September is National Sewing Month

9/9/2018

September is National Sewing month! Are you celebrating??? I know, I know, we celebrate our passion for all things made with needle and thread 365 days a year but it's nice to know that the art and craft of sewing is nationally recognized during the month of September. As the story goes, Ronald Reagan made the declaration in 1982. Thanks to the Sewing and Craft Alliance and the American Sewing Guild, sewing has been put in the spotlight for the whole month of September. You can read the full history HERE.

To help you celebrate your own priceless sewing skills in September, I've compiled a short list of projects with a sewing theme that are archived on the official Brother blog. Click on the links below to view each one. Some of these include links to free embroidery designs. I'm hoping that one or more spark your interest and help you revel in the joy of sewing as we celebrate today and every day.

Upcycle a shirt for scrap storage

Embroidered jar covers for sewing room notions

I Love Sewing key fob

Going Sewing Circle bag

Embroidered needle case

The National Sewing Month site has sewing information you may want to take a look at too! Click on the image for more info.

I like to consider myself a Sewing Cheerleader! There are many life changing benefits that make us all glad we know how to sew. Personally, I could make a very long list. When I first learned to sew it was just the sheer thrill of making something from scratch. Before I took sewing in "Home Ec" I had never really experienced the joy of "building" something from start to finish with my own two hands. Then I got hooked on the idea that I could customize everything I made and put my own stamp on it. Making gifts for others has also been a rewarding experience that's produced many happy memories. And yes, over the years I've saved a lot of money sewing and had a ton of fun making all kinds of items that are so much better than store bought!

It would be fun to know what some of the biggest benefits are for each of you! Feel free to leave a comment and share some of the ways sewing improves your life. I invite you to five a shout out to sewing and tell us all why knowing how to sew is an important part of life for you!

6 Comments

Pat Guerin

9/17/2018 06:07:23

As a young mom of four I sewed because it was a thrifty way to outfit the kids, these days sewing is not always thrufty, but the benefits of being able to create one of a kind garments, accessories, or keepsake articles outweigh the cost. An awh gift says it all. I surely hope til the day I die I am able to sew!

Joanne Banko link

9/17/2018 17:40:05

Love your passion Pat! I can only imagine all the beautiful things you made over the span of those years and the beautiful memories attached to each and every one! The subject of the "thriftiness" of sewing is an interesting one but it's a little like the "priceless" commercial. How do you put a price on somethng that is invaluable!?!

Karen A.

9/17/2018 07:35:59

It's the creativity. I can design a garment or accessory that no one else has. Or, I can copy a designer original at a fraction of the cost, always putting in my own touches.

Joanne Banko link

9/17/2018 17:44:51

Hi Karen! I agree wholeheartedly with your comments. It's exhilarating to make something special and unique. Beyond that, what an accomplishment it is to put your own stamp on something and know that it's a true original when you are finished :-)

Linda Daigle

9/17/2018 09:03:56

I have been sewing since I am 9 years old. My mother taught me all the tricks of the trade. Little did I know back then that one day I would have a sewing business which I mostly reconstruct wedding dresses to fit the brides wishes. I love to design and create a garment that no one else has. Sewing has inspired me and helped me be creative. It is also relaxing and gives me such joy.

Joanne Banko link

9/17/2018 17:49:12

Hi Linda! Thank you for telling us your sewing history past and present! Think of all the special feelings your creations produce for those who wear them. Plus, you get the joy and satifaction that comes from making one masterpiece after another. Loved reading your comments!

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Joanne Banko
Brother Ambassador

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