Thank you very sincerely to anyone who has been patient with all the email problems I've been having. As one problem has gotten solved, another problem has cropped up, but I am hopeful that all will be well soon. Right now it appears that all email going to aliciaATaliciapaulsonDOTcom IS actually getting to me, though anyone sending mail to that address will also receive an error message. But I've been assured that this is temporary, and will be corrected soon. Enough of that! I HOPE.
I have been so busy working on a million things that I haven't had a moment to relax, but I can't wait until I do. I do not do well when I have to be this busy. My voice rises to a fever pitch and starts worrying any animals and small children who happen to be in the vicinity of my conversations. I went in and looked at my fabric stacks longingly this afternoon, and that was fun for a few moments, especially when I noticed that I had some room at the top of those shelves. Happy sigh. I truly love having just the right amount of empty shelf space — I keep it like that, so there is always room to accomodate things when inspiration hits. I don't like it when everything is all filled up.
My mom and I took a mini-break and went to the mall for lunch today and I bought a new duvet cover because I have wanting one for about five or six years now and just couldn't find the one I wanted. Who knew they made Liberty duvet covers? I didn't. I thought it was darling. I got that instead of the mountain-house dress. Both so cozy, it was hard to decide, though I have historically chosen bedlinen over clothes. I think I was the only 7th grader I knew who spent her allowance on sheets.
I love that duvet cover. I so wish they made the PBKids stuff in king size. :( I hope we get to see the bed all made up.
Posted by: Jennifer | October 06, 2009 at 06:54 PM
It's gorgeous, I'm glad you finally found a great duvet cover. Sorry you are having so many problems with your e-mail, hopefully it will resolve quickly.
Posted by: Jennifer | October 06, 2009 at 07:24 PM
Oh wow, I don't even sew and just looking at your stacks of fabric are inspiring! They seem so random and so organized all at the same time. Love the colors.
Posted by: Michelle Meyer | October 06, 2009 at 07:28 PM
Lovely photo of your stash! Thank you for sharing!
Posted by: Amanda | October 06, 2009 at 08:16 PM
That's funny, but I suppose if you got tired of the sheets, you could always make a dress. Aren't you the clever one. Blessings, Janet
Posted by: Jan | October 06, 2009 at 08:27 PM
haha you sound similar to my mom--i'm pretty sure she's the only 7th grader i've ever heard of that begged her mom to let her refinish the buffet in the dining room. what the hell?
Posted by: Claire | October 06, 2009 at 08:28 PM
A boy I was totally MAD for in high school (and college and beyond, but whatever... that's beside the point) bought me the sweetest Monet-inspired duvet cover and sheet set for my 18th birthday. One of my best presents ever. I still have it...
Posted by: Michelle | October 06, 2009 at 08:32 PM
Every time I walk into the studio to hurridly iron something to wear, I too, look longingly at my sewing desk with TWO projects set upon just...waiting. And my stacks of fabric and YARN...all just waiting and waiting. All summer long I told myself that I was going in there to spend a blissful day or two or three, but NEVER did. It's sad how neglected my projects are lately.
Posted by: Shelley (Pink House) | October 06, 2009 at 10:30 PM
That duvet cover is gorgeous indeed. And your stash.. wow. Do you mind if I stay and drool for a bit? ;-)
Posted by: karin | October 07, 2009 at 01:07 AM
You made me laugh when you said you were the only 7th grader you knew who saved to buy sheets. You are not alone! I would save my babysitting money to purchase vintage hankies and linens and one year I saved for almost 2 months to buy the coziest flannel Christmas sheets for my bed,happiness. Can't wait to receive my felt ornament kit, they look absolutely adorable!
Posted by: Jennifer | October 07, 2009 at 03:26 AM
i haven't wanted a new duvet cover for five or six years, but i do now. that liberty cover is divine and a good value for all that yardage. hope you find some quiet time, soon. that's usually good for us because you make new things to share. xo, c
Posted by: cindy | October 07, 2009 at 04:40 AM
I can relate, I'd choose an estate sale over the mall anytime! Have a great day!
Posted by: susan | October 07, 2009 at 04:41 AM
I love that you bought something for yourself from PB KIDS! And the Liberty duvet is a new item and gorgeous! Hoping you get a few moments of rest VERY soon.
Posted by: Rebekah | October 07, 2009 at 06:52 AM
Great picture. Hope things move into a peaceful flow sooner rather than later.
Posted by: Heather | October 07, 2009 at 07:35 AM
That duvet cover looks like it was made especially for you. Can't wait to see the photos!
Posted by: Julie G. | October 07, 2009 at 08:23 AM
Yummy duvet cover, and I can completely relate to the joy to be obtained from a cozy bed! I found a delicious king size duvet cover some years ago at our Goodwill, which appeared to be brand new. It was patched in pretty pink and blue prints, with a ruffle (which usually improves things, in my mind), and when I looked at the tag, I realized why I'd been drawn to it. It was by Rachel Ashwell, whose fabrics I love almost as much as my life-long love affair with Liberty fabrics! A sewing friend says, give me Liberty or give me death. Then there are Key West fabrics, Cath Kidston, Kaffe Fasset.... Mmmmm, time to run home and sew, sew, sew!
Posted by: claudia horner | October 07, 2009 at 09:00 AM
That duvet cover is precious! Clothes are great and all, but bedding you get to enjoy every day, right? I love climbing into my bed at night since I bought a new comforter too.
Posted by: Misty | October 07, 2009 at 09:05 AM
Oh how I love varied colors of fabric stacked in piles! Great choice on the duvet cover!
Posted by: Stella | October 07, 2009 at 09:43 AM
Oh! I love that duvet cover! It looks like dianthus? So pretty. And I loved linens as a teenager too :)
Posted by: Sally | October 07, 2009 at 10:01 AM
Worth the wait.
I can get much more excited about linens than clothes for me... if only I looked good in a duvet cover!
Posted by: Natalie | October 07, 2009 at 10:06 AM
When I get busy I get that fever-pitch voice too. My husband calls it my "monkey howler" voice....as in "Don't get all monkey howler on me!"
Posted by: Kate | October 07, 2009 at 11:00 AM
Alicia, I think you might be interested in this blog, if you have not already been reading it.
Her courage and hardships reminded me of your recovery from your accident.
I admire both of your for how your just kept keeping on!
The name of the blog is NeiNei Dialogs.
This gal was in a terrible plane accident a year or so ago, and is going to be on Oprah today. She is awesome, so here is her site address for anyone who might be interested.
http://nieniedialogues.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Donna Martin | October 07, 2009 at 11:27 AM
That duvet cover is so pretty . Isn't great when you find the thing that is "just right". It's always worth the wait.
Posted by: Sara | October 07, 2009 at 12:02 PM
Well, now you know another who spent her allowance on bed linens. I was known to save and save for just the right set...I still love a beautifully made bed!!
Posted by: Kathryn | October 07, 2009 at 12:07 PM
Hi Alicia,
Oh, how cute...that duvet is so you! I just got a new duvet cover & shams with Target gift cards I got for my birthday. Thomas O'Brien (Rich Simplicity), they were put on clearance almost 75% off! I was SOOOOO excited! They are a light gold satiny, paisley print texture. SO luxurious and beautiful. I got the King size duvet for $19.98, and the shams for $4.98, a STEAL :). I had money left on my gift cards to buy gold sconces to match. Fall is a cozy, wonderful time to buy a duvet! Enjoy yours...:)
Posted by: Gloria | October 07, 2009 at 12:11 PM