Before you get to excited about seeing quilty stuff, I need to let you know that I did a different type sewing this weekend.
About twenty years ago, I celebrated when I sewed on the very last Scout badge/patch for the kids. Woooo hooo! Done at last! Little did I know that the badges/patches would come back to haunt me.
I collected everything I needed and tackled a project that involved five Scout uniforms, a Scout sash, and sewing stuff on... mostly moving stuff from one uniform to another.
The oldest grandson, now a freshman in high school, 6'2" and growing, needed a bigger shirt so I tackled that first.
The shirt is a brand new design with (polyester) microfiber and all sorts of fancy details... but the fabric is slippery and oh-so-fun to sew on. Thankfully, the sash is a sturdy twill...
Next, I moved badges/patches from #2 grandson's Scout shirt to #1 grandson's old shirt...
...then moved badges/patches from #3 grandson's Cub Scout uniform to #2 grandson's old Scout shirt. Actually, this shirt was my son's first Scout shirt... so all three boys have worn their dad's shirt now.
#3 grandson is still a Cub Scout but his rank is Webelos... and in his troop, Webelos wear the Boy Scout shirt.
Not my favorite type of sewing but my son asked so sweetly to help him out! How could I say "No"? Especially when my grandsons are just as cute and sweet as their dad?
But I am going to draw then line when it comes to great-grandchildren's Scout uniforms! I am! You just wait and see... *rueful smile*
Bless your heart. They are not easy.
ReplyDeleteOh my. What handsome young men. I know your are proud of them.
Great looking guys!
ReplyDeleteI, too, rejoiced when my last son got his Eagle and I was through with patches--until DH became a scout master again, and the district got new patches.
Oh, I would probably give in for the grandsons, too, but I made my daughters take sewing lessons, so I hope I don't have to. : )
I just got confused reading that.........but a job well done it seams.
ReplyDeleteWhat a terrible job to do Freda but I'm sure if they'll ask it again Grandma picks up het needle and thread, takes a deep breath, and starts unpick and sew again..... tell me if I'm wrong.
ReplyDelete* waving from across the big pond*
Tell them you are bartering for services - they have to take you to lunch for sewing on the badges. (I do this for a couple of women at work.) That way, you get the pleasure of the company of those fine looking men and their father all to your lonesome. ;-)
ReplyDeleteAs someone who has been dealing with Army patches for 27 years, I can relate!!! On each uniform, there are 4 patches that are just embroidered on the twill--they don't have the embroidered edge, so the first thing you have to do is turn over the edges, press, trim, and sew them so they stay in place all before you sew the darn thing on. The latest uniform has many patches that Velcro on and off, and I was so happy! I'm hoping there aren't any more to do before retirement!!
ReplyDeleteJob will done...but drawing the line at great grandsons...I seriously doubt it. I actually like Amy's idea.
ReplyDeleteGood looking group of guys you have there. They will wear their shirts with pride. You are a great grammy. Yes, Amy's point has merit, tee hee.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful mom and grandma you are!
ReplyDeleteWorth all the effort and pin pricks! What a wonderful story of the traveling shirt through the generation.
ReplyDeleteThey certainly have your number, Empress! I would bet they like this kind of sewing better than a quilt. (Can you use your machine for some of this sewing? I know it's hard on the little sleeves, but on the fronts, maybe?) I do remember doing some of this kind of sewing for my kids, but the grands all live so far away...
ReplyDeleteHugs
What an enduring/endearing shirt! That's the best kind of hand-me-downs. And you are one sweet g'ma.
ReplyDeleteSewing badges on is not fun at the best of times, Freda, and the amount you did really does deserve a medal! Well done you! :o)
ReplyDeleteOh, my! Do I ever feel your pain. I had 3 Eagle scouts and a Venturer. I sewed on patches for all the other scouts who's moms did not sew. I bet I've sewn thousands of patches over the years. Argh. Thankfully, it will be a few before the first grandson will start Tigers.
ReplyDeleteUh-huh. Famous last words.
ReplyDeleteI don't envy you that type of sewing.
Love the picture of your grandsons and love that your son's shirt was saved and is getting further use.
ReplyDeleteLillian
Long time, no see! I'm working again in wifi-less land, but had a chance to use a real computer today. I feel your pain about moving all the badges, etc., but what a great story! My son earned his Eagle rank, and now his unie hangs prominently from a hook in his room.
ReplyDeleteI know from experience that sewing those things on is a job! Your work turned out really neat and I am sure is most appreciated.
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