Ready to Make Some LuckyStitches!

These are the keys. They belong to the space I’m renting with my friend Marie. They open the door to the new lounge. They hang on one of my most favorite fobs, a wire ball given to me from my most favorite work family.

These are the chairs. I immediately contracted goosebumps when Marie and I found them at Ikea. Not only were they super affordable, but they are comfortable too! They stack beautifully, leaving lots of room for a dance party

This is the vintage 1940s Industrial Singer that will be up and running soon. Perfect for heavy fabrics, like canvas or leather (yummy!) bags. Soon it will be available for Lucky Stitchers to visit and rent.

And this is the messenger bag we’re making in Sewing Machine 101 (intensive). This one is mine, made from a thrifted vintage bed skirt. The colors are quite lovely, and seemed so appropriate to make during these summer October weeks.

I had my first LuckyStitchers in the space tonight. It’s always fun helping people learn how to use their sewing machine and stitch up a groovy project of which they can be proud. I’m excited to see the fabric next week for the Messenger Bags we’ll be making. I’ve given them a basic design, and if they’d like they can tweak it, so we’ll do a little pattern making 101 too. So much to learn and it’s so fun when LuckyStitchers bring in their cool, sometimes old, some new machines, with really beautiful fabrics and fresh ideas.

And a reminder – tomorrow is the Wednesday Night Sew-cial and Bag Sew. This bag was made from a nightie. The armholes make perfect sleeves, and the neck, the perfect opening for groceries and other goodies you might need to carry.