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my sewing machine teacher
my sewing machine teacher
by Justice McNeil, Threat & Sprout
Sewing has taught me:
to be patient
to have grace for mistakes
to slow down
to problem solve
to expand the possibilities of my imagination
to appreciate the labor that goes into making things (and thus has given me a fiery passion to ensure that those making things are paid enough for the labor and are treated fairly)
to be curious about where things come from and where they go when we are done with them
to be careful
to be intentional about my consumption
to respect the earth and the resources she provides us
to appreciate my body
to understand my body
to be gentle with myself and my body
to realize that “sizes” are completely arbitrary
to have a greater capacity for awe and wonder
to trust my intuition
to have confidence in my strength and abilities
to have a mindset of “what else is possible”
Not to mention, it’s also taught me to be resourceful, self-reliant, and to always be prepared to replace a button, hem a skirt, or repair a hole in the pants of the groom ten minutes before a wedding.
Sewing Machine Basics
Sewing Machine Basics
Threading the Serger
Threading the Serger
Project 1: Kids Pants
Project 1: Kids Pants
Focus: Introduction to machine sewing and how to read a pattern/instructions.
Project: Sew toddler pants/shorts.
Focus: How to take body measurements, choose a pattern, choose fabric, and follow instructions.
Project: Sew a garment for yourself!
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