Lose a button? Bust a seam? Need a little hem on the cuffs to make those pants look right? Learn basic sewing skills and you can save money on replacing your clothing by fixing them instead! And it doesn’t stop there - you can make your own curtains, napkins, placemats, and so much more! A sewing machine in the right hands is a very frugal investment.

Don’t despair - does sewing just never work out for you? I know how you feel, and I have the scars on my thumbs from wayward needles to prove it. Find a good tailor, and make them your friend. I am very short, and need both the sleeves and legs of every taekwondo uniform I have ever worn shortened. By finding a tailor to do it for me, I save myself a lot of frustration, and I don’t have to find a way to special-order tiny pants. A good tailor will cost less than replacing an item that isn’t quite right.

This frugal tip provided by paidtwice of I’ve Paid For This Twice Already…

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