do you have to go to college to learn how to sew...or can you go to a local school, or private teacher...how does it work? How can a person get started?
Thanks for your help
2006-06-24 23:53:25 · 6 answers · asked by SuperGirls™ 5 in Beauty & Style ➔ Fashion & Accessories
I found the easiest way for me to learn was through trial and error.
There are many different types of sewing. Which in particular are you interested in? dress making? cross stitch? Embroidery?
If you are talking about dress making, get yourself a very basic dress pattern, read the instructions and just go for it. However if you want it to be really sturdy invest in a good sewing machine. Most these days have so many different stitches that it is all there for you at the press of a foot!
Pop to a charity shop and purchase a large piece of material to practice on.
If you are talking about embroidery, most haberdashery places have beginners packs. They will teach you the basics and will usually have a pattern for you to practice on.
Cross stitch is one of the easiest needle crafts. As long as you remember to keep all stitches going the same way. Again, most haberdashery outlets will have kits for all stages.... beginner to advanced.
I used to do a lot of needlework and I found it incredibly therapeutic, and I was self taught. I made a lot of mistakes but I learnt from them and am now able to make clothes and costumes for my children and myself.
Good luck x
2006-06-25 00:05:14 · answer #1 · answered by Gillipoos 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I learned how to sew in school, I think junior high. My mother sewed her whole life and I've also learned by watching her. I was going to take some advanced sewing classes though. A lot of the time your local highschool will offer some adult education classes. They almost ALWAYS offer sewing, beginning and advanced. They are usually really affordable and they have them at night in case you work a day job.
2006-06-25 02:36:37 · answer #2 · answered by gypsy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I learned to sew in middle school. Its not hard take any class that is offered. I see lots of classes in the paper and on the internet
2006-06-24 23:56:00 · answer #3 · answered by nastaany1 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start by trying to sew straight. I never learned that!?!?
2006-06-24 23:56:59 · answer #4 · answered by Naval Architect 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could probably find some good books in a library that would teach you the fundaments, if you want to advance past that, then I'd suggest some classes, but many a woman has taught herself.
2006-06-24 23:57:34 · answer #5 · answered by quintessence19 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try going to www.sewing.org , the have tips for beginners, good luck ^ ^
2006-06-25 02:15:21 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