Next Wednesday I've scheduled a photo shoot for the new color satchel that will be released later this month. I've mentioned before how much I love shopping for the clothes to be worn in the photographs. When else does one get to go shopping and call it work? I've always wanted to be the costumer for a television show, one with really stylish characters. Can you imagine the budget they get to work with and all the free stuff designers send them?

Anyway, the funny part is I usually spend so much time selecting the right skirt and then only the top half of the model is seen in the photo. Or, I'll find a super cute top to be worn with jeans and the bag will be photographed on the model from the waist down. For Wednesday's shoot I have a distinct look that I want achieved. I couldn't find the right dress to accomplish the look so I'm making it myself.

A couple weeks ago I quickly ran into Hart's and purchased some fabric, but it just wasn't right and was really bothering me. Today I went back and found the sweetest pink fabric. Of course I had to complicate the thing by selecting fabric with a scalloped edge for the hem. So, rather than just making it easy on myself, I now have to make sure that when I cut it out the length is exactly perfect.

Being that I haven't sewn a garment since high school and am a little rusty, this should give me a good challenge. I always do this when making dresses. Every year when I was little my Gran would make my sister and I birthday dresses. I would always manage to select a pattern and then come up with modifications to make it "better" and drive my Gran nuts. Looks like I haven't lost it, but this time I'll be the one dealing with it.

You may be thinking, "quit rambling about this dress and tell us about the new satchel color." My dear friends, you will be very happy with me. Tomorrow I will be announcing details on how you can win a free one. See you tomorrow!