Should you learn to sew?
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Sew much fun...
Sewing is such a rewarding activity. And it's not just for grandmas.
I learned how to sew when I was 11. My mom taught me the basics and in high school I learned a little more. I have been at it ever since. It has been a creative outlet for me as well as a very nice way to save a little dough.
You wouldn't believe the money that you can save just by making it yourself. Below I have some advice on why you might want to learn how to sew. Not just for fun but also for practical reasons.
You do have to get supplies however. Time is also an issue. If you are willing to investing in these things, your imagination is the limit! See a skirt in the store that you adore but not crazy about the hem length, fix it yourself. Want a fresh new look in your bedroom window but don't like the fabric choices at the store, sew your own with any fabric you choose. You get the point. If it has to do with fabric and thread you can do it, it just takes the time and willingness to learn.
So if your up for the challenge why not?
Photo credit - houseofsims
I learned how to sew when I was 11. My mom taught me the basics and in high school I learned a little more. I have been at it ever since. It has been a creative outlet for me as well as a very nice way to save a little dough.
You wouldn't believe the money that you can save just by making it yourself. Below I have some advice on why you might want to learn how to sew. Not just for fun but also for practical reasons.
You do have to get supplies however. Time is also an issue. If you are willing to investing in these things, your imagination is the limit! See a skirt in the store that you adore but not crazy about the hem length, fix it yourself. Want a fresh new look in your bedroom window but don't like the fabric choices at the store, sew your own with any fabric you choose. You get the point. If it has to do with fabric and thread you can do it, it just takes the time and willingness to learn.
So if your up for the challenge why not?
Photo credit - houseofsims
3 things you should know about Sewing
1. You don't have to be a rocket scientist or even particularly crafty to sew. You should have seen some of the boys in home-economics class that got the job done.
2. Watch where your fingers are at all times. Those needles have a funny way of sneaking up on you when your not paying attention.
3. It can get quite addicting. Give me more fabric give a rainbow of thread.
2. Watch where your fingers are at all times. Those needles have a funny way of sneaking up on you when your not paying attention.
3. It can get quite addicting. Give me more fabric give a rainbow of thread.
Buttons and patches and the cold wind blowing, The days pass quickly when I am sewing. ~Author Unknown
Start Small
You can't climb Everest in a day.

Pick something little to begin with. A book cover or maybe a simple sack for groceries. Or even better yet just practice the different stitches on a scrap piece of fabric. Save yourself the frustration by starting small and not jumping into a huge project like altering that favorite dress that is too big since you lost some weight or sewing a king size quilt for your bed. Don't worry you will get there, baby steps.
Learn from reading
Learn from others.
Not ready to take the plunge and try it for yourself yet? Draw some inspiration or just live vicarously by seeing what others are doing.
Check out what other sewing sisters have to say about the great things you can make for yourself, family and friends by learning how to sew. I have learned so much by reading other peoples tricks and tips, trails and errors. Not only that reading great blogs is a fantastic way to get some inspiration.

- How to make a fox cushion
- Made entirely from reclaimed fabric and scraps of felt, this cushion is a freeform, 'fly by the seat of your pants' sewing project that encourages you to cut loose and have some fun. This cheeky fella is the perfect couch companion.
- Dale business group plans community blanket project
- Just join in, help Project Linus and have fun.? Volunteer activities during the Blanket Day event include tying fleece blankets, sewing patchwork tops for quilts, stretching and tying batting-type quilts, creating cards to accompany quilts and sewing ...
- Warm blankets, warm babies, warm hearts
- Ladies of the Springdale Sewing Group display 124 blankets they made for premature babies at the Janeway. Thanks to the warm hearts of a group of ladies who get together in Springdale to sew every week, premature babies born at the Janeway will have ...
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Start sewing on the cheap! Basic sewing machines really are not that expensive. You can test the waters for about 65-80 bucks. You can also check local garage sales for a used sewing machine. If you want to start really small you can get a needle and thread and sew a small applique or a little coin purse or maybe mend that pesky hole in your sock.
What do you have to say about sewing?
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Erdy Yudanto
Feb 16, 2010 @ 12:10 pm | delete
- Great lens friend :)
keep bringing us information..
Thanks
Erdy Yudanto
Sewing Machine Repair Manual
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Squidmarm
Dec 20, 2009 @ 5:24 am | delete
- Hi Lindsey! I also love sewing!
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Ladydove62
Jul 6, 2009 @ 1:38 am | delete
- Hi Lindsey-
I enjoy sewing when time permits.
I am heading over to vote for your lens.
Good Luck in the Fresh Squid contest.
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a_willow
Jul 1, 2009 @ 3:25 pm | delete
- This lens entered Fresh Squid Contest for July as one of featured lenses on Fresh Squid group in June! Come by and vote!
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a_willow
Jun 22, 2009 @ 1:50 am | delete
- I would love to learn how to sew! Well, first I should buy myself a sewing machine! :) Welcome to Fresh Squid group! Glad to have you aboard!
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