Maxine Moved In With Me!

If you're familiar with Maxine, the "tell it like it is" cartoon character, you will recognize her as this doll.  I inherited her.  I love her and will give her a good home.  When you push her button, she gripes,   talks like only Maxine can.  I had a doll chair in storage, and she fits perfectly in it.  I'll get a lot of pleasure chatting with her.

Last week, I picked up a few patterns at Jos.  One, the handbag pattern that DebbieCook has been making in beige camo. I'm thinking of making the large version in green camo.   I also got a couple of Burda patterns, basic jackets and I love that swing coat.  Also a Simplicity. Along the way, I spotted a rack of plaids.  I don't sew with them often, but this black/red/white one caught my eye.  When I felt it, I knew I had to have it.  It's a "cushy", soft, thick brushed cotton. 

From it, I cut this old Stretch&Sew Barn Jacket.  It's not feminine, nor fitted, nor pretty.  But it feels wonderful, and will be perfect for fall leaf raking, or apple and pumpkin picking, or just romping with the grandkids.

I'm short just a bit of fabric, so I'll pick up a solid flannel tomorrow for the under collar and cuff facings.  I won't be sewing until next week, but this will be ready when I can get to the machine.

More later.