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Got up and got dressed for work, then decided I felt too crappy. Just woke up again. Yikes.
RT @redambition: Who else is going to the Girl Geek Dinner meetup tonight? 😀 // Me! Crap. Better practice my talk a bit more today. 🙂
A site I specced a long time ago has just launched! http://t.co/jFk2gEyl Well done to the @Sitback team – looks great.
#sewvember day 11. I finished a new skirt! A-line with a waistband and invisible zip. http://t.co/B0AOEdDa
@randomknits So pretty!
Classy ladies out for dinner! @ Universal http://t.co/qH22slXf
Gaytime Goes Nuts, Lady Marmalade, and Ménage a Trois. @ Universal http://t.co/PZHMkp82
@randomknits Um, you were exposed to if at Halloween. Badly.
Thinking of getting tickets to Regina Spektor at Enmore next month. Anybody else want to go? (cc @drkknits @lemon_lime @knitness)
@knitness @drkknits @lemon_lime They’re a little pricey. $100. Reserved seating.
@knitness @drkknits @lemon_lime Hee. Saturday Dec 8.
@RoseRed_Shoes @knitterjp Hailed like crazy in the Rocks. All melted now though.
@drkknits @knitterjp @knitdra Interesting. Some of us did. Wonder what criteria was. I’ve spent maybe $100 there in the last year?
@drkknits @knitterjp @knitdra More importantly, if you want any of their stuff at 30% off, let me know.
Accordion AND steel drums AND belly dancers in the Rocks at once is too much hipster eclecticism, even for me.
@randomknits @drkknits @knitterjp @knitdra @redambition Weird. Maybe because they have our email addresses?
@Opheli8 That made me smirk.
@drkknits @knitterjp @knitdra Or maybe there’s a Special People Club and me and @randomknits and @Yarna_ are in it! 😛
@3rd_Gen_ I definitely saw ukulele. Possibly burlesque… though it may have just been a Sydney goth.
@knitterjp @drkknits @knitdra @randomknits @Yarna_ Well, @RoseRed_Shoes got it too, so it can’t be THAT exclusive. (I KID!)
@RoseRed_Shoes @knitterjp @drkknits @knitdra @randomknits @Yarna_ I didn’t buy any of those. Hm.
@toastman @3rd_Gen_ Too late! I am on the bus and the busty lass in the black lace is far behind me. Get yourself to the Rocks!
@drkknits Many years ago I wanted a bunny but the Snook said it would chew up all his computer cables. 🙁
@Opheli8 Wait, @toastman’s here? Is this the type of party I want to be at?
#sewvember day 9. This is the first skirt I ever made! http://t.co/BEquphP9
@FlavourCrusader Let me introduce you to @witty_knitter and @thesiswhisperer. They’ve been there.
@drkknits Don’t tell the bunny-lovers, but I’ve eaten them. Tasty little buggers.
@knitterjp @RoseRed_Shoes @drkknits @knitdra @randomknits @Yarna_ Huh. @purple_velvet got hers in the POST so there’s an Even Specialer Club
@toastman When I have time for commissions, I’ll let you know. 🙂
@FlavourCrusader Huh. No idea! Haven’t been over there in a long time…
Discovered former colleague has been talking me up to new client. That was nice. 🙂
@trpurcell GO THE KINGS!
I would like to say some special thanks to whichever one of you left the mini bottle of bubbly at my house at Halloween. *hiccup*
@randomknits Also, DECOLLETAGE.
@witty_knitter I liked the bit about retracting the retraction. It’s like the SMH was being passive-aggressively bitchy.
Hello, Internet. This wistful hipster and his penguin would like you to donate to Movember. http://au.movemb http://t.co/SFUKHuuU
Nearly finished a skirt tonight, but I ran outta zippers. Crap. #sewvember
@randomknits Look in the mirror. Do you see anyone with purple lips? It might have been them.
