As my new sewing machine (Pfaff Select 4.0) arrived on Thursday morning, I'd been itching to tackle a new project. I remembered that I'd been given 'Sew!' by Cath Kidston a while ago, which comes complete with pre-cut fabric to make the below shoulder bag. This seemed like an ideal simple project to become better acquainted with my new machine.
The bag features button on shoulder straps, a simple button closure, french seams throughout and the use of a t-junction seam to create extra width at the bottom.
My button holes weren't quite as neat as I'd like but I imagine that will come with practice. I found it confusing because the button hole sequencing was the reverse of how it worked on my old machine. I did sew on the buttons by machine, which was a first and I'm quite chuffed with that.
Things to make in the pipeline:
- A pincushion. I'm still without one and it's becoming quite a hindrance, especially as my sewing area is also in my living room.
- A mug quilt. This will give me a chance to practice some skills on a small object that can be just for me. I imagine if I tackle it alright I'll make one for my Mum too, as she's very excited about my craft projects.
- Also I have designs to make a big animal quilt. The fabric is here. The design is coming together in my head. Next it's the skills!
