Reasons Why You Should Sew Your Own Clothes

Make good use of that sewing machine

Benefits of sewing your own clothes

• Tailored clothing made just for your body
• Choose the fabric and styles that suit your personality and body type
• Avoid “fast fashion” and the environmental damage that goes with it
• Learn a new skill
• Have fun and make friends in group sewing classes
• Make high-quality clothing that lasts for years 

Ideas for patterns and fabric

Pattern and fabric choice are all-important elements of making your own clothing. That’s why from time to time we publish blogs and videos that show you some patterns and fabrics that pair very well. Then, we show you how the results look on non-models.

If you need help with this critical starting point, come into ABQ Sewing Studio in Strathroy, Ontario, or contact us if you don’t live in the area. We can still help, and you can purchase patterns and fabrics from our online store.

Brenda’s Top & Skirt Picks

Sewing the Perfect Summer Dress

Irene’s pant picks

Irene’s blouse picks

Learn from an experienced sewing teacher

You may be wondering if you will be able to master the skills necessary to make clothing you will actually want to wear. That’s where ABQ Sewing Studio comes in.

Our expert instructors and spacious classroom give you the guidance and space to sew your own clothes with confidence. In our classes, we’re dedicated to helping you grasp the art of sewing with finesse.

We have classes for every skill level, but many of our classes are tailored (yes, I said it) for beginners like you who have a sewing machine and some sewing skills and are keen to take the plunge into garment sewing, but need some guidance and encouragement to be sure you’re doing things correctly.

We offer a capsule sewing class, for instance, that helps you master the creation of pants, tops, and jackets – a complete wardrobe ensemble! 

We’ve even had a class called Upcycling Green Style that included a field trip to a thrift store. Learning proper garment sewing techniques from an experienced teacher opens up a world of possibilities, both for making new clothing and upcycling used clothing.

ABQ helps at every step of the way

Most classes we offer are based on a particular pattern, but we also have Sew Anything Saturdays, where you pay by the hour and get help with your project.

We’ll help you choose a pattern, if necessary, or help you get the correct size of the class pattern based on your measurements.

Once you have the pattern, it’s time to choose fabric. We carry a variety of fabrics perfect for sewing garments and will help you make the best decision for the pattern you’re making based on your preferences.

Be sure to leave time between the day you choose your fabric and class day because you need time to launder and press the fabric before class. If you need help with the cutting process, we’ll guide you along.

You’ll get guidance throughout the class that ensures you’ll end up with clothing that looks great and will last for years.

Blog series guide to sew your own clothing

If you are just starting to sew your own clothes, you have questions about every step, so we answered them. This series of posts walks you through everything you need to know about sewing garments: measurements and patterns, fabric choice and preparation, and construction and finishing.

Sew your own clothes series

• Measurements for Pattern Sizes
• How to Choose Fabric for Clothes
• Wash and Press Fabric Before You Cut
• The garment sewing pattern: markings and symbols
• Sewing together your garment: Seam allowance, stitching, and securing
• Get professional-looking seam finishes in sewing projects

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