How To Start A Sewing Business

With the economy as it is, many people are now wanting to reduce their clothing costs and make their current wardrobe last longer in order to cut expenses. If you enjoy sewing, you can start a work at home sewing business and make extra money for yourself.

How to get started?

1. Get a business license.
As a business owner, you can take several tax deductions and you’ll have access to wholesale sewing supplies.

2. Decide what your niche will be.
You can specialize in clothing alterations, making costumes, making clothing, wedding gowns, formal wear, home décor, etc.

3. Set up your workspace.
Set up your sewing machine, install storage bins or racks for your materials, keep an inventory and organize your supplies.

4. Decide on prices.
You can charge a certain price per task, charge a flat fee, or charge by the hour.

5. Advertise your services.
Advertise your sewing business in your local newspaper. Give out flyers or business cards to people you know and leave them in fabric shops, beauty salons and cleaners. Join some women’s networking clubs.

Turn your sewing skills into a profitable sewing business. Do something that you love in your own home and make money at the same time.