This thread is here for any and all simple 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 or mechanical, where to find them, which one we like best
• Where to find sewing patterns - there is no Ravelry for sewing but this list will get you started
• 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

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HOLIDAY LINKS

Helpful links for common Holiday Questions! The links may or may not work because Reddit be like that.

• Buying a sewing machine for someone else
• Beginner sewing supplies
• Gift ideas for sewists
• Gift projects
• Gifts to Sew

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