I now own a sewing machine!!!!

Ok, so I am super excited!  This weekend, I was given a Bernina Sewing Machine by an in-law for the cost of shipping it.  I needed a machine of my own and she was looking to give this one to someone since she already has a few.  If you know much about the different machines (which I don't), you will know that these are like the luxury cars of the sewing machine world.  After having this machine, I will be spoiled for life, but I wasn't going to pass the offer up!  I still haven't decided when I will start the process of learning the sewing craft, but I hope sometime this winter I will find the time.  Thanks for the machine Jean!  :)

Sneak Peek of Holiday Gifties!

I can't post too many photos of what I have finished, but above are a few sneak peeks of what I have gotten done for Christmas. The top 2 are of a kitchen towel and the bottom are some cute ornaments I stitched on a bread basket towel.  I used Sublime Stitching patterns from the Forest Friends and Winterland transfers. I can't wait to get all the gifts done and be able to start stitching for myself! 

My 1st Stitched Gift!

Below is a photo of the 1st thing I ever stitched as a gift.  I did this kitchen towel for a bridal shower gift.  I chose the design because she loves stars and it looked simple enough to do.  I hope to post more photos soon of all the other things I have now been making for Christmas gifts.  They have been keeping me busy all fall!