Abby Cox | Everyone Sucks at Sewing (and why that's great!) | A Pep-Talk for Sewists @AbbyCox | Uploaded April 2020 | Updated October 2024, 4 days ago.
We've all been there, you're sewing your first (or 100th) project and something goes horribly wrong. Your sewing machine is broken. You can't remember what stitch to use. You rip a hole in a seam and don't know how to fix it. Your bobbin tension is loose. The fit of your bodice is wrinkly and wonky. You're trying to figure out how to set your sleeves.
Yeah..it can be extremely frustrating...whether you're a beginner sewist or an experienced dressmaker...
...but here's the thing - everyone goes through these struggles and screw-ups. We've all cut 2 left sleeves, and sewing skirt panels upside down. You're not alone! Sewing is *so* hard, and, frankly, we all kind of suck at it! It doesn't matter if you're a historical costumer, dressmaker, tailor, or costuber - if you sew clothing or make your own bags/accessories - the struggle is real.
And that's what I want you all to know. It's ok to suck at sewing. We all suck at sewing, but we also all have strengths that make us different and unique. There is always a new sewing technique, sleeve-fitting trick, and how-to video to learn from. We also all have something to share with this amazing community.
So, when you're feeling down on yourself, just remember, everyone sucks at sewing. 😁
(Psst - I'm also on Instagram: instagram.com/abbyelyn and TikTok @nabs_co )
Also, a special shout out to my dear friend Nicole (Instagram instagram.com/silk_and_buckram and @cloche_call on TikTok) who I think is always the exception to the rules (It was her in the photo looking incredible)
See you next time & Don't forget to subscribe! ❤ - Abby
💌Business Inquiries *ONLY* abbycox@viralnationtalent.com
(This email goes directly to my management and not to me.)
We've all been there, you're sewing your first (or 100th) project and something goes horribly wrong. Your sewing machine is broken. You can't remember what stitch to use. You rip a hole in a seam and don't know how to fix it. Your bobbin tension is loose. The fit of your bodice is wrinkly and wonky. You're trying to figure out how to set your sleeves.
Yeah..it can be extremely frustrating...whether you're a beginner sewist or an experienced dressmaker...
...but here's the thing - everyone goes through these struggles and screw-ups. We've all cut 2 left sleeves, and sewing skirt panels upside down. You're not alone! Sewing is *so* hard, and, frankly, we all kind of suck at it! It doesn't matter if you're a historical costumer, dressmaker, tailor, or costuber - if you sew clothing or make your own bags/accessories - the struggle is real.
And that's what I want you all to know. It's ok to suck at sewing. We all suck at sewing, but we also all have strengths that make us different and unique. There is always a new sewing technique, sleeve-fitting trick, and how-to video to learn from. We also all have something to share with this amazing community.
So, when you're feeling down on yourself, just remember, everyone sucks at sewing. 😁
(Psst - I'm also on Instagram: instagram.com/abbyelyn and TikTok @nabs_co )
Also, a special shout out to my dear friend Nicole (Instagram instagram.com/silk_and_buckram and @cloche_call on TikTok) who I think is always the exception to the rules (It was her in the photo looking incredible)
See you next time & Don't forget to subscribe! ❤ - Abby
💌Business Inquiries *ONLY* abbycox@viralnationtalent.com
(This email goes directly to my management and not to me.)
