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This archived content is from Mary Wilkins’ sewing and quilting message board “Sew What’s New,” which was retired in August 2007. It is being provided by “Sew What’s Up,” which serves as the new home for many members of “Sew What’s New.”

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From: nkr

Date: 05-18-2007, 08:36 PM (1 of 11)

Hi to all,

I've just found the sew-whats-new page! What a great resource for my sewing ideas.

I'm a wife, mom, and grandmother, and also a fulltime school librarian. I am nearing the end of the school year (yeah!) and am anxious to get started on some of my sewing projects that are long overdue to be finished.

I have been sewing since I was in 3rd grade, when my mom taught me how to stitch on her 1953 Pfaff. I managed to make something every Saturday morning while watching Sheri Lewis and LambChop! That was one workhorse of a sewing machine! It still works like a charm today!

I sew on a newer Pfaff now, along with a vintage Babylock serger. I'm interested in getting an embroidery machine in the near future (after retirement).

I've been frustrated that patterns don't seem to fit my body anymore. so, I'm going to have DH help me make one of those duct tape dressforms, and that should help.

I'm looking forward to popping in and getting good ideas from all of you!

nkr

User: nkr
Member since: 05-18-2007
Total posts: 1

From: lendube

Date: 05-18-2007, 11:25 PM (2 of 11)

Hi nkr,

Welcome to our great group. You'll love it here.

I've noticed too that as we age more adjustments seem to be necessary so luckily a lot of us have more experience to deal with that.

Hope to see you around often.

Lennie

User: lendube
Member since: 08-06-2006
Total posts: 1548

From: IsabelleB

Date: 05-19-2007, 01:01 AM (3 of 11)

Welcome, nkr! You should love it here :up:

Isabelle
Sewing blog: Kitty Couture

User: IsabelleB
Member since: 10-25-2006
Total posts: 265

From: rmh

Date: 05-19-2007, 01:15 AM (4 of 11)

Welcome NKR,

I too think you will love this site. It's a great place to talk to others about anything.
I love to hear what projects others are working on so looking forward to hearing from you too.

Ruth

User: rmh
Member since: 05-03-2007
Total posts: 8

From: cshortsew

Date: 05-19-2007, 08:35 AM (5 of 11)

Welcome to the group. I'm also looking forward to the end of the school year. Our last day for students is May 31st and June 1st for the teachers. I teach a special needs pre-k class. And of course I have a loooong list of sewing and crocheting projects for the summer as well. I'm sure you'll enjoy it here, everyone is very friendly.

cshortsew
Projects Completed in 2007:
Sewing: biscuit quilt, 7 baby dress sets, piggy pillow, 7 baby pants, eyeglass holder, purse, 5 baby outfits, toddler dress set
Crocheting: red purse, piggy slippers, sweater shawl, 5 pr. sock trims, 89 squares, baby sweater, 2 afghans, toddler harness, baby poncho, baby dress
Other: 14 Autism pins
Works in progress:
Sewing: toddler overalls & shirt
Crocheting: vertical stripes afghan

User: cshortsew
Member since: 06-28-2006
Total posts: 380

From: MartySews2

Date: 05-19-2007, 07:26 PM (6 of 11)

Hi Nkr! So glad that you joined the group. I look forward to having you share some of your sewing experiences with the rest of us. Enjoy your summer sewing.
Marty :up: