Phase one - Planning... Make a list of everything you absolutely need to stitch ...whether you're on a plane or on a cruise or on a mountain top.. You can't go look for a tool, you have to have it with you!
The first chatelaine I made had a lot of beautiful (but not really necessary) vintage tools and it was too cumbersome.. This one had just what I thought I needed and has served me well... except I have now grown used to having my tiny (3+") hemostats handy since my fingers don't work as well as they used to.
I used to have a needle case for the long doll needles which I no longer need and I need to drill a small hole and add a chain to my vintage awl because sometimes it falls out when I pack the chatelaine.
I 'll have to find a place for the hemostats.. .probably upper right and move the awl and needle case to the left... Maybe it can go where the pincushion is and I'll move the pincushion up.... I'll pin them to my old chatelaine and see what works best. The basic shape for the chatelaine is very simple but the planning stage is crucial because it's difficult to add openings and pockets after it is assembled.... And keep in mind whether you are right or left-handed. For me the scissors HAVE to be on my right side.
mine... It deserves it.
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6 comments:
Oh my, your chatelaine has been on my list for a while but I just haven't made it yet. Maybe I should work along with you :). I did make myself a total take-along case out of a gorgeous piece of sari fabric (for the cover). Big pockets on the inside of both covers for blocks and books, a page with several quilting hoops tied on, the back of that page has pull out scissors, a bag with a thimble, pin keep, needlebook and an emery bag, next page has a ghread roll and pencil case, and on the back of that one an envelope for templates and a mobile beading case made from a cigarette case - all in leftover embroidered linen from a jacket I made. I even used up some of the snaps I got when making diapers for my granddaughter on the sides and it has a good carry handle.
What a great thing to have! I will be interested in seeing it come to life.
Deb
I've been thinking about making myself one for a while, so I'll be watching as your new one comes together.
Great class! You could also embroider your name on it so you would not need a name tag.
Your chatelaine is wonderful. At first I saw a mans tie but then upon reading realized you made the entire piece. I will begin gathering my supplies and thinking of what I use and how it will be included. Thank you sew very much for sharing your wonderful chatelaine. A travel case for yours will be a very nice addition. Happy Hearts are Creative Hearts...
what a delightful piece and as you say you have everything you could possibly need wrapped around your neck. I did make a hardanger one years ago but it lacks lots of bits and to be honest it just sits on a table must make use and add to it.
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