Today's Tool Shed

 After many years of stashing away my sewing supplies and tools, I decided it was time for a visit to the sewing tool shed.  My approach was one of simplicity. Let's not go over board and buy every sewing tool there is on the market, instead I went for the tools I would really have use for.  This morning I decided it was time to  get moving and lay out the tools and start a project. My goal in all of this is to perfect my sewing skills.

I learned to sew on my Mom's old Singer sewing machine. I was in fourth grade when I did my first major sewing project. My Mom was our 4H leader and we made a green skirt. I can still remember trying so hard to keep the stitches going in a straight line. Over the years, I moved on to more complicated items. I still have the apron I made in Home Economics class in 8th grade.

I made my own wedding dress and two of my bridesmaids' dresses. When our children came along I was constantly sewing for them. I even made a tie for my husband. And then life got busy. It seems I would find it easier to go purchase an article of clothing instead of making it. But lately I've had this feeling that I wanted to get back to "making" good quality items. So I refreshed my supply of sewing tools.

The tools are ready, I'm ready, time to get sewing!