Sewing vs. Sewing for Sewcial Media – What No One Tells You

Sewing is a craft. Sewing for social media is an entirely different skill set. Once upon a time, I sewed purely for the love of making—choosing fabrics I adored, taking my time with every stitch, and finishing projects at my own pace. Then, somewhere along the way, content creation crept in. Suddenly, I found myself choosing projects that would “do well” online, stressing over lighting for progress shots, and feeling guilty when a make didn’t get the engagement I hoped for.

Sound familiar? In this post, I’m diving into the often unspoken side of sewing in the age of social media—how it shapes what we make, how we share, and even how we feel about our own creativity. Whether you’re feeling uninspired, overwhelmed, or just curious about how others navigate “sewcial” pressures, let’s talk about what no one tells you about sewing vs. sewing for social media.