Can We Show Off Our Crafts?

Demeter · Jul 22, 2016

AnnaMarie said:
I am so excited!

Let me start by thanking Moderator . You mentioned sewing courses on Craftsy. I never actually thought of looking for on-line courses. So, I went there and found a short series of beginner courses. The first lesson is actually sewing a straight line on paper....I mean it is beginner. Thank you Ms. Mod.

The first project was a tissue cover. You know the little packs that fit in your purse.

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Funny how it's sew simple when you know what you're doing. Lol. Unfortunately, my purse size packages open at the top, so this is useless...but I knew that before making it. It was a sewing learning experience.

I skipped making a pillow because...well, I do not have a pillow form AND it didn't appear to teach me anything new. So I went straight to a zippered pouch. I had been searching for something about the size of a make-up bag to carry my meds in. I decided to make one.

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I need to work on the zipper. It's definitely not perfect. But it works and the bag fits what I need. And it was my first attempt at a zipper.

I have already used more stitches and feet since getting my new machine than I did all the years with my two previous machines.

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I am considering designing what I want next, since I cannot find a pattern. I'm going to try to stick with small and relatively simple things. This is not natural for me. I tend to start with big advanced projects....but sewing seems to demand I learn it a bit at a time.

Making new things for the first time rarely comes out perfect. The fact that you tried and want to keep doing this, now that in itself is an accomplishment. Your little purse looks pretty neat.

stacy270 · Jul 22, 2016

AnnaMarie said:
I am so excited!

Let me start by thanking Moderator . You mentioned sewing courses on Craftsy. I never actually thought of looking for on-line courses. So, I went there and found a short series of beginner courses. The first lesson is actually sewing a straight line on paper....I mean it is beginner. Thank you Ms. Mod.

The first project was a tissue cover. You know the little packs that fit in your purse.

View attachment 16623

Funny how it's sew simple when you know what you're doing. Lol. Unfortunately, my purse size packages open at the top, so this is useless...but I knew that before making it. It was a sewing learning experience.

I skipped making a pillow because...well, I do not have a pillow form AND it didn't appear to teach me anything new. So I went straight to a zippered pouch. I had been searching for something about the size of a make-up bag to carry my meds in. I decided to make one.

View attachment 16624

I need to work on the zipper. It's definitely not perfect. But it works and the bag fits what I need. And it was my first attempt at a zipper.

