by sirvineperry@att.net | Sep 14, 2015 | adaptive technique, Blind, Machine Sewing, Needle Arts, Resource, Sewing, sewing project, Special education resource, teaching resource, Uncategorized, vision loss
I am reminded that in the USA September is National Sewing Month. You may learn more at NationalSewingMonth.org and their 2015 theme of “Sew for the Charity of it!” American Sewing Guild (ASG.org) has selected the Anti-Ouch Project for this year’s... by sirvineperry@att.net | Aug 26, 2015 | adaptive technique, Blind, books, Braided Rugs, Hand Sewing, How To/DIY, Machine Sewing, Needle Arts, Needle Felting, Resource, Sewing, Special education resource, teaching resource, vision loss
A few weeks ago I had an interview with Sandra Gayer in London via Skype for Insight Radio in Europe. It will broadcast between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM Wednesday, 26th, morning London time which is between 11:00 PM and 12:00 PM Tuesday, 25th, night California time. Here... 
by sirvineperry@att.net | Aug 19, 2015 | adaptive technique, Blind, Hand Sewing, Machine Sewing, Needle Arts, Needle Threading, notion/tool, Resource, Sewing, Special education resource, teaching resource, vision loss
I am elated to find a vender selling my favorite needle threader! I wanted to give the metal 4-inch-looped-needle-threader to those who attended my book launching party this past March, yet discovered the venders no longer carried them. I was so sad. This morning I... 
by sirvineperry@att.net | Jul 20, 2015 | adaptive technique, Blind, How To/DIY, Knitting, Machine Sewing, Needle Arts, Resource, Sewing, Silk Ribbon Embroidery, Special education resource, teaching resource, vision loss
Question: Where can I meet others who like Needle Arts/sewing/textiles? There are numerous Needle Arts Guilds and Textile Museums one can join to find friends who share your passion or interests. Also, find local sewing schools or fabric and yarn stores with classes... 
by sirvineperry@att.net | Jul 11, 2015 | adaptive technique, Blind, How To/DIY, Labeling, Machine Sewing, Needle Arts, notion/tool, Resource, Sewing, Special education resource, teaching resource, vision loss
Question: What current 2015 models of sewing machines would you recommend for someone visually impaired? Recently, I was at a sewing machine shop looking at machines to check out current models for my visually impaired students. It is best and easiest if the machine... 
by sirvineperry@att.net | Mar 26, 2015 | adaptive technique, Blind, Hand Sewing, How To/DIY, Labeling, Machine Sewing, Needle Arts, Needle Threading, notion/tool, Organizing, Resource, Sewing, Special education resource, teaching resource, vision loss
The machine sewing book is finished! Can be purchased at this link- Needle Arts with Vision Loss: How to Enjoy Machine Sewing Without Sight: https://smashwords.com/books/view/530511 You can sew without sight! “How To Enjoy Machine Sewing Without Sight” is... 