{"id":61736,"date":"2020-04-04T12:22:21","date_gmt":"2020-04-04T16:22:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/?p=61736"},"modified":"2020-04-04T12:38:31","modified_gmt":"2020-04-04T16:38:31","slug":"maximize-your-sewing-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/maximize-your-sewing-time\/","title":{"rendered":"Too Little Time To Sew &#8211; How To Maximize Your Sewing Time"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-62801 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/shutterstock_1121832974.jpg\" alt=\"maximize your sewing time\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/shutterstock_1121832974.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/shutterstock_1121832974-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/shutterstock_1121832974-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/shutterstock_1121832974-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/shutterstock_1121832974-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1000px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1000\/667;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-62801\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/shutterstock_1121832974.jpg\" alt=\"maximize your sewing time\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/shutterstock_1121832974.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/shutterstock_1121832974-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/shutterstock_1121832974-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/shutterstock_1121832974-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/shutterstock_1121832974-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/noscript>Some people sew only because they really have to. Then there are some who are really passionate about sewing and would sew every chance they get. Unfortunately, not all of these hardcore sewing enthusiasts have much time for a hobby in their hands. But then again, there are some little things that can be done to ensure that you are able to maximize your sewing time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be Organized<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1887 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/sewing-machine-reviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/shutterstock_723870430.jpg\" alt=\"maximize your sewing time\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1000px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1000\/667;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1887 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/sewing-machine-reviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/shutterstock_723870430.jpg\" alt=\"maximize your sewing time\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure you have everything you need for sewing in an area you have dedicated for that purpose. Your supplies should all be packed neatly in clear organizer\/ drawers with the most used items on top of other materials that you rarely use.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>If you want to see a neat trick to better <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/organising-your-stash-how-to-keep-it-neat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">organize your fabric stash<\/a>, please read this article:<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"JlNDoQ8w8E\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/organising-your-stash-how-to-keep-it-neat\/\">Organising your stash, how to keep it neat<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe title=\"&#8220;Organising your stash, how to keep it neat&#8221; &#8212; So Sew Easy\" class=\"wp-embedded-content lazyload\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/organising-your-stash-how-to-keep-it-neat\/embed\/#?secret=JlNDoQ8w8E\" data-secret=\"JlNDoQ8w8E\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make Sure You Have Sufficient Sewing Supplies<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1888 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/sewing-machine-reviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/shutterstock_98979080.jpg\" alt=\"maximize your sewing time\" width=\"1000\" height=\"665\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1000px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1000\/665;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1888 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/sewing-machine-reviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/shutterstock_98979080.jpg\" alt=\"maximize your sewing time\" width=\"1000\" height=\"665\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As mentioned above, almost everyone nowadays has a busy lifestyle and having the supplies you need for a certain project on hand will really help you maximize what available time you have for sewing. You don\u2019t have to buy all the materials at once, and you also don\u2019t have to go out of your way to buy sewing stuff. You can just get a thing or two whenever you are doing the weekly grocery shopping. Make a list of what sewing projects you\u2019d really love to make first. Here are some basic things that you\u2019d need to have on hand:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/of-threads-and-more-sewing-threads\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Threads<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manual and <a href=\"https:\/\/sewing-machine-reviews.com\/sewing-machine-history-road-invention\/\">machine<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/which-sewing-machine-needle\/\">needles<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elastics in various widths<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Different zipper types and sizes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interfacing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure That You Have Handy Tools<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1889 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/sewing-machine-reviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/shutterstock_480688831.jpg\" alt=\"maximize your sewing time\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1000px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1000\/667;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1889 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/sewing-machine-reviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/shutterstock_480688831.jpg\" alt=\"maximize your sewing time\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aside from the usual fabric, threads, and needles, there are some items that don\u2019t seem to be really necessary but they actually are especially when you want to make the most out of your free time. The following items are recommended to always have in handy:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/l\/rotary_cutter\" title=\"Amazon.com: Fiskars 45mm Contour Rotary Cutter (195210-1001): Arts, Crafts &amp;amp; Sewing\" class=\"pretty-link-keyword\">Rotary Cutter<\/a> and Mat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tube Turner<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bias Tape Maker<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water Soluble Stabilizer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fusible Tape<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tailor\u2019s Ham<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tracing Wheel\/ Chalk<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Here's our take on <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/beginner-sewing-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">what tools are essential in your sewing kit<\/a>:<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"VzV6ZEELYg\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/beginner-sewing-kit\/\">15 Essential Tools for Your Beginner Sewing Kit<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe title=\"&#8220;15 Essential Tools for Your Beginner Sewing Kit&#8221; &#8212; So Sew Easy\" class=\"wp-embedded-content lazyload\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/beginner-sewing-kit\/embed\/#?secret=VzV6ZEELYg\" data-secret=\"VzV6ZEELYg\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional Tips And Tricks To Maximize Your Sewing Time:<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press the fabric\/ garment before sewing as it will make it a lot easier to see if everything is even & folded smoothly before you sew. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make patterns and cut-out several fabrics in advance so you can be more productive when you get to actual sewing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recycle a pattern and be creative with altering designs for new and different looks.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Some people sew only because they really have to. 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