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There are many advantages to learning how to sew. For starters you can make what you want, with the exact colors you like and best of all you can make it to fit you.
You never again have to take your clothes in to get altered…that alone will save you a lot of money. Plus you can mend your own clothes once they become worn.
You can sew for yourself, family and friends, and even strangers. You can start your own seamstress business right out of your own home with next to no start-up fees. All you would need is a reliable sewing machine and serger and you're on your way.
Sewing can also be very relaxing; provided you don't sit at the machine all day. There's nothing like hearing your sewing machine hum to your favorite tunes.
Then comes the time to wear your clothes and hear all the wonderful compliments. If the comfort of your clothes isn't enough, this will do it.
There are many options on how you can get started with sewing. Many local colleges or fabric stores will offer sewing classes. You can also take sewing lessons online, correspondence, or teach yourself by reading books, or using the internet.
The New Sewing Essentials (Singer Sewing Reference Library) is a great reference for anyone just learning to sew.
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