I have been attempting to teach myself to sew for almost 2 years. In that time I have subscribed to so many sewing courses but they all speak like I'm just suppose to know all these sewing terms and should already know all the basics. (In a way I do because like alot of girls, I had a grandmother who was always sitting a sewing machine and attempting to teach me.) YOU are now my TH-cam Sewing mentor. I love how you speak slowly and clearly for those of us who are constantly pausing and writing these things down. Thank you so much for creating these videos!!!!!!
Yes, learning to sew, there's a whole new language involved. The massive amount of vocabulary and how each technique can be used is overwhelming but after watching so many different videos from different people, I am slowly starting to grasp what things mean!
Up until this point, I've had a sewing machine sitting at home but was too intimidated to use it. This video has literally given me the confidence to give it a try. Thank you so much xx
Wow thank you ! What a wonderful teacher, I’m a beginner at the age of 57 😄 and you have taught me so much in one tutorial your great had to subscribe 😉
this is by far the best intro sewing video ive seen. to the point but still descriptive enough, shows all the basics in detail. just perfect thank you!
Wow, this was perfect. As a person that hasn't sewed in a while you really helped refresh my memory with these basics. Great work and thank you so much!
Thank you for explaining this in such a succinct and respectful way. I didn't think I would need all this information as a beginner, but it all helps me realize what a beginner can do. I'm tired of people recommending I just make pillowcases. I hope I soon become as confident as you with diving in and making cuts and stitches instead of stressing out over each minor step of the process. You're an inspiration!
You have a great voice and make it sounds like a breeze, however, your techniques are superb. Thank you for your time and encouragement. I will tuning in again. thanks.
Thank you so so much for this video! I really needed something to really go into the basics of using a sewing machine and your video was just perfect- you're clear and confident, easy to follow, and I also appreciate that you show how to hem and make ruffles as well. I bought a sewing machine and just opened it yesterday and now I feel less lost about where to begin lol
I recently bought a sewing machine and I am grateful I found your channel because I want to teach myself to sew and hopefully with time I will teach my daughter too.
Hey! Actually there is a tiny metal wire loop next to the base of the needle (seen at 4:23) , that you should loop the thread through to keep it more parallel to the needle (and i guess less prone to snapping). Hope that helps!
Thank you for mentioning this. I’m new to sewing and have watched several videos and thought that that loop had been skipped but wasn’t sure. Glad to know I wasn’t crazy. 👍
My mom got me a Janome Magnolia for Christmas and I'm so excited to start making and altering my own clothes!!! This was soooo helpful, it's the basic parts everyone skips over in other tutorials.
This is so helpful! thank you! i just bought my first sewing machine last month after watching your videos for the past 2 years. you have really inspired me to design and upcycle my own clothes. much love from California
This is the best tutorial i could ever find. Ive been wanting to see for almost 2 years now but finding a good tutorial is difficult especially since i have adhd but this helped so much and im already so much better than i was a couple hours ago
Watching this with the subtitles on and still being able to learn because you taught at a pace that works with the subtitles. Thank you! Can't wait to make some Christmas presents soon!
I’ve had a sewing machine for years now and have always ending up avoiding it because it seemed too difficult and something kept going wrong. However, with the prices of clothes nowadays, I can’t keep emptying my closet just cause something doesn’t fit right or because my style has changed. This video really helped me in so many ways, I’m excited to try the whole sewing thing again and have something I can look back on when I’m having a little trouble. Thanks so much for the amazingly helpful content !!❤
Thank you so much for creating this video! I struggled to find videos on here that helped me understand the basics of sewing and you knocked it out of the park. Thank you!
This video helped me a lot. Now I have made my own shorts, scrunchie and zipper pouches. Next I’m planning to learn to upcycle my old clothes. Thank you so much for this video!
