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SWoerner
Elkton, MD, USmember
A 55yo female that became disabled almost 5 years ago and had to give up my lifelong ocupation of nursing for the previous 35 years. Due to severe depression at not being able to work, constant pain and savings disapearing before my eyes, I returned to my old past time of sewing. Due to my handicap, I am only able to be on my feet for short spurts, but I eventially get it done. My machine is from the 70's, but I always manage to get it to work. I've always dreamed of having a serger and a dressform, but disability does not pay enough for a family of 4. I have a son of 22 with Down's syndrome and due to his shape, I have started making his pants (he hates buttons and zippers) and could use all the help I can get.
craft interests: crochet, knitting, sewing, jewelry crafting
Member Since: 12/10/2010
















Re: MAGAZINE GIVEAWAY: The New June/July Issue of Threads (#161)
I don't know where to start, every single article calls out to me, If I don't win I will definately pick up this issue.
posted: 10:10 am on April 18thThe Bias Skirt (always have trouble with bias), easy mending techniques, products for stabilizing seams and I could go on to mention the others, but I will just have to wait and see.
I have always dreamed of having a dressform even still I would love to read how to use one for different sizes.
Re: DVD GIVEAWAY: Threads Magazine Archive, 1985-2011
I have started sewing again since I became disabled. Unfortunately, disability does not allow me the luxury to afford the magazine subscription. So many techniques have changed for the better and like everyone else I am constantly searching the internet to find new information. Threads site has helped tremendously and I would love to win this set. It would be so exciting to win and I couldn't thank you enough.
posted: 2:12 pm on October 18thRe: Book Giveaway: "1,000 Clever Sewing Shortcuts & Tips"
Since I recently resumed my sewing passion since childhood, Any and all tips I get are very helpful. So much has changed since I took Home Ec, and I am learning (the hard way) that there are easier and less time comsuming ways to put your project together. To have this book, would allow me to not feel ANCIENT!! I love the satisfaction you get when you complete a dress, shirt, skirt, etc. all by yourself and even better, when you came up with the design.
posted: 10:36 am on January 5thRe: Magazine Giveaway: "Quick Stuff to Sew"
Since I can't spend too much time on my feet, this would be a great item. I love to keep busy doing something and I just can't get into TV. So anything that would keep me preoccupied is for me.
posted: 12:56 pm on December 10thRe: How did you learn to sew?
I, like many of my generation started sewing in high school. I became infatuated with all the creations you could do. My one memory that I will never forget and neither my mother was my assignment to make a jumper. I was so excited purchasing the fabric and I knew exactly how it would turn out. What made this a memory not to forget----I was raised Strict Southern Baptist, which meant everything my sister and I wore had to be at least 2" BELOW the knee. At that time MINI skirts were in fashion. I always wore skirts to school and of course being the rebellious one, rolled them up when I got to school. You can guess by now what I did. That's right---The hem was ABOVE my knees!!! It was beautiful, the fabric, colors, technique I was so proud of myself. That was until my mother saw it. I never saw that jumper again, but I will never forget it.
posted: 12:53 pm on December 10th