tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post5970266891991450509..comments2024-03-29T09:48:23.716+00:00Comments on Diary of a (retired) teacher: MondayJoyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16116524003944939298noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-25469710827562186962020-04-07T05:37:06.536+01:002020-04-07T05:37:06.536+01:00Thanks very much. I like the square neck too - it...Thanks very much. I like the square neck too - it's just that little bit different and it does sit well - the sign of a well designed pattern.<br />I hope your week goes well too.<br />xxJoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16116524003944939298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-77950357515003563092020-04-07T05:35:59.330+01:002020-04-07T05:35:59.330+01:00I'm glad it looks good - there are some little...I'm glad it looks good - there are some little gathers where it should be smooth - just a few but . . . never mind, I guess they are not noticeable!<br />If it's for patchwork pieces, I could send you some . . . how can I get it to you?<br />xxJoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16116524003944939298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-49398392396568710002020-04-07T05:34:17.569+01:002020-04-07T05:34:17.569+01:00You are so gifted in what one might call 'craf...You are so gifted in what one might call 'craft sewing' though. It's great that people think it looks good, really lovely, because I'm only just back into sewing clothes after decades on now. I think Mum would be thrilled - she was so amazing and made her own suits, coats, etc, as well as simpler stuff. And thank you.<br />xxJoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16116524003944939298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-46172688926323058332020-04-07T01:41:04.506+01:002020-04-07T01:41:04.506+01:00That is a very pretty blouse. I too like the squar...That is a very pretty blouse. I too like the square neckline. 😊<br /><br />Have wonderful week, Joy. Nil @ The Little House by the Lakehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05812637017406376233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-58768322590387978042020-04-06T23:13:57.815+01:002020-04-06T23:13:57.815+01:00Hi Joy - your sewing is so neat - the set in sleev...Hi Joy - your sewing is so neat - the set in sleeves look perfect to me. I could use the fabric if you don't need it but don't worry if you are using it for patchwork yourself. The rose design is similar to some I have in pinks and peaches from my daughter's wedding bunting, I was thinking a little bit of blue might be nice but there again it may not!<br />I have been so busy recently that my exercises have taken a back seat and I need to get motivated again. xwherethejourneytakesmehttps://wherethejourneytakesme2.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-57085444920135558462020-04-06T22:06:29.577+01:002020-04-06T22:06:29.577+01:00That top looks pretty darn amazing to me. I reall...That top looks pretty darn amazing to me. I really like a square neck on a top but am not in the slightest bit accomplished at sewing clothes. I do like a dabble though.Cheriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01049568808770731003noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-16521662264458742542020-04-06T20:23:24.476+01:002020-04-06T20:23:24.476+01:00What a good idea to make individualised pillow cas...What a good idea to make individualised pillow cases amd the face masks couldn't be more useful right now, could they?<br />I'm really enjoying getting back to sewing after so many years.<br />I hope your day was good too.<br />xxJoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16116524003944939298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-5718149794087207582020-04-06T18:14:31.288+01:002020-04-06T18:14:31.288+01:00Hi Joy: I never get tired of your photos! I so adm...Hi Joy: I never get tired of your photos! I so admire your ability to sew. I am sewing a bit, made two face masks for my husband and I and I am looking through fabric to see what else I can make. I found fabric I had forgotten about for pillow cases so I think that will be my next project! Do take care and enjoy your day!Debbie Styles Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05924407558451218174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-6737256297416635172020-04-06T16:25:09.549+01:002020-04-06T16:25:09.549+01:00I think you'll be really glad that you devoted...I think you'll be really glad that you devoted time to the garden now. It will pay dividends later on as well as getting you out in the fresh air.<br />xxJoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16116524003944939298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-88967812162260701002020-04-06T15:12:22.003+01:002020-04-06T15:12:22.003+01:00Love the top, very nice and you seem to be keeping...Love the top, very nice and you seem to be keeping busy, I 'm struggling a bit to focus, altho done loads in the garden.Christinehttp://www.perhapslivingthegoodlife.