The Man mentioned tonight that he was thinking of getting me a sewing machine. What a great idea! I thought I could sew things and sell them on my web site. One thing I could probably sew would be circular head/neck/face scarves. I could find interesting fabric in fun colors and patterns.
I wonder if I could I use a regular sewing machine, something I have used in the past and could probably figure out again, or would I need a serger/overlock machine? I have never used an overlock machine, but they are the kind that makes the stitches you normally see on store-bought stretchy clothes like T-shirts. There is a class in serging at Adult Education, unless they canceled it like so many others this year.
Now I'm all excited about it. I could make a little extra money in my spare time. Maybe some day with my books (I'm working on turning my 2009 PCT journal into a book like I did with my 2008 journal), my web site, my web development skills and any other skills I can pick up along the way, I can make enough money to gain a little freedom from total wage slavery.
Hi Diane,
ReplyDeleteGuess what comes today? A sewing machine! I bought a refurbished one that a reader recommended to me for 75 dollars.
I figured having one reader recommend a sewing machine and another post links for making a pirate shirt on the same day was a sign I should get sewing.
I haven't sewed since that apron I made in 7th grade.
I think making stuff and selling it is a great idea. Making the buffs would be easy.
I sometimes think about buying used technical clothing and turning them into more unique and functional clothing.
Have you seen this site http://www.etsy.com/
People sell stuff they make on it. Like this woman made this fanciful elfin balaclava and cowl from an old alpaca sweater.
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32861646&ref=sr_gallery_2&&ga
Good luck with the sewing.
-crow
Great minds think alike.
ReplyDeleteI got a D in sewing in high school. But I made a nice backpack and embroidered a palm tree on it in Junior High. At the very least, I'll be able to hem my pants.
I have heard of Etsy. I have even been there. I guess it's like Lulu and Cafe Press only for people with real talent.
Good luck with your sewing projects!