The secret ruffler foot

Something strange happened today. My parents popped in to visit me and brought a package (addressed to me) which they had found in their garage. It was a bit grim - all dusty and the numbers had totally faded from the postage label. However it was well wrapped in a jiffy bag and when I looked inside, it contained a brand new ruffler foot for my sewing machine.

I must have sent for it over two years ago. There's no packing slip but I think it's a cheapy generic one that I ordered from ebay. Obviously I either forgot or wasn't that bothered when it didn't arrive!

I've tried a ruffler foot since then and it's never worked, in fact I thought they were a total waste of time. But the one I got today has changed my mind. Check this out. It's in perfect condition and worked a treat.



Wow. It even worked on the 'every stitch' setting which constantly jammed my machine with my other one. And it's so fast and so neat and even.

Ruffles just got a whole lot easier.

Sewing time

Looks like its time to start sewing. I am not interested in making 'knock offs' of branded goods. I want to make some Lolita inspired pieces that are individual, fit me and don't cost a fortune.

I like to sew. I have a sewing machine. I think these are the basic requirements to Gothic & Lolita sewing. Having access to a sewing machine is pretty mandatory - doing this kind of work by hand would take forever! I don't think you have to be a great seamstress to have a go either, as long as you take into account your skill level when planning your project. If you have never done any sewing before - its best to learn some basics rather than jumping in at the deep end.