Saturday, 26 November 2016
This morning I was up early and decided to start de-stapling the ottoman. Have you ever wished that you hadn't started something? There were so many staples, some through the very thin base material, some through tape and some more below that just holding the main material. Lee found me a multi tool that had fine pliers on and various other tools. The screwdriver was too thick to get under the staples so used a short metal attachment that went to a blade at the end. I was getting under them then but half of them were breaking and they were so long! This was the pile of staples and tape before we went out, I think I was just over half way round then!!
I also cut out the top area of fabric as it was torn and we had cut some out to take as a colour sample when we went for the new fabric.
It is Black Friday and it is a family tradition to go and get new clothing for Christmas at a mall. We went to a fairly quiet mall with quite up market shops. The girls enjoyed looking for new outfits and we went into several shops. The girls at the mall.
A nice shot of Kate and Angela.
And one of a reindeer decoration in the mall.
I finished removing the staples, and am pleased to report that I got the base material off in one piece with no damage. Just need to check out the sewing machine, make some patterns and see what I can come up with! We all sat in the lounge watching people pick 'tiny houses' to live in. Kate and Sal were playing a game on the ipad.
We have had a very tasty left over dinner and now an evening relaxing ahead.
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Well you can be sure they are going to keep you busy, your be home for a rest.
ReplyDeleteLovely your having a family time as it gives you a chance to get to know them. What was the left over dinner? Shopping with young girls is or can be hard work all that hanging about is enough. Good luck. Enjoy them xx
The dinner was mostly re-heated dishes from Thanksgiving and cold turkey, but Patty made some pastry rolls with turkey, potato and cranberry which were really tasty too. It is good spending quite a bit of time with the family,I have a lot to catch up on! xx
DeleteGot to ask while I think of it. 'People pick tiny houses to live in' what were you watching, or am I just being thick as usual?
ReplyDeleteSounds like another fun day. A bit of retail therapy and a bit of crafting, what more could you ask for. The ottoman does look rather large, and hard work, but it'll be well worth the effort you're putting into it. Bet they'll be chuffed with the finished article. I'm looking forward to seeing it.
Like the modern versions of caravans really, but little houses, no bigger than large sheds, campers or even yurts that have been converted to make them permanent dwellings for people who want to 'size down'. One young couple wanted a little house and lots of land so that they could open a horse riding centre. Some of the places are so small with bed spaces you have to crawl into, but it is interesting!!
DeleteAhhh I see. All becomes apparent now :-)
DeleteLike the property shows we have but they are shown three little ones and have a friend along to help them decide.
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