HRMINI

Okay according to Angie, the following days are no go due to Autocross:

August 5, 12, 18, 19

I will be in CA from Aug 1-9, so obviously, the entire weekend of Aug 4-5 is out, unless you all want to go it alone without me? If so, let me know and I'll get you the patterns you'll need.

So the available days are now:

August 11, 25, 26.

Personally, August 25-26 is right before school starts and it's a seriously nutty time for me (and for Laurie and Becky too I am sure) Also I know there are some who do not want to wait that long (lol) but if that is what actually works best for all than I can work with it.

I get back from CA at 10:34 pm on Aug 9th, flying into Richmond and than driving home - uhg... so no guarantees that I am going to be super energetic on the 11th, lol. But enough coffee and I can fake it!

So there are the options - VOTE!!!!!

Oh and I like the idea of staggering arrival times by about 15 minutes or so, that way everyone is at a different "stage" and we are not backlogging on the iron or the machine or what have you.

Also - the munchies seemed to work well last time and I have to say there is a tie for the best munchies - either Deb's strawberries and dipping sauce or LeLane's chicken mozerella thing a madoddles - I dream of both, nyum nyum nyum!!!!! Thanks to everyone for bringing - shall we do it again?!

BTW - Sewing sessions are open to anyone and everyone who wants to come. Just give me a heads up if you have not previously voiced and interest and want to come, want to bring the mom, dad, sister, brother, aunt, uncle, neighbor, cousins' friend's kid's teacher ... etc, lol!

I will be out of town on the 11th.  I have a Doll and Teddy Bear Expo in D.C. that I am attending.  If you guys decided to to it on the 11th, I can make it up another weekend if that's ok with you Riqui?  I don't autocross, so the weekend of the 18th is free for me.  Let me know.

Yes, if someone can't make it the weekend that the majority votes for, we can do a second/different day.

Peace,
R.

PS - maybe even after work on a weekday if the urge strikes

I don't want to add to your stress levels.  I know you are leaving on Wednesday and you are scrambling to get everything ready.  Cuz with a statement like that, I'd be over tonight with stuff in hand!  LOL  I'm ready!

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Trish and Lelane purse materials list:

Trish - the purse you indicated measures 6x9 when completed. Lelane has chosen the same purse except in the medium size which will be 8x11 when completed. So if you decide the one you chose is too small, use Lelane's list.

Trish - Pic #11, upper left hand corner, blue and white stripped, small purse:
Fabric types: broadcloth, chambray, lightweight denim, ticking. This is the pattern (albeit in the medium or large size) that I make quite often and this is the purse that Deb, Angie and Laurie are making as well. I recommend upholstry/ drapery weight fabric. There is a huge selection of these fabrics at Hancock's on VAB BLVD. When you enter the store proceed half way back and on the right hand side there are 3 tables of rolls and remenants that are usually 30-50% off.

primary fabric: 1/2 yard
Lining: (I prefer quilting weight cotton) 1/4 yard
Interfacing: heavy weight, fusible/iron in, 1 yard
plastic needle point canvas - 1 piece (available at Michael's or I have some spare you can use)
1 inch velcro square in either black or white depending on your fabric choice
thread


Lelane: pic #11 bottom center blue/yellow/white/plaid, medium sized purse

Fabric types: broadcloth, chambray, lightweight denim, ticking. This is the pattern (albeit in the medium or large size) that I make quite often and this is the purse that Deb, Angie and Laurie are making as well. I recommend upholstry/ drapery weight fabric. There is a huge selection of these fabrics at Hancock's on VAB BLVD. When you enter the store proceed half way back and on the right hand side there are 3 tables of rolls and remenants that are usually 30-50% off.

primary fabric: 3/4 yard
lining: 3/8 yard (I prefer to use quilting weight cotton)
Interfacing: heavy weight, fusible/iron in, 1 yard
plastic needle point canvas - 1 piece (available at Michael's or I have some spare you can use)
1 inch velcro square in either black or white depending on your fabric choice
thread


If ya'll have questions - just holler.

Peace,
R.

Hey Angie, How about tomorrow?

Tomorrow works for me.  I'll meet you at Hancock's at approx. 1:15, cool? :wink:

Works for me! thanks :smt023

hey folks,

Looks like the votes are in and we are doing two days for the purses:

Aug 11 starting at 10 am
Aug 25 starting at 10 am

So see you all Saturday at 10!

Snacks?

Peace,
R.

Ps - sorry not more info or longer but in CA and I have things to do and people to see or people to do and things to see - - which ever!

