Project 1 & Work Space

The first sewing project for the class Home Ec was to make single-layer and double-layer napkins! Sounds fairly easy (which for the most part it was), but I swear my sewing machine does not like to zig zag! It sure was a long journey. However, I think I did pretty well if I do say so myself! Take a look!

Above- I just finished pressing my fabric (even though you can't tell) and I pinned the sides down. Ready to start the sewing process!

Here's my bro! (That's my lil nickname for my machine!) Here I had just finished threading the bobbin, then I put the bobbin in its little home under the needle and now I'm ready for take-off! :)

I test drove the whole zig zag stitch on a scrap piece of fabric before starting the real project. So this image is when bro started to cooperate with me.

Done! The white napkin in the middle is the single-layer and the outer napkin is the double-layer! I surprised myself with the double-layer because you have to round the stitch at each corner and I did it like it was my job! :) Overall I had a lot of fun making these! Can't wait for today's project; a gift pouch!

Below are some pictures of my work area. The space really should be a little bigger! :) But for now it will do and I still love it!
My dad actually made this sewing table for me! Isn't it great? It has a lot of storage and a cute little area for my laptop! The best part is, while it's not in use, the whole table closes up!