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New Blog Home and Name

2011-01-13T12:12:00.000-08:00

Sew-it is moving to a new address and a new name. Beauty and Style is the name of my new blog and part of my website at EnidSeymore.com. The look is all new but the content will be the same. Please subscribe to my new address.

Dennis Basso S/S 2011

2011-01-03T17:04:00.000-08:00

Happy Friggin' New Year--Get a Snooki Party Ball!!

2011-01-01T10:57:00.000-08:00

The guiltiest pleasure of 2010 was definitely Jersey Shore. You have to respect that the entire cast cashes in at every turn. Snooki's latest venture is jewelry. It's friggin adorable, only $50 and can be found on Diamond Shark The necklace is the deal of the day and will only be up for another 10 hours. Move yo' ass! Here's a message from our favorite Italian Umpa Lumpa:

If you want to spend $5,000 today......

2010-11-24T13:00:00.000-08:00

Mark Ryden, one of my favorite artists has released two new portfolios for sale on his website. The portfolio pictured is "The Snow Yak Show Print Portfolio".

MAC and Dutch Industrial Designer Marcel Wanders Collection launches today

2010-11-24T07:27:00.000-08:00

Today MAC in collaboration with Marcel Wanders is launching a new collection. One that isn't about color but about structure and packaging. I am always amazed at Mac's ability to keep our interest with at least two new launches a month. Sometimes they are about new colors but at this point the more interesting launches include a story as with the Tartan Tails or just about cool new packaging.

Kanye's Full Lenght Film: Runaway

2010-10-26T10:24:00.000-07:00

Combining and Aligning

2010-10-22T08:27:00.000-07:00

I have made another pledge to myself to actually blog on a daily basis during the week. It's actually part of my business plan so this has to happen. I have spent the year slacking and am determined to bring discipline back into my life. I have never been one to appreciate routines so the challenge will be to keep this blogging thing as interesting as possible for me. So to insure that I don't

Latest Discovery: Mark Ryden: The Tree Show

2010-09-14T06:34:00.000-07:00

Some of you know I took a trip to San Fransico last week. I was there with just three days to wander. I decided after my stuffing at The Butler and The Chef bistro that I would wander around SFMOMA: San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. I was too cheap to pay the $20 admission and decided to wander the amazing--almost block long-- SFMOMA store instead. Joke was on me as I ended up spending five

FINALLY!!

2010-08-03T15:54:00.001-07:00

I ordered the Basics, Basics, Basics course from the TKGA in November of last year. I have finally finished all 5 swatches and will send them off tonight. There are pictures on my Ravelry project page.

Good sleep for your hair.

2010-06-29T09:00:00.000-07:00

One of the questions that I am always asked is "How do I stop this from happening?" as a model or a bride-to-be wanting long hair is pointing to the broken hairs along her hairline. My answer: Silk pillow case. BeautyZZZ has a great one for only $47 on Beauty.com If you're not into dropping $47 you can also get a satin pillow case at Sally Beauty Most breakage occurs in your sleep. As your

Happy Monday!! Update on what I am knitting.

2010-05-24T11:09:00.000-07:00

2010 has been such a busy year for me that my knitting mojo just completely jumped ship. Every time I would attempt to pick up a current project I would fall asleep. A little confused, I began to question this knitting funk. Besides just being exhausted I was had to ask myself what the problem really was. I have not finished a major project in 2010 (socks excluded) nor have I purchased any new

Quickie Post: Ysolda at Lorna's

2010-05-17T07:32:00.000-07:00

Heavenly

Delete Your Facebook Page Day --As It Will Have No Effect Whatsoever

2010-05-17T04:54:00.000-07:00

Ok. So a number of people, at this time about 700, are pissed at FB and will be deleting their pages based on the new security settings FB has forced on us all. Apparently, the new security settings provide a lack of well, security. Last count there were 65 million facebook accounts. You do the math.Anywho, if you want to delete your Facebook page on May 31st, you can read about how to do it at

The Original: Madonna Fierce at 51!!

