Author Archives: Noile

Customized Zipper Pull for My Minoru

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Noile

I like to have an extension on the zippers I use, particularly if I may wear gloves when trying to open them, or if the pockets are inside, and a little tricky to get to.  But the plain black tabs … Continue reading →

Posted in Jackets, Tops | 6 Comments

You’re Never Too Decrepit

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Noile

. . .  to get off the couch.  Really!  You might just need to experiment (even if it’s for years) to find the thing you love. Today I did  my first long solo ride of the year:  22.43 miles.  Whoo-hoo! … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure/Travel | 8 Comments

Burda Polo Triplet

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Noile

I’ve been away, and working on several projects of various kinds that aren’t yet finished, but one thing I did manage to do before I left was to knock off a couple more of my favorite tops, from BurdaStyle’s 09/2010 … Continue reading →

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Minoru Jacket Around The World

Posted on March 9, 2012 by Noile

More Minoru Jackets! Scroll to the bottom to see (updated 17 March) (and again on March 20) Two more (September 5); Scroll to the bottom to see. Ever wanted to make outerwear, but didn’t know where to start?  Sewaholic’s Minoru  … Continue reading →

Posted in Jackets | 32 Comments

Ten Minute Skirt (Almost)

Posted on March 9, 2012 by Noile

Rhonda, of Rhonda’s Creative Life, posts a free pattern — instructions, really — nearly every Friday.  In the midst of making my Minoru, I wanted something I could knock off fast, and call “finished”.  This skirt was perfect:  It’s made … Continue reading →

Posted in Skirts | 6 Comments

My Minoru Jacket

Posted on March 5, 2012 by Noile

It’s finished!  I wore it out today, and I loooove this garment!  It’s everything I hoped it would be, and next year I plan to make an actual parka from the pattern.  Here’s the front view, with the hood inside … Continue reading →

Posted in Coats/Capes/Wraps, Jackets | 13 Comments

Minoru Zip

Posted on March 4, 2012 by Noile

I couldn’t find a 28-inch (or 30-inch, for that matter) jacket zipper  in dark red for my Minoru jacket, so I bought a much-too-long one in New York, and shortened it myself.  Generally speaking, nylon/plastic zippers are pretty easy to … Continue reading →

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In My Drawers

Posted on March 3, 2012 by Noile

Sadly, this isn’t a post about knickers.  It’s about kitchen drawers.  Our kitchen cabinets are classic metal cabinets, installed in 1952.  Though they show a few of the ravages of time, we love them.  Call me crazy, but I much … Continue reading →

Posted in Home, Misc | 8 Comments

Material Politics

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Noile

Bunny has sung the praises of Walmart’s faux leather, and has made some amazingly creative bags using it.    Though I’m not convinced that its competitors are a lot better, I admit that I’m no fan of Walmart, and I try … Continue reading →

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Trike and Trekking

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Noile

Cidell and Trena will not be impressed, but I have a new vehicle (new, that is, as of last fall): It’s my favorite form of transportation around town (though I’ve also taken it on vacation).  It’s much lighter (only 62 … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure/Travel, Misc | 16 Comments