Sewing!

[bluespirit]

I've had a new sewing machine as an early birthday present!  \o/
I love it - it's so smooth (& quiet) & can do 5 different styles of button hole! I know, 5! LOL

I gave it a test drive this afternoon by making myself a pair of comfy lounge pants with some cute Thor fabric that I bought on holiday in the US (what can't you find in Walmart, eh? *g*)

I've been really enjoying my sewing over the last few months.  Here are some of the bits & bobs that I've made:

A throw cushion for my friend's birthday:

A hot water bottle cover for my Mom:

A bag for me:

An iPad case for Mr B:

I got the awesome fabric from Hancocks when we were on holiday. :)

Ferdy Fox for my Mom:

I only wish places like Jo-ann's Fabrics & Hancocks shipped to the UK!  We just don't have so many lovely fabrics to choose from here.

Btw - is anyone else having problems with their user icons?  When I answer a comment, only my default icon gets used - even when I've selected another.

Comments

[lunachickk.livejournal.com]

THOR PANTS! YOU MADE THOR PANTS! WHY CAN'T I MAKE THOR PANTS? I'D LIVE IN MY THOR PANTS!

You are much more talented than I. I'm not good with sewing machines.

Yes, I'm having the same issues with my icons. *grumble*

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

As soon as I saw the fabric I knew that I wanted to make something & then I thought 'lounge pants'! *g*
I test drove them last night vegging in front of the TV & they worked a treat. *g*

[lunachickk.livejournal.com]

Oh, I'm sure Chris Hemsworth would be very pleased to know that you were lounging around in him! *eg*

I can think of nothing better!

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

I was thinking about the whole 'going to bed with Chris Hemsworth' thing... ;)

[lunachickk.livejournal.com]

Mmmmm, so was I. His wife is such a lucky, lucky woman.

I think it might be time to watch Thor again...

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

I love all of the various Avenger movies (ensemble & individuals) but I have such a soft spot for Thor.