20 January 2012

my birthday scarf

Zack: Mama, are you 18?
Me: (trying not to burst out laughing) No, I'm 42.
Zack: (eyes big as saucers) Really?
Me: Yes.
Zack: Oh.
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I was just getting used to being 41; I really liked it, more than 40 but it had a nice ring to it. You know what I mean? Sure, 29 was nice too; not yet 30, but we can't go back there sad to say. Now 42, eh? No comment ... yet.
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I found this gorgeous ruffle fabric and had to do something with it. I tried to make a skirt but have to redo the elastic part ~ don't even ask. So I had some of it left and made an infinity scarf out of it. Just stitched a wide strip together to make a large circle and voila! a scarf to wrap around twice. I love it!! They had the fabric in several others colors -- perhaps I need to make a few more.

My husband took today off from work to be with the birthday girl-me so here's to a fantastic weekend planned. See you on the other end of it ... until then be cosy and creative! I'll eat cake for you.

26 comments:

Pilar said...

Have a nice day!!

Nancy said...

That is such a beautiful shade of blue Tanya. HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I hope you can celebrate it in a very special way.

anneke said...

happy birthday! have a great days with your loved ones.

gracie said...

Have a wonderful Birthday...day!

Carol said...

Happy Birthday Tanya. 42 is a wonderful age, in fact whatever age you are (or want to be) is a wonderful age!
The scarf is one of my favourite colours, yes, go back and get more colours.
Enjoy your day with your family and eat lots of cake.
Carol xx

Shirlee said...

Happy Birthday Tanya! Blessings, Shirlee

barbara said...

I'm convinced that All Will Be Revealed during our 42nd year. I'm about halfway through mine, and still waiting for someone to whisper the secret in my ear, but in the meantime, I'm having a good year and enjoying it. I hope you do, too!! :))

Best wishes, now and always!!

Rachel said...

Happy Birthday Tonya!

SewAmy said...

Happy Birthday!

Penny said...

Have a wonderful birthday with all your 'boys!' And do enjoy the weekend ahead.....

Vivi said...

Happy Birthday, love this blue color, reminds me of turquoise stone

Rachel S-H said...

Happy birthday! the scarf is beautiful!

cucki said...

happy birthday dear..
have a fun day xx

Michelle said...

Happy Birthday Tanya - I wish you a lovely day. Aren't little ones funny. Last year my little one asked me how old I was and when I said 44 - wow he said thats as old as God x

Elizabeth said...

Happy birthday! It was so nice of your husband to take the day off. I hope you have a fantastic weekend and enjoy as much cake as possible.

Nicole said...

Happy Birthday Tanya! I hope you have a wonderful day!!

Penelope's Beehive said...

Dear Tanya ~
Wishing you a birthday overflowing with love, laughter, and all things beautiful!

Most warmly,
Judy

valerie said...

Happy Birthday Tanya! I just love your scarf. The color is perfect!

Rachel V said...

Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy! What a treat to spend the day with your husband!

CalamityJr said...

Happy birthday, you sweet young thing (18??? lucky you, lol)

Barb said...

Happy Belated birthday Tanya -my daughter will be 42 this year and she says she will then know the meaning of life the universe and everything-So as it did not work for me can I pick your brains as her birthday isn't until May.!!
Oh I can feel an idea for stitched piece for her birthday -how about it lol.
Enjoy your weekend.

Laurita Hall said...

Have a happy birthday!!!!

The scarf is so cute!

Hugs,
Laurita

elenamac said...

happy Birthday Tanya!!

Hugs from italy
elena

Jackie said...

Happy Birthday Tanya! I hope you have a great birthday weekend!

LOVE the scarf. It looks really soft and a bright punch of color is always good in the winter.

msmartello said...

Hope you have a fabulous birthday Tanya!!

Maureen

Julie said...

WOW! Hubby took off from work!?!? You are one lucky gal, Tanya. You are loved, that is evident.