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Sewing.. Addicting!!!
I started sewing 2 months ago and now I can't stop !!! haha. I have always made fleece dog toys and fleece dog blankets and now with my new sewing skills have started to make dog clothing ! My sister and I started selling at Craft shows and it's quite fun ! We have a few craft shows set up from now until Christmas so I am pretty busy with sewing for that and I can't wait to start sewing dresses for my possible trip this winter ! 
Has anyone made their own Bathing suit ? I am a beginner so not sure if this is something I should attempt right away or wait.. any suggestions?
Re: Sewing.. Addicting!!!
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Sewing is awesome! I make swim suits. I wouldn't suggest it as a beginner project. To make a suit that'll hold up. You will need a serger, double needles, and wholly nylon thread........I would wait till you have master some more sewing skills.
I would tackle a dress next. If you want a challenge. Then move on to knits, shirts and the like. Sewing is so much fun! Keep on going the sky is the limit!
Threads Magazine has a Teach Yourself to Sew dvd (actually two volumes) that look pretty good. They have previews on their website.
I picked up this book, and thought it was a really good resource (and a great price)....even for an experienced seamstress.
Thanks for the info ! I took a Beginners class in my home town which was 4 classes, we learnt how to use the machine and made an apron and a hand bag. I thought it was a very good way to learn. I am now in the second level which we are learning to read a pattern and making pyjama pants. The third class is a dress, not sure if I should take it or try it out on my own... the classes are $160 a pop... so it's getting expensive just for the learning experience.
Would you recommend taking more classes?
I have a Brother NS-40 and I love it !! Very easy to use, mant different stitches and it works great!
I will look into this. Thanks!! I'm a complete beginner at sewing - I never even learned how to correctly sew a button on or anything. So I'm wanting to start at the most basic level and move toward advanced. I also thought I would check into classes to see if there is something offered in my area. I just haven't had a chance to do that yet.
Update: I made a throw pillow cover last night! It only took about 2 hours total, including watching the youtube video tutorial from Crafty Gemini.
It was actually pretty easy. Now I just need to learn how to cut straight and I'll be in business!