Pretty Princess Kit:

[mightyjesse]

So... I have this problem. I don't have as much quality garb as I'd like for the reign. (2 outfits ain't gonna cut it... I managed to wear both of them in one day at Crown, and I've got 2 WARS to attend...)

That being the case, and being as I've had more kind offers to help than I can keep track of, Eithni and I put together some "tunic kits" last night. We cut out all the pieces required to make me a tunic, printed off some assembly instructions, and a card with contact info if there are any questions, jammed it all in a zip-lock baggie, and now anyone who wants to help CAN with very little trouble. All you need are a needle, thread, and nimble fingers or a fancy machine...

I'm hoping that I can put together some similar "kits" for sirzig next week and get those into circulation quickly as well.

My only complaint? I really, really hate cutting out patterns. It is my LEAST favorite part of sewing. I really love sewing... I want someone to make ME a Pretty Princess Kit so I'll have an excuse to go sit in a corner and play with string.

Ah, well. Hopefully I can get one together for myself in time for the looooong drive out to Silks, Needles, and More! out in Korsvag. That'll be something to look forward to. In the mean time, I'm trying to figure out if I have time to slap together a new apron dress for ARRG! You know... Because I have too much spare time on my hands.

Comments

[abelove.livejournal.com]

have you invested in a rotary cutter and mat yet? they make cutting out patterns so much easier...that used to be my least favorite part too, until I got my rotary and giant mat =)

[gflower.livejournal.com]

I would be happy to put together a kit...or just to make you a sideless surcoat to go over one of them (I have a great pattern, Bridei borrowed my black surcoat from Chivalry Sports and before she gave it back she traced it for me so I'd have a pattern!)

Are you going for any particular colors besides black/yellow/white?

I'd be more than happy to sew one

[krkhst.livejournal.com]

if you still need help...

[gwyneth1362.livejournal.com]

I can help, if machine sewing is okay. For both or either of you.

Another volunteer volunteering!

[spot1111.livejournal.com]

Can you send one of your kits out with Baroness Eithne to Quest? I can pick it up there and work on it. If the weather is rainy, may have several people willing to work, you know? And if it's not Kingdom colors, email me the color so I can bring thread.

How are you doing the neckline edge?

[newperspectives.livejournal.com]

I can't volunteer for much until I get through my move and to Lilies, but at that point I'd be glad to do some sewing! I will keep an eye out here and be in touch.

[giftofamber.livejournal.com]

Unless you are *really* desperate, I'm afraid your sewing skills are WAY better than my own. But then I've already begun on other helpful projects that fit with my skill set. ;-)

[cassbunny.livejournal.com]

Would love to help...
I have a counter height 48"x96" cutting table (and no animals) if you ever want to do a cutting session over here.
Get me ideas, fabric and pattern for anything and it will get done. Let me know if you want it done exactly as ordered or if I can use some artistic license.
Will either of you be at Castle Fever/TOC? I can arrange to get things from you then. Trips to Madison are not out of the question, but I would like to keep my expenses at a minimum...gas is getting more expensive again.
Me being unemployed gives you some advantages! I has time!

he he he

[(Anonymous)]

HA HA! You have to behave now, your a Princess.

xoxo Blue