@Helen__H Cat Protection Society in Newtown! That’s where we got ours. 🙂
Repeat Crafter Me: Owl Granny Square Crochet Pattern http://t.co/VBc70cSZ // ARGHHHH SO CUTE. CROCHET. KILL ME NOW.
@knitterjp He looks way more thrilled about it than I am. 🙂
@knitterjp I mean the idea of getting up and leaving the house. Not a babby at Guild. Those are fun. 🙂
RT @KnitGuildNSW: You can now join the Guild or renew your membership online. http://t.co/Hooof8lb
Went to Atlassian’s new offices tonight to practice my GGD speech for next week. Very cool place – freezer full of ice creams! Thanks @pyko
#sewvember day 8: It was hot today so I wore the Sorbetto I made last year. http://t.co/qfY6W4om
RT @redditflipboard: My worst fear for Star Wars ep. VII [r/funny] http://t.co/TSiGfTon // Let’s be honest. I would SO buy that DVD.
Every time I open the closet to feed the cats, I’m like DAMN, what smells so good? Oh right. 100 scented IKEA tea lights @drkknits bought.
At first I was doing the topknot ironically, but now I kinda like it. Feels like I’m from a dystopian future http://t.co/09ilNGBr
@toastman BRILLIANT idea. Putting it on my list.
RT @catehstn: Prettiness is not a rent you pay for occupying a space marked “female” – http://t.co/X2swODYj /via @triketora
RT @GGDSydney: Only 5 more days until the next GGD meet up at Atlassian – register your spot now 🙂 http://t.co/L7VL5UtY
Anybody else get an email about an invite-only sale at Morris and Sons??
RT @acarboni: Dad changes all references to Link in Wind Waker to female so his daughter knows girls can be heroes: http://t.co/ZEngX8Y8 …
@steven_noble That’s a feature, not a bug. You have a little snoozle in the sun, and then the cheers wake you when something happens!
@zephyrama @redambition Nah. In my experience, if you’re a white literate English-speaker who can afford fees, Australia welcomes you.
Indiana, I am disappoint.
@nolim1t You’ve met @lemon_lime, right? 🙂
Just collected my share of yesterday’s office Lotto syndicate win. http://t.co/2nnfqWY5
@randomknits very cute!
RT @BarackObama: RT if you’re on #TeamObama tonight.
Mourdock lost, so at least I can celebrate contributing to that. Suck it, jerk.
@gilmae Rape babies are a gift from God.
My Australian co-worker: “Looks like the world is safe for another four years.” I may have to go get a beer.
Did I mention I was BORN IN OHIO? Yeah, I’ll claim that one today. Buckeyes rule.
RT @swandives: I might have to go buy some more of Campos’ Obama coffee blend to celebrate. #election2012 // Amen!
Wait, Maryland’s same-sex marriage law is winning? I am so thrilled for @lemon_lime right now. Almost makes me happier than Obama win!
RT @dana_olinsky: I’m so excited to wake up tomorrow & take my birth control #4moreyears
So in 24 hours: my Melbourne Cup horse won nothing; my Lotto syndicate won me 90 cents; my vote won me a President. On balance: winning. 🙂
My favourite gif of the last election, and it still makes me laugh and laugh. WOOOOO. http://t.co/RcW1hX7Z
RT @pixel8ted: Well… Thank fuck for that. #election2012
“By the way, we have to fix that.” NO SHIT.
I get a thrill when @the_snook mentions me on Reddit. Michelle Obama just got that times, like, a bajillion.
Stayed at work late to listen to Obama’s speech. I’m going to have to walk home in a thunderstorm. Still worth it.
Llook out Llarry! It’s the llandllord! Perfect day. @ Peace Park http://t.co/d40PX2fO
And yes, that’s a llama with a chicken on its back. I love Chippendale.
