Congratulations Sewfast! Please contact me at djc at cedesign dot com with your mailing info so I can get this box off to you (and off my kitchen counter!).
In other Giveaway news, Mareen — I've also FINALLY sent your Fabric.com giftie on its way via email so check your inbox!
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I made it to Joann's for thread and made some progress on the cammie purse yesterday, but not as much as I wanted. So finishing that is on the sewing agenda for today. This style is the same one I drew up a pattern (and made numerous muslins) for the cammie purse I carry. Except this one is turning out SO MUCH NICER due to better interfacing choices. I can see that I'm going to have to re-make mine, and possibly turn this pattern into another for my Etsy shop cuz if there had been a pattern like this one when I was making that first cammie purse, I would've bought it. So I'm thinking maybe others are also looking for a similar bag style (sans cammie, probably!).
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And in interview news — I had my second interview this morning. I left 90 minutes beforehand to allow myself some traffic congestion, and I was there in 20-25 minutes. So I sat in my car for a while and read a book I brought along (Dreams of My Father by Barrack Obama). This firm has two locations, which are not really close to each other and on opposite sides of Tampa. Last week's interview was at the main office. Today's was at the "satellite." Both are gorgeous spaces, and the one where I'd actually be working is where I was today, with the shorter commute. I got there at 8:51 AM (parking garage stamped the time on my ticket!), so I was driving pretty much during actual peak time.
It went well. After the initial "sit-down," I was walked around and introduced to everyone (and you bet I was noticing what they were wearing - kind of everything from business casual to full business). I take that as a good sign. I also take it as a sign that I may have some serious shopping and/or sewing to do.
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And in other completely unrelated-to-anything news — I switched my car insurance from my current and long-time provider and will now save over $200 per year with the new one. Here's a shout-out for USAA. Wooot!
As someone who has worked in HR for a long time and changed jobs plenty of times, if they are walking you around introducing you to people, you can take that as a VERY good sign. They're picturing you there. :) Can I be the first to congratulate you??? ;) Glad you're landing on your feet after such a difficult and painful life transition. So happy for you on the weight loss. BTW, my current Weight Watchers leader is a gal after my own heart. She's lost 147 pounds and she SEWS!! :) Made the dress she wore last night and it was cute.
ReplyDeleteI second Claire, sounds like you'll be getting some good news soon!
ReplyDeleteA purse pattern to match the wallet would be a great idea. It's always nice to have a little income on the side, particularly in these difficult economic times. I sometimes sell things online for this reason, but the money is pretty much all earmarked for more fabric and patterns and supplies and....
Great news on all fronts Debbie! Let us know when they offer you the job.
ReplyDeleteOooh, I am getting excited for you, too. And here' another shout out to USAA. They carry our insurance and they are my bank as well....they refund ATM fees so I can use any bank's ATM. Plus always helpful and a delight on the phone.
ReplyDeleteBest of luck in the job obtainment!
ReplyDeleteI agree on the "buy" signs, that's great!
ReplyDeleteAnd I'll third the shout out to USAA - they are awesome to deal with and when you call them, you talk to someone here in the States!
I assume you sat in your car reading with the AC on? :-)
ReplyDeleteSounds like a promising day all in all. And how are you liking the book? I keep reserving it from the library...then something comes up...
I'm looking forward to you expanding your etsy line, and I Love USAA! - I've had it since 1980, and I wish they could do homeowner's insurance in FL again.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with the job!
Definitely sounds positive..Good Luck!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Debbie! Better get busy on your new wardrobe because it looks like you'll be heading to work soon!!!
ReplyDeleteStill keeping my fingers crossed that you get the official, "You've got the job interview".
ReplyDeleteRe car insurance. I didn't switch insurance companies but I did ring and complain about our current premium recently and saved over $350/yr. Makes you wonder about these companies. :/ Why wasn't I getting this in the first place?!!
Sounds very positive indeed !
ReplyDeleteAs a fellow legal secretary, just wanted to say that I'm rooting for you! It definitely sounds like a good sign when you're being shown around the office and meeting potential co-workers! As for USAA, my boyfriend always buys its insurance when he needs temporary coverage when occasionally renting a car. (He doesn't own a car because it's not really necessary where we live.) He's from a military family, so it's really the only insurance he's ever known. A very low-key, no-drama insurance -- that's the best kind!
ReplyDeleteUSAA rocks! We bank, insure and do everything else they offer. Their customer service is exceptional. Good luck on the potential job!
ReplyDeleteGood luck on the job, Debbie. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you.
ReplyDeleteWhat interfacing did you find that worked better in the new cammie purse?
Theresa in Tucson