Arnden's Space: My Sewing Spaces

Sunday, February 15, 2009

On a blog I like to read, Sew Mama Sew, there is a contest and tag game about people's sewing rooms. So I am going to participate...

What do you usually sew? Renaissance Costumes, Quilts and recently Stuffed Dolls
When you shop for fabric, what size cuts do you usually buy? If you see something beautiful, but you don’t have a use for it right away, how much do you buy? I like to buy FQs and up to a yard of things I like and novelties. If I love it, then it depends on the price. I have 5-6 yards of the Moda Strawberry Lemonade fabrics I found on sale.
Do you buy on impulse or do you go out looking for something you need? Both, normally I need one thing and bring home many.
Are you a pre-washer? If you are, do you wash your fabric before you need it, or only when you’re ready to use it? Nope, I love the crinkly look.
Do you iron it? If I wash it, yes, otherwise only if it is very wrinkly and I need to cut it.
How do you sort it? Color or collection and separate out polka dots and stars.
Do you have any special folding techniques? Not really.
How do you store your fabric? On shelves, in tubs and stacked. See pics...
What tips do you have for building up a well-rounded stash? Always look at the sale section!
When do you say enough is enough? Never!
What are some of your favorite stash-busting projects? Doll Quilts!
Do you have a current favorite print in your stash? I am really into Kawaii right now and love the fairytale line from kokka.
What’s your definition of the perfect stash? Well used, organized and bright!