Burda is my hobby. Sewing as a hobby and a way to earn money
Probably, everyone at least once in their life faced a situation when, unexpectedly, as a rule, at the most inopportune moment, someone suddenly appeared nearby in exactly the same outfit. Annoyance, indignation, discontent, awkwardness - and what kind of negative emotions will not visit at such a second.
When buying clothes in specialized salons, stores, boutiques or in the market, everyone is driven by one single goal - to look spectacular, stylish, attractive. And not a single thought will arise that the story described earlier may happen in the near future.
This is due to the fact that at present the import of ready-made clothes has flooded the domestic market, leaving no chance for the local light industry, which, unfortunately, is simply unable to compete with cheap, and therefore in stable demand, goods from China and India.
However, there is still a way out in this situation, because you can use accessories yourself. It will cost quite inexpensively (compared to buying a similar product in a store), and as a result, a wardrobe that has long been thirsty for new products will acquire a unique author's thing that absolutely no one else has.
We were all introduced to the basics of sewing when we were at school. You can expand your horizons and improve your skills today in ours.
The ability to sew well opens up truly limitless possibilities for its owners. And indeed, why not, having transformed the wardrobe, do not, for example, take care of the atmosphere of your own home? Home textiles are a real sea of ideas and endless scope for imagination. Just think, pillows, blankets, curtains, tablecloths, napkins, rugs, furniture covers, pot holders, hot pads, decorative textile utensils - absolutely all this can be done with your own hands. With imagination and, of course, with soul.
And that's not all. Dressmakers who become mothers automatically solve the issue of clothes for their crumbs. In addition, here you can add sewing educational and just mental toys, various children's accessories (for example, a rug for playing on the floor, a patchwork quilt, a cute picture for the nursery), as well as the vital need to repair or restore children's clothes. That's when mom's imagination and all her sewing skills come in handy.
In addition to the fact that sewing can bring direct practical benefits, it can also be an occupation for the soul, in other words, a hobby. Making cute Tilda dolls, tender Teddy bears, quilting, patchwork, kanzashi, appliqué, kinusaiga - all these are, in essence, synonyms for the simple word “sewing”, which have their own unique bright features and features. Who knows, you may be destined to find a part of yourself in some of these types of needlework.
And a few more words in favor of sewing. Replenishing her wardrobe, decorating the house, delighting loved ones with her hand-made masterpieces, a woman, in addition to a positive mood, acquires something else very important - experience. You won't get it except with practical exercises. And at one fine moment, it may happen that a modest home needlewoman suddenly feels the strength and potential to sew for other, strangers, that is, to make orders for a monetary reward. Why not?
Almost every person has a favorite activity to which he devotes his free time. Many people enjoy sewing, while spending their time with a needle and thread. No one can say for sure what sewing attracts so much. Everyone has their own opinion on this. Some are engaged in sewing for leisure, while others - for the good of the business.
Some women want to forget everyday problems and chores with the help of sewing. Immerse yourself in your own little world of dreams and desires. Here everything is subject only to them. Only they make the decision. You can combine types of fabric, its colors. The result will be amazing, as it is made by hand. The main thing is to love your occupation, and it will certainly bear fruit.
Many people try to make the most of what they love. Relax your soul, at the same time find a use for your favorite pastime:
Minor clothing repair
Sewing classes can be used for minor repairs of clothes: darn, hem, stitch, sew in a zipper. Thanks to your hobby, you do not need to carry things to the workshop. Everything is redone, the mood is excellent.Sewing and altering clothes
Knowing all the nuances of cutting and sewing, it is very easy to dress the whole family with your own hands. It will not be difficult to sew original things. They will always delight loved ones, because they are sewn with their own hands. But new fabric is not always applied. Very often, existing clothes with minor defects are used. Combining several things, it is easy to create one that is more interesting and unusual. And experienced housewives find a use for everything. From the remnants of the fabric, their hands perform a miracle: new bags, cosmetic bags. The needlewoman will never have unnecessary things. Everything in the household is useful. By combining a couple of things, home chairs will be dressed in light capes.Tailoring of soft toys
From the remnants of the fabric, cute kittens, elephants, hedgehogs, etc. are obtained. These are toys of our own creation. And if you connect children to the lesson, then their joy will have no boundaries. It is not necessary to sew existing animals. Children love fictional, non-existent characters. Feeling like a co-author of such a creation, the child will never part with such a toy.Sewing to order
In addition to pleasure, a hobby can also bring money to the family. A seamstress who knows her job well can take small orders at home. So she combines a pleasant business with a useful one. Work for the soul and earn money. So not always a hobby is a waste of time, as some people like to say.
