A great day!

I have had time to do something fun for about a week now. I've been sewing again.

Two weeks ago, while my hubby was out of town, I bought a pattern and material and set about making myself a dress. Even after having my mom help me fit the pattern, the dress turned out too small. Darn it. But if I lose weight it might fit. Bonus? I haven't decided yet.

So, as a consolation prize, I made myself a denim skirt. I'd been wanting one and I had the pattern already. So for less than $20.00 I have a new denim skirt to wear! yea

Today I cut out a pattern with my oldest son who wants to learn to sew. We're going to make a pair of boxers for him.

I made a couple of valences for a friend of mine. I'd promised this around the new year, but she understands my life and all that it entails, so she wasn't in any hurry.

Then I hemmed the denim skirt today and have made a shirt for my youngest son. Well, it's 90% finished. All today!

I had a blast. I got a new serger late this week because they were on sale at Hancock Fabric. I have never had one, but my mom has. After I used hers on my skirt, I was hooked. So, in playing with my new 'toy' today, I got lots done and I have felt very productive.

Also, my hubby and sons have cooked dinner the last two nights. That has allowed me more time to sew, time for them to bond, and it's put much healthier food on the table.

All in all a very good 48 hours!