Catfacehorse

I finally bit the bullet and bought a sewing machine. I bought a pack of stunning fabrics at Ink & Spindle’s open studio recently, and figured I would just sew with it up at my sister’s place. I whipped together this clutch (from Amy Karol’s wonderful book, Bend the Rules Sewing) in around twenty minutes while I was over for dinner a week ago.  I got itchy fingers to make more things, at a more leisurely pace.  After idly window shopping online, I found a place selling the same model as my sister’s machine (a simple, reliable Janome). A phone call later, and I had a machine ready to be delivered.   Only problem is I have been too busy this weekend to get my hands on to it.  I am clearing my diary for next weekend, nothing’s going to stop me. I have washed a stack of fabrics ready to go.  The next step is working out what to sew. Something simple? Clothes or a bag? I have also been ogling a few patterns online, like this stunning dress from Anna Maria Horner.  I had better warm up on a few smaller projects first. If all goes according to plan, I should have a few new things to show here next week. Wish me luck!