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Where can I learn to make clothes and sew clothes by myself?

Where can I learn to sew?

  • I really would like, okay LOVE to learn to sew! I havent been able to find any sewing classes around here, and I think I can do it with a little practice. I want to make my own clothes.

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    Start out correctly, and learn how to hand sew first! Yes, learning how to hand sew is essential to good machine sewing. If you decide to sew garments, finish a quilt binding, or do detailing, hand sewing is very good to know. Machines can do it all, but you'll have to pay a hefty price. As a sewing instructor, I start all my students out by hand. There is a kit that teaches students 12 functional hand stitches. The kit also has a video that will aid you in learning the techniques. The kit can be viewed at: www.ezstitchsampler.com Remember, the machine has only been in use for a little over 150 years. Prior to that, all sewing was done by hand; even the extraordinary Parkas made by Inuits. Do yourself a favor, learn old school techniques that will help you understand what you are doing when you mechanize. Good Luck!

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there are sew many places to learn to sew. have you checked with the fabric stores in your area? how about colleges or vocational schools? you may also want to try a nursing home. so many older ladies know how to sew and you would be giving someone a purpose again. there are excellent resources online if you would like to teach yourself. my grandmother taught me to sew when i was 8...........i sure do miss her. good luck and feel free to send me an e-mail from my profile if i can answer any other questions for you.

Deb

maybe check out an adult ed class do you have a joannes nearby? ask them for suggestions in your area or maybe start one for beginners and pros to teach others

Kat

i agree with everything deb says.....plus you could try sewing machine stores.....alot of them have classes for sewing project and sometimes they will sit down and teach you the basics for free if they have time (or if you buy a machine from them).....otherwise its really not that hard to teach yourself...as long as you have all the right equipment

baseball*dreams

the nursing home idea is a great idea, & it woudl be a great therapy for them, as well as company for them too, I know the elderly get so lonely. Also another place to look would be churches, sometimes they have quilting clubs too, maybe they could help you out too. Good luck with your sewing, its so peaceful, relaxing ,& best of all stress free. I love to cross stitch, & have been for close to 10 years now. I'm so hooked

Tammy F

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