The second I feel like ripping the fabric to shreds or screaming at any moving objects in sight, I know I'm not in the right sewing zone. Mistakes happen, you can hurt yourself, the sewing machine will take on a life of its own. In these moments we have to remember why we are sewing in the first place.
I just know that I'm constantly drawn to my sewing room. I love sitting in my little corner of the house and ponder and think through a new project. It's a great place to sit in general, just me and my mind.
In order to get good at sewing though and having a great time, it does help to have some good tools on hand. Some staples, not too many, but good quality ones. Less is more.
Here are some of mine:
My beloved sewing machine.
You need super sharp scissors, big and small.
Measuring tapes, obviously.
A good steam iron.
I have a brilliant sewing sister, her talent has always been several notches above mine. One day I figured out one of her secrets. She always ironed everything! I had never ironed any of my fabrics, just struggled with wrinkly fabrics, pleats coming apart and trying to remember where the middle was. As I watched her patiently iron every little scrap of fabric I got a window into what it takes to bring it to the next level. Patient, mindfulness, attention to details.
As you get better, you get more confident, you have a greater time, and then -guess what? - you get better at sewing. Full circle!
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