Sewing income & home alterations

Sewing and home alterations

Sewing income? Perhaps you have never thought of it like that but why not profit from your skills? It may come as a surprise to discover that very few younger women can, or indeed want to, sew. Probably evidence of them growing up in a more affluent age than we did, and also one which has a far more 'throw-away' attitude.

What sort of work is involved? Mostly altering hemlines and shortening trouser leg lengths! It never ceases to amaze me how people will buy clothes without bothering about the right fit, or the fact that they will buy a new pair of jeans for, say, £4.00 and then pay £5.00 to have them altered. "Now't so queer as Folk" as my old Gran would say. The other regular task seems to be replacing zips - fiddly work! Nevertheless, sewing income is there in plenty if you want it.

Go about getting work in our usual fashion. Postcards in your local shops and perhaps a mention in your church or parish magazine. This is one of those 'word of mouth' - or viral marketing as the smart kids now call it - opportunities where people pass your name on to friends and the circle keeps on growing. Be warned, you may have to limit the number of jobs you take on.

Does it pay? I suggest you aim for an hourly rate in line with the National minimum - say something in the order of £5.00 - £6.00 an hour. It is quiet work, done in your own time and at your own pace. That can't be bad.........

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