These are my top 14 tips I wish someone told me (or I wish I really took the time to listen to!) about sewing when I was just a beginner! Don’t wait to learn the hard way!
0:00 Intro
1:46 There are all kinds of different needles for different fabrics!
2:09 Change your needle
2:44 Don’t be scared of cutting the fabric
3:24 That’s its ok to make mistakes
4:21 Take your time, its not a race
5:03 Patterns need to be adjusted to fit your body
6:19 Clean your machine
7:34 Take a break
8:18 Sewing is so much more than learning to use your machine
8:57 Pining is important
10:07 Test everything
11:05 How important pressing is
12:52 How important grainline is
13:37 It’s not a race, slow down
14:21 My thoughts
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Yes! Cut to the chase Lady!!! But ya, they’re all doing this for a living now. Influencing. Ugghh.
#3 – when you start with secondhand and unwanted fabric also makes me feel better, not just in preparing for more valuable fabric but also for sustainability reasons!
I am here for the first time.
“Sewist”?? Must be a British term. Across the pond (U.S.) we just say, “Tailor”.
Your videos and your vintage look are such a joy. I learn so much from watching. Thank you