Discover a bright new world full of color, texture, and endless promise. Sew. Learning to sew opens up a whole world of exciting creative possibilities. Success in sewing comes quickly. Even the smallest project yields deep satisfaction.



Tip One. Visualize your sewing potential. Picture your own creative possibilities. The things you can imagine, you can create.

The potential is limitless. Soon you will be creating your own wonders. You may turn ordinary pants, jackets, or shirts into amazing wearable art. You may dream up fabulous projects to embellish your home. Your projects might include anything from lamp shades, to pillows, to wall hangings, to comforters, to table runners and placemats, to window treatments. Dream about your possibilities. Energize your passion.

Tip Two. Learn everything you can. Learn from sewing teachers, sewing courses, and sewing books. The internet offers many resources, and your local yellow pages may reveal local workshops, classes, and sewing machine stores.

Tip Three. Get the right equipment and tools. When you first start sewing, you might think to yourself, I cant afford to invest very much money in sewing equipment, because I might not like sewing or follow through. You are exactly right. Investing in a hobby that you expect to do for only a week or two or project or two, is foolish. To invest money in junk equipment, however, is too.

Start out right. Get a good quality sewing machine. Pay a little more to get the best value you can afford. This will save you hours of frustration and grief dealing with junk equipment. Look for a good local sewing machine store that offers local repair, service, and instruction. You will find quality and get the best value for your investment.

Ask your teacher or reference a good sewing book for the right tools. Save time and frustration by using the right tools. Take great care in choosing your cutting and measuring tools as well as your notions and supplies.

Buy value every time. Buy quality. When sewing is easy, you will sew more. So avoid cheap tools that make the tasks frustrating. Produce top quality projects with quality tools and materials.

Tip Four. Begin with simple projects. Sew Simple. Apply the principle that success breeds success. Basic Sewing instruction on simple starter projects helps develop mastery. Simple, easy projects provide ample opportunity to master basic skills like sewing straight seams, curved seams, and hemming.

Enjoy your projects. Have fun, while you experience sewing success. When you complete a project, make it a party. The joy of victory produces even more success.

Share your project achievements with all your friends. The support and encouragement of friends and relatives can make your sewing success even more meaningful. Share your successes.

Tip five. Become all you can become. Stretch yourself. Grow your skills. Learn more and more. Complete simple basic projects and move on to more exciting challenges. You have no limits. Go for it.