I am a sewing machine. Yes, the sewing machine is out and has been working today. Now I’m not a Bernina or Husqvarna. No, I’m not fancy, rather I’m pretty simple. I’m more like my little Singer Simple machine which is trustworthy, reliable and simple. I don’t have grand plans for my sewing. I can’t quilt. I can’t embroider. No automatic button holes and no automatic bobbin winding. Maybe someday, but for now I am content and am able to make handmade things with love for my family.
Today I whipped up not one, not two, but three rice pillows that I had seen here and here. Everyone now has their own warmie – as Makena has named them. You can heat them up in the microwave or stick them in the freezer. I was able to use that newly thrifted vintage pink fabric, a vintage sheet and some quilting fabric. I have a large stack of vintage sheets and pillowcases that I’ve picked up out and about. This was my first time cutting into them and it was the perfect project.
Since I’ve started cutting into my vintage sheets I think I’ll go for a bigger project. Eren had posted a vintage pillowcase quilt a while back and I’ve been dying to make it. Now to decide which pillowcases to use. I think tomorrow I’ll show you my stash and get your opinions. You know, I think my Singer Simple is up to the challenge of a new blanket!
