Monday, January 21, 2008

I'm calling her Jan


Here is our newest family member. Quite photogenic, wouldn't you agree??

Haha. I've had my ol' Kenmore for a good 10 years and really didn't think that I needed anything more than that. So I kinda shrugged him off when Jzboy said he wanted to give me a new machine for Christmas. Then we browsed a few Sew & Vac shops and a couple Janome/Babylock dealers. Didn't take me long to change my attitude. Jzboy did a lot of the research - because there are some serious techie points to consider. I fell in love with this Janome after getting a very good demo, a promise of lessons for the life of the machine and that was that. Those lessons are certainly going to come in handy as I have NO IDEA what to do with 14 feet!

Christmas gift + a full liquidation of the Jade fund x limitless creative opportunities = Priceless Distraction for Waiting IA Mother2Be

Steppin' it up a notch...or 20.

24 comments:

  1. Beautiful AND photogenic!

    Lea

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  2. Drool...love the new toy!

    Keep smilin!

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  3. I snorted seeing this pic - 14 functional feet indeed! Congrats on the new arrival - Jan is a beaut. I know you'll put her to work in the best of ways.

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  4. Wow! What a thoughtful hubby you have. Enjoy being creative with Jan.

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  5. You go girl. You got skills, no denying that.

    Now someone get me a Blueberry already! Cute little sucker, that one.

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  6. WooHoo, now you have your own BWM!!Congrats on your gift, and I can't wait to see what you create with this beautiful new family member!!

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  7. I expect the etsy shop will have more and more stuff now that you've got THAT gadget!
    It's lovely...

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  8. Fancy, schmancy and saxy as all get-out ;0)

    Can't wait to see what you whip up with it.

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  9. I was going to guess a serger... close! Wow, congrats on the new machine!! Have fun!

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  10. Whistle whistle!!! (I don't know how to spell that noise you make when you see someone totally hot)

    :-)

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  11. Sweetbabyjesus! Where's the little metal steaming thingy to foam the milk?

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  12. Whoa.... WOW. I saw this pic and in my eyes, it glowed like the inside of that briefcase in Pulp Fiction!!!!

    This thing is AWESOME!!! I am SOOO jealous!!! And LESSONS??? Where do I sign up???????

    Can't wait to see all the amazing things you create with it! CAN'T WAIT!!!

    PS - check my recent post out... you're in it, and you'll never guess what it's about...ROFL :)

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  13. Wow! Great choice! If my Elna ever dies, I'm getting a Janome, too. Their sergers are fantastic, BTW. I'm envious that you have time to sew. I have a lot of naked baby, Barbie and Ken dolls and I'm itching to sew. I have to do the moses basket for my sister soon, too, because her shower in next month.

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  14. Yes, but can it digitally record TV programs?

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  15. Once I get around to finding time to research a new machine, I'll have to check this one out. All I have now is my mom's 40+ year old Singer. Keep us informed as to how it works out. I have little experience too and will be anxious to know how you end yo dping with your new gal.

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  16. You lucky duck!!! Enjoy!!

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  17. I am so happy you're happy!

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  18. I must be honest ~ Jan is a tad intimidating. Who am I kidding, she is VERY intimidating! I know you will have her purring like a kitten and whipping out all types of fun fruits!!!! :)

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  19. Is there such a things a sewing maching envy? Love your new baby-Jan!!!

    Lisa

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  20. 14 feet? That is the octopus of sewing machines.

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  21. She is beautiful. I wish... nah. She's better off in your hands, where she will get all the lovin she deserves!

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  22. Dude. 14?! Awesome. I cannot wait to see what you and Jan dream up next.

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  23. I thought I might find the answer to my question over here!
    Lovely machine. 14 feet!?! I'm jealous! I only know how to use 2 of mine so far, though. Loving "Indigo" btw.

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