2010-05-13T08:49:00.000-07:00

Who else could pull off this shoot?Here is Madonna shot by Mert aLas for the May 2010 issue of Interview Magazine.

Shoe Bows---Random but Cute

2010-05-12T13:44:00.000-07:00

With all the adorable flats that everyone is wearing you need a cute way to make yours stand out. Well now you can change your shoes daily with these adorable accessories. Ms. Beatrice walks you through making shoe bows. You know you wanted to know how.DIY Shoe Bows

New Location for Fashion Week

2010-05-12T13:26:00.001-07:00

I'm hella late but if you're reading this odds are you were wondering too. Here's a link with fun information.

New MIA

2010-01-13T16:41:00.000-08:00

Sex In The City 2 poster.......um....

2009-12-10T14:25:00.000-08:00

Isn't the poster supposed to be an indication of the fabulousness that is SITC2. Someone buckled under the pressure. I am hoping this is just one in a series and that an amazing poster of my beloved fab four will emerge soon.

Jack Discovers Christmas Town!

2009-12-06T18:33:00.000-08:00

Basics, Basics, Basics...

2009-11-18T21:29:00.000-08:00

and apparently I know none.A knitting buddy and I decided that we are going to embark on the road to our masters. Knitting Masters that is. The Knitting Guild Association has a correspondence series where through a submission of a series swatches you qualify your skills as a knitter. I have none.In the two days since I received the instructions I have had to learn proper Continental Knitting. I

Knitting Insanity--I Want In

2009-11-10T18:52:00.000-08:00

So I was FINALLY catching up on my favorite blogs consisting mainly of my three favorite subjects: yarn,knitting and sewing. There also non-crafty blogs about gossip, clothing and make up--the only other trifecta worthy of note.While trolling on Knitters Anonymous I found this:Very cool idea....are there enough classes for an overseas trip or is that a silly question??Here is the site for

The Duffster for DKNY---HOT!!

2009-11-09T10:00:00.000-08:00

U2 wth Jay Z at the EMAs.

2009-11-08T19:27:00.000-08:00

A little akward but still cool. Jay Z won't sing so Bono raps.

More to Love....

2009-08-23T20:12:00.000-07:00

Miss Van and her Poupess

GoogleVoice

2009-08-22T19:31:00.001-07:00

Can't get enough of this!

2009-08-22T18:28:00.000-07:00

Really??!?!?!

2009-02-14T12:57:00.001-08:00

I loved this cover of the January British Elle of Courtney LoveThen I saw the copy-cat cover of the March Interview Magazine with Mary-Kate Olsen and was just floored. How lame? Isn't being creative thier JOB?

A Geek is Geeked.

2009-02-14T12:24:00.000-08:00

In other news:

2009-01-12T14:14:00.001-08:00

New crochet hooks arrived today in sizes 1.0, 1.15, 1.25 and 1.5. Making sweaters for ants. Stay tuned.

Beautiful Yarn + Gorgeous Pattern = Shiteous Hideousness

2009-01-12T12:27:00.001-08:00

I am so bummed and its all my fault. A couple posts back I mentioned the gorgeous Helen's Lace yarn I got from going on a Tour of Lorna's Laces downtown. Its the Aslan colorway. Take a look : Its loveley (intentional). Really. Its 50/50 wool and silk. Soft, sturdy and warm. Its has been petted many times before I decided on just the right pattern for it. I finally fell in love again with Jenn

Boots I Covet

2009-01-08T10:55:00.000-08:00

I have been on an endless search for boots. At last something I love. These are Militia Botties from theMod Cloth website.