True lovers of their craft always create beautiful things. After all, they put a part of themselves into them. Sometimes a thing created by a simple needlewoman can overshadow any branded one, because it is made with love.
The seamstress's house will never be the same. Here, the hand of the master will be noticeable in everything: beautiful capes for furniture, original curtains, cute little pillows on the sofa, mysterious rugs, etc.
Being engaged in sewing, a person constantly follows the latest fashion, reads useful literature. He wants to be aware of new events, learn a lot of interesting little things about his business and put them into practice.
The seamstress is constantly being improved. She wants to learn everything that can be useful for her work. Step by step she learns new technologies. And then, following the novelties of the season, he tries to create similar things at home.
Sewing is a very useful hobby. Not everyone can calculate the right amount of fabric, make patterns and cut out the material. And then sit for hours at the typewriter, trying to recreate everything to the smallest detail. Only those who like this activity enjoy not so much the created masterpieces as the work itself.
29
june
2009
Format: djvu
Release year: 1993
Genre: hobby
Burda
Publisher: "Enne Burda GmbH & Co", Offenburg, Germany
Language: Russian, Translation by "Vneshsigma" LLP
Number of pages: 223
Description: All sewing operations from A to Z. For beginners and not only.
"How to sew a framed pocket?", "What should I do if my measurements do not match the sizes given in the table?", "How to insert a zipper into trousers?"
The book will answer these and other questions. With many color illustrations, in a simple and understandable language, we will tell you how to perform a particular sewing operation. Our practical tips will help you turn sewing into your favorite pastime.
Introduction
Workplace and tools
Brief information about fabrics
How to take measurements
Pattern correction
Changes in patterns related to the features of the figure
Cutting fabric
Copying pattern outlines
Pad
Fitting
Hand and machine seams
Section processing
Darts
Processing the bottom of the product
Pockets
loops
Buttons
Bead fasteners
Hidden clasps
Polo closure
Air loop closure
Clasps
Zippers
Collars
How to cleanly turn the neck and armhole
Neck facings
Finishing the bottom of the sleeve
Sleeve cut
Sleeve
Shoulder pads
Folds
Processing the belt of a skirt or trousers
Lining
Hangers and loops
Trouser processing, trousers adjustment
Belts
Ironing
Ruffles and flounces
Slicing
edging
Hemstitch
Application
Puffs
Processing of special materials
Alphabetical index of terms
Textile care symbols
27
oct
2018
Ornamental sewing of the Crimea (Chepurina P.Ya.)
Author: Chepurina P.Ya.
Year of issue: 1938
Genre: Hobby, Embroidery
Publisher: All-Union Cooperative United Publishing House
Russian language
Number of pages: 64
Description: Polina Yakovlevna Chepurina's book is devoted to the study of ornamental sewing of the Crimean Tatars. The paper presents the basic principles of working with embroidery, ornaments and patterns that are used in the embroidery process. Page examples Table of contents
23
Feb
2011
Sewing and Cutting (ShiK) №3 (March)
Sewing and Cutting (ShiK) №3 (March)
Format: PDF, Scanned pages
Release year: 2011
Genre: Sewing magazine
Publisher: CJSC "EDIPRESS-CONLIGA"
Russian language
Number of pages: 80
Description: Stylish models from the Argentinean LOOK magazine are waiting for you in the magazine "Chic: sewing and cutting" No. 3/2011: a collection of coats for the spring season, fashionable sets in a marine style, a parade of spectacular blouses. Especially for our readers: instructions for sewing an author's jacket from designer Tatyana Romanyuk.
Add. Information: To view the log, it is recommended to use the Adobe Acrobat Reader program, which ...
06
Jan
2010
Sewing and cutting №12 (December)
Format: PDF, Scanned pages
Release year: 2009
Genre: Sewing magazine
Russian language
Number of pages: 84
Description: "ShiK" is a modern sewing magazine with patterns. DOZENS of original, sophisticated and chic pret-a-porter styles for women. The magazine is supplemented with a special section, which presents collection options for full, small and petite women, as well as children's and men's models. In each issue, the heroines of famous domestic and foreign films and TV series present to the attention of readers exclusive clothing models that can be...
