One of my most treasured possessions is my sewing machine. When Mum and Dad got me it a few Christmasses ago, they wrote on a label "Believe in your ability and this will become your true friend". I remember this every time I flick the switch on the side to turn it on. I also remember it when I get cross because the thread it all taffled!! It is a "brother" sewing machine so it made sense to name it Cadfael!
Then there is Grace - the very beautiful but not very practical vintage sewing machine. I bought this at an auction a few months ago - I just couldn't help myself! It's a lovely machine, with some very tatty instructions, which I would love to see working but I need some longer bobbins. When Mum was teaching me to sew, she wanted to teach me on her great grandma's machine - a non electric one - but unfortunately it wasn't working so I've never used one like that before. I can't wait to try it!
My spinning wheel...I haven't named yet. It sits in the corner of my room and stares defiantly at me. It taunts me! Once I have finally learned to use it, I might give it a name but I'll probably call it something terrible!
Ginny, Judith and Clemency - 3 crafty sisters are set loose on the world!
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