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In reply to the discussion: Joann Fabrics and Crafts files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy [View all]I took sewing lessons in 1959 in the attic of a lovely lady from Europe with two other friends. The first thing we learned was how to deconstruct a mans shirt and save almost everything. We saved the buttons and all the fabric for future projects. We learned how to take out a hem, saving as much thread as possible. We made a skirt and vest without a purchased pattern. When I had my daughter I made almost everything she wore until she was about 9. I made my wedding dress, maid of honor dress and my daughters flower girl dress - she was four. Im still sewing at 77. Sometimes when I close my eyes I can see the attic as if Im there again.
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I would never order fabric online. I want to feel and weigh it with my hands.
sinkingfeeling
Mar 19
#43
EXACTLY!!! My mom taught me how to sew from childhood and I LOVED Joann's...THAT being said
The_REAL_Ecumenist
Mar 19
#27