Diggin This

2009-01-05T20:37:00.001-08:00

Not Bad if I do say so myself

2008-12-10T06:34:00.003-08:00

Well I have finsihed spinning another 4oz of roving and I am just so proud. The purple that I have in my Etsy shop also came out wonderfully but the colors in this BFL from Abstract Fiber just pop. I cannot put this in my shop as this was a gift in the first place to just spin and then I moved and it accidently became a part of my stash. So I figure the only right thing to do is to gift it to

Lace Lace Lace

2008-12-01T07:52:00.000-08:00

Well I said a few months ago that I hated lace and now I cannot stop. I was totally hung over yesterday. I have learned that there are now three things I can do while in that state, sleep, watch TV and knit. It requires so much of your attention that you forget the ailement. I'm hooked. Time for more addis

Quick Note

2008-11-07T08:09:00.001-08:00

I have been bad about blogging but I have been really busy. Its weird that when you have the most to talk about you don't have the time to blog it.I finally found a decent part-time job to tide me over until I get my "big-girl" job. A bit scary that I am not that concerned about that. Wish I had an explanation.I have had a couple of wholesale jobs and custom work on Etsy which has also kept me

FO and Spun Sugar

2008-10-25T13:59:00.000-07:00

I am feeling highly accomplished this week as I finished the menacing all STST Bolero that I complained about in the last post. All 19 inches and some ribbing came to a close on Monday night. I don't have any pictures of the sweater in action but here she is just before the finish line. I'd like to thank the ladies in the Malabrigo Junkies forum and Addi Turbos for this accomplishment. Anyway..I

Sew Fun!

2008-10-12T15:24:00.001-07:00

Returning to the Midwest has forced me to rethink my wardrobe. Actually I need to make clothes and knit sweaters and fast. Being a much faster sewer than a knitter I figured I would start with sewn items and the knitted items will manifest as I have time and need a break from the sewing machine.Pattern Review always has a sewing contest going on. Right now there is a pattern stash contest.

Where do I begin

2008-10-08T20:00:00.000-07:00

Well I am crawling out of my emotional hole into the sunshine. During my brief emotional hibernation there was much time for knitting and sewing. I broke in new needles and dusted off the sewing machine.As far as new needles while working at Knit/Purl I learned about Addi Turbos. (this site ships them for free*wink*).Of course I had heard of them but was never moved to try them. I was also

Catching Up

2008-09-27T13:22:00.000-07:00

I have been spanked for not blogging but I have to admit that I have had alot going on that I am not particularly happy about. The big engagement that I had just did not work out so I have moved back to Chicago. I am happy to be home. I have missed the big city and all its culture for the past four years.The west coast is beautiful but I guess I am a midwestern girl through and through.Of course

What is your favorite thing about Autumn?

2008-09-09T15:06:00.000-07:00

All I can think of is that i get to wear some of the items I had been working on all summer. Scarves, hats and shawls can now surface and a new excuse to make a heavy sweater is on its way. Oh, the changing of the leaves are nice too I guess.

New Projects

2008-09-07T17:18:00.001-07:00

Well I have finally found the scarf pattern I want to use for the beautiful Malabrigo Oceanos laceweight I received from Chimom on Ravelry. I have started on the Lace Ribbon Scarf by Veronik Avery. I have completed one complete cycle of the pattern and it almost looks like it should. I am cutting myself some slack since this is my first lace. I am learning alot and that's all that matters. I am

Fall Yarn Swap Q & A

2008-08-18T11:41:00.000-07:00

Another three months of swapping!!! I cannot wait to get my partner. Do you knit or crochet? How long have you been at your craft? I do both. I really enjoy knitting but I am a much faster crocheter. I tend to make clothing when I knit and more craft items when I crochet.Do you spin? What type of spinning do you do? I do some light spinning. I just haven't had the time lately. I have two

Oh BOY!!

2008-07-13T15:50:00.000-07:00

I just noticed that my last post was just as I was leaving for the July 4th weekend. I went to Oregon to meet my wonderful boyfriend. There was a nice barbque and the evening ended with a PROPOSAL!!!!!It's the most beautiful ring ever.I was not expecting a proposal and wasn't sure that he had the ring. I am planning a move to Portland to be with him and I guess he wanted to make sure that I came.

The Dark Knight - 1st Five Minutes

2008-07-03T11:07:00.000-07:00

I love this!!

2008-06-15T20:16:00.000-07:00

Just caught this on You Tube and had to post it. I never watch this show but this is great. I'm off to amazon to get that song.

