For those that are curious about what my sewing setup looks like, I made this quick post that shows my work layout and which sewing products I like to use/find most helpful in my sewing journey!
The info and items listed below are what has helped me sew. These products might not work as well for your sewing style and I couldn't stress enough... You do NOT need every product below to start sewing! All you truly need is fabric, a needle and thread.. and a dream sewing project!! :)
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If you are NEW to sewing!
I’ve had many people reach out to me mentioning that they are brand new to sewing and that they would like some sewing advice from me! Firstly, I am so excited to hear that so many of you are having fun picking up this new hobby! Secondly, I am here with you as a sewing noob! BUT the best piece of advice I can give is to start small! You don’t need to go out and buy all the sewing gear, fancy fabrics and threads. Try hand sewing or if you have a friend or relative with a sewing machine, ask if you can borrow their sewing machine!
Once you have thread and needle in hand or have a sewing machine, I recommend upcycling some clothes or fabric items from home or the thrift store. Try tailoring an old shirt or using an old pillow case and hair elastic to make a scrunchie. If you are looking to create something but need fabric, check out your local thrift store to stock up on clothes or bedding for more affordable options! I love thrifting for fabric, because it breathes new life into pieces that have been donated!
Following sewing patterns - you can find patterns at thrift stores, fabric stores, craft stores, and tons of them online ready for downloading and printing. This will give you paper patterns to use to trace and cut fabric from, then you simply stitch it all together. I recommend looking up free sewing patterns on google and finding one that interests you - just try not to start on one too complicated! I always make sure my patterns are "beginner friendly"
If you are uninterested in patterns, I like tracing my clothes that fit really well and sewing them up from there. I have a few videos on my channel where I do that!
If you have a few projects under your belt and you are curious about products that can help you out further, check out the “Must Have Items” list below. This is a list of products that I personally use all the time and recommend!
Sewing Room Layout
My sewing room layout allows me to seamlessly ;) (pun intended) work on projects as all three of my important workstations are next to each other. These stations are: the sewing desk, the cutting desk, and the ironing table & mannequin.
Depending on your available space and what works best for you, you can easily put all these together or even add more space. Figure out what works for you and try it out! BUT Let's be honest I often end up cutting my fabric on the floor no matter how nice the sewing room is, the floor is always a great spot to work! :P