Just trying to learn how to sew and use my machine. I've had the machine for three years where it has been staring at me and saying 'don't come near me you clumsy ox, you will only sew your fingers together!' I've decided the sewing machine will not threaten me like that anymore 🤣😂 I've watched a few beginners sewing guides but yours has been the most straightforward and simplest to follow. I feel inspired to go and give that machine what for, rather than come away quivering and thinking wtf went on there? Thank you xx
This was super helpful! I haven’t sewn since studying textiles in school, finally got myself a sewing machine and hoping to get creative! Thank you for sharing.
That dress made out of a skirt is SO cute!! I'll be here, impatiently waiting for the thrift shops to open back up so I can try and make something similar 😁
Thank you so much for the well explained video with so much details finally I now understand, however am having a problem of overcoming my fear of being injured by the sewing machine needle is any help on that would be greatly appreciated
Thank you for this!!! What a great tutorial for beginners!! Best one I’ve seen! Can’t wait to start sewing. I’ve been wanting to upcycle clothes for so long now.
Oh my gosh thank you so much for this. There seems to be no in-between sewing videos for beginners. It’s all just basic tips and tools for getting started or first project videos. I’m not confident enough to start my first project because I have no idea what people are talking about! The terminology explanation here was so helpful as well as explaining hemming and seeming! And talking through what you were doing each step. You’re a blessing 🙏😂
but one special trick I learned before: if u use pins to fix your soam, use them the other way, left to right, instead of up to down. so u can just sew over them without ruining your stich :D
Great video. I've just got interested in sewing. I don't even have a machine yet, I'll be getting one soon to make curtains and cushions to start with. I want to be able to make box cushions for a nook I'm building. Subscribed.
This video was so helpful! I just dug my grandma's old sewing machine out of my parents basement to start doing some projects. I only have a little experience sewing on a machine so this is perfect!
This is wonderful! I learned a small amount from my great grandmother almost 50 years ago and have wanted to truly learn to alter my own garments since! I randomly looked at machines today and stumbled across your video. I feel comfortable purchasing one today after I find the one I love and will follow you learn:) My great grandmother would be impressed by your skills! Thank you!
I’m looking to start sewing clothes and stuff since I’m gonna be a stay at home dad for a few months, I’d love the idea of just hanging out with my daughter and making her clothes
That’s an interesting side effect of capitalism+clothing fire regulations! Baby & kids clothes is covered in stuff like that to signal they aren’t pajamas. Pajamas are subject to more restrictive fire regulations and manufacturers must jump through more hoops which is more expensive. So they put a lot of stuff on them to indicate they are not meant to be slept in, resulting in garish clothing.
I am a beginner to sewing and have a Singer model 2277 Traditions machine and did all I was suppose to do to begin sewing, but when I try to sew the thread isn't sewn into the material like it should. I tried it three times and will try once more after checking my threads and see if the machine will then sew properly. I love your video and how you sewed the items you used as examples and I hope to be doing the same thing soon.
My love for sewing started through my grandmother who sewed clothes and sold it. My mom sees a little too. I love sewing, I got a bit of items to start my path to become a master at sewing just like my grandmother.
this video is obviously quite old, however I need to say a big thank you to you! I am opening my own boutique online and my sewing skills are improving I'm getting a new sewing machine in a few weeks but I am so happy I found this video, this is the most well explained video out there and I am very happy with how you explained the steps. Big help thank you!!!
So much useful, and accessible information in one brief video. Thank you! You were able to take us along with you and make (almost)everything look achievable. Amazing! I'd just like the sound to be a little clearer, maybe a lapel rather than room mic, or the mic on the recorder? Just a thought, and thanks again!
I’m so glad I found your channel, I wanted to learn sewing because it’s cheaper and more customisable etc.. than simple fast fashion. Also, I could alter thrifted clothes! Can’t wait to start again
Hoooooly cow, threading the machine is a lot more complicated than I thought it would be. Wow. I was just gifted a Singer model 347 with its own table and I've always wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine. I did not expect just threading it to be so complicated. Goodness. Here's hoping I can get past that part so I can start sewing 😆
Thank you! I’ve just started sewing and this was amazing. I just don’t understand what you mean when you say to zig zag instead of using the overlock machine, how is it supposed to work? But still, thank you so much for the helpful advice🥰
This is such a great video, so clear and well laid out. I can see all the hard work that must have been put in! I've been sewing for a while, but still found this video super helpful. Many thanks :) x
Thank you so much for this video. you are the best teacher I can assure that. I am just starting and looking for a sewing machine. Before I buy one I am looking for and learning this art. I hope I can learn from you. Thank you for your tutorial. it helps me a lot.
