Thanksgiving Day sewing
I hope you all had a joyful and happy Thanksgiving. This is the first turkey day celebration in several years that both of our children and their families were gathered around the harvest table. In order for that to happen, we scheduled our festivities for Wednesday. That allowed for dinner with their in-laws.
It’s been a lonnnnnnng time since I’ve posted, for no other reason than busy, busy, busy-ness. A lot of time has been spent with dear friends who are dealing with heartbreaking and life-threatening health hardships. These continue even now. High on our Thankful-For List is good health. I am reminded yet again that sewing is not the most important task on my daily to-do list. But it’s still near the top.
I have sewn a little and finally finished smocking the striped Swiss dot daygown which was started some time ago. Just last night, I pleated up a matching bonnet so that and a pair of pink knitted booties will complete this little outfit.
I have to say again that this is one of the most luscious fabrics I have ever handled. And now I’m beginning to wonder about the fiber content, as it seems to be nearly wrinkle free. That would be a real bonus.
These photos have given me fits as I’ve tried to adjust them to reflect the true colors. Trust me, the pink is as soft as baby’s cheeks and the smocking is slightly darker. Continue reading
