Blog post 5

 Today was the first day I was able to sit down and get comfortable with my sewing machine. I sewed one shirt, and did the pinning for another when I ran into a problem with the threading. At this point, I am still troubleshooting and looking to find what I did wrong, but the mistake I made is helping me get more aquatinted with the machine. Once I get into a rhythm, I find it very soothing and calm. I definitely want to keep working on this after my senior project ends! I also bought more yarn today to make another big blanket, this one for my grandma. Blanket making is one of my favorite things to do, and I am always super pleased with the results! I really love the exposed stitching on the shirt, and I definitely want to try to make another like this!






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