RT @DanJCass: Obama – Hillary texts: @bow_and_arrow http://t.co/lOlvs4oh #hillary2016
Obama and a llama. Good day. http://t.co/dxj2RCcj
Our differences unite us http://t.co/VaYoJ5q5 // *SOB* (cc @lemon_lime)
How-To: Dinosaur Heels http://t.co/zZyFrOQl // This is totally for @redambition
Hey Knitters…. It’s alive! http://t.co/t99Hc46D Many, many thanks to @lemon_lime for all his hard work!
@spycoredotnet I just discovered that place on Monday. I LOVE IT SO MUCH.
@Helen__H You guys are making the rest of us very jealous. 🙂
@Helen__H Yeah. I’m actually coming over tonight to practice with @pyko. Can’t wait to peek at your new offices. 🙂
RT @EaterNY: Momofuku Milk Bar Now Serving Thanksgiving Croissants http://t.co/z9XrCNEC // @drkknits – idea for Sewvember Thanksgiving?
Voting via email is pretty cool, but you don’t get a sticker from the polling place.
Good grief. If I was standing next to the accountant, we’d look like Jess and CeCe from New Girl. And spoiler – I’m not the CeCe.
Woo! Won office prize for Best Dressed Female. WINE! #winning http://t.co/qfVwdlHD
I did not win the sweeps. Hopefully this is because the universe intends me to win the Lotto tonight.
Just remembered why I always associate US election results with a hangover. #MelbourneCup
@mattgemmell Not judging by my Facebook wall. I went to high school with a lot of people who tend to vote against their best interests.
RT @BarackObama: This guy’s counting on you: http://t.co/ydViBEEj, http://t.co/xtEzAWXk
@randomknits I had one. Love the idea of it, but had it removed after 6 months. Didn’t work as well for me as my Depo.
@nolim1t I suspect you cheated on that one, Barry. 🙂
RT @GGDSydney: Registrations for the November 13 GGD meet up at Atlassian now open! http://t.co/qM7KqfG3 // I’m speaking! Sign up now!
@drkknits This is for you, btw: http://t.co/dSgxOU7N
@webblastsyd You still need any sponsors for summer #webblastSyd? My company @Sitback might be interested!
#sewvember day 5: another Tova top, made by me a couple months ago. http://t.co/eAeXxglT
@drkknits Have you ever seen Community? A couple AD actors have cameos in it (including Buster). Also, it’s HILARIOUS.
@drkknits Community takes a few eps to hit its stride. Lots of crazy movie homages, weird genre pieces, etc. Kinda geeky.
@drkknits Yeah, it’s the setup so fairly conventional. Give it some time. Also, New Girl is my new fave sitcom. Loving it.
@drkknits My mom got Joey a little black dog. They named it Theodore Roosevelt Garberick. Rodd started singing”It Ain’t Easy Bein’ White.”
@drkknits We actually did suggest Franklin to them. As I said, it was a black dog. 🙂
Today I sewed little plastic horses onto a giant flower that I plan to wear on my head tomorrow. Seriously. http://t.co/Lli8V33G
I have to say, standing in front of the picked-over rack of cheapass fascinators at Lincraft on the day before Melbourne Cup is depressing.
@pixel8ted Yikes. Did you at least win?
@FortWayneDaily @MiscMarci My Aunt back home in Indiana just sent me the link on Facebook. Very sad for his family. He was a great guy!
RT @MargaretAtwood: Elephant speaking Korean: http://t.co/Odk3Su8e Mr. Shucks the Elephant would like this! // ANNYONG!! HE SAYS ANNYONG!
@drkknits But, but, Halloween is all commercial & offensive & American! Now I’m going to go drink my face off and gamble like a good Aussie.
#sewvember day 6: the Hazel dress I finished last night and a giant horse flower for Melbourne Cup! http://t.co/qgYEYDXq
And in case you’re wondering, I’m wearing the giant horse flower on my head ON THE BUS right now. An old dude smiled at me. 🙂
@AndyVo20 Thanks! Fourth one I’ve sewn, and second of this pattern. I’m getting better…
@AndyVo20 Nah. Just an idea I had with some friends. Most of us are aiming for one thing a week.
