I having a sewing machine and want to make cloths but have no idea where to start, what to do?
I have a sewing machine, the thing is I know how to use a sewing machine. What lever does what, how work it. I had two years of making craft projects like pillow and quilts in high school now I have my own singer sewing machine, set it up... Have fabric, just don't know how to make a dress or any type of clothing
I have'nt bought pattern yet, but I assume just follow the steps in there, am I right?
When you are learning to sew please start with a really easy pattern. Most pattern company catalogs have patterns marked EASY and VERY EASY. Keep the manual to your sewing machine handy because they tell you how to make the stitches your machine has. Pictures are very helpful. Take your time, don't be in a hurry and keep a seam ripper close at hand. I have sewn for over 40 years and my seam rippers are my prized possessions next to my scissors. Take the time and money to invest in one pair of dress shears (8-9 inch scissors) They don't have to be expensive (my favorites cost $9.00 and I NEVER cut anything with them except cloth. Even the cheapest scissors will stay sharp if you cut only cloth with them. NEVER PAPER OR WIRE (like ribbon with wire embedded). On your trips to thrift stores etc. look for a copy of the SIMPLICITY SEWING BOOK (best one from the 1970's or 80's) These books have very good pictures for basic sewing and dressmaking for a beginner. I have mine in my sewing machine drawer close at hand to remind me how to do things that I don't do very often such as zipper placement etc. The books are worth the hunt, (try Amazon or ebay if you don't want to hunt) I paid a $1.00 for the one I gave my neice when she started sewing.
Good luck and take your time, it can be frustrating at first but is worth the time to learn. When you hold your first finished piece in you hands, you will know the thrill of accomplishment. If you would like to ask more questions you can contact my thru my blog http://marysrosecottage.blogspot.com
Good Luck, Mary
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