I've been thinking, and I'll admit that this is somewhat fueled by watching Project Runway and thinking about Halloween costumes. But, in all seriousness, I have decided that I want to learn how to sew.
My main reasoning behind this is that I really want to MAKE things. However, I'm not creative enough to write or compose, I'm not patient enough to pick up knitting again, and I don't have the hand-eye coordination necessary for drawing or painting. And I really want to do something practical, where I have a clear reminder of my accomplishments. Combine that with the innate fabulousness of clothing, and I think we have a clear winner for a choice of hobby.
The cost doesn't seem to be TOO prohibitive; most beginner sewing machines seem to be in the $100-200 range. Of course, I'll have to keep buying things like fabric and thread and whatnot. In the end, though, it'll probably be way cheaper than video games, so I'll consider it money well spent. And if I ever get good enough that I don't have to buy as many clothes (not that I really need any more anyway), that'll be a bonus.
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ooh, I heartily support this. I can understand the need to have some sort of creative outlet, and sewing is a very useful one. that would be awesome if you just started making your own clothes and stuff. maybe you could be on like, the 25th season of pr as an inspirational story. :)
haha, i'll be on in order to promote and launch my line of designer labcoats and safety glasses
actually, in all seriousness, i've wanted to make flattering labcoats for a while, because they're always big and ugly
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