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Getting closer to being done with these linen stays! Working on the binding now. Soon I’ll be able to put in the grommets. . . . #sewing #stays #linenlove #handsewing (at Lewiston, Idaho) https://www.instagram.com/p/CMvd3ZgJLDi/?igshid=19odj3od5vyor

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Little finds like these make me happy. Though, I regret not buying her. I might have to go back and see if she’s waiting for me. Also, I might have to make a life size version of her outfit. 😊❤️ . . . #antiques #antiqueshop #figurine #greendress #antiquefinds (at Lewiston, Idaho) https://www.instagram.com/p/CMYTOHHJjr2/?igshid=1mtkkh02escvd

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There is just something special about pleats. They can be quite daunting to start, but they definitely add a lot to a garment. This gray 18th century inspired dress is getting closer to being done and after a week of getting the bodice just right, finishing up the skirt is smooth sailing. Now I have to consider if I want some trimming or just leave it plain. . . . #18thcenturyfashion #sewingproject #sewistsofinstagram #sewingismytherapy #linendress #linen #linenclothing #livingmyoutlanderdreams (at Lewiston, Idaho) https://www.instagram.com/p/CMC-bZ-p1Gm/?igshid=1er4aetuna52k

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I’ve been procrastinating other things while working on this Outlander inspired bodice. I’ve put some light boning in the seams to give it more structure as it won’t be worn strictly with stays. There is lots of extra fabric at the shoulders. I might put a dart to take it out or add an extra seam placement in the front. Other than that, I am very pleased with how they are turning out as I e never bones a bodice before and curious to see how fits I the end. . . #sewing #sewingproject #sewistsofinstagram #mockup #costumerstrugglesarereal #sewingismytherapy #sewingpatterns #outlander #outlanderfans (at Lewiston, Idaho) https://www.instagram.com/p/CLuedvLJqGN/?igshid=fwahc8lg99vx

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I’ve finally set up my photography print shop! I’ve been wanting to get my photos out and have been putting it off for a long time. I plan to update it regularly with new photos, so check back often. 😊 Link is in my bio! . . #photography #printsforsale #landscapephotography #naturephotography #euntrepreneur #photographylover https://www.instagram.com/p/CLfEFVwJPay/?igshid=3n1ayw0ifqjr

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I got one yard of this beautiful green cashmere and cotton fabric today. I’m thinking it would be a nice waistcoat. Any other ideas? . . #woolfabric #sewingproject https://www.instagram.com/p/CLX47iUp1pJ/?igshid=1dy1sc6o6kqdx

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Day 15 of #fearfreefebruary - learning. I love learning new things, especially in my sewing. I decided to put some pintucks on my petticoat. I’m using linen and as it’s very wobbly, I decided to pull some threads to make sure they were even. On the back side I just matched the edges of the line and then sewed them together. I’m sure it not the usual way, but I think they turned out well. 😊 https://www.instagram.com/p/CLVSPFMJwEJ/?igshid=kjhr2qq7plhf

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Day 14 of #fearfreefebruary - forgiveness. I wasn’t sure what to post today, but I do have a lot of unfinished projects just waiting to be picked up. I have learned this can be a good thing as I get bored sometimes and it’s nice to have something else to work on. These stays were something I stated before 2020, and they got pushed to the wayside as other things pile up. Now I think I’m ready to finish them as I have plans for a dress that will go overtop. https://www.instagram.com/p/CLSpXFpJCl8/?igshid=z0dn9pi9ndpt

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Day 13 of #fearfreefebruary - connection. I learned how to work the inkle loom at an SCA event after the class of assembling the loom. This was my third attempt and I’m pretty proud of how the design turned out. https://www.instagram.com/p/CLQvAWhpHly/?igshid=bghh6rmfs6dm

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I’ve missed some days, but here is day 12 of #fearfreefebruary - travel. I used to do a lot of traveling as a member of the SCA, but as everything else, all events have been canceled. I miss being able to travel, I miss my friends I’ve made, and I miss dressing up. I look forward to when we can all gather once again. https://www.instagram.com/p/CLN7-4OJXgw/?igshid=1kpvbv9s2sacn

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Day 9 of #fearfreefebruary - joy. This skirt was one of the first piece of clothing that I made, all hand sewn, for everyday wear. It brings me joy knowing I made it and it’s been amazing for the cold weather. I definitely plan on making more from different fabrics for different seasons. https://www.instagram.com/p/CLFZaQSJIN2/?igshid=1g49yntjjh9tp

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Day 7 of #fearfreefebruary - inspiration. I’m always inspired by favorite characters and it made me very happy when the theme for Foundations Revealed competition was decided last year. I decided on my love for Anne of Green Gables and her passion for story, especially The Lady of Shalott. I knew I should had started months ago, but I’m pretty proud of my creation (I will definitely be running down empty castle halls with this one) ❤️ https://www.instagram.com/p/CLAA1oVJAk3/?igshid=1fqfrktdpeg8o

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on a scale of one to ten how sad are you.

you almost say seven but the answer floats in your lungs like rising mud. you shift your shoulders. some part of you is already forming an excuse. that it’s not that bad sometimes. one, two, three on a day that the clouds are out. you’re just complaining about stuff. yesterday you laughed past a brick of a four, does that make the brick come down to a two-point-five.  the solid seven panic attack of last tuesday feels somehow like a little thorn, just a regular day full of a gentle three-point-nine earthquake rocking after yesterday’s close-to-an-eight. see but if tomorrow you have a real bad day, it will make today look simple.

and what if. what if tomorrow it’s a big old red eight-point-nine. like one of those days where sirens are going off in every part of you but you’re stuck behind a glass window watching it all burn down. like one of those days that your skin against the air feels foreign. like too much of everything. like sitting-in-the-shower, like can’t-eat, like the tide isn’t just coming in, it came while you were sleeping and now you’ve gotta learn how to swim. like bounce me against a bullet hole kind of day.

you keep numbers like nine and ten way out of reach. those are for the people who really are suffering. you’ve got no excuse. nine and ten are funeral numbers, for real problems, not yours, no. and sometimes you’re fine. and you’re kind of used to it. and it’s not sad, it’s just numb like a television caught on static. numb like i can’t remember if i care about this. numb like nothing works but i can’t be bothered to fix it. that’s not sad that’s every day stuff. everybody feels like this, right? feels like they’ve been shut off. right.  

maybe five. right in the middle. like not gonna shoot myself but i’m not wasting your time. a nonanswer. like could be worse could be better. like i need help but i don’t want you to worry even though i need someone to worry about me because i can’t worry about myself. maybe five. but what if five is too small. what if five is too big. what if -

“on a scale of one to ten,” he repeats into your silence, and then pauses. “and please be honest about this.”

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I’ve signed up for a local art show. This is #1 of ten 5x7 paintings that will be displayed in February. I’m excited to paint and also have the chance of selling my artwork. #artwork #artshow #artisan #acrylic #painting (at Lewiston, Idaho) https://www.instagram.com/p/CIyx5sSJCak/?igshid=1q65n06m2zal8

#1 #artwork #artshow #artisan #acrylic #painting

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#idahome 😊

i seek for comfort in isolation–

the kingdom of silence

is my vulnerable inhabitant

that keeps my sanity intact

when the rest of the colors

inside of me turn black

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Visual: My Own Private Idaho (1991) dir. Gus Van Sant

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