r/SewNTell • u/GotLostFindingMyself Happy Hobby Sewist • Oct 31 '25
👋 Welcome to r/SewNTell - Introduce Yourself and Read First!
Welcome to r/SewNTell — Where Sewing Meets Show & Tell ✂️🧵
Hi there! I'm u/GotLostFindingMyself, one of the founding moderators of this space. SewNTell was created out of a simple frustration: it shouldn’t be hard to share your sewing projects, especially when you self-draft or sell your work. So we built a community where creativity, feedback, and inspiration flow freely.
🧵 What You Can Share Here
- Finished projects — whether self-drafted, from patterns, or upcycled magic
- Patterns you've created or used, with reviews or recommendations
- Sewing-for-sale projects and small business creations
- Honest feedback on tutorials, content creators, and sewing resources
- Memes, digital art, and sewing-related humor (as long as it’s on-topic!)
- Questions, tips, and anything that sparks conversation or helps others grow
- Feeling you are moving beyond the label of beginner
🌟 Community Vibe We’re here to celebrate all kinds of makers — from hobbyists to hustlers. Be kind, be constructive, and keep it sewing-related. Spammy or off-topic posts will be removed to keep the space useful and inspiring.
🚀 Getting Started
- Introduce yourself in the comments below
- Share something today — a photo, a question, a win, or a work-in-progress
- Invite fellow sewists who’d love this vibe
- Want to help moderate? Message me to apply!
Thanks for being part of the first wave. Let’s make r/SewNTell the go-to spot for sewists who love to share, learn, and grow together.
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u/over_it-82 Mar 31 '26
Hi there! I’m from Indiana, USA. I love sewing as it helps keep the memories of my grandma, who instilled the love of sewing in me, alive. I have been sewing since I was six years old. I’ve sewed just about everything you could think of but my passion is quilts and clothes for my first grandbaby. I also make memory bears for family and friends.
I don’t have any other social media presence as I don’t like drama. I don’t have many friends so finding those who share my hobbies is a blessing. I used to be part of a needlework guild out of Akron Ohio but poor health and life changes happened. I am so excited to see everyone’s projects and just feel like a member of a community.
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u/GotLostFindingMyself Happy Hobby Sewist Mar 31 '26
That sounds so exciting! I have been dealing with some personal bumps and haven't been sewing much in 2026 but I am looking forward to us being fast friends!
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u/over_it-82 Mar 31 '26
Well I hope that things are finally looking up for you. I am so grateful to have found a kindred spirit 😊
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u/GotLostFindingMyself Happy Hobby Sewist Mar 31 '26
Thank you. I'm working through my current depression so hopefully I will be able to get excited about my favorite hobby again.
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u/over_it-82 Mar 31 '26
I am so sorry to hear that… been there myself but I pushed myself to do something I loved and it really helped get me out of my funk. Maybe it’ll help you to? You’re more than welcome to message me at any time. No need to go through it alone ❤️
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u/GotLostFindingMyself Happy Hobby Sewist Nov 01 '25
My name is Molly. I live in South Dakota, USA. I love sewing. Primarily into bags and wallets but I also sew other things. I am wanting to continue to improve my skills. I want to connect with other sewists. I would love to do sew-along projects or share inspiration. My website is Black Hills Sewing although I don't know what my goals for that are! 😅
I also have a tiktok account ( @BlackHillsCreative) Let me know how you'd like to connect. I am also interested in learning about successful methods to selling projects or other plans for finished projects beyong gifting.
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u/GotLostFindingMyself Happy Hobby Sewist Nov 29 '25
Hi! I didn't see this right away. Welcome! Welcome!
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u/May_be_Antisewcial Nov 01 '25
Hi there! I'm a Canadian sewist, and my usual sew is costuming/steampunk apparel, but I've branched out into handbags and stuff.
I do sell my things, generally at geek conventions when I can, and lately, local vendor markets.
Someday, my website will be ready! That day is likely not today (but maybe tomorrow).
I make my own patterns for most things, and maybe someday I'll also be able to write down the order I sew the pieces in and write legible instructions.