Artsy Fartsy

I did it. After years of saying I might, I did it. After years of trying and failing and feeling overwhelmed with crafting projects, I did it. After blog-hopping and seeing that everyone out there has some sort of crafty thing going, I was compelled to try my hand at being artsy fartsy too. Yes, I bought my very own sewing machine.

I dragged Shannon with me to Wal-Mart and picked out a machine identical to hers so I can call her at all hours and know that she can walk me through any problem. Here is our shopping extravaganza (please ignore the weird squatting position I've assumed; apparently I was so thrilled I almost peed my pants):


I picked out some fabric to make some of the great burp rags Shannon makes and then we came back to my house to set up the machine. And by "we" I mean Shannon, of course, because I know less than nothing about sewing.



Sure, all the pictures of me, but let's be clear that Shannon did all the work. The Bebe maybe needed a nap, but I NEEDED MY SEWING MACHINE THREADED. I held Shannon and her bebe hostage until she gave me a quick overview of everything I needed to get started. I was ready to go!

Unfortunately, between lunch, doctor appointments for kids, and playdates, I didn't get to try out my craftiness until late this afternoon. My seams are ridiculously crooked, but here is the kitchen towel/burp rag I made:

I made two of these and I plan to do more tomorrow. It's just practice at this point, but I'm still really excited to get to the level of making burp cloths and matching blankets. My cousin just had a baby and my brother and his wife are expecting a new one this year. I'd love to give them some of these.