This past weekend though I kept my sewing machine on the table, ready for action whenever I had the opportunity to sew... which I initially thought would be a lot more than what occurred. The weekend was beyond busy but I did get a chance to sit down, and I'm not kidding, for five minutes here and there to work on these bags for my boys:
Camo Lined Drawstring Bags |
The five minutes here and there didn't feel all that gratifying but then I ended up with finished bags which felt great and made the boys very happy. I'll have to remember that five minutes of anything here and there can make a difference over time.
I was not surprised when the bags went out into "the field" immediately to begin reconnaissance work in my front yard....
Later on I found them in the backyard among my lettuce, keeping the birds away.
I'm linking up with Manic Monday and Sew Modern Monday.
Happy Monday everyone!
Susan
It really is amazing what you can get done with just a few minutes here and there. That is pretty much what my sewing time has evolved to right now. I moved my machine from my sewing room to the dining room table so I could keep an eye on the kids and sneak in a little sewing between all the snacks and other kid needs. It has definitely helped boost my production, even if it get a bit frustrating to have to start and stop so much! But those bags look great and fun that they're already being used!
ReplyI sew at my kitchen table as well. Most of the time I don't mind, but some days I would like my own space. It gets old moving things back and forth. Your boys' bags look great! I will be showing my boys to see if they are interested in having one.
ReplyYour bags look great - good for you for getting them done in spite of the busy weekend!
ReplySo funny! That's great that they're already getting used! After well over a year of sewing on my dining room table, I finally took over a small corner desk in our master bedroom. I LOVE being able to have my machine set up all the time, although it took a week or so of rearranging furniture to make it happen. Well worth it though!
ReplyEven though I have a whole shed for my sewing I still only do it on the dining table, and I'm ashamed to say that (apart from a small corner for breakfast in shifts) the only time we eat there is Christmas.
ReplyIt sounds like you were really determined to get those bags done and they look great.
Teresa x
The bags look great, but I'm curious what the boys use them for, and how did they end up in your garden? If they keep the birds away, will it work on a gopher? Our pet gopher has appeared in the flower bed again and is driving my husband insane! I need to get rid of him (the gopher).
ReplyHi Susan, How fun! The bags look great and you've got great kids to be so appreciative. I guess the advantage of the kitchen table is that they see just how much work it takes. I am forever and always grateful for my dedicated sewing space. It will happen for you someday! Tami In Denver
ReplyLove your bags, they are amazing!
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