My answers to the 20 Sewing Questions

Описание: Today I’m joining in on the #20SewingQuestions that’s been going around the sewing community (from ​⁠​⁠‪@LostMyThread‬ / ​⁠​⁠‪@sewinginmichigan‬ )!
In this video, I answer all 20 questions about my sewing habits as well as everything from pattern use to fabric preferences.

If you’ve ever wondered how other sewists do things, this is the video for you!
Plus—feel free to answer along in the comments, I’d love to hear your responses ☺️

🪡 The 20 Questions I Answer:
1 How do you feel about using a new pattern?
2 Do you remake / mend?
3 Do you make toiles / mockups?
4 How do you feel about prewashing fabric?
5 Do you finish your seams, and how?
6 What is your favorite sewing activity?
7 Your least favorite?
8 Stash fabric or new fabric?
9 Are pockets a must?
10 Knits or wovens?
11 Favourite fasteners? Or no fasteners?
12 Sewing for self or others?
13 YouTube or Instagram?
14 Dresses or separates?
15 How do you “get rid of” / pass on me-makes?
16 Quick sew or involved sew?
17 Social or solitary?
18 Do you have a dedicated space?
19 Labels or no?
20 Percentage of me-made vs ready-to-wear?

✅ What You’ll Get in This Video:
💬My honest answers to each question
💬 Some surprises (even for me!)
💬 Tips I’ve picked up along the way
💬 How knowing your own sewing style helps you pick patterns, fabrics, and plan projects

🥳I would love for you to join the fun:
Do you want to answer these questions too? I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments—especially on questions 9, 16, & 20!

🧵Don’t forget the Sarah Wide Sleeve Sweater pattern is currently on SALE at Ellie and Mac!
Here is my link*: https://www.ellieandmac.com/products/...
*Affiliate link
Sale dates - 10th September to the 16th September 2025

🔍 Related:
Link to Lost My Thread’s #20SewingQuestions video:
   • 20 Sewing Questions #20sewingquestions  

Link to Sewing in Michigan’s #20SewingQuestions video:
   • 20 questions for sewists! I want to hear y...  

Also mentioned:
​⁠‪@SoSarahSewed‬
​⁠‪@darncheapfabrics9367‬
My refashion video:    • Refashioning 2 Unworn Handmade Dresses int...  

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