Sewing Machine repair victory!

I have resolved to follow through with and finish projects as a new mantra, starting with the mess of half finished avalanche that is my work table (top as well as underneath)

I present to you: Pat's new (to him) sewing machine!


Pat has easily waited over a year for me to find and fix him and working sewing machine from my land of misfit toys. This kenmore is a workhorse! (as most of them are, very easily fixed these guys are so if you find them out and about give them a test and snatch them up) All this model needed was a thorough cleaning, oiling on all of the joints, a replacement bobbin case and light bulb, and tightening up the presser foot.

Success! Now onto the other four...

(in my defense I have already eliminated a fifth machine from my capabilities for repair)

Happy Valentine's Day 2011! Spreading the local love with local gift giving

I planned ahead this year with a sneak attack and had valentines waiting at home for my Jay as soon as we got home from our Valentine's trip to Nashville!




Lots of wonderful goodies were packed inside including:

Handmade Blueberry Syrup from Serenity Gardens found via the Beehive Atlanta:


A delightful brass addition to our ever-growing bottle cap opener collection from Authentique and a delicious chocolate from Cacao Atlanta (we had already eaten the other one by the time this photo was taken... :



And last but not least a heartfelt notion from Pancake and Franks from San Francisco (also courtesy of Authentique) Stay tuned for the envelope lining tutorial that took this sweet valentine to the next level!