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A 1930s UFO - it's not made well, but it's made! |
The year thus far has been a rollercoaster (understatement), and my sewing adventures have been rather manic-depressive - great big swings between "sew all the things" and "I haven't entered my sewing room in longer than I can remember."
A lot of us are feeling this way right now. I'm on a semi-upswing of sewing. I do about a good day's worth, then lose energy to continue, but even in that stripped-back way I'm getting things done, and drawing benefit from the creative time.
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My "big" project of 2020 - pulling this 1760s sacque out of its plastic bag and pushing it through to completion. |
I don't have tips for you on how to re-energize and get back to sewing. I'd just like to share the things I've made this year, and what I'm kindof working on right now...
Things I've Made/Finished...
- 1630s Dutch Lobster-Bodice
- 1890s Linen Blouse
- 1930s Dotty Old Lady Dress
- Green Late 1930s Day Dress
- 1760s Robe a la Francaise
- 1890s Linen Cycling Jacket
Things I'm Working On/Intend to Finish...
- 1730s Robe Volante
- 1630s Dutch Vlieger (Surcoat)
- 1890s "Colette" Eton Jacket
- 1780s Embroidered Italian Gown
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| 1730s Robe Volante in progress - this is pretty much a hot mess at the moment. |
I guess that's not so bad for this year! Most of my projects are UFOs. I enjoy "fixing" things, though finding the motivation to pick up and seam-rip into a roadblocked old project is challenging. I greatly enjoy seeing something rise from the dead and come to fruition.
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1890s Shirtwaist. I look hopeful for the future. LOL. |
If you too have lost your sewing mojo, I encourage you to make a list of everything and anything you've made this year. It doesn't even have to be sewing-related. I've cooked *a lot* this year, and I get the same creative buzz from cooking.
Have you grown a garden?
Baked?
Made masks?
Gotten out of bed? (most mornings, some mornings?)
Put on makeup or done your hair?
Just surviving this year is accomplishment enough. <3
