I was fortunate last year that a dear friend took me to The sewing Basket at Newington. I bought lots of fabric ,there and one of my favourites was this printed cotton.

There was maybe 1 metre in the piece but it was wide enough for me to get a top out of it . No shoulder seams I folded the fabric in half and cut out the neckline. I cut the sleeve shape and used the excess for the sides it was a zero waste make.

I used striped fold over elastic on the neck and sleeves.

It is a popover style so easy on and off. A little bit of colour to wear.

Another thing that works for me. Slowly getting there. My scooter is my way to get around ,my legs . Now my dressing is all about easy .

I am slowly getting more options..

Life is slower and my sewing is really slow these days my hands arms and legs fatigue so I always need to stop before I have finished, this is a really annoying part of my disease.

The interesting part of the MND path is that there are no cures or treatments so there is no real communication between patient and Dr . They can’t help so they see you once a year to track your decline.

Life is no longer how it was . My days are somewhat regimented as my supplements and vitamins and protein intake to keep my body functioning take up lots of time. Standing is win , walking the small amount I can do is a win . I need to take them where I can . I day at a time.

Changes are inevitable and terrifying . One day at a time.

I hope you can enjoy your creativity in whatever way possible.

Happy Sewing ,

Sue 🙂