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...because sewing is cheaper than therapy!

And Sew it Begins!

7/5/2016

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I learned to sew when I was young. By my "tweens" I could -and did- sew clothes to wear to school. Think 1970's-era tops and you'll have the general idea. And it was fun! Looking back, I remember something that was even more fun: sewing custom-designed clothes for Barbie, Skipper, Francie, P.J., and friends.

Imagine it with me for a moment. Work clothes, play clothes, swimsuits, lingerie, evening wear.... a wardrobe limited only by the edges of imagination. And I imagine my 11-year-old self had a pretty active imagination!

How times have changed!  Barbie has had more face-lifts than Joan Rivers. I've evolved as well, although not as dramatically. But somewhere along the way I lost track of sewing for myself. Sewing has still been an occasional part of life: mend this, repair that, whip up Halloween costumes for kids (and Grands!), some quilting here and there. But nothing just for fun, just for me.  

It's time for a change!

I've recently rediscovered sewing for myself. What I want, how I want, when I want. Here's what I've already learned:
1. I want fun, stylish, comfortable things to wear.
2. I want those things to fit well.
3. I want it.....well, all the time! Who doesn't want to look good and feel good in what they wear?

So I'm off on a grand adventure. I'll be sewing whatever catches my interest, altering and adjusting patterns until they barely resemble the original, if needed. (Hint: My StyleArc Stacie Jean Jacket saga - post coming soon!) And I'll be sharing the journey with you. The good, the not-so good, and the downright ugly. Hopefully my own learning journey will inspire you to embark on your own creative journey as well.

-Cheryl

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Sybilynn
7/5/2016 05:33:54 pm

So very cool, proud of you Sis!

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Caroline L.
7/7/2016 09:41:34 am

SO AWESOME! I love how fun your website is. Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts, stories, adventures, and projects!

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