Sewing

YOU CAN TEACH YOURSELF TO SEW!

Get started by familiarizing yourself with the machine you have access to; read the handbook. It will take some time to get acquainted. The initial hurdle with a new machine is mastering the threading process. After that, before attempting to sew on fabric, use a piece of paper. Draw some straight lines followed by curves and practice stitching along these lines. Once you feel confident, progress to fabric. Start with a small project, such as a handkerchief or repurposing old jeans into shorts. Mending is creative practice, too! Next make yourself or a loved-one a tote-bag. I still have the one I made for myself when I was a teen, thirty years ago. Enjoy the adventure!