So, you know how I’m always telling you I don’t really like sewing? And how I don’t do it often? I might be a liar.
My in-laws are on vacation this week, and my mother-in-law let me borrow her serger while they are out-of-town. I wanted to check it out and maybe sew a few things.
I went over to her house to pick up the machine and get a quick lesson. I knew nothing about sergers. After 5 minutes of learning about it I was terrified of it. I also really wanted to use it.
I decided to start with a few easy skirts and found a pattern that seemed simple. I was able to cut the pattern out while the kids had some quiet time. After they were tucked in for the night I started sewing. In less than a half hour I was ready to sew the hem.
For that I needed my regular sewing machine. I got it out, set it up, and tried to get to work. It did not go well.
Maybe it isn’t that I don’t like sewing. Maybe sewing doesn’t like me.
Luckily my friend lives across the street and has a walking foot. I was able to pop over, use her sewing machine, and get some great project advice. Even with the zig zag atrocity that was caused by my sewing machine I was able to make a skirt in an hour.
After the success of one skirt I did the only logical thing. I made a second skirt today. Do I need a skirt with unicorns or popsicles on it? Of course not. Will I wear them all summer and feel awesome about my mad sewing skills? Of course.
I hope to make a few more things before my in-laws head back into town. I’m thinking about making a Cubs maxi skirt (baseball season is around the corner) and an Avengers skirt (Avengers: End Game is out next month).
Yes, I might be crazy.
I love your skirts! The hem sample you show is what most of my sewing looks like. I can never get the tension right on my machine. Sewing hates me too.
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Sewing is so frustrating. I think it is all of the detail needed. I’m not a detail person.
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I think you absolutely do need a skirt with unicorns on it and also one with popsicles! They turned out adorable! Can’t wait to see your other planned skirts too. I am also a Marvel girl, and think an Avengers skirt is also an awesome idea 🙂 You definitely have mad sewing skills and a wonderful sense of style!
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Thank you! I fear I may eventually have a skirt for every occasion.
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That’s a good goal 🙂
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Everybody needs a skirt with unicorns on. Everybody!! Especially me :p
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You should make one!
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You are now officially on a roll! Keep it up, it will just get easier. 😄 Cubs and Avengers….absolutely!
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Cute cute! I love the popsicles!
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