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Pretty Jane: Finding Myself
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In and Out of the Studio. Wednesday, April 15, 2009. As I regroup, I came upon this quiz (via PlayIsTheThing. And figured it was worth a go. I wonder if I was unduly influenced by the fact that I adore the Emma Thompson. Version of Sense and Sensibility. Far beyond good measure? In my defense, as a former teacher of Literature, I'm kinda required to love Jane Austen, even if I do prefer Jane Eyre (still the funniest book I've ever read). Take the Quiz here! Thinking of you, Deborah. What's a Pretty Jane?
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Pretty Jane: Friday Preview #3: Hand Dyed Appliqued Tees
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In and Out of the Studio. Friday, January 30, 2009. Friday Preview #3: Hand Dyed Appliqued Tees. This is actually LAST week's preview, which I postponed as I digested my new minivan ownership. Look tomorrow for another, BONUS preview post, and keep in mind that the preview with the highest total number of comments will be featured in a GIVEAWAY in early March! What was once a rack full of all white is now this:. So many yummy shades of loverly colors- I'm really pleased with how well they turned out.
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Pretty Jane: Hmmmm....
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In and Out of the Studio. Thursday, April 30, 2009. Just when you think you have it all figured out. I know I pretty much threw up over all y'all with that last post. But apparently I had some things that needed getting off my chest. I think at the time I was going through the process of letting go of what I thought. Pretty Jane was meant to be- but I had no real idea what Pretty Jane was becoming. It might've come off as grumpy and bitter and for that, I'm super sorry. Which they were) and largely ign...
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Pretty Jane: Convo with my Husband
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In and Out of the Studio. Tuesday, February 24, 2009. Convo with my Husband. Him: Do you even blog anymore? Me (snippily): YES, as a matter of fact, I DO. Me (saucier): YES! Him: Um, when? Me: When you're not looking. Me: I'm a busy woman! I can't be expected to blog every day. Him: How about ANY day? Him: Love you. Me (grudgingly): Love you, too. He turns his back). I stick out my tongue). Him: I can see you in the mirror. You know that, right? Thinking of you, Deborah. March 9, 2009 at 5:01 PM.
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Pretty Jane: My Grandfather's Legacy
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In and Out of the Studio. Wednesday, May 27, 2009. My grandfather's grandfather was a knife maker. He invented- and I promise, I'm not making this up- the serrated-edge bread knife, a story Grandad would've told you in a heartbeat if you'd asked. All through the late 19th century, his company manufactured knives in northern Ohio, and continued until two world wars made steel so expensive that they couldn't maintain the patents and competition made the company less profitable. Sculpture is Mind, Body, and...
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Pretty Jane: Goal Setting
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In and Out of the Studio. Thursday, January 1, 2009. I have one major goal for Pretty Jane in 2009:. My profit margin was shrinking alarmingly and the hours I was investing were actually GROWING. Fortunately, I have no business debt, and paid these women cash. Through Beehive's Warehouse Sale. And teaching two or three classes a week. While the kids are asleep, scaling back a little will allow me to continue to design while balancing all the other things I have in my life- personal AND professional.
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Pretty Jane: Where Have You Been, Pretty Jane?
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In and Out of the Studio. Thursday, March 26, 2009. Where Have You Been, Pretty Jane? Away Busy. Overwhelmed. Changing directions. Moping, occasionally. I've been going through A Thing. On the one hand, I've been starting a new venture- have I mentioned Whipstitch. Yet, my baby, my passion? It's really taking off and becoming so much more than I ever, ever thought it could be. I mostly blog about it separately. On the other hand, Pretty Jane has been doing some.well, not really growing. UNgrowing? I'm no...
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Pretty Jane: Hey! I'm a Wreck!
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In and Out of the Studio. Sunday, February 1, 2009. Check out this article. About the discovery of the Pretty Jane off the Australian coast. And like, I'm a trained archaeologist who always wanted to do underwater work on shipwrecks, ever since my grandfather took us snorkeling among them as kids. Plus, I'm totally of Scottish descent, and I've always wanted to go to Australia! Is this some kind of sign? Or am I just really, really overworked and thinking crazy-making thoughts? Thinking of you, Deborah.
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Pretty Jane: Friday Preview #4: Instant Wardrobe
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In and Out of the Studio. Friday, February 6, 2009. Friday Preview #4: Instant Wardrobe. When did I say this next preview would be posted? Let's just pretend it was today, shall we? Here, then, is the Instant Wardrobe for girls. The Abigail pinafore, always a popular seller. Plus a pair of shorts, a pair of long pants, and an appliqued tee. All in coordinating fabrics, to be worn in nearly limitless combinations:. Wear the Abigail alone. Wear the Abigail with the tee. Wear the tee with the shorts. Person...