Lights, Portal - Guitar Practice

I have been getting back into learning guitar, since my trip to Texas. This week I have been trying to play with strumming patterns, which is a lot harder than it seems (at least for me). The best way to describe singing and changing your strumming pattern, is like patting your head and rubbing your stomach at the same time haha. 

This video is a Lights songs, from the album Little Machines, and it's one of my favorites! Maybe after tons of practice I'll get better but I don't think I did too bad. I learned these chords super fast in just a few minutes ( simply just G and Em chords) but trying to sing "well" and playing is still something I am not so great at :/

Check it out! 

https://youtu.be/p4s2UXNNY8k

Nurse Cape

I really wanted to make my own winter jacket this year. I have been wearing the same winter coat for the past few years now, because there is no way I could ever justify spending over $100 on a new coat. My sewing skills have drastically improved, so I decided to take on this big project. 

I was sifting through Pinterest and found a vintage photo of a nurse wearing a beautiful cape like jacket and I needed to have one of my own, so I started by sketching what I wanted the coat to look like on a small scale and brainstormed how I would piece together a pattern. I then sketched my finalized pattern on to large sheets of tracing paper, cut out my fabric pieces, and sewed together my pieces. I used bright red flannel for the lining and black anti-pill fleece for the rest of the coat. I attached a brass button to fasten the collar and I also made a strap to cross of the chest to keep the coat closed, but I have yet to attach it. 

I am very impressed with the results! Definitely could use some touch ups, but overall the coat is great! 

xo