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Hi, I'm new... / Re: Hi folks, another newbie-ish guy here.
« on: January 08, 2024, 09:39:15 AM »
Welcome, we loves newbies, they taste like chicken
As others have said, don't rush into buying ALL THE THINGS! because often you can make do with bits and bobs, until your skills get to the point where the tool becomes necessary. I agree about rotary cutters. They are great with a straight edge for cutting straight lines, but I am not fond of them on curves, and its too easy to overextend, and cause your fabric to shift, or slice into the pattern, or your hand.
So, I have a few "must do" rules
1. Never put pins in your mouth
2. Pressing seams is far more effective than you would think
3. Only sew when tired, if you want to build up your unpicking skills.
Your local charity shop can be a cost effective source of fabric, patterns, and habby ..... give yourself time to uncover the gems. I am looking forward to seeing your future projects.
As others have said, don't rush into buying ALL THE THINGS! because often you can make do with bits and bobs, until your skills get to the point where the tool becomes necessary. I agree about rotary cutters. They are great with a straight edge for cutting straight lines, but I am not fond of them on curves, and its too easy to overextend, and cause your fabric to shift, or slice into the pattern, or your hand.
So, I have a few "must do" rules
1. Never put pins in your mouth
2. Pressing seams is far more effective than you would think
3. Only sew when tired, if you want to build up your unpicking skills.
Your local charity shop can be a cost effective source of fabric, patterns, and habby ..... give yourself time to uncover the gems. I am looking forward to seeing your future projects.