Catch the local train, swap to Bendigo train. Arrive in time for Lorraine to pick me up on the way to the Library for the launch of her new book, 'Chantelle's Cloak'. Good plan.
Didn't plan on the rain though. Wiped out the signals alllll along the track and turned a 1 hour early arrival into something other. I arrived 5 minutes after the Library locked the doors AFTER THE LAUNCH.
And I'd made a cape an' all.
Sigh, nothing for it.
Lorraine and I played dress-ups all by ourselves.
15 comments:
OMG!!! That cape is BEAUTIFUL!
I've wanted to make an adult-sized cape since I made a black (outside) and red (inside) one for son3 for his 6th (i think) birthday.
Finally I had an excuse! Should I? Shouldn't I? And then I saw the lining fabric...
Claire, your cape is divine. Adore the rich blue and stunning lining. I see why the answer was, Yes, you absolutely should.
Hope you get a chance to wear it soon, OR, maybe plan a dress-up party...
Oh bugger! And what a sensational cape. It's a pity VIc Rail didn't lend you a horse then you could have galloped in, cape flying, looking gallant and fabulously dramatic! jxx
Absolutely amazing, Claire. You are so clever! Hope you have lots of chances to wear it in the future! And glad you and Lorraine had a chance to have your own mini launch.
Alison
Oh...my...goodness! It is a magical cape. Splendid! Beautiful work, Claire - and so sad that the kiddies didn't get to see you in your splendour. There will be other times - and your time with Lorraine sounds lovely. So glad you got there safely!
Thanks Chris. I WILL get a chance to wear it SOON...even if I have to wear it to the shops...
VLine were very apologetic, Jen but guess they couldn't really help it. Yes, horseback would have been suitably dramatic, although I think it would look fine if I flew...
Thanks Alison,
Yes, if I couldn't make the launch, at least we could flounce around the living room!
I think I may have to carry it with me, wherever I go. Who knows when and where I (and it) *cue dramatic music* will be needed. :)
Hey Claire
Beautiful cape - stunning!!!
Knowing you, your cape is not going to be wasted - I'm sure you will find another function to 'flaunt' it at!
Can we put in orders???? Haha....
So sorry that the weather was against you for the launch - that stinks!
Have a great week - and wear your magical cloak to write in - it could inspire something....
Hugs
Tina
Thanks Tina, I have no doubt that the cape will see the light of day. Not sure when.
It was only when cutting the satin that I remember just what a pain slippery fabrics are to sew. Not sure I'd be opening the order book any century soon. :) But it actually doesn't take long, once you discount procrastination time.
the cape are the wings of a butterfly.
A story will fly from it.
love
Janeen
Er . . .my previous message was meant to read 'the cape is like the wings of a butterfly . . .'!!!!!!
sorry for the slip-up.
Janeenx
Thanks Janeen. Yes it's hard to describe the lining. I've tried rainbow droplets, birdwing and butterfly wings.
I nearly wore it to launch today, but resisted. :)
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