Tuesday, October 6, 2015

Food Fun for Halloween

Halloween has always been a challenge for me……not only what costume to wear or make but how to keep the fun in Halloween and control the amount of sugar in my house. When my daughter was little I made special Halloween candy and had fruit available but admittedly, the fruit was plain and no fun at all. Check out these easy to re-create ideas from the  Eat Smart blog. 
Vegetable skeleton....good for adults, too! A spooky take on the vegetable platter.
Vegetable skeleton….good for adults, too! A spooky take on the vegetable platter.
I love this guy! Great idea for the kids and grown-ups. Serve with salad dressing for dipping. Great for a Halloween party table.
Clementines are yummy and sweet. Great for the kids.
Clementines are yummy and sweet. Great for the kids.
There’s lots more to make and a thousand ways (or so it seems) to add sugar to the diet…..just the same, I don’t need to eat more sugar and having little ones jacked up on sugar isn’t my idea of a great time. Offering something healthy and yummy is a way to make a change.
Post by Eileen of GoofingOff Sewing….who cooks, too. The kitchen is just another place to Goof Off.
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Monday, October 5, 2015

Ten Reasons to Sew: New Listings in GoofingOff Sewing

It’s been a while since me last post and I do apologize for my absence. My upcoming trip to Haiti has my head swimming. Lots of things going on like a fundraiser this week and a breast cancer 5K in 2 weeks after that. Oh, and it’s my birthday today. Happy Birthday to me! Phew!
The costume pattern sale going strong. The sale is in it’s 5th year and patterns are going fast but there is still a selection to pick from.  The shop is growing with over 1000 items now but there’s always room for more so here’s ten of the latest listings.
Simplicity 1943 Misses' Jackets Size 16-24 UNCUT
Simplicity 1943 Misses’ Jackets Size 16-24 UNCUT
Cute jackets to dress up a pair of pants or skirt for a special evening. Just right to wear on a cool night.
Simplicity 1320 Misses' Jackets with Front and Fabric Variations, Size 116-24 UNCUT
Simplicity 1320 Misses’ Jackets with Front and Fabric Variations, Size 116-24 UNCUT
This pattern has so many variations! Great for a casual look.
I love this dress! Simple and elegant. Neckline variations. Beautiful!
This is a stunning dress no matter what length you choose. Day or evening, beautiful!
Love the Asian influence jacket.
This dress is fabulous. Very flattering. Lots of variations to make this dress special. There is a link, too, to guide as you sew.
Plus size and polished! Everything’s here to look good.
Just 3 main pieces to make this set of blouses originally published in the 1960’s. Sew Retro!
I love the neckline interest.
This looks so pretty and comfy. Casual but not sloppy. LOVE IT!
Well, that’s ten reasons to sew. There’s more coming but that’s a start.
Hope you enjoyed my birthday present to you.
Post by Eileen of GoofingOff Sewing…..Make magic with every stitch.