Custom Sewing

                                                     Custom Sewing
Lately I have been getting a lot of calls from people that want custom items sewn.  I am really enjoying that.  It started with an apron then a knitting needle case, an embroidered hanky made out of someone's shirt.  Then back to an apron again, a pocketbook, a wine glass coaster, backpack and back to an apron.  The first apron was very design specific, the second one we worked on was a custom embroidery that I thought came out pretty good. It made me realize how much I really love making custom sewing items.  It made realize how lucky I am that I get to do what I love every day and people get so happy to receive the sewing items I make for them.  Hope you enjoy these pictures, check out my Facebook for more.

Sewing Crafting studio display window

Today I finally had a chance to get into my new Sewing and Crafting Studio.  I washed windows, cleaned the bathroom, cleaned the cabinets, lots of fun things.  I did all this because I wanted to start moving some of my craft supplies in, but most important I wanted to put up my new sign I made myself up and some items on display.  I think it came out pretty cute myself.  I think I'm still going to hang items from the top of the windows, but I'm going to wait until the floors are done.  Can't wait for my classes to start.
Maria
Do what you love, love what you do
www.mariasewsalot.com

UFO Class (Unfinished Fabric Objective)

     Unfinished fabric Objective (UFO) is something I have been think of for years.  The other day one of my students said to me you should have everyone come in and help you finish your unfinished projects.  I said nobody wants to help me finish my projects, but I remembered the idea from way back when about this class I wanted to do.
     I think will be a great class, because it will be people the chance to clean up their sewing rooms and mine.  I have these great embroideries I want to do something with that I think are older than my son. It will also give people a chance to ask for help that are stuck on a certain project and can't move on to get it done.

My UFO not sure if I should make a pillow or just frame it.

This class will run the 4th Friday of the month starting at 7:00pm for $5.00.  People can stay for as little or long as they want.  Hope to see you there, and maybe we can help you get rid of all your UFOs.
Maria

Heirloom teddy bear

If you don't know what to do with all your old bridesmaids dresses why not turn them into family heirlooms like the teddy below. It was made from a bridesmade dress and flower girl dress. This is why I say do what you love and love what you do.

 

 

Hope you like this idea.