simplicity

 

Im looking for inspiration to make my dress for Navarh's wedding.

This is an old book ive had for a while and I love it so much. It reminds me of when my mum used to teach me to sew and the older methods that are somewhat lost. I like to browse through its pages. It opens up possibilities of different finishes and hems.

for instance theres

french dressmakers hems

shell hemming

 overhanding

overcasting

back stitching

slip stitch edging

not to mention whipping

So many stitches, so little time.

Im looking forward to trying a couple of new ones when I begin the dress.

Oh! Ive decided on the colour RED.

my creative space

Im tired of lifting things so ive been decluttering and placing some things in nice spots around the new abode.
I never ended up tackling the washing pile as promised either. Had a nice cold beer instead. Its been 2 days now I have more to do and cant because the washing machine isnt leveled yet and the level is back at the old place. Tried the water level thing and gave up cos one adjustable leg is rusted into the highest position. Getting back to reality is gonna take me a few more days yet. Its funny that when you cant do the normal things that that is exactly what you want to do.
Ive filled 2 boxes full of stuff so far. Its a great way to feel good instantly, isnt it? Ill sleep well tonight. Thought id take some shots for the sake of progress.

Im off to take some furniture to a girlfriend in need and dismantle her shed (its free).

Were gonna need it to store all those things that I cant quite part with yet.

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