Guess I'll be seeing you guys on August 25 at 10 a.m.!  I'll miss you girls!

Oh Riqui - we will be more than happy to cause a diversion for you - be prepared for "Riqui, how do I do this?"  "I don't get it Riqui, will you show me how to sew?"  See aren't you glaed you've got people to bug you when you get home.  Let me know if you want my Bernina and or ironing board and iron to help speed things along.  Also, can I work on both purses in the same day?
Ok - I'm ducking :)
Laurie
I guess this means I'll see you this SATURDAY :) Yipee for us to get you back.

I will definately see you Saturday.  After the week I've had (already) I look forward to the distraction!  See you guys then!!

I will see you guys on Saturday. I may not be able to say too long my asthma is still kicking my butt.

Anglea it sounds like you are having the same week I had for the last 3. I am sorry things are going bad for you. I am glad that the bad work days are starting to move away from me.  ;-)

I am totally up for this weekend. I may just leave Wes home and mow the lawn myself  :P

Yeah, it sucks!  The worst part is that I love the work I do and most of people I work with but I can't live with NEVER being able to go to the Dragon again.  You know what I mean!?!? :x

I missed the part about why you would never be able to go to the dragon again?

My company is blacking out time periods where vacation time can't be taken and it includes the first week on May.  So obviously I looking for a new job now....know of anyone hiring for Admin / Accounting / Billings / Collections / Property Mgmt.? :roll:

Hmm, well, coming from property management, I can see why the first week of any month would be out.  You have to be there to take rent.  Even most admin, accounting, and billings positions will have cycles each month that make it difficult to take a vacation during its busiest times.  Do you hate your job that much or just love the dragon that much?  Just a thought.

Currently I am not doing property management, I am the billing coordinator for a general contractor.  My month end close out happens on the 10th of each month for the preceeding month.  The reason why they're blocking out March, April & May is due to fiscal year end close out.  Which I have very little to do with and the few parts I do have a hand in are done by mid-April.  And yes, I love the dragon that much....plus work isn't my life....it is something I do to make money to enjoy my life.  It's just sooo upsetting because I love the work I do and I don't want to leave, but I also don't want to never be able to attend the dragon again either.  :cry:

So why don't you talk to your boss about that one weekend out of the year.  Explain that your input for fiscal accounting is minimal and that your absence wouldn't affect the rest of the office.  If you love your job, try it before you quit.  Explain that you love your job and the time you ask off wouldn't be for a full week. You don't want blackout vacation dates to keep you from the dragon when your role during that time is secondary.

My company is sooo screwed up.  Mgm't takes all the time off they want.  My boss goes home because she's "tired".  She took a whole month off at the being of fiscal year end closeout this year to go to Africa!  They don't give a sh*t that it is important to me.  

Anyway, they haven't made a formal annoucement on the policy change yet.  So I am going to continue to work there & keep my eyes open for something better.  (Will tell new employer that they don't need to hire me unless they are ok with my taking the time off for the Dragon.)  After they make a formal annoucement, I will re-address the topic with my boss and try to appeal to her "human" side.  If she still says no then I will put in my 2 wks. notice 2 wks prior to the Dragon.  :twisted:

Hey Riqui, Seems though I have stuff to make two purses now, can I come on the 25th to do the 2nd one?  Pllllleeeeeaaaassssseeeee?? :wink:

Hey Girls!  What's everyone bringing for snacks on Saturday?  Deb...strawberrys & yummy fluff n' stuff?  
Lelane...chicken, pesto "OMG, I gotta have another!" pita pockets?

LOL!!!!   :P

I can swing by Panera and grab bagels & cream cheese for breakfast.  Sound good?

What is the starting and ending time.... I was going to tell renee about this

10-4

Tell her to come check it out, she'll have a blast!

I'll see what I can find.  Strawberries are out of season right now, but I might be able to find some nice ones at Farm Fresh.  I'll bring 'em if I can find 'em.

They still have them at the organic food store I shop at.  Let me know if you can't find them & want me to pick them up for you.  :wink:

 :smt022 strawberries are out of season.... I love strawberries.  mmm  mmm very juicy

I will see what I can come up with.

I can chip in for a fruit tray and dip if that sounds good? .....man yall are making me hungry now!! LOL

Can someone PM me directions.  Renee wants to sneak out and try to play with the girls on Saturday.

Sorry Jeff, I don't remember their address.  I just know where it is.  Riqui....or someone else who knows the address?

I'll get it to you Jeff! NO problem....