18
mar
2010
Sewing and cutting No. 4 (April)
Format: DjVu, Scanned pages
Release year: 2010
Genre: Sewing
Publisher: EDIPRESSE-KONLIGA
Russian language
Number of pages: 77 + patterns
Description: "ShiK" is a modern sewing magazine with patterns. DOZENS of original, sophisticated and chic pret-a-porter styles for women. The magazine is supplemented with a special section, which presents collection options for full, small and petite women, as well as children's and men's models. In each issue, the heroines of famous domestic and foreign films and TV series present to the attention of readers exclusive clothing models that can be...
26
oct
2012
Chic: Sewing and cutting (hemming)
Format: JPG, PDF, Scanned pages
Release year: 2012
Genre: Sewing
Publisher: ID EDIPRESSE-KONLIGA
Russian language
Number of pages: 50-80 + patterns
Description: The magazine "ShiK: Sewing and Cut" is addressed to those who follow fashion and create a wardrobe with their own hands. Sewing lovers will find here interesting models from European and Latin American designers, plus convenient patterns with a detailed description of the work. Moreover, it helps readers to create their own fashionable look, complete with fashionable accessories. The magazine uses materials from the Argentinean magazine LOOK, the Italian...
26
aug
2011
Sewing and Cutting (ShiK) + patterns (Filing)
Year of release: 2010-2011
Genre: Sewing
Publisher: EDIPRESSE-KONLIGA
Russian language
Number of pages: ~ 75-80 each + patterns
Description: "ShiK" is a modern sewing magazine with patterns. DOZENS of original, sophisticated and chic pret-a-porter styles for women. The magazine is supplemented with a special section, which presents collection options for full, small and petite women, as well as children's and men's models. In each issue, the heroines of famous domestic and foreign films and TV series present exclusive models of clothes to the attention of readers...
16
Jan
2013
Chic: Sewing and cutting (hemming)
Format: PDF, JPG (scanned pages)
Release year: 2013
Genre: Sewing, women's fashion
Publisher: CJSC "EDIPRESS-CONLIGA"
Russian language
Number of pages: 84+patterns
Description: Sewing and Cut magazine presents 40 models from the Italian BOUTIQUE magazine: original cut cardigans, romantic blouses and skirts, plus size feminine models, children's clothing. All models are given in a wide range of sizes, with patterns and a detailed description of the work. Number List #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8 Covers
11
july
2011
Sewing and Cutting (ShiK) No. 8 (August) + patterns
Format: PDF and JPG, Scanned pages
Release year: 2011
Genre: Sewing
Publisher: EDIPRESSE-KONLIGA
Russian language
Number of pages: 75 + patterns
17
May
2011
Sewing and Cutting (ShiK) No. 6 (June) + patterns
Format: PDF and JPG, Scanned pages
Release year: 2011
Genre: Sewing
Publisher: EDIPRESSE-KONLIGA
Russian language
Description: "ShiK" is a modern sewing magazine with patterns. DOZENS of original, sophisticated and chic pret-a-porter styles for women. The magazine is supplemented with a special section, which presents collection options for full, small and petite women, as well as children's and men's models. In each issue, the heroines of famous domestic and foreign films and TV series present to the attention of readers exclusive clothing models that...
16
june
2011
Sewing and cutting №7 (July) + patterns
Format: PDF and JPG, Scanned pages
Release year: 2011
Genre: Sewing
Publisher: EDIPRESSE-KONLIGA
Russian language
Number of pages: 76 + patterns
Description: "ShiK" is a modern sewing magazine with patterns. DOZENS of original, sophisticated and chic pret-a-porter styles for women. The magazine is supplemented with a special section, which presents collection options for full, small and petite women, as well as children's and men's models. In each issue, the heroines of famous domestic and foreign films and TV series present to the attention of readers exclusive clothing models that...
