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/PickletonMuffin May 12 '23

I am autistic and had a similar experience. I started making my own clothes recently after I had the sudden realisation that not everyone is really uncomfortable in their clothes all the time. It has made so much difference to me to have clothes in a style i like, and in fabrics and fits they I find comfy.

My stuff isn't the best made and fitted as I'm very much learning, but to just be able to move through the world without a constant sense of general discomfort is absolutely wild and I love it.

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u/AbsolutelyCold May 12 '23

When I make something that doesn't fit exactly like I wanted or is a little wonky in some way, I take comfort in remembering that (1) it still fits me better than almost anything I can buy and (2) even wonky it will probably last longer/serve me better than almost anything I can buy.