Update on Sewing Resolutions/Goals

Remember this post just a few days ago!
http://danvillegirl.blogspot.com/2007/12/sewing-resolutions.html

Well five days into the new year and I have bought four new patterns. Shopping Spree
BUT! My staff gave me a VISA Debit Card as a Christmas present so I could buy whatever I want. Thus this pattern purchase and as well as a subscription to the new
BMV Club offered by Vogue/Butterick/McCalls was a gift! They are a thoughtful group of people, don't you think.
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  1. *LOL* Girl you just rationalize that purchase away, okay!

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  2. What a wonderful staff to know just what you wanted! You better keep them.

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