It would seem that I’ve finally got my sewing mojo back, phew, that was a worry! My beautiful machine was waiting oh so very patiently for me, she never criticised or even complained but I knew she was there, waiting. On Saturday afternoon, a beautiful sunny day with sunlight literally streaming into the house, I thought I’d make a start organising my sewing stuff. I’ve appointed myself a ‘studio’ (aka the spare bedroom) and am using my Dad’s desk as…
I can go no further without mentioning a very happy moment in my life. You may not realise it but October (and my birthday) has already rolled around and Christmas was over a week ago. Surprised by this news? Well maybe it was only in our house which would explain this: I forgive you for being overcome but I caution you that licking the screen could generate some unpleasant static sensations. Instead simply sit back and enjoy the loveliness…
No sooner had I reported on my sewing progress than my sewing machine died. A lot. The scene went like this: Me: My denim diaper bag really needs to be fixed, I’ll quickly do that before I make Neirin’s shorts. SewingMachine: Hmmmmm, not so sure Me: You can do it sewing machine, it is only two layers of denim and I am using the appropriate needle so all should be well. SewingMachine: Seriously don’t think this is happening do you?…
This weekend I finally got around to a bit of sewing, I’ve been meaning to work on a project for weeks now, perhaps even months. I’ve certainly had the pattern sitting on my shelf for two months, looking at me all accusingly, saying “When are you going to sew me then?”. Well finally I decided the moment was now. The pattern in question was the Schoolhouse Tunic from Sew Liberated. Ever since I saw it on Meg’s website I’ve been…