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Sew Nude!

Last night I brought my Bernina 1001 to my figure drawing class. This drawing, or maybe I should call it a sewing, was a successful piece!
It is a tough thing to do, drawing in this manner. The most difficult part is plotting where my stitches should end up while not being able to see over the machines' head. I have figured out a way to plot using my fingers and studying the model.
I need to remind myself to loosen up, embrace the medium for what it is, and not to expect a pencil drawing from my machine. It is not as easy to lift the needle and begin drawing in a new place as it is with a pen or pencil.
Really, I am happy enough to be able to draw anything remotely similar to the figure itself!
When the model saw me setting up my machine she said, "I have never seen anyone do this before!"
My reply, "I don't know what classes you've been modeling for."

Many have written about how my sewing room is so organized! This is a new development! I just bought the bookcase and plastic boxes* that are behind my sewing machines. I am still in process about how to effectively store my fabrics. I think plastic drawers are in order, I want to be able to see into the drawer as well as pull them out and replace them when finished.

* my yarn stash fits in one lime green plastic box!