Snow is not always a bad thing

Because of the snow and ice storm we experienced today, I had to cancel two trips scheduled for today and tomorrow. (Long story but itinerary changes were going to cost a fortune. Delta's grip on the Cincinnati market is unbelievable!) So, although I participated in the first 4 hour meeting via conference call, I avoided 3 hours of auto commuting and 6 hours of air commuting. That's a whole day I gained! Woo hoo!

So as soon as I logged off my work computer, I headed straight to my sewing room to use my "found" time. I decided my next project is going to be Vogue 8351, a morph between View A & B.

I am going to do the scoop neckline from View A with the longer sleeve from View B. I raised the neckline an inch and brought it in from the sides about 1/2 inch so it was more suitable for a work dress. Dominantly male industry + professional woman in low cut dress = disaster!!

I am using the fabric shown below, which was also used for Lori's top (Girl's in the Garden) and this dress (this exact fabric is used in the Simplicity pattern photo.) I purchased the fabric from JoAnn's clearance rack for $3 / yard.

And on another note, since I was home for lunch, I used up the leftovers from French Dip Sandwiches I made a couple days ago to make beef and noodles.

Gotta run... My son just called me - "Dinner's Ready, Mom". Ahhhhh, what a great day. Life is good.