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-3861931465520653662020-04-06T10:48:54.273+01:002020-04-06T10:48:54.273+01:00The pattern, as it is, is just a bit too short for...The pattern, as it is, is just a bit too short for me. I am thinking that if I lengthened it even more, it would make a nice, simple dress. I'm pondering on that. I wish I'd bought more of that nice fabric from John Lewis - that would have been perfect for a dress.<br />Oh, well . . .<br />Enjoy your play.<br />xxJoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16116524003944939298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-36532206370456040842020-04-06T10:46:38.234+01:002020-04-06T10:46:38.234+01:00It's challenging. I do what I can and adapt t...It's challenging. I do what I can and adapt the rest. Hope you enjoy it as much as I do.<br />At first, I ached rather afterwards.<br />And have a good Easter Holiday.<br />xxJoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16116524003944939298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-10683272056008402592020-04-06T10:20:19.741+01:002020-04-06T10:20:19.741+01:00I'm glad you enjoyed the James Corden play. I ...I'm glad you enjoyed the James Corden play. I watched a Peter and the Wolf ballet yesterday and am hoping to find a Shakespeare play to watch tonight.<br /><br />I think I prefer the v neck but do like the longer length.<br /><br />Hope you have a good day xEileen Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06340398156618870705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-78567761815402186802020-04-06T08:28:13.793+01:002020-04-06T08:28:13.793+01:00Morning - I love the square neckline. I have the c...Morning - I love the square neckline. I have the correct scaffolding applied and I am waiting for the exercise to begin and I will do as much as I can! Which is probably a lot less than I anticipate - but baby steps!Rachel Flowershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17875808936389030446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-24643772534727564042020-04-06T08:20:14.145+01:002020-04-06T08:20:14.145+01:00It is very complex, isn't it? I only know a b...It is very complex, isn't it? I only know a bit from my work as a SENCo but the bit I know (or knew) was more than enough for me!<br />I agree about the square neck, it's very nice. The pattern has another neck, a low 'oval' shaped neck which I'll probably try at some point. It looks quite flattering.<br />xx Joyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16116524003944939298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-42252372956746007902020-04-06T08:05:23.552+01:002020-04-06T08:05:23.552+01:00Like the top I think I prefer the square neckline ...Like the top I think I prefer the square neckline to the the V shaped but both are nice. You seem to be enjoying your algebra too. I am struggling with linguistics at the moment I really never understood just how complex language really is.Diane Eppshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02227325305615990424noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-74051712097280613612020-04-06T07:48:16.125+01:002020-04-06T07:48:16.125+01:00Phew. I'd hate to have offended you - or anyo...Phew. I'd hate to have offended you - or anyone else.<br />It will improve. All it takes is a very little bit each day and it's amazing how it builds up.<br />xxJoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16116524003944939298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-31527334861255947192020-04-06T07:46:47.612+01:002020-04-06T07:46:47.612+01:00Don't worry Joy, I didn't think you were s...Don't worry Joy, I didn't think you were showing off....you've been exercising for a long time now so you're bound to find his seniors programme easy. I just thought it was funny that's all, seeing as it gets me quite puffed out haha!! But I am very unfit....hopefully that will improve. xxSoozehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03762391472811785736noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-50720257611013274522020-04-06T07:31:34.622+01:002020-04-06T07:31:34.622+01:00Hi, Sooze. I'm really sorry, I didn't mea...Hi, Sooze. I'm really sorry, I didn't mean to be show-offy in any way. We all do things at out own level and that is absolutely right, I think. I honestly wasn't denigrating anyone else.<br /><br />I'm enjoying getting back to making clothes, albeit in a simple way. I never could when I was teaching; there was just never enough time.<br />Stay safe.<br />xxJoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16116524003944939298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5648310406783744033.post-91440644030074980252020-04-06T07:17:20.868+01:002020-04-06T07:17:20.868+01:00Morning Joy. I'm glad you think the Joe Wicks...Morning Joy. I'm glad you think the Joe Wicks Seniors one is easy....it's definitely a challenge for me! (LOL). I'm very envious of people who can make their own clothes, sewing has never been my forte. Have a good day. xxSoozehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03762391472811785736noreply@blogger.com