Comments on: Make Sewing Part of Homeschooling

By: James Wingert

James Wingert — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 14:25:38 +0000

Excellent post! I 100 % agree with you.

By: Barbara Frank

Barbara Frank — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 01:15:21 +0000

Kristina, isn’t teaching a sewing class to kids fun? I have fond memories of the one I did.

Shanna, those books are very nice, aren’t they?

Renae, now that you mention it, my younger daughter did get a couple of dresses that I’d originally planned to make for my older daughter….and they’re eight years apart!

Melissa, be warned, quilting is addictive

By: Melissa Markham

Melissa Markham — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:40:09 +0000

I can fix seams and do hems by hand and repair buttons. I also have skills with crocheting, knitting, cross stitch, needlepoint. My grandmother made clothes for me and my mom but my mom never chose to use the sewing machine (not sure why) and I didn’t either, but I have a desire to learn to make quilts too, so I think learning to use a sewing machine would definitely be a top priority.

By: Renae

Renae — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 21:39:10 +0000

I learned to sew in a private Christian school. The teacher was amazing! She even taught me how to alter patterns. The problems I have are finding the time and the price of fabric. It’s cheaper to buy second-hand clothes. Also, my kids are growing so fast. I can’t get clothes made before they’re in the next size!

I have made various things for my home though. Curtains and pillows are simple. They last for years. And I agree that it is nice to be able to alter things. Oh, and make gifts.

By: Shanna

Shanna — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 19:00:45 +0000

As a mom who knows little about sewing, I love using the Grandmother Hope Series books from http://www.hopechestlegacy.com with my young girls to teach them sewing.

By: Kristina

Kristina — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 17:14:21 +0000

Sewing is so important. Even if you never sew anything else, buttons and patches (for every kind of uniform you could think of) have to get sewn on. I’m currently teaching a sewing class to littles (ages 4-7) at a homeschool co-op. We started with a simple straight stitch, and the kids are now sewing small tote bags by hand using that straight stitch. I’m very impressed by how well they’re doing. After they’re finished sewing them together, they’ll add a button for closing. It’s an easy project to learn with.

If you are an adult who wants to learn to sew, you could ask around to your friends and offer to teach them how to do something in exchange for sewing lessons. Or, you could offer to just hang out with another mom who does sew, in exchange for learning to sew. I’m sure I would go for that one!

By: Barbara Frank

Barbara Frank — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 02:19:31 +0000

Kristy, some people can pick it up quickly, others take longer. Sounds like your grandmother was definitely in the first group! How interesting.

Barbaralee, sometimes that’s true. You have to look hard to get good deals on fabric, use coupons, etc. Otherwise, it isn’t worth it.

Deb, what a neat story! How blessed your dd is to have met this kind lady.

Lori, I’ve known other homeschoolers who really got a lot out of 4-H, but for animal-raising, not sewing, so I’m happy to hear that. You must be so proud of your girls.

Thanks, everyone, for stopping by

By: Lori

Lori — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 14:20:21 +0000

I too, was one who never really embraced sewing. However, I found a local 4-H club that offers instruction in sewing. My older girl is competing with her outfits and placing top in the state! My younger one is still learning basics. Meanwhile, I’m learning a lot by watching and helping, and my older daughter helps me when I try a project! 4-H has been a wonderful supplement to our homeschool!

By: Deb

Deb — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 03:59:15 +0000

Unfortunately, I came into marriage and motherhood with nominal sewing skills. My mother truly tried to instill this craft in me, but it wasn’t a “good fit” for me and I never excelled. When my daughter showed interest in sewing, I was able to teach her all I knew in one sitting – how to sew on a button! However, a retired lady in our church family told me she would teach my daughter how to sew. For several years now, my daughter and this dear saint get together a couple of times a month to sew, talk, play scrabble, look at pictures, etc. I am so thankful for this relationship! My daughter not only will treasure her knowledge of sewing, she will also treasure the influence this woman has had on her.

By: BarbaraLee

BarbaraLee — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 19:24:55 +0000

This is a hobby that I love to do. But I want it more then just a hobby. I have made skirts, pj’s and patched up jeans. I want to do better. I noticed a class at a sewing place I am going to check out to polish my skills.
There are somethings worth buying but they are on sale. By the time you buy the material it cost to buy the shirt at the store.
I am going to check out the site you recommended.