Want to Learn to Sew But Don't Know How or Where To Start?
My Mum was a seamstress, so I never really had much interest in sewing. By the time I hit 13 or 14 all I wanted was something bought from a shop rather than something Mum had made me. What I didn't understand then (but do now) is that we didn't have enough money to buy new clothes.
I really got into sewing when I started at university. I wanted to wear the latest clothing - but Mum didn't really like the fashions (bell bottomed trousers, denim jeans - not very ladylike!), so she told me if I wanted it then my only option was to make it myself!
And goodness knows, in today's economy, don't we all need to save money wherever we can. I know I certainly don't buy new clothes or furnishings unless it's essential (like underwear) - I need every penny I have to pay for food, the mortgage, petrol, and the bills.
Decorate Your Home
It's not just clothes you can make. If your place is like mine, it hasn't had store bought curtains since it was built 10 years ago. If you want to give your house a new look, but can't afford to splash out on new furnishings for every room, you can actually make them very easily!
No, no - you don't need to be Martha Stewart - things such as cushion covers, curtains, bed throws, place mats, and tablecloths are some of the easiest things to sew. Some discount fabric, a few hours sewing, and your house could have a makeover anyone would be proud of.
Save Money on Gifts
There's nothing worse than coming up with the perfect gift idea for someone, then finding out when you go to the stores that you really can't afford it! It's not easy trying to get the perfect gift for everyone AND stay within the budget. And who has the time (or the skills) to make homemade gifts for everyone?
Well - did you know you can create beautiful gifts for friends and family with your sewing machine? And it doesn't take much skill or take very long. You can sew a festive table runner in under 30 minutes! (see our Patterns section for a free pattern and other great gifts you can make).
And who doesn't appreciate a gift from the heart, one that you have made, from scratch, just for them. It's gifts like this that become family treasures and heirlooms (at a fraction of the price you would pay to buy them)! And imagine the satisfaction that you'll feel knowing that, not only is it the perfect gift for them, but also that it didn't break the budget.
Sew Gifts for Charity
Do you dread your child coming home from school with a note from the teacher requesting donations for the school fundraiser? And isn't it always just when things are tight, or you are flat out at work? Well, never be caught out again.
Next time you're asked to donate something for the school fete or church fund raiser, get out your sewing machine and run up some food covers (for picnics). You can run up a couple of these in an hour, less time that it takes to do the ironing! And trust me, it's more fun than ironing ....
Sewing 101 - A Step by Step Guide to Sewing Basics
Well - you might say - this is all well and good - but I don't know how to sew..... I don't even know where to start! It's OK for you - your mother was a seamstress - I haven't got a ready made teacher at hand.
Well now you do - Let me introduce you to Sewing 101 - A Step By Step Guide to Sewing Basics.
This is a book written by a delightful 84 year old lady in Australia - Mavis Cox. In it she gives you all the information you need to understand sewing basics. Her book has step by step photos and illustrations, and is full of tips and techniques she has learnt in her years of sewing.
She teaches you everything from how to sew a straight stitch to how to install a zipper. You'll learn how to thread a sewing machine, how to layout, cut and follow a pattern, and all about the notions you will need to become a successful sewer.
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Here is more of what you will learn by reading this incredible book:
- How to choose the right needle - choose the wrong one and you could tear the fabric, leave holes, or simply end up with a sloppy looking project
- 13 common types of needles - and how to choose the one that is best for you!
- 15 common threads - and how to choose the perfect one for your project!
- The best type of sewing machine to buy based on the type of sewing project you plan to do - this information will save you tons of frustration later on and will help ensure you get your sewing career started off on the right foot!
- The uses of over 38 different "notions" - you will learn what to use and when to use it in order to create the perfect project ... this information will save you hours and hours of trial and error!
- 7 tips for laying out and cutting a pattern - these tips will ensure perfection every time you start a new project!
- The best place to buy fabric - this information alone will save you significantly more money than the cost of this book!
- Over 35 types of fabric - and how to choose the perfect one for your project
- How to perform all the important sewing stitches - some stitches need to be tight, some loose, some decorative ... this book tells you how to perfectly create all the important sewing stitches!
- How to choose the perfect sewing machine - with all the different models that are available today this choice can seem overwhelming. You'll be provided with 16 specific things to look for to ensure you buy a machine that meets your needs!
- 7 ways to organise your sewing - these tips will have you quickly and efficiently turning out beautiful products
- And much much more!
She also passess on her proven, practical sewing tips, and tells you how to avoid common mistakes.
And it comes with an 8 week money back guarantee.
Take Me to Sewing 101 - A Step by Step Guide to Sewing Basics!
This sewing basics book is a literal treasure trove of sewing tips and information. Here are four more reasons you should have a look today:
- It offers meticulous, yet easy to follow, information. Sewing 101 has absolutely the best, most comprehensive, information on sewing that you will find.
- The information is not overwhelming. In Sewing 101 the information is presented in a clear, easy to understand manner that makes learning to sew fun and exciting.
- You don't have to spend a lot of money. Many books out there cost an arm and a leg themselves, and then they want you to buy a bunch of different suppplies (many that you don't even need). No so with Sewing 101 - the price of this book simply can't be beat.
- Sewing 101 is comprehensive. From choosing the right needle and fabric, to using various "notions", to creating hand and machine stitches, this book covers every aspect of sewing. It will have you feeling - and performing - like an expert in no time!
If you want to learn how to sew you should check out what Mavis has to offer in Sewing 101 - A Step by Step Guide to Sewing Basics. Just click on the button below.
Take Me to Sewing 101 - A Step by Step Guide to Sewing Basics!
