Was there ever any doubt I’d get this done in time for Easter? (Well, there was here, haha.)
Anyhow you can see, in spite of the fact that it’s been a rough few days (more on that later) since last Wednesday, I am nearly done with my green jacket. I just have to finish the hems and add buttons.
It was quite time consuming because I carefully followed the directions in the pattern (review to follow soon) to try and achieve a really nice fit. The thing that took loads of time was transferring all my changes to the pattern pieces. However, now I have a complete jacket pattern that I can turn to time and again to with assured good results.
Actually, that purple jacket on the table is one I got at Salvation Army for $3.50. It seems worth the time to take it apart along the princess seams and alter it, using the newly adjusted pattern pieces. So the payoff will be sooner rather than later.
As far as the rotten week…
My 37 year old nephew passed away on Friday after a long battle with cancer. I feel so bad for his mom (my dh’s sister) – no parent should have to bury their child.
On Friday morning, while scrubbing off after a shower, I felt and heard a small *snap* in the middle finger of my right hand. When I looked at my hand, this was what it looked like. (Try making your finger do that. It won’t, unless you hold it down.)
The tip is all floppy because I managed to snap the tendon. So. Very. Weird.
It doesn’t hurt at all, but has to remain splinted for 6-8 weeks so the tendon can heal. Most inconvenient, but there are many worse things in life and I can deal. In fact, that’s what the washi tape is for (middle right of the desktop photo.) This is how I have it splinted.
Yup, washi tape and a popsicle stick. Betcha didn’t know scrapbooking supplies were so useful!
So, that’s where I’m at. Sorry to sound cranky. I know there is always LOTS to be thankful for and I promise to be sun-shinier later on in the week.
To see what’s happening on the desks of many other crafty and creative people, go to What’s on Your Workdesk Wednesday. Cuz it’s Wednesday and that’s what we do.
I am so sorry about the loss of your nephew, you are right, it always seems so awful that a parent bury their child. Your finger all washi taped up looks like a true scrapper, hope it sorts out quickly for you. Annette #22
Sorry to read about your nephew. My grandparents had to bury my mother, so I can relate somewhat.
All of my fingers look like that, but I was born with arthritis, so they will never straighten. Not even with popsicle sticks and washi tape, a very clever remedy. Happy WOYWW from #3.
Ah, your post reminds me that I truly have little to complain about. All the work you do with arthritic fingers… an inspiration.
I am so sorry to hear about your nephew, ((hugs)), and wow, your poor finger…I would sound grumpy too with the week your having! On the brighter side, I had to smile at you splinting your finger with washi tape! lol waving hi from the hills of North Carolina 🙂
So sorry to hear about your nephew. Terrible thing to happen. My condolences to your family.
Love your splint however, and look forward to seeilng another jacket shortly.
Thanks for sharing and don’t forget I have candy – thanks for the snoop – Hugs, Neet #5
Such sad news about your nephew. Ouch too for your finger. Yes we do use crafty supplies for such different things don’t we! Take care & enjoy this weeks snoop of WOYWW desks. Zo xx 77
So sorry about your nephew. Cancer sucks. Sorry about your finger too – glad it doesn’t hurt. It looks like it would! Hope you have a creative Wednesday! Tammy #47
Sorry to hear of your loss, my nephew died suddenly at the age of just 15 (long ago now) so I know how devastating it is for all the family. Makes a snapped tendon seem insignificant even though it must hurt a lot.
Ann B
#72
Yup, the two events, juxtaposed on the same day, reminded me not to gripe too loudly.
Tendons take a long time to heal, just so you know what to expect. Funny they don’t hurt though. I snapped my Achilles tendon. Really, really try to avoid that if you can. The green jacket is looking good. Love the purple jacket’s color. Happy healing. The washi tape was a brilliant idea. It won’t be so impossible to unstick!
I will remember not to snapped my Achilles, Judy! That sounds terrible.
It’s okay to be grumpy sometimes! You have some valid complaints. You make me miss sewing, though that pattern looks way out of my league!! Lovely green. 🙂
Well this is a good news, bad news post for sure–your jacket looks wonderful, but wow, so sorry about your nephew.
And how weird is that about your finger, so glad it doesn’t hurt!
:)trisha
#41
Ooo your finger looks so painful. Take care. Have a good week. Jo
Difficult week. Great that the fix on your finger can make you smile sometimes.
eeek, that looks nasty, poor thing. Very impressed with the jacket, excellent stuff x
Sophie no.183
I am so sorry to hear about your nephew. You are right that parents should not have to bury their children. I hope you can all find comfort together as a family. I knew crafting was dangerous, but I had not realized that having a shower was just as bad. Take care of yourself and I will be thinking of you. xx Maggie #7