A New Generation of Sewers

Things that are old sometimes become new again.  Home sewing was once considered women’s domestic work, but it is making a revival, in the West, as an enjoyable hobby. It’s beautiful to see people sewing and knitting their own clothing and it always looks much cooler than anything that can be bought in a store. Sewing and knitting have many benefits including being a sustainable way to add garments to your closet.

 

“Every woman should know how to sew,” is something I once heard from a friend’s mother when I was younger. At one point in history that was true. Sewing was once a necessary skill for many wives and mothers in order to clothe their families. Today that statement is not true at all.  Sewing as well as knitting are more pleasurable activities done in people’s spare time.

 

As I browse through Instagram each day, it is great to see all the skill, blended with creativity and talent in the garments that people produce. I initially created my Instagram to share my personal design projects. What I found was a welcoming community of sewers, knitters, and slow fashion designers.  (Slow fashion is a term I commonly use which involves our awareness and approach towards our consumption of fashion.  Slow Fashion takes into consideration the supply chain and aims to respect people, the environment, and animals). It is always great to see a new sweater or dress that was made in someone’s home.  I thoroughly enjoy sewing. I love the feeling of completing a new piece and executing my ideas well.

 

I find sewing both enjoyable and therapeutic. My idea of a great weekend is sewing a new design while enjoying good music while having no other plans for the day to disrupt me. Sewing can be very calming and while I d o not knit, I hear knitting has the same effect on people.  In addition to promoting calmness it is the best way to add unique items to your closet.  It’s ethical, it’s sustainable, and it’s one of a kind!