See Karen, Elaray, Elizabeth and I actually had this trip to Metro Textiles planned before the Fabu Ms. EricaB blew into town...so I hope I don't bore you with one more Metro Textiles trip...
Suffice it to say that Kashi was wonderful as usual...and I was late...as usual! Elizabeth and Karen were already there making piles by the time I arrived...sorry to say that Elaray had to work and couldn't make it...and I almost didn't make it...that darn job! *LOL* But since it pays my fabric bills and the financial industry is on its knees in NYC, I should be very grateful I have a job...
Okay enough of that...I walk through the door and my dear Kashi is all smiles. But off to the side I hear this, "ohmygosh, it can't be you!" Excuse me? Karen knows me sooooo what's that all about?! It's Lorraine from San Antonio, TX. She just happened to be visiting NYC with her parents & sister and was in Metro at the same time as Karen & Elizabeth. Here is a pic of the four of us:
Lorraine, Elizabeth, Karen (in her swim dress), me & Kashi
By the way Erica, he said that your video has caused quite a stir! He has had more calls from people saying they saw your video on the internet...
Oh and this time I didn't make it out empty handed...this followed me home!
Brown/black print cotton, black eyelet & blue/green border print
Glad you had fun! I never tire of hearing about this store....believe me when I finally make my trip up I will be talking about it too lol.
ReplyDeleteWe love to hear about Kashi.....and fabric shopping....and just wish we could be there too :)
ReplyDeleteOh love the blue and green border print! Looks like a fun place to shop. Maybe some day...
ReplyDeleteI don't think we'll ever get tired of hearing about Mr. Kashi! I'm ready to go back again! LOL Great buys!
ReplyDeleteThis is me, not sayin' nuthin'.
ReplyDeleteExcept, Renee is buying more of that seersucker? I haven't touched mine yet, from the first round. Yikes.
OMG - I 'made the pilgrimage' to Mr. Kashi last month(on what was, I think the hottest day I have ever experienced in NY - I think it was 100 degrees that day..I thought my head was going to melt a la the Nazi guy in "Raiders of the Lost Ark")and I came away with just the most incredible stuff. I should have asked Kashi to ship it to me but instead, I wandered around like some sort of beast of burden in that heat - and ended up not being able to run all of my errands because of it. I had to hit the subway to get to the Port Authority just to get inside some AC. But no trip to NY is complete without taking your shopping list to Metro!!
ReplyDeleteWow, I really really love that border print! Looking forward to seeing what you do with all of these lovelies.
ReplyDeleteLucky day all around! Wonder how often Kashi gets photographed with (a) beautiful woman/women.
ReplyDeleteI never tire of seeing pics of Metro and Kashi. Although I can feel the jealousy rise up every time I do! Love your new haul, enjoy!
ReplyDeleteHey, I got that same brown/black print from Kashi! Let me know if you need any brown silk dupioni (already washed) for trim.
ReplyDeleteBoo hoo! Waaahhh! Sniff sniff!
ReplyDelete[Seriously annoying whining] I wanted to go, too!
Hi Carolyn:
ReplyDeleteIt was a pleasure meeting you and the ladies that day! It was funny though my family and I had been at the store for maybe ten minutes. Then I saw a familiar looking dress and I was like "Is it she? OMG, it is. Carolyn, omg" hahahaha. And as you can see I'm big on hugs. lol
....so you bought that border print fabric too? lol, it's pretty, I agree. I didn't get to see your fabric purchases because I left before you guys. I'd be fun to see what each of us makes with the same fabric. :):):):)
LOL, I've been sightseeing, not just fabric shopping. I went to the museum of modern art, and the museum of natural history today. And I can't leave NYC without riding a bike in Central Park. :):):)
I think in the commotion of omg it's carolyn I probably didn't speak right, my name's Lorraine. lol, what can I say I was a little star struck, and happy. It's a small world, and meeting you ladies just proved it.
To all of those that read this blog I want to say that I'm not pregnant (despite the fact that I may look like that in the picture). I was actually asked "When's the baby due?" by a lady at another fabric shop. Much to her surprise I said "I'm not pregnant, I've just gained some weight recently and the dress doesn't do me justice either". lol, so there.
OK, enough rambling on in someone else's blog. LOL
Again, it was a pleasure meeting all of you and I hope next time I'm in NYC on vacation I may see you again at Mr. Kashi's. :):):):)
Hugs,
Lory
What a glorious time you must have had... Fabric shopping and meeting sewing friends... Heaven....
ReplyDeleteIs it strange that the photos with all that fabric behind you makes my mouth water?
ReplyDeleteI love that brown and black print so much that I decided one length wasn't enough; I went back for seconds a couple of months ago. We could start a club.... -karla
ReplyDeleteHey Sweets! It was such a great day- lots of good energy :) and even better fabric!! I can't wait to do Philly- let me know when you're up for it!
ReplyDeleteHI! I just found your blog and I am already addicted. I am excited to read all about your sewing adventures. I love your beautiful clothing!!!
ReplyDeleteYou can't go wrong when you stop by metro textiles....I am two train stops away from there. I usually trek up there during my lunch hour..... I am so loving that border print....Can't wait for see what you make
ReplyDeleteI bought that same border print at Metro on my last trip. I'm not sure what I will will be doing with it. I can't wait to see what you come up with.
ReplyDeleteOMG! I must get to Metro. Every experience reported has been outstanding.
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