Everything about lavender is appealing to me. The leaves – long and lanky. The flowers – upright and slender. And oh, best of all, the smell – subtle and clean. Here’s one of the lavender plants in my backyard:
I gave it a haircut and and harvested the flowers. Here they are drying in my basement:
In about two weeks they will be ready for me to sew lovely lavender sachets. What a beautiful and fragrant sewing project it will be!
Published by Pamela Klingensmith
Sewing is my passion and I always have a notion to sew, but sometimes I get distracted with other crafty endeavors. I share my creative accomplishments (and sometimes failures) here on my blog. I am a licensed Martha Pullen beginning sewing instructor and serger instructor. For 5 years, I taught new owners how to use their Bernina sewing machines at my local Bernina dealer, and for 2 years I taught serger project classes at my local Baby Lock dealer. These days, my professional time is spent retailing handmade purse and bag making supplies and patterns. I also sell a small selection of fabric as well as my handmade bags and purses.
"The heart of man plans his way, but the LORD establishes his steps." Prov. 16:9
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A Notion to Sew 
Thanks for the kind comments. Lavender likes to grow in the West because it is hot and dry. It is hardy in zones 5-8. Might be worth a shot to try it though. My favorite types are \”Hidcote\” and \”Munstead\”.
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How awesome! I wonder if I can grow lavender in my zone? I found your blog today from PR and am ashamed to admit how long I've been lurking on here. You have created an enjoyable space!
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