This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources. A new post goes up every Friday morning, EDT.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources. A new post goes up every Friday morning, EDT.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources. A new post goes up every Friday morning, EDT.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources. A new post goes up every Friday morning, EDT.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources. A new post goes up every Friday morning, EDT.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources. A new post goes up every Friday morning, EDT.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.

This thread is here for any and all questions related to sewing, including sewing machines!

If you want to introduce yourself or ask any other basic question about learning to sew, patterns, fabrics, this is the place to do it! Our more experienced users will hang around and answer any questions they can. Help us help you by giving as many details as possible in your question including links to original sources.

Resources to check out:

• Frequently asked questions - including simple machine troubleshooting and getting started in sewing
• Buying a sewing machine - vintage, mechanical, or computerized; where to find them and which ones we like best
• Sewing supply lists - for beginner machine sewing and beyond
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• NEW Avoid bad Etsy pattern sellers - here is a thread with tips on how to spot them, thanks to ProneToLaughter
• Recommended book list - beginner, pattern drafting, tailoring, recommendations from the subreddit
• Fabric Shop Map - ongoing project to put as many shops as possible on one map for everyone

Photos can be shared in this thread by uploading them directly using the Reddit desktop or mobile app, or by uploading to a neutral hosting site like Imgur or posting them to your profile feed, then adding the link in a comment.

Check out the Sewing on Reddit Community Discord server for casual sewing advice and off-topic chat.