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Tag Archives: Sewing
A Sewing Day
Saturday, I attended a sewing meet. I’ve sewn with others before, but this was one of the first times I’ve gathered in a larger group for a sewing day. What I worked on I actually ended up bringing my second … Continue reading
My first embroidery project: 18th century pocket
Finally! It took me a little longer than I’d wanted, but I finally finished my first embroidery project! I took a short break to enjoy the holidays, and then my husband and I re-organized things and did a little cleaning … Continue reading
Posted in Costumes, Embroidery, Hobbies, Sewing
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My first 18th century pocket hoops completed!
It seemed like it took a while for me to complete the 18th century pocket hoops, but I had some other things to do first and waiting for supplies to arrive. Actually, the pocket hoops went quicker than I expected … Continue reading
18th Century Pocket Hoops and New Embroidery Frame
A few days ago I started hand sewing my 18th century pocket hoops. I’m using the pattern from Corsets and Crinolines by Norah Waugh. I have one of the pocket hoops finished so far and am about to start the … Continue reading
Posted in Costumes, Embroidery, Hobbies, Sewing
Tagged costuming, Embroidery, Hobbies, Sewing
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Looks like I’m getting into embroidery
I know I mentioned in my last entry that I didn’t plan on doing any embroidery for a long time, but it looks like I have no choice in the matter. I’m already getting hooked. I ordered the hoop boning … Continue reading
My first 18th century stays are finished!
It unfortunately took me a while to finish my stays due to various reasons (travel and conferences, researching and decision-making, and mental health breaks), but I’m very pleased with how they turned out! As usual, I’m hoping they last for … Continue reading
It All Adds Up
It occurred to me recently, when I was looking at supplies I needed to buy for sewing, just how quickly the money adds up with a hobby like this. The problem with sewing is that many people don’t realize what … Continue reading
18th Century Stays — Getting Closer
I’m currently sewing the binding on the tabs of my stays. I’ve read people complaining about what a chore sewing the binding on the tabs is. They’re not kidding! I’d actually read a tip or two that mentioned you might … Continue reading
Working Through Down Times
I mentioned in my last entry that I was having trouble focusing on any of my projects. With worrying about the job situation, it’s hard to honestly care about anything else — even things that bring me so much happiness. … Continue reading
Laid Off Again
Sorry my sewing entries have slowed down again — there hasn’t been much going on project-wise. My stays are close to being finished, but I admit I’ve not been focused enough to work on them. I’d been very annoyed with … Continue reading