Much as I wish I spent every sewing studio moment in a froth of creativity, sometimes you have to clean up the details.
I sewed a hanging sleeve on a small quilt for an auction,
sewed down most of the applique on a group quilt block,
figured out what to use for a mug rug swap,
and completed the quilting on Bumblebee.
My reward is to draw a line through those items on my list. Tangible progress.
I’m very bad at doing these little jobs–it’s happening with weaving, too. I leave fringe untwisted, hems unstitched, etc. But your finished projects are inspiring and look great!
Those little jobs I try to save up for listening to audio books or watching TV shows that don’t require intense concentration to follow the plot line. However, I do all the measuring needed first, having learned from past oopsies. And thanks for the compliment about my projects.
A lot of times its getting the ‘little’ (but necessary) things done that free you for your next great inspiration!
Sewing on hanging sleeves, finishing up bindings, and other such chores are indeed good times to let your mind wander aimlessly and possibly alight on new ideas.
Bumblebee looks great! It does feel so good to get projects completed including those little details!
Thanks. I’ll try to bring it to the next modern meeting. Don’t know when I’ll get the binding done, as other projects have priority.
Good for you. I feel like my feet are in mud — not making progress very fast. 😦
Unfortunately inspiration doesn’t work on a schedule. I hope some projects gel for you so at least your mind gets out of the mud.
thanks