The Incredible Shrinking Pants

So...Micheggy was out shopping several weeks ago, and went to an unnamed big box store to stock up on some basics. We were almost to the checkout line, when we spotted an incredible deal: Hanes sweatsuits, $3 each piece. We needed sweats. We wanted sweats. We really, really wanted $3 sweats.

We each picked out about 3-4 pieces, mixing and matching, (our own, not with each other...that would just be weird...) and when we mentally added our purchases, we decided to head back to the checkout lanes.

Our bags were filled with fresh new hoodies, sweatpants, and long sleeved Ts. We both looked forward to changing into them and lounging around the house. One evening's wear, and we were sold on comfort!

However, our love affair with our new friends was going to be quite short-lived! One washing and drying, and it was obvious that we were no longer "compatible" with Hanes.

One pair of pants shrunk about 4 inches in length, and God only knows how much in width. Let's just say that one attempt at wearing them after their trip to the laundry, resulted in a fit of laughter, tears, and perhaps even some snorting! One leg did indeed shrink about 4 inches. The other...well, it shrunk about 2 inches! They were absolutely, positively, without argument, RIDICULOUS! The "seat" of the pants had constricted to the point of revealing size, shape, and coverage of my undergarments. How could this BE? The $3 sweats were completely unwearable; well, for this 1/2 of Micheggy, anyway. The other 1/2 of Micheggy is the PERFECT height for shrunken pants! (Although, I'm not sure what she did with the one leg being shorter than the other...maybe she just leans to one side when she walks...)

All in all, it was just a few bucks wasted. However, at least we discovered that there is a way for us to now even share the same PANTS. We'll call it our "Sisterhood of the Incredible Shrinking Pants," or something like that! :)

Beginning Digital Scrapbooking

I am teaching a Beginning Digital Scrapbooking class on Tuesday, March 22, at The Craft Spot from 5:30 - 7:30. The cost is $30. In this class we will be using Photoshop Elements. (I have version 7). You will be learning:

The basic tools of Photoshop Elements
How to open and use the Photoshop Elements Editor
How to use the Photoshop Elements Organizer
How to load your photos into the editor
How to create a basic scrapbook page
How to add drop shadows
How to add text
and more!

You must bring to class a laptop already loaded with Photoshop Elements, a wired mouse, and four or more photos on your computer or a flash drive.

We will create and print a page using the "Micheggy" line of paper I created especially for this class. You will get 7 papers, 3 flowers, and 3 brads. You will keep this kit for use later if you wish.

Please bring photos that will match the green, brown and pink color scheme. This makes things much easier.

If you would like to sign up for this class, please call me at 712-480-2320 so I can have a disc ready for you.

If you are already familiar with Photoshop Elements but want to learn a little more, you can sign up for the Intermediate Digital Scrapbooking Class on March 28!

Card Class at The Craft Spot

My next card class at The Craft Spot will be on Thursday, March 3rd and Monday, March 7th. The cost is $12 and we will be making the four cards pictured below. (papers may vary)

We had a lot of fun at our previous class and I am hoping this one will fill up just as fast as the last one.

I believe I have about 7 or 8 spaces left on each night! So, give me a call at 712-480-2320 or call K. Jackson and Co. at 712-852-8806 to sign up.

I do require payment in advance. You can drop off a check or cash at K. Jackson and Co. or you can send it to me at 802 Palmer Street Emmetsburg, IA 50536.



I will see you there!

Michelle

Freaky Friday?!?

You know the movie...it was re-made several years ago with Lindsey Lohan and Jamie Curtis. They ate some weird fortune cookie and switched bodies. Well something like that is going on with Micheggy! To the advantage of Michelle and the disadvantage to Peggy!

Somewhere along the way (really since we started this blog) a change has taken place. Peggy was always the organized, non procrastinating, waiting for Michelle to finish her part of the project person and Michelle was the one with piles of paper in her office needing to be dealt with, filed or burned and finishing projects the minute before the deadline. Now the roles are reversed. Michelle had her latest projects done about 2 weeks ahead of time and was helping Peggy finish hers just before the deadline! And, Peggy has been complaining about her super messy office that is driving her bonkers!

I am sure that becoming one person that day at lunch took a tole on us. Some for good, some for....well....not so good. Don't worry, Peggy things will revert back to "normal" soon just like the movie! But I have to say, it is fun being you!

Classes at the Craft Spot

Our last post introduced Micheggy's newest adventure along with her/their friend, Kathy. This "fashionable place to craft" located in K. Jackson & Co. will also feature some fun classes each month. Micheggy will be teaching! Separately, but always together at heart!

The first class will be a card class on February 3, 2011 from 5:30 - 7:00. The cost will be $12. If you are lucky enough to get a spot, you will make the following four cards. (classes will fill up fast)




You do not need to be a member to attend class, but you do need to be a member to teach class. We will go into that at the open house on January 26, 2011 at 6:30. You don't want to miss it.

Her/their other event will be a crop night on February 25, 2011 from 5:30 - 11:30. This will be free for members so get in there during the open house and sign up!

See you soon!

The Craft Spot

Well...Micheggy has been busy with their friend Kathy creating a fabulous new space: The Craft Spot. This is a "fashionable" space for all crafters; quilters, scrapbookers, cardmakers, model makers, etc, located in the back space of K. Jackson & Co. in downtown Emmetsburg. If you're local, you should come by on Wednesday, Jan. 26th at 6:30 pm to see the space and hear all the details. We're looking forward to kicking off this little club and invite EVERYONE to join!

For The Love of Wine

Last January, geez almost one year ago, Micheggy visited Anaheim, California for the Craft and Hobby Association Trade show. We had a lot of fun but one of the greatest memories I will take from the trip was visiting the winery, yes in Anaheim with Peggy's sister, Jeanne.

One thing Micheggy loves is wine, well most alcoholic beverages, I guess. We visited O C Custom Wine in Anaheim. Here is the link if you would like to check it out for yourselves, www.occustomwine.com



















We were the first customers of the day and they treated us very well. After tasting some wonderful wines we got to blend different wines to achieve the perfect wine for us. Well, each of us ended up with a different wine blend. Then, we got to blend and pour our own bottle and put our own label on it. Our wine was called "Fruity and Full Bodied" so perfect! It was a wonderful day and a great experience.


I shared my bottle with my sister, cousins, and my aunt. They loved it!

I think our next winery visit should be to one in Iowa.