I'm dropping in to say hey, I'm still alive...just not sewing. I've spent the summer reading. However, as I read the words an author's put on the page and recognize their creativity, my own creative urges are stirring. Maybe it's the seasons changing, or allowing a friend to root through my fabric collection and liberate several yards to take home with her...or even just my creative season changing. But I have an urge to create a few new pieces.
One thing I've realized is gone are the days where I will make a new creation every weekend. I no longer live that life. I've made a lot of clothing, items that I can still pull from my closet and wear. As a matter of fact I wore this jacket to dinner last night with a sewing friend...
It was thrilling to pull it out and pair it with a sleeveless top I'd made and a pair of black knit pants. When I looked at the innards, I was pleased to see all of the work that I had put into it and shared in my blog post. This is the kind of sewing I want to get back to. Where I pick a distinctive fabric, take a pattern and use the best sewing techniques I know to end up with a unique garment.
Plus I knew my sewing drought was ending when I purchased several yards of fabric from Julia Cost. It's been over five months before I thought about using my credit cards for something other than a book! Don't know when my next post will be but the creative juices are stirring. Fabric and patterns have been pulled and placed together, inspiration is talking to me, so we shall see what comes of it.
If you're reading this, thank you! I think this is the longest I've ever gone without sewing, posting or discussing sewing and if you're still reading I appreciate you!
...as always more later!
Hello there! I'm glad you are ok. I miss your creations!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to see what you make. I've been checking in daily to look at the blog roll and it is so nice to see a post.
ReplyDeleteWonderful jacket, you look so happy in it!
ReplyDeleteCeci
It's been a long time since I've clicked on any sewing blogs--and I use to read them every day--so it was quite a coincidence that I went to yours this afternoon. Thanks for posting an update and I am happy to know that your creativity and inspiration are bubbling. Feel free to recommend your favorite reads!
ReplyDeleteI'm happy to have the update. I totally understand having a rest from sewing. I look forward to hearing from you when next you have something to share. Oh, and the jacket looks great!
ReplyDeleteI cannot wait to see what you create. I hope you enjoyed the reading and welcome back to sewing.
ReplyDeleteI am glad you checked in. I am in a sewing drought myself. Martha
ReplyDeleteI appreciate you! Thank you for this post. It makes sense that you would have enough clothes. There's no rush to make more. But, but, but, maybe there is a new style to explore, or a particularly interesting clothing era, or some amazing fabric, or a loved one to sew for who needs something in particular. A good complicated pattern can take one's mind off of the news. So can a bunch of mindless easy sewing! Thank you for inspiring me, Carolyn
ReplyDeleteGlad that your creativity is returning. I understand the urge to read as I have been doing a lot of that - and real books not kindle. I took out my summer clothes and discovered that I had everything I need. I spent a few days contemplating what to do next as sewing is my stress release from teaching. I decided to just go with my fancies and make some TNT patterns. Jacqui from New Zealand
ReplyDeleteHi Carolyn, so lovely to see you back, and you look great in your sunflower jacket. I'm looking forward to seeing what you do with your new fabric. I too have been reading up a storm, and sewing less, and have joined a book club. It is such fun! I have just finished The Gown by Jennifer Robson. The heroines are two embroiderers who, in 1947, work on the wedding dress of the late Queen Elizabeth II, a story of friendship with a background of the holocaust. Happy reading/sewing!
ReplyDeleteWe all go though so many seasons in our life---how boring if they never changed. I'm looking forward to reading more from you again. Debby from Virginia
ReplyDeleteThank you for the update. I always enjoy seeing your creations.
ReplyDeleteI understand the changing needs for garments affecting how much and what you sew and post here. I haven't sewn a garment in at least 4 years, before I retired. My attention has turned to quilts & needlework. I may change that, as I'm getting tired of choosing between the same few tops again and again. Not that I go out and need to put on nicer clothes that often.
ReplyDeleteEven if you aren't sewing, it's nice to see a post letting us know how you are doing.
Your jacket is fantastic. It is so interesting to see and read about challenging and beautiful garments home sewists make.
ReplyDeleteYou’ll never loose us. I see your comments and likes all the time on ig, and it’s like seeing an old friend passing in a crowd. Life changes us, but the core is there.
ReplyDeleteIt's always lovely to see a post from you, and great that you're enjoying your reading so much! Like most things in life, sewing has it's ebbs and flows. That jacket really is gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteSo glad that you are enjoying life and that you bought some fabric!!! When I am sick I usually end up buying fabric and that always makes me feel better! Buying fabric is a part of what makes us who we are. You are appreciated too, whether reading, sewing or just playing around.
ReplyDeleteThanks for checking in, so glad to "see" you pop up!
ReplyDeleteIt's great to hear that you are doing well. Thanks for the link to the new to me Julia Cost fabric store. The fabrics are beautiful. I can't wait to see what you do with your selections.
ReplyDeleteGood to hear from you, looking forward to seeing your future creations
ReplyDeleteIt is great to hear that you are well and that you are enjoying yourself with reading. And if you get back into sewing and writing about it, I will be here to read it. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a rabbit hole you inspired! I had never heard of Julia Cost so I clicked on your link. Just WOW! I don't know what beautiful fabrics you purchased, but I look forward to seeing your creations!
ReplyDeleteAlways good to see you! Elle
ReplyDeletealways sticking around, just not always commenting. :) g
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