The whole shebang (plus 3 yards of black knit) |
I had a day off from work on Tuesday, and Mario and I decided to treat ourselves and take the bus up to NY for the day. We agreed that we weren't going to do our usual things - I'd stay away from the garment district and he wouldn't go near Midtown Comics or Forbidden Planet, his weaknesses.
That didn't last long. We got off the bus and went to grab breakfast, and while we're sitting there, he said, "If I just ducked down to Midtown for 45 minutes, could you find something to do?" We were at 35th and 7th at the time. What's a girl to do?
Watercolor flower knit |
And the problem with Kashi is that you can't leave his store empty-handed; he'd be hurt. And offended. And I do not want to hurt and/or offend the man who has the best fabric in NY and is so willing to sell it to me.
Gray/brown/black paisley knit |
It was that kind of shopping trip.
Put it this way. I keep a spreadsheet detailing my sewing projects and yardage month-by-month. As of March 27th, I had used 35 yards of fabric for the year, which I thought was pretty damn good.
Poppy print stretch woven |
And he bought nothing. Nothing. And when he met me, and saw my empty hands, he thought I bought nothing. Then he saw the 2 cuts of fabric in my bag, and realized that was not the case. And then I mentioned that a box would be arriving at the office on Thursday, and he knew.
And then he took me to Around the World Books and I bought a pattern drafting book and 3 back issues of La Mia Boutique. At that point, what point was there in trying to get virtue back on track? She'd been on a bender and the least I could do was let her down easy.
Ivory/gray/black silk |
Thankfully, Kashi ships by UPS two day, because I'm not sure how long I could have waited for all this loveliness. I opened the box at work, petted everything and stashed it into two Patternreview shopping bags so I could get it home on train. Not easy, but way better than schlepping it around Manhattan.
The top photo, left to right, bottom to top: turquoise/navy double-faced wool; appliqued net fabric (the only really pointless purchase), teal crepe, turquoise silk/cotton blend, white silk/cotton blend, tan silk charmeuse; aqua silk charmeuse; poppy print stretch woven; blue/purple/gold floral knit; gray flecked bottomweight; ivory/gray/black print silk; brown/gray/black paisley knit; medium brown flecked bottomweight. And 3 yards of black stretch knit, not in the photo.
Phew. It looks like a lot. It is a lot.
And I can't wait to start sewing it up! I've been thinking about it ever since I walked out of Metro, and waiting for the UPS guy today was a torture. Now I just need to pick a fabric, pick up my scissors, and have fun.
I think that poppy print's days are numbered, at least as as fabric. As a dress, now, that's a whole different thing.
17 comments:
What a lovely day you had together. I understand.
Lovely fabrics. Glad you had a fun day.
Now, Karen (in my best scolding voice). I don't know why you even fixed your lips to make that ridiculous statement about not buying fabric! You brought home some beauties, too!
The poppy print is lovely.
I am so envious!!! Gorgeous fabrics.
I'm glad you and hubby had such a lovely day together. Yes, one can generally never leave Kashi without something in hand. You got some great fabrics. I was there this week myself and pleading the Fifth!
Lovely Fabrics! the poppy fabric is glorious!
Rose in SV
Mario is close enough to perfect, feeding your fabric desires like that. Those are some wonderful finds.
DOn`t feel guilty - just enjoy . YOu work hard so you can spend your money how you want. SOunds like a nice day in New York.
I too have a fantasy of taking a random day off from work and going to the Garment District for some Kashi time. Live the dream!!
it sounds like a wonderful day. Can't wait to see the poppy dress. g
...I'm so staying away from Metro...you've convinced me that it's not in my best interest. Love what you got, though!
Kashi has that whole Persian host thing going on. He's so gracious and nice and you couldn't possibly offend him and not admire his fabric. And having admired it, you had to buy some.
I've only sewn part of what I bought on my NYC trip 2 years ago. I might go to the upcoming NYC PR weekend and visit Kashi again. Anyone need a roommate for PR NYC?
I would never dream of insulting Kashi! =-)
Love what you got!
Oh man, so jealous of your fabric buying spree! Other than being forced to buy Dry Flex knit from Fabric Mart, I have kept my Lenten fast. And having had a total of about 6 hours to sew in the past MONTh, I can't justify breaking it. But faaaaabric. J'adore the embroidered/appliqued netting. I think you are in a 1912 frame of mind and will find something perfect for it.
Love the poppy fabric and what a great color for you. BTW, lack of self control can be a good thing.
Love the poppy fabric and what a great color for you. BTW, lack of self control can be a good thing.
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