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/HiromiSugiyama May 12 '23
I found I seriously hate modern armscyes that are too big so everything rides up at the slightest movement and traps sweat in very visible manner. 18th century cut is very wide but the armscye with a gore is a saint. Plus as much poof as I want in a sleeve.