Sewing Q&A

createabelle
May 22, 2016
2 min read

Hiya!

So, I thought that I would answer some questions about one of my favourite things to do: sewing!

I have been sewing for years and I enjoy it so much! I am writing this, not only to share with you my love of sewing, but also to inspire you.

Let's get on with the Q&A!

1. What gives you the most joy when you sew?

I love the pleasure of having and using the finished product. To know that you have made something yourself is really special.

2. What was the first thing you ever made?

I remember making a sack for Christmas when I was about seven. I cut out the material and sewed it all together myself. It was red and green and I had sewn on some snowy hills and a snowman. I mean, yes, it was terrible but you’ve got to start somewhere!

3. When did you first start getting into sewing?

I remember dressing my dolls up in clothing that my great grandma had knitted and I loved them. I wanted to be able to do that! I went to sewing club in primary school at the age of 10(?) and got my first sewing machine a couple years ago.

4. Where do you get inspiration from?

I have quite a few books that have some great ideas in. I also like to watch 'The Great British Sewing Bee' which I find interesting.

5. Where do you but your fabrics from?

My favourite place to my fabrics and sewing equipment from is C&H Fabrics. They have a huge amount of choice, the fabrics are good quality and they have some lovely designs. However if you want some at a cheaper price then The Works have some nice stuff too. I would also recommend using your old clothes to make new things.

6. What are you most proud of making?

Probably my Union Jack cushion; I put a lot of time and effort into that. Another thing that I’m quite proud of are my curtains which I’m half way through making although I’m having a lot of help with those!

7. What sewing machine do you use?

Give me a moment whilst I go and check! The sewing machine that I use is a Husqvarna Viking E10 and I think it's really good. I'm not an expert in sewing machines and which ones are the best value, so if you want to buy a sewing machine I recommend that you don't ask me!