I managed to really start the year off right craft wise.
Santa must have been remiss in his list checking this year because I got a brand spankin' new sewing machine for Christmas despite my naughty behavior. That lovely little lady and I are going to make beautiful clothing together. I've made a draw string knitting bag and a circular needle case but not much else just yet.
Last night I was so excited about my sewing machine I decided to rummage through my old fabric stash and see if I could find anything for a one-evening-project.
I didn't have much fabric and I had no patterns, so I thought, what the heck! I'll wing it and see how it goes. So I quickly took my measurements and cut four panels for a simple little skirt which turned out marvelously! I used Kitty Yoshida City Holiday fabric and I was so happy with this quickie project I wore it to class despite the frosty temperature. It's not quite done yet, even though it's wearable. I think I'm gonna add lining and a under layer ruffle but it's my first piece of clothing EVER which is really exciting.
Today's venture was much more mundane, just fixing an old dress with a gathered bust.
Knitting-wise I'm trying out a new sock technique with two circular needles, rather than the traditional DPN's and so far it's a hoot. I've made two pairs, one of which I'm wearing right now. I used Prism Saki sock yarn and I must say, they look quite sharp.
Happy crafting, what ever your fiber fetish is!
-Delia D’Aces
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