I finally got around to finishing the skirt I started for Yenti the Matchmaker! All that was left was sewing a casing for the elastic, installing the elastic and hemming the skirt to the appropriate length. I have never been one to have much success with elastic waistbands because I always measure too small, and the finished product never fits up over my hips. BUT! I found success in this skirt! And! I even got to learn to operate a new machine. Kierrah taught me how to use the blind hem stitch machine, and I was blown away. From the outside, you can't even see the seam. It's incredible. However using the machine took a lot of practice. I was surprised that the machine only has one speed, and that is super mega fast. So I probably spent a solid 20 minutes learning how to control and navigate the machine while still yielding the desired reults.
There were also several people who came in to be measured and fitted with costumes, and I was shocked that options are a tad more limited. There are only a few more cast members who need costumes, and with the decision to have many of the wives wear black skirts, we may need to make more! Many of the skirts we have are smaller sizes, and despite being elastic, won't fit several of the women.
I still really love lab. I love the opportunity to learn and improve basic sewing skills!
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