My At-Home Activity Has Been Sewing, and These Are the 5 Products I Use

Published on 3/23/2020 at 7:05 PM

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As soon as I started spending all my time at home, I knew I needed a hobby to keep me busy. I'm an anxious person, so having activities that keep my mind occupied is so helpful. I have always loved fashion and interior design, so learning how to sew was a skill that I knew I'd use regularly. I took one sewing class a couple months ago and absolutely loved it. Sewing is a creative outlet, but there's structure to it that keeps my mind occupied.

I immediately bought a sewing machine recommended by my sewing teacher (good news: it's pink!). The more I sew, the more supplies and products I've learned are necessary for success. So far, I've made several pillows and a springy wrap top. Next up, I'm working on a skirt. I feel so at peace and that I'm doing something productive when I create something new.

If you're looking to gain a new skill, there are tons of great YouTube videos on sewing that will help you get started. Read on to see all the products I use, then get them for yourself. You'll be making cool stuff in no time.

Things I've Created With My Sewing Machine

Among several things, two items I particularly enjoyed sewing were new pillows for my sofa and a wrap top.

Janome Pink Sorbet Easy-to-Use Sewing Machine

This Janome Pink Sorbet Easy-to-Use Sewing Machine ($106) comes in pink or mint green and it's great for beginners. I have found it very well-made and easy to use. Plus, the price is really good without sacrificing quality.

Janome Pink Sorbet Easy-to-Use Sewing Machine

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$106

Marcoon Sewing Kit

This Marcoon Sewing Kit ($16) will give you everything you could possibly need including thread, pins, scissors, a seam ripper, and lots more.

Marcoon Sewing Kit

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$16

Metal Tubing Desk

I like this Metal Tubing Desk ($149, originally $179) because I can get close to the sewing machine, but it's long enough that the fabric can lay on it. I store all my supplies underneath it in bins.