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Should You Learn To Sew?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Learning to sew takes time and equipment. A super short history of sewing. In many parts of the US, people learned to sew as part of their life skills – from parents or family or schools. Although Mom didn’t sew much (she did mend), she made sure I took Home Ec in high school. Clothing is cheap, sewing is not.

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Q&A | cinnamon, SIM, jeans, and grocery spending

The Frugal Girl

Kristen, I have a sewing question. I was planning to cut a patch from a ripped pair of no longer worn jeans and then hand sew it from the inside out. I don’t know how to use a sewing machine so hand sewing it is. Now, I regularly stop in at Safeway (decidedly NOT the cheapest grocery store!), Your thoughts?

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No Sew Fleece Throw Kits, Only $9.99 at Joann!

For the Mommas

No Sew Fleece Throw Kits, Only $9.99 Joann has No Sew Fleece Throw Kits marked down to $9.99 Choose in-store pick up where available to save on shipping charges. This no-sew throw fabric is made of 100% polyester fleece for warmth and coziness with a 48 inches width. The post No Sew Fleece Throw Kits, Only $9.99

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Walmart.com: Singer Sewing Basket $19.99 (Reg $26)

For the Mommas

Walmart.com: Singer Sewing Basket $19.99 (Reg $26) Keep all your essential sewing tools in one beautifully compact sewing basket! Walmart.com has Singer Sewing Basket for $19.99 (Reg $25.64). Choose in-store pick up to save on shipping charges.

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Walmart.com: Michley 100-Piece Sewing Kit $4.50 (Reg $11.05)

For the Mommas

Walmart.com: Michley 100-Piece Sewing Kit $4.50 (Reg $11.05) Walmart has Michley 100-Piece Sewing Kit for $4.50 (Reg $11.05). Choose in store pick up to save on shipping charges. This set works well as a beginner sewing kit, because it contains […].

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Brother 17-Stitch Full-size Sewing Machine – $44.99

Saving With Shellie

Have you been wanting to get into sewing? Check out this Brother 17-Stitch Full-size Sewing Machine for just 4 4.99. Start exploring the creative possibilities of sewing with this exceptionally easy to use, full size sewing machine. The post Brother 17-Stitch Full-size Sewing Machine – $44.99

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Brother 20-Stitch Sewing Machine $49.97

For the Mommas

Handle everyday sewing and alterations with ease with the Brother LS2400 20-Stitch sewing machine that is available at Walmart for only $49.97 with free store pick-up available. Brother 20-Stitch Sewing Machine , LS2400 features: Easy bobbin winder. Built-in free arm for sewing cuffs and sleeves. Built-in handle.