Q & A For Summer of Yarn Swap

2008-06-01T10:55:00.000-07:00

Do you knit or crochet? I have been knitting for a few months now. I started crocheting at nine.Do you spin? What type of spinning? I will have a spindle soon.What are your favorite yarns/fibers? I am still in the learning/experimentation stage. So no favs yet. Just good quality. What are your least favorite yarns/fibers? Acrylic of course.What are your favorite colors? Purples, Blues, Pinks and

My Fabulous Knitting Needle Roll

2008-05-26T18:41:00.001-07:00

Well I finished my roll for my knitting needles and I LOVE it!Here it is all rolled up:And here is the inside:I went a little skull crazy. I found the inside skull fabric at Beverly's. It is also Alexander Henry. I thought the hearts as the lining was cute enough to balance out all the skull action. Everything fits perfectly. I want to make another one with the pin up print. That would be

Hello, My name is Brit and I Bought More Yarn Today

2008-05-23T18:11:00.000-07:00

This is really scaring me. My cash flow doesn't need another outlet. Damn you Craftster and Ravelry. Without the two of you I would have never known that I had a dormant passion for yarn/ fiber. I knew nothing of spinning, felting and dyeing. What the hell?!?!??!?!Now I find myself wanting a spindle and I know at one point I am going to want a wheel. I have already planned out anniversary and

Another friggin hobby

2008-05-18T20:00:00.001-07:00

knitting counts right. This blog is about clothes where as long as I only knit things that I can wear it is totally alright if I spend all my money on YARN AND FABRIC right?!?!?!?!?!!?Here is a pic of what I am working on It is a ruffle scarf using Lion Brand ruffles yarn.The curiosity started with the Fiber Friday posts on Crafster Women dye and spin these beautifuls yarns and post them here.

In Recovery

2008-04-26T16:55:00.001-07:00

Suffering through a hang over here. Not the worst but still not fun. Trying to get together some energy and work on two dresses. One for me and one for a girlfriend. She has been so sweet and patient on waiting for it. I think I finally found the fabric for it this morning on Fashion Fabrics Club. She didn't like two others that I got so lets hope that there are some winners in this bunch (**

You must blog at least once a day

2008-04-24T20:23:00.001-07:00

Reason being that now I have only about two hours before I have to go to bed and about 10 hours worth of things to tell you about. So I picked the one closest to my heart-fashion wise.I wish that I had a better picture but the Balenciaga dress above is most likely my favorite dress of all time. It is simple, elegant and sweet. One day I will knock this off. Maybe a wedding dress.(whenever THAT

Dior

2008-04-19T20:44:00.000-07:00

I just stumbled onto the Metropolitan Museum of Arts Costume Institute. The link below connects you to a timeline essay on Christian Dior.http://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/dior/hd_dior.htmThe dress pictured above is not included in the timeline essay. Look further into the Costume Collection Database if you want to see more.

Short and Sweet

2008-04-19T10:56:00.001-07:00

I have finished a couple items that I am putting in my Etsy store. I am also adding a PayPal widget to my page so that you can buy things directly frm my blog if you see something that you like. Any questions either email me or click on the Etsy link and there is additional information there. The top to the left is my fav so far. It is a chocolate brown rayon knit. Durable and really cute. I am

Threads and Lei's

2008-04-14T19:46:00.000-07:00

Ok. So I went to the Threads show yesterday and the clothes weren't really my style. There were some cute things but nothing I wanted. LOTS of T-Shirts. Who isn't print screening? If I see one more T-shirt or hoodie with some whacked out doodle on it I'm goona yak-a-dak all over it!!! Alot of the girls there were wearing things that I would pay for but I saw nothing to buy. A GF got a pair of

First Blog

2008-04-13T11:31:00.000-07:00

Well I am starting this blog because it seems like everyone who sews has one. What a great way to show off your creations and get feedback.I am a little apprehensive. I mean who finds these things. I look at blogs of friends and blogs mentioned in magazines but are there people who just surf blogs? Why not, right. There is always someONE doing that some THING and that is what worries me. My only