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Sew Excited for Summer


I can’t wait for Summer vacation to start.  I won’t actually be done working at school until the beginning of July, but once it gets here, I have SEW many projects. I bought a new book with my 40% off coupon at Jo-Ann’s.  It starts with beginner projects and gradually gets more challenging. One project at a time, this books helps to improve your sewing skills. 

I’ve known how to sew since I was little.  I remember making my mom an apron out of blue gingham when I was about 8 years old.  I remember sewing a project by hand with my grandma when I was 10.  Sewing seems like a natural part of home and family life for me.

I can’t tell you how many different sets of curtains or valances I have made over the years.  I never do anything fancy, just basic straight lines.

Pillows are always a quick way to change the look of a room.  Two squares of fabric, some pillow forms, and a zipper is all I need.  Again, I don’t do anything fancy.  I don’t use trims or piping.  I think it’s because it’s not in my sewing comfort zone, so I just stick with the basics.

Quilting has always been my favorite way to work with fabrics.  I love putting different fabrics together.  What does it take to be a quilter?  You need to know how to sew straight lines. 
Common theme here?  I can sew, but it’s simple stuff.  I don’t push myself or try new things.  This is my summer to try a few new things with my sewing machine.  I’m SEW excited to get started.
Happy sewing!
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