Wow, first blog.

Okay, so I am starting a blog so everyone (who wants to, I know EVERYONE won't want to) can view the things I spend my time in the basement creating, copying and forcing on a vast majority of people I know.

I guess I should start with some information about myself for those that don't know me but are interested in starting.

I am a sorta full time mom (I mean, yeah my boys live with me, yeah I take care of them, yeah I love them to bits, but lets face it, they aren't reading this so what do they care ;) anyway. I do the wife thing too when I can fit it in. Ask him, that's about the truth of it. I also clock in as a critical care nurse 36 hours a week. So, when I am not caught up in the aforementioned, I go to my basement and I sew. And this is what this blog is about. My sewing. I do get easily sidetracked so I won't guarantee anything . . .

I have been able to sew curtains, pillows and a little mending for a few years now. About two years ago I decided to try a purse. You know, something the rest of the world that I DIDN'T KNOW could judge. Come on, if it's in my house, what ARE people going to say?? Anyway, I have gotten much better and much braver. I can do aprons, little girl skirts, large purses, even sectional slipcovers. I can sew leatherish handles onto purses by hand (no easy feat trust me) and last week I "created" my own pattern.

I love sewing. I love people ohhing and ahhing over my things - although most of it is stuff from patterns. I sewed it!! The sense of accomplishment is abundant. The whole 9 yards is rewarding. That is unless I have sat there taking one purse apart 3 times and still can not figure out what those instructions intend for me do. I love seeing and touching what other people have created! I mean, holding something hand crafted and thinking to yourself "where did that idea come from?" can mesmerize me. Doesn't it you? Then, don't you think to yourself, "how would I do that?"

So, even if you don't enjoy the writing, I hope you enjoy the photos!! I am up for sharing ideas, constructive criticism and your funny stories! I am so looking forward to this journey!

Enjoy!
Ivena (long i long v long e - na)