I managed to make a new scarf (more of a fashion accessory than a winter muffler) and I refashioned a dress I bought last summer into a new and fabulous skirt (I will get a picture of it later). The dress was a cool angled stripe but way too much for an entire dress not to mention the fact that it was at least one size too big. I got it on summer clearance at Target for about $2 intending to refashion it as it had lots of potential.

Projects currently queued:

• Skirt refashioned from two floral print vintage pillowcases, not decided it it will be a full skirt or a-line yet. (inspiration and a pattern)
• Several tote bags refashioned from tank tops. (pattern PDF)
• Toddler shorts refashioned from old knit tops destined for the garbage bin as they have stains.
• An apron or two from fabric in my stash. (pattern)
• Wrap skirt from sarong. The fabric is fabulous and I just want to wear it more than as a swimsuit coverup. (pattern)
• Arm warmers from knits in my stash (pattern PDF)
• Lydia long sleeve knit tops. (pattern)
• Pillowcase dresses for the little one and a top for me from vintage pillowcases in my stash.

I have tried to crochet or knit but it’s just too darned hot to have all that yarn rolling across my lap. Sewing is my summer fun! I honestly think my sewing machine is on it’s last legs. I have tuned and greased it as much as I can but it slows down more everyday. I almost don’t see the point in taking it in for repair as a new one with many more features is only $150 on sale at JoAnn’s.