Would you Sew on Holiday?

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[@clarafarrell9393]

We're just bk from Valencia our son is studying there, omg what a fabulous city!! I also brought my sewing and crocheting on holiday!! Creativity should never wait!!!

[@Lisamakes]

Agreeeed!!

[@SewTexas]

Love Valencia, beautiful buildings! Nice shopping too. My sister and hubby live in Alicante just returned from 2 weeks in Poland trip and music festival in Gdansk and they are loving living in Spain!They recently completed total renovation on the home they bought on one acre, including the pool! Lisa, your wardrobe is awesome and looks so special on you. I almost always travel with my Singer featherweight so

[@Lisamakes]

So glad your sister is happy with her home! Renovations can be tricky.

[@bogdem9610]

I always bring knitting on holiday but not sewing. Great you were able to finish your shorts.

[@Lisamakes]

Yes, I’ve always loved bringing knitting along, but it’s rare that I could finish and wear an item during the trip.

[@sallydingle321]

Hi Lisa, well done you for finishing those garments while on your hols.. especially when it was so hot 🥵. Not sure I could have done that so great job 🙏👌. It looked beautiful in that area though... those buildings 😍💖. The buttons looked amazing in that shop too.. don't blame you for wanting some 😜... Looking forward to seeing what you purchased 👍😁😘

[@Lisamakes]

I’ll be heading back there today with Lily. ;)

[@sarahel2114]

Such a great idea to finish up the holiday wardrobe whilst on holiday. I should have followed your example rather than panic sewing way too late a few days ago!

[@Lisamakes]

Ha ha, well that’s was the idea- and in the end I abandoned finishing a few anyway. I do have a knitting project or two to work on as well. ;)

[@denisedorsey2889]

Thank you for bringing us along on your holiday. Genius idea to do the finishes when you have the time as you’re away. Enjoy!

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you! It was fun to do.

[@sewingseamswithdeb]

Thank you for taking us along with you, a great idea to take projects to complete with hand sewing. Love your makes ❤

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you! It was really fun, and I will certainly do it again.

[@gillmiller5193]

Fabulous job with sewing on holiday. Love the idea and also loving your trip. Can’t wait to hear more. X

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@viralprimenetwork]

Keep up the fantastic work and enjoy your time in Valencia, creating beautiful pieces and making lasting memories!😍😍

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you! Will do!

[@InaTrendyTown]

Ohh I live very close to Valencia and I like going from time to time to enjoy thee beauty of the city. I didn't know about that mercería, thanks for the recommendation!

[@Lisamakes]

How great that you get to visit! Yes, I was so lucky to happen upon that shop!

[@Lighthouse1852]

In all honesty, my travel sewing ambitions almost always fall by the wayside. Knitting on the road works better for me. Thank you for showing us that merceria! Like a candy store, what a treat it would be to have such a shop near me now. As a kid in Northern Europe I accompanied my mother often on fabric and notions buying excursions. Happy memories of imagining what a beautiful fabric could be turned into, or analyzing how we could squeeze a garment out of expensive yardage where every centimeter mattered. In a town of only 250,000 people there were two button stores and about a half-dozen fabric stores of which two had some couture quality fabrics. It's hard to remember or even imagine today, as affordable RTW from Asia has long ago displaced home sewing. I could spend a whole day combing over the vintage buttons and buckles at Lokita Botone.

[@Lisamakes]

It sounds like you had an amazing experience of sewing as a child. I think my girls have found a similar appreciation. ❤️

[@Jillybean620]

Cool idea. Valencia looks absolutely lovely.

[@Lisamakes]

It’s a very pretty city!

[@Sophia-zk3tw]

I only bring knitting or crocheting when traveling 1 project light and easy to manage and can look out while working on ..

[@Lisamakes]

Yes, up until now I’ve only brought knitting. This was an interesting experiment!

[@helenhill9015]

Loved your video brought back many happy memories of Valencia. I live in the Uk and we’ve had lots of holidays in Valencia 😎 H x

[@Lisamakes]

That’s great! It’s our first time, but I’m sure not our last.

