Thursday 2 July 2009

A new toy and planning for an adventure















Christopher came back from Wells with a new toy for me, a manual Singer sewing machine in good working order. He found it in a charity shop for a laughably small amount of money. I haven't yet done the research to find out how old it is, but it must have some sewing tales to tell. It's in very good condition and has a lovely old wooden case. I'm certainly going to try my hand at sewing with it sometime.

Tomorrow, we're off on our first adventure in the new motorhome - christened Ronnie (it's a Swift Escape, get it?). We're going to Tewkesbury, which is about two hour's drive from here, for the weekend. Some neighbours of
ours who also have a motorhome have offered to come with us and show us the ropes. I've spent the last ten days stocking it up, sorting out bedding and sewing a few bits and bobs.

So, in honour of the occasion, I made myself a new bag, using a U-Handbag pattern, the Expandable Pack it in Tote. It will hold masses of holiday stuff. I've also made a new case for my camera, something I've been planning to do for ages.




























Check in to my other blog and I'll try to take you on a mini-tour of Tewkesbury camp site and town.

10 comments:

Amelia said...

New toy and a fun trip all within a few days...you will be getting spoiled...will have to have a talk with Christopher. Laying all kidding aside, have fun and take lots of pictures to share with us.

Bec said...

WOW! How exciting! Enjoy yourselves.
Your bag and camera case look fantastic, job well done!

Di said...

Aren't you a lucky girl, Amanda! Your creations look so pretty! Have a great time and I'll look forward to piccies :-))

Kay said...

Christopher is a darling sweetie and obviously loves you very much. That is such a neat sewing machine. I love seeing all your creations!

maria said...

Hope you have a great time. We would like a campervan but don't have the spare cash. Love the bag.

Karen said...

I am assuming that you machine is a hand crank. Am I right?

Lynn said...

What a wonderful husband you have - it's not every man that comes home with a sewing machine for his wife. Enjoy your trip!

Gretchen said...

Great new toy! I have one similar to that also but it doesn't run yet. Have a great time on your trip!

Candace said...

What a sweet thing for Christopher to do, and it looks like a wonderful surprise. Your handbag and camera case are really nice.

Judy in Michigan said...

Why don't I get the Ronnie - Swift pun?? Jonathon Swift - ??? So glad no one was hurt in your mis-adventure. DH and I are thinking of a small motorhome too - I will be paying attention to your adventures!