Emailed my vote last night for the election. I hope Mourdock suffers crushing defeat so I can tell him he should see it as a gift from God.
Arrested Development reference in the SMH! Paging @drkknits… http://t.co/x0mv0JpM
@redambition Curly red hair! Oh, how I wish it were mine. Very pretty. 🙂
@crumpet Ooh, I like it! Need to do more thrifting in my sewing…
Forgot to mention: I paid my Guild renewal via PayPal last night. THIS IS THE FUTURE, PEOPLE. Exec is testing it now. Live very soon!
@randomknits Very pretty! I am so envious of your easy access to such beautiful fabrics. 🙂
Just suggested we form a syndicate for tonight’s Lotto drawing. Enthusiastic reception from staff. MORE MONEY TO LOSE, YAY!
@twelveeyes Freeze them and turn them into ice cream!
@twelveeyes http://t.co/e5AVGjsG
The eternal debate: do I pick my horse to back based on the punniest name? Or the one where the jockey has the prettiest colours?
RT @DDsD: Battlestar Galactica prequel Blood & Chrome will launch this Friday, online! http://t.co/iu3x3lWJ // cc @drkknits
Mom called. Dad called. Nothing brings the family together like an overtime Irish victory!
@AndyVo20 @pixel8ted Fantastic game, eh? I’m hoarse from yelling in my living room. Wish the NBC stream didn’t suck so much!
@pixel8ted @AndyVo20 Fan and very proud Domer alum!
@drkknits Very cute!
RT @Salon: “We’re sending $612,500 overseas every minute in support of our current automotive lifestyle…” http://t.co/OaczKcXC
Holy shit. I sewed myself a fully lined Hazel dress! Not perfect, but definitely wearable. Just need to hem… #sewvember http://t.co/6SCgmuOG
@knitdra Yay for finished dresses!
@kateslemay It’s the fabric. It’s a border print along one edge!
@knitdra @randomknits Mine’s for Melbourne Cup! But I still need a hat…
Back is worse. Self-medicated with wine and episodes of Community.
@devvyleys Too late! Kris and Snookums in the morrrrrrning!
@venks79 Wow, great run!
@randomknits Beautiful! I think the design suits you better than me.
RT @jchyip: This American Life on loopholes http://t.co/HNyvgysF
#sewvember paralysis. Need to make my Hazel smaller on top but bigger on bottom. They join with gathers. Can I just do that?
@randomknits So just don’t worry about it? The gathers will take care of everything? Just wondered if I should angle in top of skirt.
@pixel8ted They don’t align though; it’s gathered so you can force it to align. Just wondering if it will be too full with extra width.
2nd #sewvember question: should I line the Hazel? Fabric is kinda sheer. Make full dress and hang inside out? Or is it trickier than that?
@pixel8ted I’m mostly asking those who have already made it if it’ll be bulky. @randomknits thinks I should just go for it, so I will.
@RoseRed_Shoes You might be right. I don’t even know where to buy one! Suggestions?
We hung our new art today. Suddenly our place feels very grown up! Thanks artbuds! http://t.co/THHCWagG
Day 3 of #sewvember: finished 1st motif of quilt! Also started cutting dress… http://t.co/GiPYMWr9
Thanks for all the lining advice. Decided to make dress up to point of attaching facings and then decide! Also, border prints = MEGA FUN.
Crap. Appears cutting my fabric last night re-injured my lower back. Bugger.
OHMYGOD NOTRE DAME HAS TIED IT UP! SCREAMING IN CHIPPENDALE. THIS IS NOT GOOD FOR MY INJURED BACK, BUT NEVERTHELESS: JIG TIME.
HOW DID PITT MISS THAT? I AM HAVING A HEART ATTACK.