19
Jan
2011
Sewing and Cutting (ShiK) №2+ patterns (February)
Sewing and Cutting (ShiK) №2+ patterns (February)
Release year: 2011
Genre: Sewing and cutting, fashion
Publisher: EDIPRESSE-KONLIGA
Russian language
Number of pages: 78 + patterns
Description: "ShiK" is a modern sewing magazine with patterns. DOZENS of original, sophisticated and chic pret-a-porter styles for women. The magazine is supplemented with a special section, which presents collection options for full, small and petite women, as well as children's and men's models. In each issue, the heroines of famous domestic and foreign films and serials are presented...
24
but I
2009
Format: PDF
Release year: 2009
Genre: Needlework
Author: Team of authors
Publisher: EDIPRESSE-KONLIGA Publishing House
Interface language: Russian
Number of pages: 41
26
May
2009
Genre: Needlework and sewing
Publisher: EDIPRESSE-KONLIGA devsite: www.chik-sewing.ru/
Release year: 2009
Number of pages:
Quality: Scanned pages
Format:.pdf
Contents of the issue: ShiK - a modern sewing magazine with patterns. Dozens of original, sophisticated and chic pret-a-porter designs for women. The magazine is supplemented with a special section, which presents collection options for full, small and petite women, as well as children's and men's models. In each issue, the heroines of famous domestic and foreign films and TV series present exclusive...
02
but I
2011
Sewing and Cutting (ShiK) No. 10, 11 (October-November) + patterns
Description: "ShiK" is a modern sewing magazine with patterns. DOZENS of original, sophisticated and chic pret-a-porter styles for women. The magazine is supplemented with a special section, which presents collection options for full, small and petite women, as well as children's and men's models. In each issue, the heroines of famous domestic and foreign films and TV series present exclusive models of clothes to the attention of readers, which can be easily sewn using convenient patterns and clear instructions. Permanent headings - "Fashion trends pret-a-porter", "Trends", "Practical fashion", "P...
20
mar
2011
Sewing and cutting №4 (April 2011) + patterns
Format: PDF + JPG, Scanned pages
Release year: 2011
Genre: Sewing and cutting, fashion
Publisher: EDIPRESSE-KONLIGA
Russian language
Number of pages: 80 + patterns
Description: "ShiK" is a modern sewing magazine with patterns. DOZENS of original, sophisticated and chic pret-a-porter styles for women. The magazine is supplemented with a special section, which presents collection options for full, small and petite women, as well as children's and men's models. In each issue, the heroines of famous domestic and foreign films and TV series present exclusive models of clothes to the attention of readers...
Every day more and more new sewing tutorials and manuals appear on the bookshelves, and choosing the best one is not so easy. Let's take a look under the cover of Burda: My Hobby is Sewing to see if this tutorial deserves a place on your bookshelf!
The book is slightly smaller than an A4 sheet in format, in a glossy hardcover, designed in the corporate style of Burda. There are 128 pages in the book, and, according to the annotation, the textbook will guide the readers through all the stages of the difficult art of sewing.
The way of mastering sewing intricacies begins with the chapter on fabrics, and most of this section is occupied by an alphabetical list of basic fabrics with a description of their composition, purpose and care rules. Of course, not all fabrics in the world are represented here, but the set is extensive: from commonly used viscose and cotton to exotic ones, like brocade.
Additional sections describe the types of lining, insulation and cushioning materials.
From the second chapter, we begin to prepare for sewing - with instructions on all the necessary tools, including sewing equipment. By the way, there are no photos (except for photos of fabrics) in the book, but there are drawings! Perhaps this could be a minus (after all, photography is the most reliable guide), if only they were not so detailed and colorful. The artist's sewing technique was definitely a success!
The next chapter is building a product drawing, so if you are used to Burda being always ready-made patterns, it's time to grab a ruler and a pencil and sit down at your desk to master the art of drawing! The first step is taking measurements, which is clearly demonstrated on the painted young lady of elven beauty and physique.
What is very convenient - a separate compressed table gives constructive increases "for free fit" in various areas.
We will master the design, according to tradition, from drawing a straight skirt, after which we can proceed to modeling, for example, with an extension along the bottom line or on a curly yoke. According to the same scheme, you can further study the construction and modeling of trousers and a jacket, after which we proceed to cutting. Particular attention in this section is paid to the layout of the patterns on the fabric, which, no doubt, is no less important than the design.
