SEPTEMBER IS NATIONAL SEWING MONTH

National Sewing Month takes place every year in September. Ronald Reagan proclaimed in 1982, marking the start of the day. There has always existed a skill that improves the aesthetics of our homes, shields us from every weather, and ensures we have a good night’s sleep even in the coldest weather. Sewing is that skill. National Sewing Month is celebrated to honor this artistic practice that fashions our bodies and adorns our homes all year. So, grab your needles and start sewing.

HISTORY OF NATIONAL SEWING MONTH

National Sewing Month honors an inventive method of self-expression that we not only commemorate in September but enjoy throughout the year. Sewing goes back to 25,000 B.C., also recognized as the Upper Paleolithic Age. Sewing was utilized to make clothing and shelter during this period. The first materials were mostly animal hides and plant leaves. Initially, threading was done with thin strips of animal hide. Furthermore, bone and ivory were used as the first types of needles.

Most people associate sewing with Thomas Saint’s discovery of the sewing machine in 1750. Isaac Singer improved on the existing device in 1851. Singer’s prototype eventually became the industry norm for what we now call a sewing machine. Sewing was done by hand until the 19th century. Sewing societies became popular in the 1860s.

Sewing may appear to be a dying trade, but it is still absolutely loved by individuals from various walks of life. Millions of people around the world enjoy the hobby of sewing. Sewing can assist you in clearing your mind of daily hassles, allowing you to appreciate the simple things in life.

Creating quilts, clothing, and other masterpieces will always bring you self-satisfaction. Sewing is a fun activity to do alone or with friends, whether you sew from scratch, alter clothing, or repurpose your wardrobe.

NATIONAL SEWING MONTH ACTIVITY

1. Visit a local quilt or fabric shop

Take advantage of this opportunity to indulge your passion by purchasing something new, or enjoy window shopping with future projects in mind. The holidays are quickly approaching, and people adore homemade gifts.

2. Sew for a good cause

A handcrafted and stitched gift could be saved for a birthday, the holidays, or just given as a token of appreciation. If there are no children around, think about making something for your favorite animal or a nearby charity. Several organizations will gladly accept your donations of sewing projects.

WHY SEWING IS IMPORTANT

It helps us to be creative

Sewing is one of those creative outlets where your imagination is your only limitation.  With a sewing machine, you can make almost any type of clothing or home décor.

It has health benefits

Over time, sewing relaxes the joints in the fingers and makes them more agile. Sewing is calming; it can help you maintain a more constant heart rate, lower blood pressure, and produce less sweat. If you concentrate on sewing, it has relaxing benefits that can help you cope with stress.

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