoy!
Tuesday, June 23, 2015
The Husband Tag
Its the husband tag where I ask Jake a bunch of questions and he answers as only Jake can.
ENJOY!
Friday, June 19, 2015
A Vlog Full of Threads: Week 3
Our weekly family vlog. Muffins, bubbles and pattern making.
Thanks for Watching!
Thursday, June 18, 2015
Town Crier
I always enjoy the opportunity to flex my costuming muscle and I was given said opportunity in the way of a Town Crier costume.
A client said she was going to an event and wanted to go all out. She had the jacket, hat and the ever important bell, and was in need of the rest of the outfit.
She left me with a few reference pictures and a colour scheme and the rest was up to me.
After a quick trip to Fabricland I found the perfect fabric on the "ends" table. I was able to score the fabric needed for $15. I love scoring a good deal for my clients.
The blouse was a thrift store find and fit perfect after adding a lace cravat.
I loved working on this project and what made it so much fun was the enthusiasm of my client. I feel truly blessed as I have worked with some really great people and I can add this lady to the list!
For all you makers out there, Does an enthusiastic client not make the work super exciting?
A client said she was going to an event and wanted to go all out. She had the jacket, hat and the ever important bell, and was in need of the rest of the outfit.
She left me with a few reference pictures and a colour scheme and the rest was up to me.
After a quick trip to Fabricland I found the perfect fabric on the "ends" table. I was able to score the fabric needed for $15. I love scoring a good deal for my clients.
The blouse was a thrift store find and fit perfect after adding a lace cravat.
I loved working on this project and what made it so much fun was the enthusiasm of my client. I feel truly blessed as I have worked with some really great people and I can add this lady to the list!
For all you makers out there, Does an enthusiastic client not make the work super exciting?
Sunday, June 14, 2015
Sewing Sunday:Pencil Skirt
Thanks for watching!
XO
Friday, June 12, 2015
A Vlog Full of Threads: Week 2
Our weekly family Vlog. We finally made it to the beach this week. It was chilly but a beautiful day. I also did some sewing...of course.
Thanks for Watching!
Tuesday, June 9, 2015
Saturday, June 6, 2015
Donation Haul
I received a donation for the shop. A bag of fabric!!! Find out what I got and let me know what you think I should make with my newly acquired stash!
Thanks for watching!
Cheers!
Chantel
Friday, June 5, 2015
Friday Family Vlog Day Week 1
I have started a weekly vlog! I will be posting every Friday, so please subscribe for all video updates on my channel.
Thanks for watching!
Saturday, May 9, 2015
Purple Challis
Finished this beauty and it is headed down south for a wedding. Made of rayon challis, as soft as silk and incredibly lightweight. I have a very happy client who can't wait to dance the night away in this beauty.
My client wanted a purple that looked really great with gold, so we set it off with some gold buttons.
Tuesday, May 5, 2015
Weekend Walk
After a long work week, we took our kids out for the first hike of the year on our local trails. We are so fortunate to have a beautiful conservation area and park very close to home. It's a great way for the kids (and the dog) to just run. Of course after walking for so long (as the kids puts it) we spent some time at the park so the kid could enjoy the equipment. They can't wait for the splash pad to open!
The Kid is always leading the pack. Note the jersey.
GO HAWKS!
LOON
JD, the Kid and little Miss
She wondered where the water was. Still too cold for the splash pad. :(
Father and Son
Caught a pic of the Loon taking off into the sunset.
Thursday, April 30, 2015
A Threaded Gift
A few months ago (yes months, im a little behind on the blogging) I reveived a wonderful surprisein the mail.
I had signed up with Whipstitch's Sewing Buddies group in January of 2014 and was paired with a fabulous lady from the United States. We emailed back and forth over the year and then this beautiful hand embroidered and personalized wall hanging arrived on my door step. I do not do hand embroidery and the work she put into this is down right amazing. I am in love with it and have hung it on the wall in my shop so all my clients can admire it, and they do!
