For many, learning to sew exposed long-standing flaws in fast fashion – poor fits, inferior fabrics, and monotonous designs
2-MIN READ2-MINZoey ZhangPublished: 6:37pm, 25 Sep 2026Frustrated by low-quality materials, careless craftsmanship, and escalating prices, some young women in China are taking matters into their own hands by learning to sew their own underwear, accessories, and handbags.
This summer, a surge of sewing enthusiasts flocked to RedNote to showcase their handmade creations.
Many beginners embarked on their journey with underwear, assuming it would be a straightforward first project due to its minimal fabric requirements.
However, they quickly encountered the complexities of working with stretchy materials that are challenging to cut and tend to curl at the edges.
