September is National Sewing Month

Back in 1982, then-President Ronald Reagan signed Proclamation #4976, declaring September as National Sewing Month:

Tens of millions of Americans sew at home. Their efforts demonstrate the industry, the skill and the self-reliance which are so characteristic of this Nation.

In recognition of the importance of home sewing to our economy the Congress has, by Senate Joint Resolution 205, designated September, 1982, as National Sewing Month.

Now, Therefore, I, Ronald Reagan, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim September, 1982, as National Sewing Month. I call upon the people of the United States to observe this month with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

In Witness Whereof I have hereunto set my hand this 24th day of Sept. in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eightytwo, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and seventh.

Ronald Reagan

Currently, two organizations – The American Sewing Guild (ASG) and Sewing & Craft Alliance (SCA) – keep this month-long celebration going by encouraging sewers new and old to pick up a needle and get sewing. Sewing is definitely seeing a resurgence. From creativity to thriftiness to therapy, there are as many reasons for sewing as there are sewers. During the month of September, sewing retailers, machine manufacturers, teachers and sewing groups offer promotions, specials, classes, challenges and more from coast to coast.

The National Sewing Month website offers a wealth of information for anyone interested in learning to sew, honing her skills, or taking on this year's sewing challenge to Reuse, Remake, Restyle. Prizes include sewing equipment, fabric, sewing notions and tools, and more. So get sewing!

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