I used to sew a lot but can’t do much now. I enjoy your posts because it takes me back to when I could sew and really, really makes me want to do so again!
Oh how I wish I had learned how to sew. I feel like this is a skill that I am lacking. My daughter has been able to learn some sewing from my mother in law, but I wish it was something I could teach her instead. Maybe now that I have some free time on my hands I need to get my sewing machine out and start learning how to use it.
I love to sew but haven’t for awhile. I guess I have the perfect opportunity to pull out the machine and fabric. Thanks for the information. Nicely laid out and would be very helpful if you were first starting out.
I like the tip about making a decision before you go to the store and avoiding the distractions. I’m easily distracted so this is something I need that constant reminder about!
Reading this made me think about my brother-in-law. The other day on Facebook he posted that he just learned there was a thread “cutter” on the side of his sewing machine, haha. All of these years that he has used it, and he has always cut his thread with scissors. Proves that we learn something new every day – thank you so much for this information!
I have so many great seamstresses in my life that I never felt as though I needed to know much more than how to sew a button or mend a seam. However, if there’s one thing this quarantine has taught me, it is that basic skills are more essential than ever!
Excellent tips! I used to sew a lot and made many of my clothes as a newlywed. Sadly I lost my sewing machine during the Joplin tornado in 2011. I should purchase another one!
Great tips! Easy for a non sewer such as myself to follow 🙂
A test garment sounds like a great idea.
Great advice! I would get distracted for sure!
I used to sew a lot but can’t do much now. I enjoy your posts because it takes me back to when I could sew and really, really makes me want to do so again!
There’s some handy tips for sewing.
Choosing a fabric is so much fun!
Oh how I wish I had learned how to sew. I feel like this is a skill that I am lacking. My daughter has been able to learn some sewing from my mother in law, but I wish it was something I could teach her instead. Maybe now that I have some free time on my hands I need to get my sewing machine out and start learning how to use it.
I always admire someone who can sew…can’t do so much as a button here. Well I can, but it is sooo frustrating.
I love to sew but haven’t for awhile. I guess I have the perfect opportunity to pull out the machine and fabric. Thanks for the information. Nicely laid out and would be very helpful if you were first starting out.
These are great tips, thanks!
I like the tip about making a decision before you go to the store and avoiding the distractions. I’m easily distracted so this is something I need that constant reminder about!
I am so ADD, All the Pretty Fabrics send me reeling.
Reading this made me think about my brother-in-law. The other day on Facebook he posted that he just learned there was a thread “cutter” on the side of his sewing machine, haha. All of these years that he has used it, and he has always cut his thread with scissors. Proves that we learn something new every day – thank you so much for this information!
LOL!
I have so many great seamstresses in my life that I never felt as though I needed to know much more than how to sew a button or mend a seam. However, if there’s one thing this quarantine has taught me, it is that basic skills are more essential than ever!
This sounds very much like the process that my wife goes through before she starts a sewing project.
I would love to try this! I have always wanted to learn to sew! Thank you for the inspiration!
I’ve been crafting masks these last few weeks, might need to step it up a bit and expand my skills after we can head to the stores again.
Thank you for this info. I am interested in starting to sew again, and this was very helpful!
Love this! I haven’t tried to sew anything other than a hole or a button for close to 40 years. I almost didn’t pass that home economics module. hehe
I’m the only one in my family that can’t sew! I keep saying I will start someday!!
perfect time right now to get started on a new sewing project!
I am always in awe of those that can sew. Such a great talent to have and I bet your designs are great.
Great tips. I’d definitely be one to get distracted by all the different fabrics!
I’ve been wanting to take up sewing. Thank you for sharing this.
I no longer sew clothes, I do quilt and make small projects. The hardest part for me always is picking out my material. So many wonderful choices!
Thank you. I do find I have many students that want a class on fabric selection.
My daughter is learning to sew from a friend of mine – shared with both of them.
Thank you!
My daughter would love this. She wants to sew so bad, but I have never tried. Maybe I should share this with her.
Excellent tips! I used to sew a lot and made many of my clothes as a newlywed. Sadly I lost my sewing machine during the Joplin tornado in 2011. I should purchase another one!
Great tips. I really need to get my machine out and see some dresses for my daughter.
Pauline, I love sewing for my girls.