yes and it is all over...I bought the YCMT pattern for boutique bags. Didn't follow it exactly, but pretty close. That's how I sew most stuff.
Yah, I am a winger too! But I have to admit I have come up with some nice looking things (and some not so, but we won't discuss that here!)I use fusible fleece on the outside layer and interfacing on the lining.
I wing it too. I use a pattern but if i don't get why they tell you to do something is usually when I just wing it.So I suppose I should actually buy a pattern instead of trying to wing it???
I don't like Play Doh either!! Atleast not in the house or the car. Play Doh can stay outside with the Moon Sand and the Sidewalk chalk.
I have to say that I think it is strange for a teacher to say that to you. I taught for 8 years before I had my girls and I was never anything but grateful for all of the gifts I received. And I think a Starbucks GC is a great gift, even though I don't like coffee I would still treat myself to a frappuccino or one of their baked goods and be thrilled. Perhaps people have forgotten their manners when receiving a gift and should just remember to say thank you, or at least remember it's not the gift but the thought that counts. Most kids are so happy to give a gift to their teacher (and my kids were middle school, and were still excited) that I can't believe someone would risk breaking their hearts by saying something. Sorry, but that really bothers me.
If you are trying to buy a gift for a teacher and aren't sure what they like I generally stick to Target gift cards. I used to do the VISA gift cards but now they charge too much for them (I have to pay to give you money). I figure there is something for everyone at Target (groceries, clothes, Starbucks, homegoods, etc.) and it's one of my favorite stores. I will say that I have gotten some strange gifts over the years but my students never knew that I was anything but thrilled to receive them.
Luckily, I think I've seen everyone of my kid's teachers drinking something from Dunkin Donuts, it's around the corner from the school. Of course it is, this is New England there is a Dunkin Donuts on EVERY corner! 
I wing my bag patterns too, Usually decide how I want them to look then do a pattern of my own, cothing I tend to use a pattern, but have been known to do my own
Have done a pink cotton dress for my daughter for Disney, but need to take pics tomorrow
The bad part is I have to pack all of those clothe, plus 4 petti's and MY clothes
Can you tell I'm procrastinating(sp?) We leave Thursday after I get 
of work!
, but I know she loves seeing the kids get attention! Plus I love looking around the parks for customs! I don't really see much , I hope to see some this trip 
He is growing up soooo fast He's my sweet little boy
I wing my bag patterns too, Usually decide how I want them to look then do a pattern of my own, cothing I tend to use a pattern, but have been known to do my own
Have done a pink cotton dress for my daughter for Disney, but need to take pics tomorrow
Here's what they are wearing to Crystal Palace!
Attikus's outfit, sorry he's asleep so no modeling tonight!
No, my mom (NaeNae) made those
Okay I just did my first applique ever. It came out okay for a first time, but how on earth are you supposed to sew around a curve? Do you need a special foot or something?
Here it is
And here is an upclose picture of the applique. See my woes with stitching the curves.
My DH told me I'm not allowed to make my daughter wear that. I didn't think it looked that bad. Thanks honey.
That's my mom's name!!! LOL her name is ReNae but when we have kids they will call her NaeNae!!!
That's to funny. DD4 came up with that name when she was little
