Monthly Archives: June 2009

seersucker summer pants

Posted on June 25, 2009 by mariko

Seersucker summer pants, originally uploaded by super eggplant. So maybe not the best photo, but you get the gist. These are wide-legged, comfy pants with a side zipper (invisible zipper!) and butt darts. The pattern is from, yes, a Japanese … Continue reading →

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send in the clowns

Posted on June 23, 2009 by mariko

I’ve decided to join the circus! Just kidding, but if I ever DID join the circus, I wouldn’t need a new wardrobe. So even though I am poking fun, I actually like this clown shirt. You can’t really see the … Continue reading →

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Pentel multipencil

Posted on June 20, 2009 by mariko

Pentel multipencil, originally uploaded by super eggplant. Recently I was thinking that it’d be really great if I had a multipencil. That way I could have colored lead for marking and highlighting in addition to good ol’ regular lead for … Continue reading →

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battle of the multipens

Posted on June 17, 2009 by mariko

I have Japanese pens coming out my ears, but I knew I wouldn’t be able to resist buying a couple during my recent trip to Japan. In order to narrow down the selection and try to keep my head from … Continue reading →

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Ch ch ch chia

Posted on June 12, 2009 by mariko

In my first experiment with chia gel, I made these molasses spice cookies using chia gel instead of oil. Chia gel is made from chia seeds, which are supposed to be a superfood, packed with antioxidants, low in fat, and, … Continue reading →

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a shirr thing

Posted on June 10, 2009 by mariko

Oh my gawd, I made something else! I know, it is hard to believe. I have been wanting to make this sundress by Heather Ross for a couple years, and I finally got around to it. The pattern is free … Continue reading →

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Fake smock top

Posted on June 8, 2009 by mariko

I know, I know, try not to die from shock, but I did indeed finally sew something. When I was in Japan in April, I picked up this cute pattern by Yoko Nogi for a simple top. I didn’t look … Continue reading →

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Seam tracers!

Posted on June 5, 2009 by mariko

Seam tracers!, originally uploaded by super eggplant. I got some more Japanese pattern books during my trip to Japan, so I have some patterns to trace. Seam allowances aren’t included in Japanese patterns, so I got some of these clever … Continue reading →

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Fruit enchiladas

Posted on June 2, 2009 by mariko

Fruit enchiladas, originally uploaded by super eggplant. Sam and Dave were just here in Portland, and we were lucky enough to have some very fine meals with them. They actually met in culinary school, so they are no food slouches, … Continue reading →

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