Sewing

[shodoshan]

I have finished making Kayla a cheerleader costume for Halloween.
I have learned a few things in the process.

1. Patterns are not written in english. There should be two versions of every pattern; one for people who know what the heck they're doing, and one for me.
   
2. The sewing store near my house is remarkably well stocked.
   
3. The people who work at

Comments

[sleepyjohn00]

"Walking feet are very hard to get ahold of."

Glue Kayla's feet to the floor and you won't have this problem.

[gallenjohnson]

*Laughing*

Congrats all around Krys-girl. ;-D

[mortefina]

Congrats!

[wynants]

Congratulations on your one year anniversary!

A few years ago, on some advice from a few experienced seamstresses, I bought a used, all metal sewing machine at a store for less than a hundred bucks. (I can't remember if it's a Brother, though I do recall it's not a Singer.) Still, no problems with the machine after several years. Only had to replace the needle once. It's heavy to transport, but quite reliable.

A while ago, I took a few sewing lessons from an instructor in Fremont named Renee Hathaway, whom I can recommend.

I could certainly stand to take an actual sewing class though. Except for a basic cravat, anything I try to make, if it actually gets done, is quite a learning experience.