Like you I also sewed a lot in another life.

I made all of my own, and all of DD's clothes until she was about 8 or 9. I made nighties, trousers and dresses for my nieces, and I always made all my own curtains.

I don't have a sewing machine at the moment, but I've been looking at each sale catalogue with that far away look in my eyes, hoping that hubby will soon get the hint.