tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post7500660760641879011..comments2024-03-27T19:38:35.757-07:00Comments on Bag and a Beret: Finding myself through unlearningMelaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comBlogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-62582178402309117562017-05-31T15:31:44.855-07:002017-05-31T15:31:44.855-07:00Well done on the talk! that sounds brilliant!!!xWell done on the talk! that sounds brilliant!!!xKezziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15705356707599121605noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-27075066114605003372017-05-25T09:00:42.409-07:002017-05-25T09:00:42.409-07:00ππππππNo Fear of Fashionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10999161414598296313noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-17228723394381132222017-05-21T18:20:14.246-07:002017-05-21T18:20:14.246-07:00I wouldn't mind stripping to my underwear so m...I wouldn't mind stripping to my underwear so much if they weren't also asking me probing personal questions at the same time. I could only imagine, Tell us about your most humiliating date, or some such, and me wanting to crawl under a rock. No amount of underwear would have enough coverage in that case. Heh. But that's so funny that the sewing bloggers are so liberal in their sharing. Hahaha. Well done. I'm captivated by your outerwear, Carolyn. No need to go deeper. xoMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-72749410438819282212017-05-21T18:17:06.702-07:002017-05-21T18:17:06.702-07:00Thanks, Maria!Thanks, Maria!Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-63863846116851591782017-05-21T18:16:55.155-07:002017-05-21T18:16:55.155-07:00Hahaha, yeah, I was sooo worried about what underw...Hahaha, yeah, I was sooo worried about what underwear to wear. Spanx? A slip? But it needed to fit neatly under all my other layered outfits on top, pants over skirts, etc. Complicated. In the end I chose tights, spanxy shorts, and a camisole, but Vancouver Barbara held a sheet up so I didn't feel quite so vulnerable. Heh. You DO have tons of creativity, Greetje. We just channel it in different ways. xoMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-73904397957631064042017-05-21T18:15:02.507-07:002017-05-21T18:15:02.507-07:00I don't feel particularly brave either, but th...I don't feel particularly brave either, but there is a certain thrill that goes with the fear, as you know. I would LOVE for you to come to my talk. Who knows what the future holds. Always, thanks and thanks for your positive energy. xoMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-2037515797324340982017-05-21T18:12:45.478-07:002017-05-21T18:12:45.478-07:00Yeah, you know I was fretting, right? Gaaa. I rehe...Yeah, you know I was fretting, right? Gaaa. I rehearsed only in my head and so saying it out loud with acting was quite a shock. Heh. But, as you said, oh so worth it. Thanks for your support, Shelley, always. xoMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-20471681719042847792017-05-21T18:11:34.307-07:002017-05-21T18:11:34.307-07:00No video, Pao. Nope. Heh. But I feel sure I'll...No video, Pao. Nope. Heh. But I feel sure I'll do it again and I'll have it videoed. Turnip Head is next to make her grand debut. I'm so glad I know you too. Yee-haw! xoMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-14890494800834422132017-05-20T05:34:41.376-07:002017-05-20T05:34:41.376-07:00O my gosh, how I wish I could have seen your talk!...O my gosh, how I wish I could have seen your talk! I'll bet you were awesome and your outfits fabulous right down to the last sock.... the underneath it all series sounds fun, if pretty intimidating! I could name a whole host of sewing bloggers who would strip down to their (handmade) smalls for the internet's pleasure in a heartbeat, in fact, a lot of 'em already do! Not me, but :)Carolynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03156106727490224625noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-16105678671551407262017-05-19T01:05:16.993-07:002017-05-19T01:05:16.993-07:00Super outfit!Super outfit!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-51769742406197263962017-05-18T10:27:49.205-07:002017-05-18T10:27:49.205-07:00What a tremendous experience. And what a freeking ...What a tremendous experience. And what a freeking good idea to do it like that: stripping!! Girl, you have so much creativity in you. And... you are such a unique, kind, caring and giving person. I wished I had 1/39th of your creativity.<br />GreetjeNo Fear of Fashionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10999161414598296313noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-92233138900362195332017-05-18T10:25:51.991-07:002017-05-18T10:25:51.991-07:00That's "my" Melanie.... love her to ...That's "my" Melanie.... love her to bits. She is going somewhere. Getting a bigger and bigger public. Everybody loves her and appreciates her creativity.<br />GreetjeNo Fear of Fashionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10999161414598296313noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-48275398937652558212017-05-18T00:57:54.306-07:002017-05-18T00:57:54.306-07:00wouaaaa, I think it's a Great Compliment that ...wouaaaa, I think it's a Great Compliment that your talk looks like a performance!, you're creating Art and talking about 'unlearning', doubled fabulousness. I love all that process of unlearning how to dress, so would enjoy to attend your talk!<br />Travelling scares me, even visiting new places scares me. Anyway, I keep on doing all those things that scare me. I don't feel particularly brave, but I'm working on it!