tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post4946018975038696747..comments2024-03-14T16:03:32.434-04:00Comments on Gertie's New Blog for Better Sewing: Great Tips for Fabulous PostureGertiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04314542159287533507noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-32557672263393593292011-05-23T17:11:41.395-04:002011-05-23T17:11:41.395-04:00My college singing teacher gave me the best postur...My college singing teacher gave me the best posture advice (she sewed all her own beautiful suits, too). She told me to imagine my body was suspended from a string attached to my solar plexus. This creates a long yet relaxed line...perfect for getting plenty of room for air!kristenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07586636418231373163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-10622151317574299512010-07-07T22:03:03.563-04:002010-07-07T22:03:03.563-04:00I had a dance professor in college who told us to ...I had a dance professor in college who told us to think of the pelvis as a big bowl of soup filled to the brim. If you tip your pelvis too far in any one direction, the hot soup spills. Weird, but helpful.Peggyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08411846976683327253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-6934713149189457932010-06-23T18:04:07.797-04:002010-06-23T18:04:07.797-04:00Great post on improving one's posture. I find ...Great post on improving one's posture. I find that if I walk with my chest UP, my shoulders naturally drop. And that whole tilting of the pelvis - so important - for the lower back if nothing else.Linscottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04076826830708811495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-22936130305676345182010-06-19T18:30:04.663-04:002010-06-19T18:30:04.663-04:00thinking of a string pulling up from the crown of ...thinking of a string pulling up from the crown of your head is maybe a less gruesome way to think about standing tall. And then there's always the Alexander Technique mantra: <br />Let the neck be free so the head can move forwards and upwards and the back can lengthen and widen.<br />It really helps me to realize that I'm holding in my tummy/sides, when I should either loose the weight or wear spanx instead of using muscles to try and be a shape that I'm not :-/violarulz/ducksandbookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06223425002708139409noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-69948400021886256862010-06-18T16:18:06.520-04:002010-06-18T16:18:06.520-04:00I have Gunn's book and love it! I agree that i...I have Gunn's book and love it! I agree that it is so much more than another run of the mill fashion book. Glad to hear you're enjoying it. :)amberhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12029076436322883513noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-79547182813157869572010-06-18T14:00:34.246-04:002010-06-18T14:00:34.246-04:00I LOVE the idea of bistro pelvis, it's such a ...I LOVE the idea of bistro pelvis, it's such a perfect way to describe it. And an easy way to remember it. However, as others have said, you may need to have some pilates experience to get the best idea of how to stand properly!Kerrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-23008186844267584362010-06-18T01:33:42.007-04:002010-06-18T01:33:42.007-04:00Okay, now I really want to read that Tim Gunn book...Okay, now I really want to read that Tim Gunn book. It's definitely time to cull the closet.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04570957657213845621noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-64251285551460563382010-06-17T16:51:05.719-04:002010-06-17T16:51:05.719-04:00Just read this article after returning from my pil...Just read this article after returning from my pilates class. It made me smile and got me instantly into an upright position on my couch.<br />I started to work on my posture in the mid of my twenties and have now (with 30) finally reached a point where I'd say it's ok. Those slouchy 90s and always being one of the tallest weren't helpful in my youth.<br />Btw: A good posture also enables you to ride a bike without holding on. ;)christinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18084668122322535968noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-87619093857819446832010-06-17T01:02:00.533-04:002010-06-17T01:02:00.533-04:00I need to get Tim's book. I loved your posting...I need to get Tim's book. I loved your posting!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06065502157360291921noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-19236564223324989412010-06-17T00:12:48.438-04:002010-06-17T00:12:48.438-04:00I love your blog! I will definetly be thinking of ...I love your blog! I will definetly be thinking of my posture from now on! I am now following you! You can follow me at mymodernguide.blogspot.comAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02934558740775578321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-12392714122576324102010-06-16T19:05:34.013-04:002010-06-16T19:05:34.013-04:00ohh and don't you just forget how much of a hu...ohh and don't you just forget how much of a hunchback you are until you get up from your machine after a few hours of hard yakka at the machine... phew its toughThe Long & Winding Bobbinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14658194250368257881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-35605426829657286792010-06-16T17:44:08.513-04:002010-06-16T17:44:08.513-04:00I love any blog that combines clothing and posture...I love any blog that combines clothing and posture, especially one with such excellent tips. For my bad computer posture, I use an old straight back dining chair. With feet flat and knees straight, you can feel yourself pulling your belly button back and pulling your shoulders down. You'll then automatically want to pull your neck up straight.Rosalienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-38715395953847974892010-06-16T16:51:06.584-04:002010-06-16T16:51:06.584-04:00For those digging the imagery used by Tim Gunn and...For those digging the imagery used by Tim Gunn and others, I highly recommend the book The Pilates Body. It provides detailed instructions for all levels of Pilates practioners and, what I find to be, incredibly helpful visualizations both in executing the exercises and for everyday movements. Also, another great book for visualization and posture is Eric Franklin's Dynamic Alignment Through Imagery. I learned of this book in my undergrad dancing days, but I believe much of it applies beyond dance training!JZoghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17348013192930957864noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-35922148975901386792010-06-16T13:51:43.667-04:002010-06-16T13:51:43.667-04:00C’est avec un très grand plaisir que je me promène...C’est avec un très grand plaisir que je me promène sur votre blog. J’apprécie particulièrement votre respect et qualité de la couture ; bravo pour votre « boutonnière passepoilée » c’est le nom employé en couture en France. Bonne continuation.