Every once in awhile, I look at one of these pretty aprons I have hanging around (and there are several) and think- when are you ever going to use that? You know, put it on...cook in it, clean in it...just put it to work and enjoy it. (Although you might recognize one of these as a prop in the book.) Well, that's my plan for this long weekend. There is so much to do here that keeps getting pushed aside so I can get back to the keyboard or the studio. A stack of work orders on the desk- designs to noodle out, sketches to send, projects to finish. All your kind and thoughtful emails to answer.
But there is that other buzz too- taking place away from here- in the rooms, through the doors just steps away. Our anniversary, children home, parades, food, friends....aprons. I'm there.
Wishing you all a safe holiday weekend- getting out those neatly folded parts of your life- or even the ones that need a little extra care. Wrinkled and rumpled, they are still our favorites- the ones we love the most. xoC
Have a wonderful Memorial weekend, Charlotte.
Lorrie
Posted by: Lorrie | May 23, 2008 at 11:56 AM
everything is rumpled here...missed you while i was distracted...hugs and blessings, rebecca
Posted by: Cre8Tiva | May 23, 2008 at 12:43 PM
I know what you mean about those great aprons - love having them around, but forget to use them when needed. Thanks for the reminder. Have wonderful holiday weekend & happy anniversary. Hugs, Troy Louise
Posted by: Troy Louise | May 23, 2008 at 02:18 PM
Pretty aprons!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Becky
Posted by: Wonders Never Cease | May 23, 2008 at 02:48 PM
nicely put!
Posted by: amy | May 23, 2008 at 08:22 PM
I have struggled with the "best" way to photograph aprons...and now I see that the best way is quite simple. Congrats on another beautiful book!
Posted by: julie | May 23, 2008 at 11:16 PM
I love aprons! Putting one on makes cooking and cleaning more fun. Don't know why exactly, but it just does. My mom always wore won. Of course, my grandmother,(Nonnie) did too. I have several and have just gotten the cutest pattern for another one. Imagine wearing one for a Memorial Day BBQ picnic in your backyard!
Posted by: Rebecca | May 23, 2008 at 11:45 PM
Have a wonderful weekend. Love the new book!!
Janey
Posted by: jane jennings | May 24, 2008 at 03:24 AM
Wrinkled and rumpled but still favored . . . lovely description of memorials to our lives.
Posted by: pamelajane | May 24, 2008 at 12:34 PM
Hi Charlotte, So nice to hear about someone else who loves to gather & collect pretty old aprons!!! On top of that I also seem to collect fabric & patterns for them as well???...There is no hope for me!...Have a lovely weekend!....So enjoy your blog!...Heidi :)
Posted by: heididevlin | May 24, 2008 at 10:45 PM
I love the idea of putting on a pretty apron and cooking for the family but always forget until I spill something on my clothes... perhaps it would also help make cooking seem more fun? Have a lovely long weekend.
Posted by: nel | May 24, 2008 at 10:50 PM
Oh I could not live without aprons. Have a lovely weekend and do not work to hard. Clarice
Posted by: clarice | May 25, 2008 at 10:21 AM
Mmmm a wrinkly rumply weekend sounds heavenly. I hope you have wonderful week!
Posted by: Miss Sandy | May 26, 2008 at 09:42 PM
I got my book today!! JOY!! I got it for my Mom for her birthday, but I might have to order her another one. I'm already making plans for a project. Thanks to you for so much inspiration!!
Posted by: Doreen | May 27, 2008 at 09:52 PM