Machine maintenance time

Well, it doesn't seem that long ago I cleaned my machine but a picture tells a thousand stories.  

I opened the bobbin area to a mess

WOW, making my own felt

Sideways photo

That's quite a bit

That looks a lot better

And I thought that I haven't sewn much at all.

Now time for a new needle and off we go again.

When fluff falls onto your sewing

 It’s time to clean your machine and change your needle. 

Look at all that fluff. It is filthy

My friend told me she used mascara sticks to clean hers. I have used the pipe cleaner and the little brush that comes with the machine. So I gave it a go.

Everything helps. There was so much fluff but it’s all gone now.

Back together again and it sews much quieter.

My hubby has gone away for a days.

Hubby went to get some cuddles from the grandchildren. 

One night with the grand daughters and one night with the grandsons.

While he is away I have set myself up to make an Aussie Hero quilt.

FIRST..... Clean out the machine and give it an oil....

OMG.. This is embarrassing.
I could have made my own felt hat with what's in the bobbin case.

After looking at the little bit of dog fabric I have I went shopping. 

I could have made do but I just wanted to go looking. 

BONUS 50% off, even the clearance fabric.

Marked down to $5 a metre from originally $16pm I bought 3 metres for the backing and binding.

A visit to the library for a talking book to listen too.

And of course, something to eat and drink. Chinese and bubbles.

I have the pattern enlarged..

And the centre block is cut out ready to iron on...