You develop a deeper appreciation for the skill when you learn to sew by hand. No more waiting on your grandparents to come to the rescue when your garment has a minor blemish like a small rip or missing button. And no, a stapler is not the answer, lol. The great thing is, once you learn a few tricks, learning to sew is just like riding a bike.
Convenience
You can take a mini sewing kit anywhere, but you can’t always lug around a machine. Think of yourself as a sewing ninja–ready to whip out a needle at any time.
Sometimes, you just can’t avoid it
To my beginner and intermediate readers, we like to think a sewing machine will solve all of our problems, but in cases where the fabric is too delicate, there’s really no point in putting it under the pressure of a machine. Some materials need tender care. And that’s where your skills come in. Prime Example: High-End Clothing (think Michael Kors blouses for women)
You’ll Be LIFESAVER ONE DAY
I’ll never forget (back in my 20s) — I was walking to my car after a night out and bumped into another girl in the parking lot. She was hunched over, mildly intoxicated, and hiding–“Que paso, mamita?” I asked. She was trying to cover herself as she turned around–“My straps broke, and if I move this shirt is going to fall off!” Luckily, my grandma always taught me to keep a small kit in my purse. HELLO, CONVENIENCE! I had her stitched in 2 mins. Boom, lifesaver.
THE EARTH WILL THANK YOU
It’s embarrassing to learn what fast fashion has done to our landfills. Every time you throw away a piece of clothing because of a rip here and there, our planet sheds a tear–and until we’ve figured out how to handle our waste like the Sweeds, there’s a lot of work to be done. I encourage you to think twice before your next purchase.
That said, I wanna know >> Do you know how to sew by hand? If so, what are your reasons for sewing by hand?
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Do you have a pair of pants laying around that needs to be tapered around the legs? Look no further! In this tutorial, we’re going to show you how to get those legs looking fabulous in the pants you’ve been dying to wear. If you want to test the waters, we suggest buying a pair from the thrift store to practice on first.
Disclaimer: You may find yourself going in inch by inch if they’re not slim enough on the first try. Don’t worry, it’s better to take them in slowly than rush and go in too much.