A separate large section - fit and correction of defects. There are many simple and visual schemes without unnecessary "water", so if necessary, you can easily and quickly find the desired special case.
Perhaps one of the most interesting sections of the book can be called Chapter 6, which is called "Techniques and Technologies" and includes very diverse subtleties: hand seams, machine seams (each with a simple and visual diagram and a detailed description), methods for processing sections, types of fasteners , folds, sleeves, belts, collars from removable to fancy - in a word, a huge number of details that you cannot do without if you really want to learn how to sew.
The final chapter is directly related to a nice bonus that comes with the book - at the end on the flyleaf, patterns of a skirt, trousers and a jacket in sizes 42-52 are enclosed in a cardboard pocket. These are basic models without frills, so novice craftswomen will be able to immediately put their new knowledge into practice.
The last few pages of the publication are a classic instruction for these patterns, but with one convenient feature - the text of the instruction contains page numbers where you can read more about how to make certain knots.
The book, despite its relatively small size, is very informative, and the patterns will definitely please those who are just starting to master the art of sewing!
Sewing is an area of needlework that any person, with due diligence and desire, can master in a fairly short time, even at home. The ability to sew has always been admired by people, regardless of culture, era and standard of living. Everyone who was lucky enough to be your relative or acquaintance will be happy to witness your talent and receive from you a thing sewn by the hands of a craftswoman. When you make a really beautiful, stylish, and also useful thing in everyday life with your own hands, it always brings a sense of satisfaction and pride in your work. When you see that things made with your own hands bring joy to people, inspiration appears and you want to do even more and better.
Things become more unique if the craftswoman not only invests effort in making the product, but also shows imagination and innovation. By this, she shows herself not only as an excellent seamstress, but also in some way as a fashion designer and designer. However, over time, when friends begin to order more and more things from you, a natural question arises, how can you not only enjoy and bring joy to others with the help of your hobby, but also receive a well-deserved return - earnings?
Can you make money sewing? What are the prices for this or that thing? How long does it take to make it? If you approach this matter responsibly and seriously, then after a while you can earn good money on your hobby! At the same time, you will not feel that you are working, but will enjoy the process of creating things. The Chinese philosopher and sage Confucius said: "Choose a job you love, and you will not have to work a single day in your life." Working to your liking is just your hobby, that is, your favorite pastime.
However, in order to start making money on your hobby, you need to understand one simple law of the market: do what the buyer wants, and then your things will be in demand and in demand. In other words, explore the niche that interests you, try to follow the trends in fashion and design, get ideas from different sources: magazines, exhibitions, catalogs, follow the news and novelties in the world of needlework. You can also subscribe to relevant catalogs and periodicals so you don't waste time looking for ideas and inspiration. There are a huge number of thematic sites on the Internet dedicated to needlework, sewing and decor.
Separately, it is worth noting that in this case, you will need not only online fashion magazines, but also, for example, online clothing stores, and first of all, these will be foreign boutiques. In your collection of useful resources, you can add not only elite online clothing stores, but also various large Chinese stock sites. When making a product, try at first to find things that do not require a long time for sewing and unnecessary labor and material costs. At the same time, you can use your imagination to bring something new and unusual to the item, adding, for example, exclusive decor, inventing a special style, etc.
Most likely, you will sew clothes for the women's wardrobe, and if you suddenly have to take up tailoring men's clothes, then it will be mostly denim or business classic suits. Craftswomen do not really welcome this industry, since there is little scope for imagination here and it is difficult to add something new. However, if you manage to find a qualitatively new look at the men's wardrobe, then there will be no price for you - the niche here is quite free.
In addition, bright and beautiful budget children's things that are made to order are in special demand. After all, any mother wants her child to be special, so she will try to buy him exclusive, but inexpensive things. In this regard, it would be nice to think about doing not only sewing clothes, but also try yourself in other related areas: such as making unusual bedding sets, various accessories for various holidays and festivals, household items, kitchens, bedrooms, living room, hallway. Prepare a spectacular presentation of such things with bright and catchy photos on the Internet - this will definitely attract potential buyers!
In the end, if you seriously decided to start your own business, then first of all you should find out the details and nuances of the process of starting your own business. And, of course, in this case it will not do without contacting the company for registration of legal entities, registration of individual entrepreneurs. This is what will allow you to run your business legally and give you some financial advantages.