I have already used more stitches and feet since getting my new machine than I did all the years with my two previous machines.

~~~

I am considering designing what I want next, since I cannot find a pattern. I'm going to try to stick with small and relatively simple things. This is not natural for me. I tend to start with big advanced projects....but sewing seems to demand I learn it a bit at a time.

Yeah! Congrats on learning something new and doing such an awesome job on your project(s)!

no bounce no play · Aug 2, 2016

Hmmmmmm... Ms Mod and Dana Jean have had a week off... where are their photos of craft projects they created while they were on vacation :question_pig:

AnnaMarie · Aug 2, 2016

I don't know about them, but I spent the week plotting and planning. Now, I'm waiting for everyone to get out of my dining room so I can start ironing and cutting.

Moderator · Aug 2, 2016

no bounce no play said:
Hmmmmmm... Ms Mod and Dana Jean have had a week off... where are their photos of craft projects they created while they were on vacation

Haven't taken pics of all the diapers yet but these are the blocks I'm working on to use first as a table decoration for the baby shower and they can go in baby's room if daughter decides they're acceptable. :smile2:

After getting one nearly done, though, I've decided to redo it as the letters look like they might fray more than I'd expected so will need to do a satin stitch around them. Don't want to use Fray-check in case baby gets to play with them as you know they'll be going in her mouth at some point.

no bounce no play · Aug 2, 2016

Moderator said:
Haven't taken pics of all the diapers yet but these are the blocks I'm working on to use first as a table decoration for the baby shower and they can go in baby's room if daughter decides they're acceptable. After getting one nearly done, though, I've decided to redo it as the letters look like they might fray more than I'd expected so will need to do a satin stitch around them. Don't want to use Fray-check in case baby gets to play with them as you know they'll be going in her mouth at some point.

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The blocks are darling

I can't imagine anyone thinking they might not be acceptable. That's a good idea not to use fray-check - there's no telling what kind of chemicals it contains.

Neesy · Aug 2, 2016

Moderator said:
Haven't taken pics of all the diapers yet but these are the blocks I'm working on to use first as a table decoration for the baby shower and they can go in baby's room if daughter decides they're acceptable. After getting one nearly done, though, I've decided to redo it as the letters look like they might fray more than I'd expected so will need to do a satin stitch around them. Don't want to use Fray-check in case baby gets to play with them as you know they'll be going in her mouth at some point.

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Plus you have a spare letter "E" there - is that for when she gets older?

BABE

Moderator · Aug 2, 2016

Neesy said:
Plus you have a spare letter "E" there - is that for when she gets older?

BABE

No, it's the first initial of the name they've picked. That's all they're letting people know and the rest of it will be a surprise when she's born (except a few of us who either have been told or guessed :encouragement:

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Moderator · Aug 2, 2016

no bounce no play said:
The blocks are darling I can't imagine anyone thinking they might not be acceptable. That's a good idea not to use fray-check - there's no telling what kind of chemicals it contains.

My daughter is very particular about her design style so if it doesn't quite fit into her idea of what the nursery should look like, they won't be displayed. I know that going in so don't get (too) offended. :smile2:

I did use the colors she's using for the nursery just in case, though.

Spideyman · Aug 2, 2016

Moderator - next project up: Christmas Stocking(s)! Just think of the possibilities with your quilting skills and all that material just calling to you.

Moderator · Aug 2, 2016

Spideyman said:
Moderator - next project up: Christmas Stocking(s)! Just think of the possibilities with your quilting skills and all that material just calling to you.

I had thought about it a while ago but got distracted with all the other things I've been making. Not a bad idea to put it in the queue, though, as it will be a busy time around then so might not get it done in time if I don't start now.

Neesy · Aug 2, 2016

Moderator said:
No, it's the first initial of the name they've picked. That's all they're letting people know and the rest of it will be a surprise when she's born (except a few of us who either have been told or guessed ).

Enid
Ethel
Eliza...

never mind just kidding

Moderator · Aug 2, 2016

Neesy said:
Enid
Ethel
Eliza...

never mind just kidding

You're on the right track as it is an old-fashioned name although they'll be calling her by the nickname instead. :smile2:

king family fan · Aug 2, 2016

Moderator said:
You're on the right track as it is an old-fashioned name although they'll be calling her by the nickname instead.

Ellie

Moderator · Aug 2, 2016

king family fan said:
Ellie

Very close. :zip_it:

Neesy · Aug 2, 2016

Moderator said:
You're on the right track as it is an old-fashioned name although they'll be calling her by the nickname instead.

king family fan said:
Ellie

Moderator said:
Very close.

Maybe Eleanor?

apparently it means "bright, shining one"

Moderator · Aug 2, 2016

Neesy said:
Maybe Eleanor?

apparently it means "bright, shining one"

That's it. And Linda was very close--just off by one letter as they plan to spell it Elle.

king family fan · Aug 2, 2016

Moderator said:
That's it. And Linda was very close--just off by one letter as they plan to spell it Elle.

no bounce no play · Aug 3, 2016

Moderator said:
No, it's the first initial of the name they've picked. That's all they're letting people know and the rest of it will be a surprise when she's born (except a few of us who either have been told or guessed ).

Moderator said:
That's it. And Linda was very close--just off by one letter as they plan to spell it Elle.

Boy howdy, you are terrible at keeping secrets :rofl:

Moderator · Aug 3, 2016

no bounce no play said:
Boy howdy, you are terrible at keeping secrets

I know! I didn't sit on that fence for very long before jumping off but at least I put it behind a spoiler.

Also pretty unlikely anyone who knows she's pregnant comes here and would see it.

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