I Feel Productive Today

I already handed the first batch of headbands that I made. The residents loved them. I'm glad.  I planned to make more. Just a simple keepsake.  It is fun to share a little bit of ourselves to others, without expecting anything in return.

The other day, I was wearing one of the headbands I made for myself when one of the residents asked where did I get my headband.  I said, I made it.  She was amazed to learn that I can make them.  So, I ended up telling her I am going to make one for her.
 

Headband From Scratch

Tonight, I made another batch of headbands. Hope the residents would like it as the others.  I felt so accomplished by doing this.

 I am excited to bring these tomorrow.  =)

Time check - 12:15 AM
October 16, 2015

Brother CS-6000i

I have an old sewing machine and I can say that I learned so many things from it.  It was not a good quality machine but tolerable since it is for a beginner like me. But, I want a better machine that can help me work flawlessly.  I think I am getting better, haha...

Unfortunately, I did not have money for a better machine so I put up with my old one, for a couple of  months.  I started saving money just to buy me a new one.  For the meantime, I kept using my old toy because I am still learning from it. It was alright.  What matters was I am having fun.  I get irritated at times, especially if the thread jams. Oh, the fun... but I survived. Haha...

Singer 1507

Singer 1507, my husband bought this for me as a birthday gift.  I was 40 then but I did not use this until I was 42.  Anyways, I am not going to throw my Singer away.  I am keeping it as a back-up.  I can still use it for small projects. 

In September, I bought a new machine, yay! I was looking for another singer and I already had something in mind.  I saved money for it. I always go to JoAnn Fabric Store, and that's where I saw "My" dream machine.  It was on sale that time so I was like, "I am buying you!"  but... my husband told me to check it online for it might be cheaper.  So, online I went.  The prices are almost the same.  As I was browsing, a machine caught my attention.  It was so pretty and it has all five stars. All reviews were positive.  There were negative ones but I never count on those.  I go for the positive one and the stars.  The price was also reasonable.  As soon as it arrived, I tested it and I was in love with how smooth it is and all the features was all I was looking for. 

Brother CS-6000i

So here, the Singer sewing machine I was eyeing for was worth $300 + and Brother CS-6000i I got it for $147.00 on Amazon.  I saved a ton with my Brother, haha... I am sewing, and sewing, and sewing, and sewing.  I only stop if I have to go to work.  I am still learning the machine, though, but I love it already.  It's worth the wait,doesn't it?

I will tell about the features of my new toy next time.  This woman needs to go to bed because I am gonna be working on the floor tomorrow.  Have a good night everyone. =)

DIY Seat Belt Cover

I do not like my seat belt touching and rubbing my skin, especially my neck.  It irritates me a lot.  I planned to buy a seat belt online but it is too expensive just for a pair. So, I thought "Maybe I can make one for myself."  It was my first attempt and I can say that I am pleased. 

Purrst Seat Belt Cover

Here's what really excites me.  My co-worker saw my seat belt cover and she wanted one for herself.  I was skeptical at first.  To be honest, the one I made was just for myself and though I liked it, it is not perfect, yet.  Anyways, I still tried my best.  So, tonight... I've decided to sew. 

Seat Belt Cover For Dog Lovers

Here it is.  I think I did a pretty good job. What do you think?  My co-worker is paying me for these. I am happy. Hehehe...

I do not have any tutorials, yet, for I am not an expert sewer.  I will try sharing ideas in the future. So, help me God. =)

I Am Having Fun

Hello there!  How is everyone doing today?  Well, I have been very busy lately, with work and with other stuff.  I have been sewing a lot since the first day I learned how to.  It is so much fun.  Anyways, since it is Fall season, I have thought of making a sling bag with a Fall spirit.  Oh, yeah! I love bags, haha...

Here it is.

I am ready for the Fall

I started making this on Thursday but then I stopped. I was getting too tired so I finished it the next day. So far, I am very pleased and excited.


But, wait!  What am I going to do with all the scraps?  Here is what I ended up making.

From Scrap With Love

Yes, I made headbands. Aren't they cool?  I think these are giveaways and I already know who to give these to.  MY RESIDENTS! I hope they will like it.  I am going to make some more.  It is really fun. =)

I am going to post more next time.  Back to bed I go. =)

Time check:  12:07 Noon.
Friday

A New Year, A New Life, A New Interest

This is my first post for the year 2015.  I have been through a lot last year.  I lost my job, couldn’t pay my bills in full, could not send any monetary help to my ailing mother.  It was hard.   Luckily, I got hired at Jackson Medical Care Facility, my second home.  I cannot thank them enough for trusting and believing in me.   I had to stop my schooling because I cannot think straight.  So many bad occurrences I have had face last year.  I thought I could not survive or brave all my predicaments. 

 

Everything was going smoothly.  Not until I was scheduled for breast surgery on September.  So, here is another chapter in my life that I had to deal with.  Radiation therapy after the surgery was not a fun experience but worth it.  December 23, 2014 was my last therapy.  It was an early Christmas gift to me.   At last!  One chapter is done.  Next, please.

 

My patience paid off.

I Feel Good!

I have not yet started the Tamoxifen.  To be honest, I am having confusions with this medication.  Is it worth taking?  You can read it here and leave me a comment.  Tell me what is your take, please?  Thank you.

On the lighter side, I have started a new hobby.  In 2012, my husband bought me this Singer sewing machine for my 40^th birthday .  On January 3^rd, I celebrated my 43^rd birthday.  Thank you for the greetings, hihihi…

On my 40th birthday.

After my surgery, the doctor wanted me to have a time off from work. It was a two long boring weeks.  Then, I thought of my Singer.  FYI, I know nothing in sewing.  I just wanted to have one, for future hobby.  That time is now.  I have started buying stuff necessary for sewing.  I am a Facebook addict so I joined this page that talks about sewing.   Since I am not sewing literate, YouTube is my online tutor.  There are so many channels for a beginner like me.  It was fun watching these talented people and taking their time to teach a newbie, for Free. 

While not working, I have tried to make something that will make my mini-vacation a fruitful one.  It has been a long dream to make my own sling bag.  Due to a hectic working schedule and a little laziness on the side, it took me forever to get my first project done.  

My First Baby.

I know.  Not the best creation but spare me, please.  I am still learning and I will take all the criticism positively.  I am very proud of myself when I got this one done.  NO pattern just purely imagination, hah! =)  

The Plaid

 This one was not so perfect but I spent days and nights to make this apron.  I have aprons that I bought from stores so I gave this to a friend.  I hope she still uses this. You know who you are! Ahaha...

As you may know, I have 14 cats, all indoors.  Actually, my kitties were the inspirations why I have decided to continue with the sewing.  One time, I ordered a bow tie for two of my cats online.  I was glad when the order arrived. Then I though, "Why not just make bow ties for my cats.  It looks so easy to make."  I am not going to lie, it is not easy at first.  My cats were pretty pleased with their outfits, if I say so myself.
=^. .^=

Lucy wearing a pink bow tie.

Tiki rocking her pink and beige bow tie.

Excuse the threads.  I was still figuring out how am I going to hem the sides.  Still experimenting on the colors.

Yahtzee doesn't look so pleased.

Here, Yahtzee giving me "The Look".  Although she doesn't look so happy in the picture she never gave me a hard time trying the scarf on her.  I think she is my most cooperative model.

Credits are to my kitties Lucy, Tiki The Silly and Yahtzee, The baby of the fam.