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What to Do When You Can't Use a Sewing Machine?

8/2/2017

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So as some of you know I recently (last thursday) underwent an ankle replacement surgery in Toronto at St Michael's Hospital. I am the fortunate recipient of the "Cadence Total Ankle System" Designed and Patented by Dr. T Daniels.  The ankle is my right one so sewing on a sewing machine is out of the question.

I have to share a funny story about the hospital first before I ask a question.

My pre-op nurse expressed an interest in quilting when she saw my daughter in the waiting area working on her English Paper Piecing and then she wanted to see my website.  So right there while talking with me she had a look at my website and I was surprised at the number of nurses who are very interested in quilting and most of them fairly young (25-35ish).  They were actually sharing pictures from their phones and talking about how quilting is re-emerging as an interest these days!  I have to say I was so thrilled to see this. We created such a group in pre-op that we had some stern doctors (some of who think they are more special than others) kind of try and break it up.  LOL

Now I am recovering and "planning" to crochet, read, hand embroider and  english paper piece.  I also "plan" to post some pics of what I am working on soon!

My question to my readers is: Any other suggestions of what to do when you cannot put your foot down (must be elevated) and/or use your right foot? Your suggestions would be greatly appreciated.  I need to keep my creative blood cells flowing!!

​Have a great Wednesday! ❤️
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Nora Tayler
8/2/2017 09:33:23 am

Can you sit at a machine with your foot up and use your other foot. Embroidery,sketching is something else you can try.Sorry to hear about your ankle.

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Robin
8/15/2017 07:03:55 pm

Thanks Nora!

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Stephanie Sinden
8/2/2017 11:05:32 am

Once you can put your foot down you can sew using the on/off button!
Audiobooks from the online library. Pocasts, especially ones on Creativity.

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Robin
8/15/2017 07:05:32 pm

I am going to check into this podcast "creativity" and use the on off button once I can sit without my foot elevated thanks Stephanie!

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Marci
8/2/2017 11:40:40 am

I feel your pain and frustration. I too was imobolized for three, three month periods over two years, broken femur that wouldn't mend, three surgeries. I knit, read copious books, planned a lot of quilts, did some sketching and designing which I have yet to do, but it kept me interested and focused. Also did paper piecing and even some hand quilting, which I enjoyed because seems I never have time otherwise. I found it was one of my more productive periods and got my mind off my situation. I alway have an audio book from the library going when at my machine. I wish you luck and don't sweat it you will be up and at 'em before you know it. Just rest and heal is good too🤗 And get waited on if you can! Happy quilting.

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Robin
8/15/2017 07:03:24 pm

Thanks Marci, I just downloaded some audio books and this is very helpful!

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Charlenr
8/2/2017 01:32:09 pm

On May 3 I had a total ankle replacement on my left ankle. I did a lot a looking on line at quilting stuff. I bought a few also. I still have to keep my ankle elevated but I am sewing. I did some Swedish weaving while I
was still in bed. But with it being your right you may have
a more difficult time. Good luck and be sure to do physical therapy, it's helping a lot.

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Robin
8/15/2017 07:07:20 pm

ooh good luck with your ankle too Charlene! Physical therapy is currently helping with upper thigh strength until the cast comes off Thanks

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