I've been away from the blog today, as my creative impulses were directed elsewhere -- namely towards the continued pursuit of learning how to sew! I took another class at Make this afternoon, the first in a two-part workshop that will result in the creation of a little garment that looks something like this:
I had oodles of fun! So much fun, in fact, that I ran home and ordered this:
There's no turning back or chickening out or procrastinating now! I'm on my way to setting up a home sewing nook...
i'm amazed you're taking something new on at this time, but sewing is a wonderful craft. i hope you enjoy it. i love the dress!
ReplyDeleteWow - this is really happening! So exciting!! Can't wait to see what you create!
ReplyDeleteI'M soooooo envious!!! I am DYING for a sewing machine :-)
ReplyDeletetoo funny! i got the same exact machine for my birthday! i start sewing lessons tomorrow; i found really reasonable private lessons, which rules!! i am so excited.
ReplyDeleteSewing is so much fun! Once you know the basics you can pick it back up at any time!
ReplyDeleteProject Runway here you come!
ReplyDeleteI haven't used a sewing machine since high school but would love to get back into it. However, I've promised myself I'm going to learn how to crochet a blanket for the baby, so that's first on the list! I can't wait to see what you make.
ReplyDeletePS Thank you for the carrier advice. Somehow I knew you'd have the inside scoop!
I share your passion for sewing. It is great fun. Cool that you are doing this so close to your due date - you are one cool mama :-)s
ReplyDeleteWhat kind of machine is it? I've been wanting to learn to sew for forever and have been thinking of just getting a machine to sort of push it along. Thanks for the inspiration :)
ReplyDeleteHey there! Was just thinking about you..... Alas, you've found a new hobby! How fun - we love to sew too. Hope you keep feeling great!
ReplyDeleteYou're totally having a girl. ;-)
ReplyDeleteAwesome! Go, you!
ReplyDeleteWow.!! You are doing good job.. I am sooo pleased with your new machine. I too got my first sewing machine from Overstock.
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