Despite studying textiles for GCSE I can hardly remember what a sewing machine looks like, let alone how one works, so this morning I spent three glorious hours in a workshop relearning the basics.
The class was held in the teacher's garden workshop, a lovely airy space, full of fabric and machines. Two other ladies and I were set the challenge of making a patchwork cushion by the end of the three hours. I must admit I wasn't too confident. Jenny, the teacher, was fabulous and patient and took us every step of the way. After a few cups of coffee, a bit of chit-chat and a good half-hour or so selecting fabric I was ready to get started.
And here is the finished piece. My cutting was a little wonky but actually you can't really tell once it has the pad in. I will most certainly be returning and have even started looking up sewing machines. Oh, I can feel another hobby coming on!
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