My sewing essentials

I have been sewing for over 10 years and have accumulated lots of tools to get the job done. I have 4 sewing machines, 1 serger and lots and lots of hand me down tools. My sewing practice is very messy and chaotic and I love that I can make something from nothing. I started making bags and totes sewing some by hand and some with my old Husqvarna sewing machine and calling most of my creations “prototypes”. This is a term I use for all of the “firsts”. I like to start by making without a pattern just to have fun and get my ideas out of my head. Then, I graduate to making a custom pattern that suits my needs. Which can sometimes mean several renditions.

Some of my favorite patterns are the doll clothes. I am totally obsessed and always end up wanting the miniature outfit for myself.

Most things I make are for personal use when I don’t see what I want on the market (or can’t afford it). Cotton and Linen are my favorite fabrics to work with because they are natural and super durable.

Happy sewing!