Thank you Rose for such a thoughtful gift.
I had signed up with Whipstitch's Sewing Buddies group in January of 2014 and was paired with a fabulous lady from the United States. We emailed back and forth over the year and then this beautiful hand embroidered and personalized wall hanging arrived on my door step. I do not do hand embroidery and the work she put into this is down right amazing. I am in love with it and have hung it on the wall in my shop so all my clients can admire it, and they do!
Thank you Rose for such a thoughtful gift.
Work in Progress Wednesday
What am I working on?
I am finishing a custom gown. Purple challis boat neck gown with a cut out back. A few alterations are needed since its last fitting and then it's all about adding those finishing touches. I can't wait to share the finished protect.
Tuesday, January 13, 2015
Monday, January 12, 2015
$1.50 Thrifty Pillows
This weekend while my son was at his piano lesson I wandered into the Thrift Store down the street and looked around. I picked up a few little odds and ends, how can I resist a 50 cent candle holder? One little thing I got was a large square of brocade fabric found in a pile of table cloths. At $1.50 it was a steal and I was sure I could do something with it.
I have 2 throw pillows that have been taking up space. They had come with a bedding set I no longer owned and I wanted to cover them and place them in the living room. This seemed like the perfect project for my $1.50 piece of brocade.
If you are a thrift shopper, keep your eyes open to the possibilities of fabric use. Curtains, tablecloths, etc.. can be turned into something new and great.
Wednesday, January 7, 2015
Happy 2015!
Hello Everyone! Happy 2015!
I hope everyone had a fantastic holiday season. I had a very fulfilling holiday season. We had great family Christmases with my family and JD's family. We had a great visit with our friends for New Years and we had some much needed family time. With JD being a shift worker and the kid in school we are finding our free time doesn't always line up. We had 7 days of the 4 us spending all our time together. It was AMAZING!
Of course after all that family time we have now retired to our separate corners and are now back to a schedule. Being the New Year, YAY 2015, I have altered the schedule to better suit new plans! What new plans you ask? We are Opening, filling and maintaining a new Etsy shop filled with embroidered goods, I am wanting to do more video updates and maybe a few tutorials and tips will be in there, I have a scrap bin that is overflowing and in need of projects being made, I want to do more fashion sketching as I am in need of some serious practice because I (for lack of a better word) suck, I want to take some online courses..... I'm sure there is more but that is a start......and feels like a lot.
Before all of that starts my shop needs some organizing. The shop is always a catch all for the "Christmas Chaos", so when its all over I am left with a huge mess to clean up. It has taken me a few days to weed through the mess but it is finally feeling like a working space again. Whew!
So, Happy January! I would love to hear about your plans for this coming year so please leave a comment.
Happy Sewing
I hope everyone had a fantastic holiday season. I had a very fulfilling holiday season. We had great family Christmases with my family and JD's family. We had a great visit with our friends for New Years and we had some much needed family time. With JD being a shift worker and the kid in school we are finding our free time doesn't always line up. We had 7 days of the 4 us spending all our time together. It was AMAZING!
Of course after all that family time we have now retired to our separate corners and are now back to a schedule. Being the New Year, YAY 2015, I have altered the schedule to better suit new plans! What new plans you ask? We are Opening, filling and maintaining a new Etsy shop filled with embroidered goods, I am wanting to do more video updates and maybe a few tutorials and tips will be in there, I have a scrap bin that is overflowing and in need of projects being made, I want to do more fashion sketching as I am in need of some serious practice because I (for lack of a better word) suck, I want to take some online courses..... I'm sure there is more but that is a start......and feels like a lot.
Before all of that starts my shop needs some organizing. The shop is always a catch all for the "Christmas Chaos", so when its all over I am left with a huge mess to clean up. It has taken me a few days to weed through the mess but it is finally feeling like a working space again. Whew!
So, Happy January! I would love to hear about your plans for this coming year so please leave a comment.
Happy Sewing
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