Seattle Yogini

Whirlwind!

Hello!  It has been a very busy couple of weeks chez Yogini.  Last time I wrote, I told you about my decision to pursue midwifery.  Well, that clearly entails going back to school...which I did, on June 28.  I am enrolled in two classes - Nutrition and Introduction to Medical Vocabulary (an on-line course).  I am enjoying both classes immensely.  I must say, however, that I look forward to only having to be a student (once the studio sells or closes at the end of the month).  It is a lot to juggle right now.

Speaking of juggling, during the same two-week period I decided to make my own dress to wear to our friends' wedding, a wedding which I officiated!!!  So, there was a ceremony to create, write, get approved, at the same time that I went back to school, had two tests, and made a dress.  Whew!  I believe that constitutes a whirlwind!

So, here are the dress specifics, because I know at least one of my three readers will be interested.  :D

I turned this:

dark green cloth is a sheer cotton, chartreuse (a.k.a. "lettuce green") is a rayon lining

Into this:

The chartreuse lining lightened the overall shade of the shell, and created an almost iridescent-look to it.  I accessorized with a peacock feather hair clip, my bee necklace and simple gold earrings.

This dress held many firsts for me:  my first Colette Patterns piece (I really like that indie pattern company!), my first dress with a lining, and my first invisible zipper.  I started cutting it out on Friday, July 2, constructed it all weekend (when I wasn't studying or writing vows), put the zipper in on Thursday and hemmed it up Thursday evening.  It's a pattern I'd definitely use again, and I'm already thinking of making it with a wiggle skirt rather than the full, twirly skirt.

It was comfortable, a good color for me, very twirly (so fun on the dance floor!) and flattering.  I got a lot of "Where'd you get that dress?" inquiries, and was so pleased to say "I made it!"

I wore my new pair of Re-Mix Vintage Inspired Shoes, which the saleslady mentioned a lot of dancers wear, and I can see why.  Having danced a bit of Swing, these shoes are fabulous dancing shoes - comfy, slidey sole, secure straps:

I felt pretty, "feminine", and vintage, which is just what I was going for.  Success!

Friday Frivolity

In honor of it being the first Friday of summer, I'm offering "Friday Frivolity", in which I'll show you fun pictures and talk about things that may or may not save the world.

Today I'm going to show you a fun retro-ish hairdo.  I like to "do" my hair, which is very long and thick.  I do not, however, like to blow it dry or otherwise fuss with it.  This can create a challenge, as in order to "do" long hair a certain amount of fuss must be made.  It is my blessing and my curse.  Yesterday, I came up with a fun little "do" that looked like it took more effort than it did.  The picture below is after about six hours of wear.  It held up quite well.

Behold, the "Pompytail" (the love-child of a pomp and a ponytail): 

I have a cow-lick along my hairline, hence the oh-so-unruly portion sticking out along the left side of my bangs.

This is a very easy hairstyle.  All I used was a barrette, a ponytail holder, two bobby pins and a little bit of hairspray for the pomp.  To do this yourself, your bangs must be long enough to twist.

Instructions:  Gather your bangs and hold them straight up over your head.  Hold near the scalp, and begin twisting them.  When about an inch or two is twisted, hold the twist onto the head and push it forward, creating the rise/wave action of the pomp.  Use the barrette to secure the twist tightly into place.

Gather the rest of the hair into a ponytail at the middle of the back of your head.  I made mine super-tight in order to get the sleek look I wanted.  Use bobby pins as needed to gather loose tendrils.

I'm going to watch some youtube videos for other hair ideas.  I'm thinking pin curls, rag curls, and victory rolls (oh, my!).  What are you doing with your hair lately?