For a change, today I did a little sewing on my sewing machine. I still have (and use) the sewing machine I bought when I was 15 years old. I distinctly remember that it cost $357. The MOST I had ever spent on a single purchase in my life to that point! I don’t sew much these days. But after a few false starts, I was on my way.
I had one of these completed a while ago. Today, I finished two more sweater dryers.
Handy sweater dryers
I created the design for this a while back and had the pvc pipe and elbows purchased and cut to put 2 more together. I found the netting and made the drying surface – little casings on each end for the pipes to slide through. Then some fabric to make the bags that you see on top of each dryer. When not in use, just pull the legs from the plastic elbows, fold the legs up, and put it all in the bag. It stores neatly under the bed or stands in the corner of the closet. They are small enough to fit in the bathtub if you have dripping pantyhose (or alpaca fiber) to dry. They are large enough to spread a sweater on if you fold the arms over the chest. I’ve used one for many years. It seems indestructible. I dry socks and felted mittens, sweaters and hats, lots of fiber and yarn. Only $15.
