To combat the clothing dilemma, I've spent a few days on youtube and taught myself how to sew. I've taken in and shortened a ton of my old clothes to extend the life of my fat stuff and now my medium-fat stuff. I had a stark discussion with the Mrs. when I made a reference to my "sewing pile" the other day and how much time I am spending at the machine.

Mind you, the Mrs. had a raised eyebrow at first, but has fully embraced it now that I've altered a number of her clothes as well. Had I know how fun (and easy) this was, I would have made a different career choice years ago.

Oh you should take orders Hehe

I wish I had a sewing machine...I wouldn't know how to use it but buying new clothes constantly is hurting the wallet!!

What a great idea! I've always wanted to learn to sew...

It's never too late for a career change

Seamstress pays so little LOL And what would you be??? Seamster? heh heh

I have about 30 quilts down in my sewing room that need to be finished (I'm a fabulous starter!) so if your pile gets low, please let me know and I'll be happy to sneak a couple on top!

I was just talking to someone about sewing. I now have the sewing room of my dream, and when I was postpartum I didn't get depressed...I got expensive (bought three very very high quality machines in one day once) so now that room just sits there...I keep adding fabric but haven't made anything in seven years and I refuse to mend clothing because then DH and DS would expect it LOL

I hope your new addiction includes a quality machine. It's so much more fun to sew with good tools!

taught myself how to sew.

hey dude, you are a man after my own heart!!!

taking the initiative, learning how to sew. good for you!!!!

I don't know how to sew - would love to learn, but....looks like too much work!!! when you come down to it, i'm basically lazy about stuff like that

big kudos on learning how to take in your "fat" clothes. - why buy new when you can alter great looking possibly expensive stuff, right?????

that being said - treat yourself to some new stuff too, you deserve rewards

I don't "think" men care that much about new clothes, shopping et al. (could be wrong)

but...of course "even for you guys" , showing off your new and improved body with new clothes,thats gotta be a great feeling

you guys can also "strutt your stuff"

btw geno - i see you are pushing that door successfully to enter the century club soon - good for you

but......don't run/knock me over please - i'm down 97 lbs ,( having trouble fixing my ticker ) i want to get into the club too!!!!

congrats on your weight loss

WooHoo

My husband swears by male tailors. Good for you for finding a cheaper option!

Loved reading your post...I commend you on your thriftiness, and craftiness! I have a machine and have made a few pillows, curtains and costumes..you've inspired me to try my clothing!

Yeah, it works for a while. I had a fav shirt, soft as silk and oh so warm and comfy, we took it in once, the next time it was going to put the breast pocket somewhere under my armpit so I had to toss it. Hated that!

Yeah' date=' it works for a while. I had a fav shirt, soft as silk and oh so warm and comfy, we took it in once, the next time it was going to put the breast pocket somewhere under my armpit so I had to toss it. Hated that![/quote']

LOL this is how you identify a thrifty sleever on the street

I used to make all of my & my children's clothes. Necessity is the mother of invention Being a tailor is an old and honorable profession. Even the Apostle Paul was a tent maker !

I did the same thing! And 44lbs down I can still wear the same 'fat' clothes. They will do now for another few pounds and then it will be time for a few new items.

Way to go on learning to sew!