Trials and Tribulations with Quilting, Machine Embroidery, Sewing and Knitting
Posted in miscellaneous on Feb 24th, 2009
It’s finished! I used ladder stitch to sew it together (instructions from this book) and I sewed the buttons on using cotton thread. It came together quite easily (I was pleasantly surprised). I plan to make another one in a bigger size and using Moss Stitch instead of Garter Stitch.
A bit more knitting. I’ve finished the knitting now and just need to sew it together. As I haven’t done that before, it should be interesting…
Posted in Movies on Feb 20th, 2009
I’ve been watching The Barchester Chronicles.. It stars a very young Alan Rickman (as well as many other familiar faces). It’s lovely to watch – the costume and design are fabulous. It doesn’t seem as vibrant as modern period dramas, but that might have something to do with the quality of the recording (video tape maybe). [...]
I dug out my copy of The Gentle Art of Domesiticity looking for a bit of baking inspiration.  I made the vanilla oat biscuits, which were very easy to bake (and were quite popular with A and P). I can’t find a recipe online, but here are some of Jane Brocket’s other recipes.  I haven’t included [...]
I’ve been using my limited craft time to knit. I’ve moved on from socks to a very simple cardigan. It’s knit on one piece – except for the collar – and then the side seams and sleeves are sewn together. The Pattern is from here … I’ve also bought more wool. Sirdar Bigga in Damson [...]
Posted in Applique, Machine Embroidery, miscellaneous on Feb 3rd, 2009
I’ve been making a few presents for some little people …