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-57733282724819899852010-06-16T12:46:34.760-04:002010-06-16T12:46:34.760-04:00Great post, what a good idea to post a follow up t...Great post, what a good idea to post a follow up to last week's discussion! I do the pigeon-toe thing as well..one more habit to work on breaking! I've been working on shoulders DOWN not back as well. Of all the things I read, that one really stuck in my mind!Tasiahttp://sewaholic.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-3727781859132343492010-06-16T12:41:01.468-04:002010-06-16T12:41:01.468-04:00Obviously one of the few people in the world who h...Obviously one of the few people in the world who has never heard of Tim Gunn, I enjoy your blog, Gertie. Your suggestions always seem applicable and timely!Charlotte Holmeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09584389308420834826noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-80262194714207700902010-06-16T12:20:04.807-04:002010-06-16T12:20:04.807-04:00Great tips! I considered reading all the comments ...Great tips! I considered reading all the comments on your other post so I'm extra glad you shared these (I got to around 30 then gave up)<br /><br />I think you've convinced me to buy that Tim Gunn book!Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12566789647356468402noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-48065165726828964212010-06-16T12:04:52.918-04:002010-06-16T12:04:52.918-04:00Great post Gertie! Thanks for the mention - both ...Great post Gertie! Thanks for the mention - both Jonathan and I are trying to improve our posture - working out on our "core" as you suggest is working!<br /><br />My mother has always advocated the bottom in tummy tucked in method. . .which I have largely ignored until now.Pamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13197442485237029218noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-29208553243484447262010-06-16T11:29:38.969-04:002010-06-16T11:29:38.969-04:00Great tips. I've read this book by Tim Gunn. I...Great tips. I've read this book by Tim Gunn. It is an excellent read.<br /><br />Trudy<br />www.sewingwithtrudy.blogspot.comTrudyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11649677045881448393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-18455487123392360332010-06-16T11:25:51.967-04:002010-06-16T11:25:51.967-04:00Excellent tips, doll! Thanks!Excellent tips, doll! Thanks!Darcihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02936847220360997738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-36767639326493499222010-06-16T11:11:15.541-04:002010-06-16T11:11:15.541-04:00I had a massage last week -- I expected to hear th...I had a massage last week -- I expected to hear that tension was in my back. Nope -- along my front upper chest. Therapist said I was rolling shoulders forward from sitting at a computer, etc, all the time and showed me how to push them back and down into the right place. Scary.FITZhttp://fitzfabulous.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-52058723709116185612010-06-16T11:07:01.777-04:002010-06-16T11:07:01.777-04:00Great post! I agree with the shoulders down rule -...Great post! I agree with the shoulders down rule - it's also much better for your back. I think Mr. Gunn's book is going to be added to my wishlist.Chedva @Rooms and Wordshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02455663512696981450noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-90935772110634019622010-06-16T11:00:22.509-04:002010-06-16T11:00:22.509-04:00What did we do before Tim Gunn?
I hope you enjoy...What did we do before Tim Gunn? <br /><br />I hope you enjoy the yoga classes - the 4 tips you describe are, when put together, essentially mountain pose. So, it sounds like you are off to an excellent start.Cliohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05552253628640209694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-66016739221205573542010-06-16T10:46:51.584-04:002010-06-16T10:46:51.584-04:00I was the little girl who wanted to play outdoors ...I was the little girl who wanted to play outdoors in the dirt and stuff. My Mother was the woman who forced me to walk around with a dictionary on my head. <br /><br />I hated it. I especially hated how she made me walk that prissy one foot in front of the other walk so my stockings (when I was old enough to wear them) would swish and my hips would swing. Charm school wannabe - ugh.<br /><br />Luckily I had a super GrandMama who ended the torture one day by volunteering to take over so Mother could do other things. <br /><br />We giggled and goofed around and her gentle "We short women need to stand up straight to be noticed" is all it took.<br /><br />Of course, 40+ years later I am slack about it on occasion. Thank you so much for the helpful hints and suggestions! You rock!Beckyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01495309815825183088noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-87949944640146677352010-06-16T10:45:13.680-04:002010-06-16T10:45:13.680-04:00I stole that book from my former crazy houseguest ...I stole that book from my former crazy houseguest and never looked back. <br /><br />I love Tim Gunn, and I love that people are as sick of the 'exaggerated pigeon-toe pose' as I am.<br /><br />GarnetAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com