me, I've never hand-stitched anything aside from little nylon christmas stars. and bits of embroidery, if you can count those. I've almost always been lucky enough to have access to a sewing machine, and that makes sewing projects much quicker. if I don't have a sewing machine, I generally don't really sew anything.
except, this last month I had the brilliant idea to make a bag as a gift for friend Shara. I measured a bit and cut the pieces (from old khakis--the same ones I used here, actually--and also a cute pillowcase. my clever sister would be so proud), and pinned things together. and then I debated with myself. should I start calling in favors from people I know who have sewing machines? if I asked Shara's parents would I still be able to keep this project a secret? hmm.
making phone calls seemed almost like more effort than sewing by hand... so I set to work. very secretively, squirreling away all my scissors and fabric and thread every time my roommate came home, I stitched this thing together: first the pillowcase lining, then the khaki outside, then the handles. I chose a lovely blanket stitch for all the edges, not trusting myself to sew a decently straight length of top-stitching by hand. maybe if I had years of practice or were a pioneer housewife... but I don't and I'm not.
anyway--pictures:
5 comments:
It hasn't fallen apart so far. And I love it! Thanks again. My sisters and mom were impressed too.
I guess if it does fall apart, I can always restitch it somehow. :)
It's so cute! I'm way impressed, too. I'll have to take a look at it in person.
isn't she amazing? you are! that is so good and so much work. good job!
aw, thanks. :) it was fun. I may have to hand-stitch some more stuff now.
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