Today I want to share some ideas that might help beginner sewists along the way. These are 15 things I wish I knew when I started sewing.
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If you’re ready to learn to sew and you already have a good sewing machine, while there’s a learning curve, getting started is easier than you think.
If I could go back in time, this is what I would tell myself before I started sewing. I could have learned more and had more sewing success.
Sewing patterns are a gateway to sewing, but first you have to get past the envelope! Here's tips for how to read a sewing pattern and avoid frustration.
Sewing terms are important once you introduce yourself into the world of sewing, this way, you can be more vocal and conversational about your new projects.
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Hand stitching is an essential sewing skill every sewer should possess and master. This basic sewing skill is still very useful to many advanced projects.
Sewing is often a slow process. It is so easy to let your imagination wander when you are choosing a design for your new dress, or fabric and a pattern to use in your next project. It takes a lot of time also to prepare the pattern, to cut the fabric, to sew all seams and press them. And usually we can’t sew all day long. So I am always looking for ways to be more efficient and sew faster. I don’t want to stay with one project for a few weeks, I noticed actually that the less time it takes from an idea to the result the more I am enjoying the process and I am also more satisfied with my garment. Over the years I discovered many ways to sew faster and to get professional results. I am going to share them with you in this list.
Here are some of the most important lessons I picked up in my first year of sewing. This isn't an exhaustive list, but these are some of the things that I struggled with or that confused me at first. These tips and tricks should help a beginner who is just learning to sew.
Do sewing pattern symbols and lines look overwhelming? Are measurement guides confusing? Learn how to read sewing patterns with this ultimate
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Dive into the world of sewing machine needles. Understand the various types available and their specific uses, from denim to stretch, twin to sharps.
Sewing is often a slow process. It is so easy to let your imagination wander when you are choosing a design for your new dress, or fabric and a pattern to use in your next project. It takes a lot of time also to prepare the pattern, to cut the fabric, to sew all seams and press them. And usually we can’t sew all day long. So I am always looking for ways to be more efficient and sew faster. I don’t want to stay with one project for a few weeks, I noticed actually that the less time it takes from an idea to the result the more I am enjoying the process and I am also more satisfied with my garment. Over the years I discovered many ways to sew faster and to get professional results. I am going to share them with you in this list.
Easy sewing projects are best for beginners. They contain simple patterns, clear instructions, and straight lines. It's great if they don't use a lot of fabric too. Many of these simple sewing projects can be
Are you having trouble sewing straight lines on your sewing machine? Here are all the things I wish I'd known when I started learning to sew.
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I often get a question from my readers - how to sew straight? In this guide, I will show you how to easily keep stitching lines straight. I will talk about topstitching mostly because keeping seam allowances equal is a different topic. Have you ever had problems with crooked stitching lines? I bet you had. Even intermediate sewists are struggling sometimes to do it and had to rip and redo stitching. But sewing in a straight line is much simpler than you think. And I want to help you to sew straight every time.
Children CAN learn how to sew! This post includes a variety of activities to introduce the concept of sewing to young children.
Learn how to sew buttonholes 3 ways - with a one step stitch on a sewing machine, freehand on a sewing machine, or sewing by hand.
Five basic hand sewing stitches all sewers NEED to KNOW. Even if you sew mostly by machine, you'll need to know these stitches for many projects.
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Hello sew-friends! It’s the start of a new year, which as usual has us thinking about starting new projects, learning new skills and maybe even venturing into new hobbies. So, for those of you who are just starting your sewing journeys, I thought it would be helpful to roundup some of my most helpfu
Sewing tricks from professional seamstresses. Your sewing is about to get easier and more efficient. Grab a project to test them out!
Here is a very interesting sewing tutorial for your sewing projects. Learn how to sew with the bobbin thread in the needle. Find out why you may need to do it.
Learn sewing secrets that every beginner should know. These sewing tips will save you time and frustration!
Commercial sewing patterns can be hard to understand. Learn how to read a sewing pattern with these easy steps. Each part is broken down into simple terms.
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Practical tips and tricks to Teaching Kids to Sew. It isn't as hard as it sounds and kids will love to learn to sew with these great teaching kids to sew
I often get a question from my readers - how to sew straight? In this guide, I will show you how to easily keep stitching lines straight. I will talk about topstitching mostly because keeping seam allowances equal is a different topic. Have you ever had problems with crooked stitching lines? I bet you had. Even intermediate sewists are struggling sometimes to do it and had to rip and redo stitching. But sewing in a straight line is much simpler than you think. And I want to help you to sew straight every time.
In this article I'm sharing how I got started sewing, my favourite patterns and fabric stores, and my top 5 beginner sewing tips.
You might be making one or more of these Sewing Mistakes. Learn how to fix them quickly and what to do instead.
Learn more about fabric types and how to use them for garments and upholstery through this guide. This will help you know your craft better.
This is a tutorial that will teach you how to sew with your hand. Here you will learn how to do a running stitch, back stitch, slip stitch, and more
How to Sew a Four-hole Button by Hand. Repair damaged clothing quickly and effortlessly. Easy hand-sewn tutiorial. How to Sew a Four-hole Button by Hand
Want to learn to sew? Come learn to sew online with my FREE sewing course for beginners! You'll learn how to sew clothes, from simple sewing techniques ...
Dive into the world of sewing machine needles. Understand the various types available and their specific uses, from denim to stretch, twin to sharps.
This sewing for beginners class will teach you all of the basic sewing skills you'll need to start sewing your own projects! Learning how to sew home decor projects is an easy way to decorate your home on a budget.
Here are some of the most important lessons I picked up in my first year of sewing. This isn't an exhaustive list, but these are some of the things that I struggled with or that confused me at first. These tips and tricks should help a beginner who is just learning to sew.
Hand stitching is an essential sewing skill every sewer should possess and master. This basic sewing skill is still very useful to many advanced projects.
Hello sew-friends! It’s the start of a new year, which as usual has us thinking about starting new projects, learning new skills and maybe even venturing into new hobbies. So, for those of you who are just starting your sewing journeys, I thought it would be helpful to roundup some of my most helpfu
