Here’s one of the bags I’ve been working on for a craft fair in December:
I’m pretty slow about cutting, sewing and assembling these. Each one will be one-of-a-kind. Right now I have a half-dozen bags in various stages of completion. Some need assembly, handles, zippers or all of those.
I have fun making the basic shape, but I’m not really motivated to finish them once I can visualize the completed piece. I guess after that, the creativity part is over and that’s the part I really like. It’s not really a problem – whatever part I’m working on, I do enjoy the sewing … but the finishing is usually what I have to be business-like about forcing myself to work on.
Anyone else have parts of their projects that they like to work on better than others?
Hey girlfriend,
ReplyDeleteI too am feeling the pinch. I am preparing for a show in October and 1 in November...I am up to my eyeballs in halloween goodness.
Ilove your purses... and know exactly how it is...I too have projects finsihed and started and somewhere in between...its maddening. I think I get bored fast and move on to quickly.
Keep up the great work.These bags are very cool....
xo
tina
I have the exact same problem with finishing. I don't have the luxury of such a long deadline for my craft sale. Right now how I get my bags done in time for selling is I don't allow myself to start on another bag until I've completed the current one. Oh, so many times I try to bargain with myself but I am very firm. Otherwise I'll open shop with a half-empty table.
ReplyDeleteOMGosh I'm in love with this bag! How cute, I love the fabric!!
ReplyDeleteHow fun!!
Vicki
Thanks Vicki!
ReplyDeleteJane, I like your discipline - maybe I should get some of that.
Tina - you've reminded me of Halloween! omg, I have soo much work to do!
That bag is wonderful!! very creative!
ReplyDeleteAfter creating something the first time, subsequent "re-makes" are more like factory work. I've been better able to handle that as time has gone on. I do a lot of "dyeing" in my basement. I play an audio book that draws me down, down to the workroom with its compelling story.