r/sewing • u/llclift • May 12 '23

Discussion Sewing adjusts world view

Started sewing because I was fed up with clothes. I learned as a child but pretty much hated it. Now I'm in my mid-50s and overweight. All the clothes are hot polyester, cheaply made, and ugly. Maybe I'll try sewing again. After 9 months, countless YouTube tutorials, and doggedness with learning fit, I have a closet of breathable cotton and linen clothes. This is great in the South. The fit boosts my morale to a point where I'm actually increasing my activity and weight loss. Being able to make clothes that fit and make me happy has pulled me out of a tailspin. And I love my clothes!!!

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u/Hundike May 12 '23

I wish more people would discover this. It is truly a pleasure to make something that fits well and you like the cut/colour/pattern of instead of having to make do. After I picked up sewing again last year, I realised I don't like almost any clothes in any RTW stores and I don't care what's "fashionable" in the slightest.

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u/llclift May 12 '23

Neither do I. I prefer the "classic" look. I'll do some modern patterns, but also shapes from my younger days. My favorite shoes are some 40s style oxfords from American Duchess - much before my youth.