Uh-oh #37: An update on the skirt project

A couple of weeks ago, I made some progress sewing my skirt (yes, the one I was supposed to complete about three weeks ago for my husband's graduation). I finished the zipper, which proved to be an un-picking fest. Then, I got the waist all stitched up and was so excited to move onto the "flounce" of the skirt.  After stitching the sides of the flounce together and taking a look at my handy-work, I was perplexed. Something was definitely wrong. Indeed, I found the cutting instructions and discovered (or was reminded, rather) that I was supposed to cut out TWO pieces of flounce on the fold. That wouldn't have been a problem, except that, since I had to re-cut a piece earlier (see original post), there was not enough material.  I will have to go to the fabric store this week. 

To be continued...maybe. 

(It is becoming very clear to me why it takes me a year or more to re-kindle the desire to sew between each project.)

Our Graduationmoon

For a graduation present, our great friends gave us "a day, and night, and a day" during which they would tend LG. So, we planned a getaway! Adam booked us a room downtown at the Oxford Suites. Here is a picture of our great parking spot:

First, we went to a matinee of Star Trek. We liked it quite a bit, despite the excessive explosions. 

After checking into our hotel, we embarked on a small adventure to find out how to get to the Melting Pot (on the second floor above Red Robin).  Thanks to Adam's eagle scout skills and/or intuition, we found it easily.

Here is the pot. We had a lot of great food such as: spinach artichoke dip with bread and vegetables, meats with many dipping sauces, and bananas foster (with fruit, and desserts to dip....yum).

The next day, we slept in, which was so nice! Although we love our 2 year old human alarm clock, it was a treat to wake up on our own time. 

One of the best parts of the graduationmoon was our horseback riding that afternoon. I've always wanted to go, and this time I got my chance. My horse's name is Harvey, and Adam's is named Pete. 

As you can see, it was beautiful on our trail ride. 

Harvey had to scratch his nose a couple of times along the way, including while

 taking this next picture.  

Adam and I both had sore left knees after getting off our horses. Probably due to our lack of proper horse-riding technique:)

We had a great time over those 28 hours. Any type of "moon" is always savored.

Another hobby...creme brulee

I want to learn to make creme brulee well. I watched an online video of a french guy giving tips a week or so ago, but wish I had reviewed it when making the creme brulee this afternoon.  

Here is the half and half (don't know whether or not I'll use real cream next time). 

A candle lighter works pretty well for getting the air bubbles out before putting the ramekins in the oven. 

Done, but the middle didn't set well. I may need to invest in a torch!