We all have our moments, right?

So, about 2 months ago my sewing machine started acting up. I tried everything, but couldn't figure out what was wrong. I adjusted the tension, rethreaded it several times, even changed out the needle, but the thread kept breaking and it just wouldn't work.

For 2 dreadful months I avoided my sewing machine, and craft room in general. I was so frustrated that I couldn't bear to try again...until now. And you will not believe what was wrong. I had put the needle in backwards. And apparently when I switched out the needle I put it in backwards, too. I didn't even know that it would fit in there backwards. Anyway, it's back in business and it feels amazing to be able to create again. ...But, I feel like a giant idiot and I can't help but laugh at the whole situation. Silly silly me.

Since my lovely sewing machine is working like a dream again, I made this granny tote! (I'm calling it a granny tote because the floral fabric just makes me think of a granny.) Just a simple tote bag, but I love love the fabric, which is a heavy home-decor fabric I found on clearance at JoAnn's. I lined it with red polka-dot cotton.

Now that my sewing machine is no longer on the fritz, I'll hopefully be sharing more sewing projects.

Happy weekend!
♥ jenny