i wanted to write about something super meaningful today (because i've been writing about shopping a whole lot lately) but i'm way too excited about my sewing machine (plus, i'm semi-retarded from a deadly combination of bookkeeping and craft immersion). so i'm going to put off meaning for another day.
i'm learning how to sew...sort of...in my own way. and today i reconstructed a couple of my old shirts. i wish i had better before/after pictures, but...i'm a terrible planner. i kinda just rush in and start pushing stuff around. things either take shape or fall apart in my hands. i'm sure i'll get more plan-tastic over time, but for now...i've got this poorly-documented, messy sprawl of fabric, paint and string. woo!
this was one of those high-collared lacy tops that only looks good on elves...you know, like, zooey deschanel or miranda july. and i made it into...this, um...jackety thing? with a big button and random accents and loads of flair. and also moxie. and also it's my new favorite thing. the end.
