I know these books are 'older' in the world of seamstresses and crafters, but they're newer to me, and I couldn't be happier to own them now. I was checking the first two out of the library often, but now they're sitting next to me on my own shelf. And now I won't feel compelled to trace all of the patterns either!
Simple Sewing with a French Twist by Celine Dupuy
Amy Butler's Little Stitches for Little Ones
Bend-the-Rules Sewing by Amy Karol
Weekend Sewing by Heather Ross
I was so surprised when I opened the package and found not just one book, but all four books that were on my wish list! I've been reading them constantly and making little (big) lists of all the things I want to make and what fabric I'll use.
I was also very excited to pick up a freecycle drop this week - a woman gave me a box of fabrics (some stretchy knits that I might use for a baby sling...) and a huge bag of yarn. Many project possibilities... If you haven't freecycled yet, I highly recommend it!
Happy Christmas Eve for now - we're away from school and work for another week, so I'll be back to share more soon!
I had an intuition that Michael might go for those books.
ReplyDeleteDorothy and I went to Pacific Fabric in Seattle briefly on Tues. morning. I wish I could have stayed longer to look at the books and indie patterns. Next time. I did get a piece of blue knit to attempt a replacement for my favorite knit tunic.
I AM going to schedule an hour of sewing tutoring at the local sewing machine store to brush up on some techniques.
For now I'm learning to use my new iPod Touch. You can free download SketchUp from Google and sketch away.
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Yeah for you, Elise!!! And to your husband: "Way to Go, Michael!" Often husbands have difficulty choosing the right gifts for their wives, but not yours : )
ReplyDeleteMargaret and I had the Amy Butler book in our hands, thinking of you, Sam, and the baby. Happy Christmas. A.D.
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