Making A Doll's Dress

 Yesterday was hot and humid. There was a shower in the afternoon that left outside feeling like a sauna. The high got to 32C (humidex 38C). This morning it is cloudy and 16C. Today is supposed to be a mix of sun and clouds with a high of 30C (humidex 36C). 

Lifestyle

I only watered the plants twice yesterday as they were still wet in the morning. I also picked 6 cucumbers off the 2 plants. 

One I took over to my friend so she can enjoy it. There won't be any more ready for a while. 

I looked out at the tomatoes in the vegetable boxes and I can see another semi ripe grape tomato. I will be picking it this morning as the deer love ripe tomatoes. 

The heat is getting to me and I found it hard to get motivated to do any cleaning. No one is really motivated as you see no one outside doing things unless they have to. My neighbour has been 3 weeks working on putting new decking down and got 2 or 3 boards put down yesterday. He is about half done a 10 x 10 ft deck. Just too hot and humid. Everyone seems to want to be in the shade with ice cream. 

Sewing

I did sew yesterday. I cut out a dress for one of the Gotz dolls and got the bodice made. 

It is a very simple bodice to make and went together quite quickly which was nice. The skirt is cut out and ready for me to serge the seams and hem before attaching it to the bodice. 

Knitting

I knit on sock #2 last night and got quite a few rounds done on it. 

I am deciding if I will make the heel black and the toe white at this time. I could add some rows of black in the toe if I choose. 

Thoughts

    It was a surprise to read that there was an earthquake near Russia and that they are having a tsunami. I also saw the warning for the tsunamis down the west coast of North America and have since read that the waves have been seen hours after the quake. 

    I watched a video where Knitty Natty visited wool shops in Ontario. In one shop she showed a bag which is made out of canvas and it has a granny square trim on the front. It is fully lined and the bottom of the bag is boxed. I looked it up and they sell for $100.00. A cute idea. 

    My friend was over last night while her son's house had a viewing. We talked about items she wants to make to sell that would make good Christmas presents. She has some good ideas which she will sell at a local craft shop. She will get lots made as she sews fast and does a nice job. 

Today

I will try to wash some walls this morning. I want to fold yesterday' laundry. I will sew and knit today. I have to be home as the blinds are supposed to be delivered today or tomorrow. A quiet day for me. 

Until the next time.............................................................