[@barbarawarner4645]

We go to Aruba for 6 weeks every winter. I always make a few new things and do the finish work in Aruba by the pool.

[@Lisamakes]

That’s so great! I honestly can’t believe I never thought of this before. It’s such a great way to enjoy your down time, but still be creating.

[@SaraKhan-tt6yr]

Love your videos 🎉🌸🌼

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you!

[@bluegrassdreams2seams510]

I think I could do this. I’ve been watching videos on totally hand sewn garments; zero machine sewn. But these small items would be doable❤️

[@Lisamakes]

Yes, I’ve been watching videos like that, too. Originally, I thought I would cut a simple shell and then sew it on the trip. Then I decided there were a few things I wanted, so why not sew part of it on the machine and finish them by hand? I think a fully hand sewn garment is next for me.

[@lavadaroufs]

I love what you did. It is a perfect time to relax and finish a project you can use while there on holiday - as long as you don't get too hot! So looking forward to seeing more of the sewing shoppe.

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you! I’m kind of surprised I didn’t think of it sooner. Rather than rushing to finish everything- do the finishing during your downtime on holiday!

[@casuarinagirl8067]

Well that was fun! I’m not sure I’d bring sewing to finish off on a holiday, maybe knitting - haven’t done that yet. Enjoy your time away and thanks for sharing can’t wait to see the other makes. Your top looks great too 💪🏻💕

[@Lisamakes]

I’m surprised you haven’t taken knitting with you! You are such a prolific knitter!

[@casuarinagirl8067]

@@Lisamakes I know right - manic is probably the accurate word 🤭 the problem is not enough holidays and too much work!! Have fun for me 🥰

[@Lisamakes]

@@casuarinagirl8067 ouf! That sounds like no fun at all. I’m glad you have some respite in your knitting and sewing!

[@jennetthamilton971]

I've brought knitting on a holiday but never sewing. I'm not sure I would bring a garment to finish. I think it would be great to bring some embroidery to finish off a garment. Great idea though, just to finish off a few things. My husband just shakes his head as I try to get things finished at the last minute. I think he would think I was crazy to actually bring sewing with me.

[@Lisamakes]

Lol! Well, if you think of it as bringing a dress you just made….but you just have to add the finishing touches. ;)

[@aghorsley]

I've really enjoyed watching both your Valencia videos! I lived in Valencia for 20 years, although we've recently moved about half an hour out of the city. I really miss my local fabric and haberdashery shops in Valencia, but I didn't know that button shop. Is it in Ruzafa? It was nice to see your holiday projects too. I'd never thought of taking sewing projects on holidays with me, only knitting.

[@Lisamakes]

It is in Ruzafa! It’s a five minute walk from where we were staying.

[@pamelasmith6306]

Loved this video as always…your videos are informative and beautiful..I always have knitting or hand sewing with me..❤

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you so much! What kind of thing do you hand sew on the go?

[@pamelasmith6306]

@@Lisamakes Primarily hemming,and attaching buttons…

[@karolmolpus9536]

How incredible! But soooooo hot!

[@Lisamakes]

It is really hot. 🥵

[@arlenepiggot3982]

I like to take sewing and knitting on holiday , don't always get time to do everything but like to think I have something to do if the opportunity arises.Loved the look of the shop you visited, looking forward to the next visit there ✂️😎

[@Lisamakes]

Yes, it’s easy to take too much- just in case you have time!❤️

[@barbararobson2098]

Great idea to hand-finish at your leisure. Your shorts and culottes are beautiful and a great fit. I’m sure you will all love Valencia, my absolute favourite place was the silk museum. I’d love to know what street the vintage/haberdashery shop is on.

[@Lisamakes]

We haven’t been to the silk museum yet! That’s on the list for later in the week. Here is the link for the shop maps.app.goo.gl/LWhDMD582kBcAfgdA?g_st=ic