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the engineer's other life

 KatTheEngineer ― http://www.engineersotherlife.com

A collection of hobbies, including sewing, cooking, crafts and photography. In general, the things I do that *aren't* engineering!

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Listed: May 15, 2011

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Kumeu Show 2013 - my award-winning photography!

Kumeu Show 2013 - my award-winning photography!

the engineer's other life ― I entered a bunch of photos in the Kumeu Show photography contest - they only had to be 5x7 prints, so there wasn't much investment required. Aside from being excited about seeing my work displayed, I won $27 in cash plus a $25 framing voucher -...

Tags: Photography, Amazing, Life, Rural Life, New Zealand

KatTheEngineer ― 10 weeks ago

Kumeu Show 2013 - the indoor exhibits!

Kumeu Show 2013 - the indoor exhibits!

the engineer's other life ― There is really something for everyone at the indoor exhibition. Contests for the preschoolers, through to categories for the 70+ age group. Floral arrangements, cakes, photography, various arts and crafts, produce contests... the list goes on....

Tags: Prosaic, Photography, Life, Rural Life, New Zealand

KatTheEngineer ― 10 weeks 2 days ago

Kumeu Show 2013 - the animals

Kumeu Show 2013 - the animals

the engineer's other life ― Agricultural shows have animals all ways - farm animals on display, competition animals, and petting zoos. We spent time looking at all of them, because animals are great! ∙ Animal exhibits are always popular with families ∙ Naw, ...

Tags: Photography, Life, Rural Life, New Zealand

KatTheEngineer ― 10 weeks 4 days ago

Kumeu Show 2013 - the entertainment!

Kumeu Show 2013 - the entertainment!

the engineer's other life ― I'm going to split this over a few posts - so many pretty photos, and hopefully a little insight to life in rural New Zealand. Seeing as Auckland isn't likely to become Melbourne any time soon, I'm learning to love this semi-rural city. ∙ ...

Tags: Photography, Life, Rural Life, New Zealand

KatTheEngineer ― 10 weeks 6 days ago

Vogue 1159 - a lovely struggle.

Vogue 1159 - a lovely struggle.

the engineer's other life ― Vogue 1159 is out-of-print, but still available at the BMV website (and possibly elsewhere). ∙ I bought it years ago in a fit of inspiration, but was overwhelmed and intimidated by the reviews. Mismatched notches! One giant confusing ...

Tags: Sewing, Lessons, Clothing, Vogue

KatTheEngineer ― 11 weeks 5 days ago

Over wedding dress shopping before it begins

the engineer's other life ― Chris and I have been engaged for a while now. Nearly six months, even! While there is no rush, I did take myself wedding dress shopping last weekend at the suggestion of some friends. It's good to know what's out there, right? ∙ My basic...

Tags: Prosaic, Wedding, Sewing, Riddle Me This, Lessons, Life

KatTheEngineer ― 12 weeks ago

McCalls 6435 - the accidental Star Trek shirt

McCalls 6435 - the accidental Star Trek shirt

the engineer's other life ― I need yet more long-sleeved tops to wear at work. I love button-down shirts, but sometimes it's nice to be a little more comfortable. ∙ McCalls 6435 has been on my list for a while. It has long, short, or 3/4 sleeves (and I see no reason ...

Tags: Shirt, Sewing, Clothing, McCalls

KatTheEngineer ― 14 weeks ago

Jalie jeans - or "how I replaced the broken zipper of doom"

Jalie jeans - or "how I replaced the broken zipper of doom"

the engineer's other life ― As you can imagine, I wanted to set these jeans on fire after the Great Zipper Disaster of 2013. That was NOT FUN. ∙ No serger, but this works for me!But that would have wasted the time and materials I'd already put into them. If I'm ...

Tags: Sewing, Pattern Adjustments, Lessons, Clothing, Jalie

KatTheEngineer ― 14 weeks ago

A denim tragedy

A denim tragedy

the engineer's other life ― I'm so angry. ∙ It takes me about a week to sew a pair of jeans, thanks to limited spare time (something everyone can relate to!). And you all know I'm trying to spend the time on doing things right, and getting a good finish. ∙ So I...

Tags: Prosaic, Sewing, Riddle Me This, Lessons, Jalie

KatTheEngineer ― 15 weeks ago

New Zealand International Air Show 2013 - not good

New Zealand International Air Show 2013 - not good

the engineer's other life ― This air show was pretty disappointing. I've been to dozens (?!) of these in my lifetime, so I'm speaking from experience! It was well organised, with plenty of food stalls, toilets, and good transport logistics. The big screens dotted around were...

Tags: Aeroplanes, Life, Review, New Zealand

KatTheEngineer ― 16 weeks ago

Style Arc Melissa and Linda - my new work besties

Style Arc Melissa and Linda - my new work besties

the engineer's other life ― I'm all aboard the Style Arc train - frankly, I think you all should be too! ∙ The Melissa shirt was an attempt to simplify - I love my Vogue princess seam shirt, but I also love the streamlined look of 'menswear' shirts. It's cotton-linen,...

Tags: Shirt, Prosaic, Sewing, Pattern Adjustments, StyleARC, Pants

KatTheEngineer ― 16 weeks ago

Starting afresh with young engineers

Starting afresh with young engineers

the engineer's other life ― This is a break from regular programming, but I want to share this story. ∙ We currently have an influx of young/graduate/new engineers. Which is great! I love seeing people learn new skills and take pride in their qualifications and work. ...

Tags: Prosaic, Riddle Me This, Work, Nerd

KatTheEngineer ― 18 weeks ago

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