The Big RA

The next project for our group was the Ra Pillow. It seemed simpler than the HOC. It was an even greater challenge that introduced me to a wide variety of sewing techniques and new materials. There were lots of subtle decorative stitching techniques that are not obvious but do influence the total feel of the piece. The pillow is also very large.

All in all it pushed me into acquiring a new Babylock Ellageo. It was much easier to handle the unusual materials & metallic thread that are so critical to a Christopher Nejman design.  

I also decided to take up the next step up in the challenge of not only creating my own "fabric" with the Embellisher but to create my own fringe with a Lacis Fringe Maker. 

The results speak for themselves I think.

The Harem Collection Grows

In order to perfect my craft I created another Harem Of Color Pillow. I tried a few different choices. The second one was easier but not yet perfect. My little Singer was struggling on the fat sandwiches of slippery material.

I grew in confidence I could really make some stunning objects.

A New Time

This blog has gathered dust the last few years and it is time to shake it up. While I continue to work with the land of computers I have revisited some of my roots. In particular I have started to get back to the world of fiber.

This all started about 2 years ago with the purchase, somewhat on a whim, of a dual purpose sewing/embroidery machine, the Singer CE-100. The good and bad of the machine is that it is relatively inexpensive for an embroidery unit because all of it's "smarts" are done via a USB connected PC.

Well that cool toy inspired my nephew to talk me into creating 30 or so embroidered blankets for his upcoming outdoor wedding. One blanket into the project and a serger was acquired. I found a nice little Brother 1034D to fit the bill.