Ladies and Gentlemen of the jury

Today Brooklyn has given me a big old lump of belated coal for christmas.


Anyone know where a girl can get a gavel in a hurry? Maybe a £500 barrister wig? The summons said to "dress with respect for the seriousness of the proceedings". Let the deliberations begin.

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DisplayLink CES Kickoff

Last night, the media got a sneek peak at the innovations being unveiled at CES 2009, and DisplayLink was there to demonstrate new monitors, docks and wireless adapters with built in USB graphics.

New products powered by DisplayLink graphics at this year's show include:

• HP Mini 2140 netbook connected to four displays via the new HP USB 2.0 universal docking station.
• The Nanovision MIMO mini-display powered by USB providing a dedicated monitor for instant messaging.
• A walking demo of the wireless USB graphics adapter running video.
• New Samsung and Acer monitors

Whe the show floor opens on January 8th, DisplayLink can be found by visiting the USB Tech Zone in South Hall 3, Booth 30368.

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New for 2009.....

My newest products of 2009 are now available on my website. The Andalucia skinny scarf, My cropped hostess apron, and DIY kits for girls!

They are first of many to come. I've been working on patterns mostly this last week and almost have them just right. It's exciting! I hope you like what is to come!

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New year - new goals - new ideas......

Well if you are like most people you wrote out some new goals last week and are desperately trying to keep them. :)

I'm right there with you! Although this year I made fewer goals and will be focusing on one until I get it accomplished or under control and then tackle another. Seems to be more successful that way and less stressful.

New Goals?? If you are looking for alittle inspiration and something new take a look at this. The Inspired Room blog is focused on building a beautiful life this year. The plan? set twelve key word goals for living the kind of life I want in 2009. They are talking simple stuff and it will be a regular feature on their blog each Friday. You can hop on the beautiful life wagon as well and show off when you've focused on that week and link up to them to share. Check out their blog post for all the details. Hopefully I will be sharing a few things with them throughout the year.

New ideas and hobbies on your brain? I had several requests in my "what would you like see in 2009" giveaway post about basic sewing tips, tricks and how to's. I will be posting more tutorials this year - and all mine are pretty simple and easy (that's the way I like to work) ;) - BUT in the mean time and for those wanting to brush up their skills before then, check out the Beginner Basics ebooks section on YouCanMakeThis.com. and don't miss their free ebooks section too! Fun projects could be just around the corner

and here's another tip from me about getting your sewing projects done. I may have posted it before but I need another reminder as I refocus on my goals and figure out how to get it all done with my new baby. :)

Take one day and cut out all your projects for that week. Then whenever you DO have time to sit down and sew, all the "prep" work is completed. It can easily be sewn up and finished! Instead of a big pile of "I'll get to it tomorrow"................sound familiar?

I am going to be better about getting back to doing this. It makes the projects seem to go that much faster when they are cut out and just waiting to be sewn up!

So pull out the paper you wrote those goals on and give it another go or re-evaluate what you'd really like to do this year! Make it a great day!

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The spoils of friendship.

I have the best people in my life. I really do. I'm not trying to brag or anything, but I really think they're the best and it's not just because they give good Christmas presents. Although they all DO give the best presents.

Oh my gosh. A Steiff fox puppet from Jim. It's tag says Der Schlaue Fuchs which translate to The Clever Fox. In case you didn't know, I love foxes. I love antique Steiffs. I love Jim.

Antique french initial tape from Mary-Kate (Jim's momma). This was from her collection and it was tucked in with a whole host of other treasures. What a kindred spirit.

My dad's high school varsity letter from track. or football. or both. He once beat the pants off the rival high school's track star, who later won at the Olympics. An athlete and a scholar!

Jay Gatsby would certainly approve of the amazing vintage Ralph Lauren sweater my big sis found for me. She knows I still have a crush on Mr. Lifshitz, sometimes you just don't grow out of middle school phases.

My mom knows how much I love pens; fountain pens, penmanship, ink wells, the whole nine yards. She found me tons of old-new nibs in an antique store and now I'll just have to practice while writing her letters.

My dear Ginny found this perfect Dartmouth pennant at a flea market in Atlanta, after we set a firm No PRESENTS rule. She is so naughty, wonderful and generous, but naughty.

Dartmouth is what WASPy people call the family school of the Emersons. All of the Emerson men went there and my mom even applied as a joke in 1970, 2 years before they accepted women. She got a politely worded letter in return that said basically "thanks but no thanks". Too bad my artistic ambitions precluded me from keeping the family tradition alive

All amazing and old presents, they know me so well!

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A girl's best friend

Nearly 100 years ago, my beautiful great grandmother Tina had this poster sized picture snapped in Fargo, North Dakota. The best presents under our tree this year were full sized copies for all. I can't wait to find her a good frame.

She was a gentle, elegant soul and almost completely deaf. And she smelled like gardenias, as my mother remembers.

Her husband E.J. started the very successful (and still operating!) Fargo Glass and Paint Co in 1917 that subsequently provided her all of the huge feathered hats and diamond rings a girl could ever want.

Family legend has it that Tina never particularly liked this picture because it didn't properly showcase her 17" waist. Her corseted waist, mind you. T'was a different time.

My friends will recognize the little bit of Tina that sparkles on my right hand everyday, without fail. It's been handed down in our family from woman to woman and I am so proud to be a part of her ranks.

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And we have a winner.......

Happy NEW YEAR!!!! thanks to everyone who participated in my giveaway. I really appreciate the feedback, suggestions and pleadings (*snicker*) for items/tutorials and ideas you'd like to see here on my blog and my website in 2009.

Well let's get to the winner because I am sure that is why you have stopped by! LOL

the winner of the apron is .......................GINA LEE !!!!

Congratulations!!! I have emailed you - check your emails and follow the instructions asap. You have 4 days to claim your prize!

on to other news....I've doing alittle playing and alot of designing, cutting and sewing. I'm excited to debut some new items and hope you like them too. I've been playing with some andalucia fabric too!!! and those wanting a skinny scarf...............pssstt! they are coming!

enjoy your day! xo- Meg

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