The final result. But I think I am going to change the buttons to bigger ones.
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My buttons finally arrived. So my first cardigan is finished.
Already busy with my second one
Both patterns by filcolana and made with drops yarn
#memade #slowfashion #knitting #knitted #memademay

Did some sewing last week.
I made 2 easy blouses. They are a part of a set of traditional Flemish clothing. I also made a traditional headscarf
After those easy projects I did some repairwork that was lying there for a few years.
Finally I found some motivation to work on my coat. I finished the padded lining.

#slowfashion #handmadewardrobe #sewing #sewist #madebyme

Going slow but steady.
Sleeve 1 is finished. Sleeve 2 is going easier. It was my first attempt with dpn.
I love the color so I hope it fits when finished
#slowfashion #knitting #dpnknitting #handmade #memade #knittedcardigan

Result after one week.
It was my first time using this technique for the border. So the border itself alone took 3 days. But I am happy with the results
I learned knitting when I was 6-7 years old. But after I left the Steinerschool I didn't knit that much anymore. I remember making a stola/shawl when I was 18. But that must be the only thing. I learned how to sew and that became my number one hobby. But when I got sick and I spent most of my time in the sofa I tried it again. Sadly enough I noticed it became to painful for my shoulders. So I switched to crocheting. I made many stuffed toys and shawls over the years. And then the cable needles became popular. I tried it and what a relief. It is so much more comfortable for my shoulders. So, new hobby/addiction unlocked. And busy with my first cardigan.
I hope to make a few cardigans this year. I love the process. But also as a statement against the ultra fast fashion. I sew most of my clothes. But wool cardigans, I still bought them. In theory I have enough clothes. But since knitting goes very slow, I am going to try to go slow and steady to make a full me made wardrobe. It will take years. But I enjoy the process. I have enough clothes for now, but I can replace pieces that get worn out by handmade items.
Pattern is "Fabienne" by Filcolana
Yarn is drops Lima
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The opposite of ultra fast fashion.
Day 3 knitting on this sweater.
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2 years ago I started with my first quilt. A curtain for my front door. I used a pattern that I found on Pinterest. But is was to small so I added the birds. It ended up in a box during renovations. Finally I have some time to finish it. Just need to ad the binding and the sleeves for the curtainrails.
So far I am happy with the results
#quilted #quilt #handmade #sewing

Last weekend I went to the Dior exhibition in Den Haag.
It was a very good learning moment for myself.
And it was a sewist heaven to sea all those beautiful clothes, embroidery,...
Afterwards there was also a lecture by Regula Ysewijn. Always a pleasure to see her.
#dior #exhibition #kunsenmuseum #denhaag

Knitting a shawl
I need to keep my hands busy while watching tv.
Last months I crocheted almost 200 granny squares and made a blanket. Currently waiting for fabric for the back to finish it. So I started knitting.
I learned it when I was 6 years old but with the standard needles it hurts to much in my shoulders.
A few weeks ago I ordered these cable needles and it is a lot easier. So time to fine tune my technique before I start knitting a sweater.
#knitting #slowfashion