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Sewing Myths ... BUSTED!

1/26/2015

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I just discovered there are many, many sewing blogs and websites debunking sewing myths! And, I've learned quite a bit reading these lists of myths. Many of these myths I've never believed in anyway, so it is reassuring to have them poo poo-ed by others.

I want to share a few of my favorite lists. 

First is the list attached to the "Life is hard, sewing is easy" photo. It debunks 5 basic myths that will make you feel better about sewing in general.

Next, this list from 
Threads Magazine - is more couture oriented.
Threads shows a better way to cut bias and ...
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debunks the idea that a Hong Kong finish is the best for couture clothing and MORE!
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The last set of Busted Myths is by my friend Janet Pray. Not only does she run the American Sewing Expo in Novi, Michigan every year, she also is a super sewing expert and has done many Craftsy tutorial. She owns and operates Islander Sewing which teaches home sewers industrial sewing technics. Her list is very practical. It includes the idea that directional sewing is not necessary, in fact it bad in some cases!  I never sew directionally. It takes too long, I think.

Janet Pray's myth busters
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There are many more lists like this out there. If you are interested ... just search "sewing myths" and LOTS will pop up.
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sheila lenkman
1/26/2015 03:38:16 am

What is the purpose of the tatty red seam allowance? Not sure what the photo has to do with Hong Kong finishing?

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Andrea
1/26/2015 04:39:19 am

Ha Ha ... good description. Did you go the the link for the Threads article? That is the photo they used for debunking the Hong Kong finish. I think they are just showing another finish that is a better choice for that lightweight fabric.

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Janet Pray link
1/28/2015 03:41:31 am

Thanks for mentioning my Sewing MythBusters. I have been amazed at what some home sewers have been taught is necessary for successful sewing. Especially the "must dos" that are actually counterproductive. Happy Sewing!!

Brooke of Passport Couture link
12/4/2015 01:13:19 pm

Hi there! Found your blog after you with one of mine and was thrilled to see someone else debunking sewing myths. So many people think it's easy and that all you want to do is sew all day, but it is so much more work than others realize. I'm glad to see another blogger doing what they can to change that perception!

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