I thought it would be a great time to take an online basic sewing course! Sure I can sew a straight line but that's about it. And so in the quest to learn one more new thing I enrolled in:
Class has started (and is open for a year - just my sort of class LOL) and we have started with the very basics and then things will be getting a little more difficult as we move through projects.
So here is my first project with my trusty 23 years old Janome:
Let's just take another look at that 3 straight side / 1 wonky sided pin cushion:
Next up for me (yes, I have still to finish my napkins, but any day now) was a pencil case:
I will just say right up front that the zipper nearly sent me over the edge but I got there (please do not mock all you "zipper goddesses" out there!) but I was super happy in the end; felt so clever. Ha!
I have a little pile of fabric ready to go and lots of projects to work through, which I will share as I finish.
And never fear, the hexi's continue to be constructed :)
I have been lurking for awhile but your success with the zipper on your first attempt has prompted me to comment. I have been sewing for longer than your machine has been in existence and still am intimidated by putting zips in! You have inspired me to master them once and for all. This afternoon I will conquer the invisible zipper.....
I look forward to seeing your next creation!
Posted by: Lynne | August 27, 2010 at 07:28 AM
Re: [the midnight scrapper] Lynne submitted a comment to as if the scrapping, quilting, crochet and jam making were not enough to keep me busy...
Lyn, firstly welcome out of lurkdom!
Yes, zippers. They look soooooo simple but are deceptive little suckers when you try and get the sewing foot close to the closing end. Lets just say there were some minor tantrums going on at my sewing table, but I finally did it. Good luck!!
Posted by: jody [gonggirl] | August 27, 2010 at 07:58 AM
Hi Jody,
Is the class still taking enrolements? If so could you please let me know the details. My sewing came to a big halt when my local shop (where I was just learning) closed down.
Libby
Posted by: Libby | August 28, 2010 at 06:55 AM
I'm taking the same class, but have been sidetracked with other sewing projects, and have yet to start anything... great job on the zipper - if nothing else, the class has taught me I have a free-arm sewing machine, and how to use it ~lol~
Posted by: cate | August 29, 2010 at 08:15 PM
Very impressive, Jody. Is there anything you can't do? I haven't taken a sewing class since 8th grade Home Ec and that was eons ago. I can't wait to see the rest of your projects...BTW, I adore your little pincushion!
Posted by: Monika Wright | August 30, 2010 at 08:49 AM