<br />Obviously, you look fabulous, and I love your boots, and those silky pants, and your amazing black&white coat! Love everything indeed! <br />besosSeΓ±ora Allnuthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01403540346998939207noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-30936087608081480772017-05-17T14:37:57.552-07:002017-05-17T14:37:57.552-07:00YAAAAAAAAY! I am SO happy the talk went well - I k...YAAAAAAAAY! I am SO happy the talk went well - I knew they would all respond positively to your energy. I love the second photo of you, which I imagine was your expression of relief after it was all over. Stepping out of your comfort zone can be so, so hard, and stress-inducing, but it's worth it!Forest City Fashionistahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04428940427287921203noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-55340329454819433012017-05-17T13:20:26.636-07:002017-05-17T13:20:26.636-07:00Melanie gives Joy to the World. I do hope this wa...Melanie gives Joy to the World. I do hope this was video-oed. If not, well, Encore! Encore! Or perhaps, Turnip Head could star in a flip book of sketches? I am so glad I know you. woo-wee!paohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00642040846510090078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-54741832025502717932017-05-17T02:01:39.209-07:002017-05-17T02:01:39.209-07:00Melanie,you have a beautiful personality and the m...Melanie,you have a beautiful personality and the most amazing body and everything you wear looks tasteful and posh.I often dream I am alone in the houses of people I know.Alone.Just about to find what they own,you know the interesting things.Then I wake up to go to the bathroom.I feel always good visiting your blogHopehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09922098567405119290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-87493949195169801632017-05-16T23:51:31.173-07:002017-05-16T23:51:31.173-07:00I bristle at rules for rules' sake. Everything...I bristle at rules for rules' sake. Everything is changing all the time and rules are just kind of stuck there from my viewpoint. I like to push them to move with me. It doesn't always work very well. Heh. Thanks for your insights, Sherry. I love reading your view of my process. Very cool. xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-14033279496662615182017-05-16T23:49:10.440-07:002017-05-16T23:49:10.440-07:00Tamera, to observers of your blog and IG, you seem...Tamera, to observers of your blog and IG, you seem to be pushing your creative self all the time. And yes, it definitely has a ripple effect. I always come away from your blog feeling like it's time to make something. Thanks for this heartfelt comment. xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-12307096701106203822017-05-16T23:47:40.472-07:002017-05-16T23:47:40.472-07:00I've told you already, but a thousand thanks f...I've told you already, but a thousand thanks for taking a gamble on me and inviting me to speak to such a crowd of creative experts. It was an intimidating challenge for a bumbling farker like myself. I had no idea how I would be accepted. But, wow, you guys were the BEST!! Again, hugs to you all. I think this will lead to other things in my life. I'm thrilled that your group liked it. xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-160182261239659892017-05-16T23:44:52.220-07:002017-05-16T23:44:52.220-07:00Thanks, Jill. It was fun and scary. xoThanks, Jill. It was fun and scary. xoMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-74134170917590972262017-05-16T23:44:26.451-07:002017-05-16T23:44:26.451-07:00You guys are AWESOME. I saw your website too. Than...You guys are AWESOME. I saw your website too. Thank you so much for letting me take this photo after a long evening of fabulous entertainment, including you and your troupe. As I said in the previous comment, this is one of my favourite photos ever. xoMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-84743033893270603262017-05-16T23:43:11.802-07:002017-05-16T23:43:11.802-07:00No, it's usually my fear that compels me to do...No, it's usually my fear that compels me to do such things. So not a dragon slayer I'm afraid; an ant slayer maybe. But I'll see where this takes me. <br />That last photo is one of my all-time favourites. Everything about it - the bare feet, the taxi stand, the darkness, the colour. Timing. Thanks, Suzanne. xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-54356581817450108242017-05-16T23:40:34.139-07:002017-05-16T23:40:34.139-07:00Yeah, these pants are brutal for wrinkles. Too bad...Yeah, these pants are brutal for wrinkles. Too bad there's not a portable steamer, but I guess I'd have to take them off for that or Ouch. I really wanted to do the other gig, but just couldn't. xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-82634740270927612632017-05-16T23:34:36.491-07:002017-05-16T23:34:36.491-07:00Hahaha, yes, the no-bottoms-on dream. I've had...Hahaha, yes, the no-bottoms-on dream. I've had that one too. So awful! Well, I need new challenges so I'll see what's next. Heeheehee. Thanks so much for your comment, Veronica. Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-60372378665130592752017-05-16T23:32:42.295-07:002017-05-16T23:32:42.295-07:00Pffft. You haven't seen me when I'm bad, c...Pffft. You haven't seen me when I'm bad, clearly. I'm feeling very chuffed at eating that fear for sure. Thanks, Connie. All the hugs. xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.com