I've always wanted to take up sewing and learn how to re-size clothing or fix minor damage, so I asked my fiancee for a sewing machine for Christmas and I cannot wait to start going to Michael's or JoAnne Fabrics to shop together.
It's been over 10 years since I have sewn anything, so I greatly appreciate this basic introduction to sewing.
This couldn't of come at a better time! I just ordered a sewing machine to hopefully learn a new skill while in iso!!
YAY! Love hearing this so much!
I want to buy a sewing machine, any recommendations?
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I wonder how it went and if you're still sewing a year later? Did you get better?
Same
I have been attempting to teach myself to sew for almost 2 years. In that time I have subscribed to so many sewing courses but they all speak like I'm just suppose to know all these sewing terms and should already know all the basics. (In a way I do because like alot of girls, I had a grandmother who was always sitting a sewing machine and attempting to teach me.) YOU are now my TH-cam Sewing mentor. I love how you speak slowly and clearly for those of us who are constantly pausing and writing these things down. Thank you so much for creating these videos!!!!!!
Yes, learning to sew, there's a whole new language involved. The massive amount of vocabulary and how each technique can be used is overwhelming but after watching so many different videos from different people, I am slowly starting to grasp what things mean!
Up until this point, I've had a sewing machine sitting at home but was too intimidated to use it. This video has literally given me the confidence to give it a try. Thank you so much xx
I can't believe the amount of useful information you explained so clearly in just 23 minutes! Thank you!!
Wow thank you ! What a wonderful teacher, I’m a beginner at the age of 57 😄 and you have taught me so much in one tutorial your great had to subscribe 😉
Good on you Tracey for learning to sew. I hope you're progressing well. I agree, Maddy is a terrific teacher.
this is by far the best intro sewing video ive seen. to the point but still descriptive enough, shows all the basics in detail. just perfect thank you!
incase youre interested in making your own tote bag :)
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thank you for this!!! i loved how you explained everything simply but clearly and the way you filmed and edited this is *chef's kiss*
incase youre interested in making your own tote bag :)
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Wow, this was perfect. As a person that hasn't sewed in a while you really helped refresh my memory with these basics. Great work and thank you so much!
Thank you for explaining this in such a succinct and respectful way. I didn't think I would need all this information as a beginner, but it all helps me realize what a beginner can do. I'm tired of people recommending I just make pillowcases. I hope I soon become as confident as you with diving in and making cuts and stitches instead of stressing out over each minor step of the process. You're an inspiration!
You have a great voice and make it sounds like a breeze, however, your techniques are superb. Thank you for your time and encouragement. I will tuning in again. thanks.
Definitely the most comprehensive beginners sewing ever! I have been looking for this type of video and so glad i found it!! Thank you, thank you!
Thank you so so much for this video! I really needed something to really go into the basics of using a sewing machine and your video was just perfect- you're clear and confident, easy to follow, and I also appreciate that you show how to hem and make ruffles as well. I bought a sewing machine and just opened it yesterday and now I feel less lost about where to begin lol
I recently bought a sewing machine and I am grateful I found your channel because I want to teach myself to sew and hopefully with time I will teach my daughter too.
Hey! Actually there is a tiny metal wire loop next to the base of the needle (seen at 4:23) , that you should loop the thread through to keep it more parallel to the needle (and i guess less prone to snapping). Hope that helps!
yes that's true! Thanks for the extra note :)
Thank you for mentioning this. I’m new to sewing and have watched several videos and thought that that loop had been skipped but wasn’t sure. Glad to know I wasn’t crazy. 👍
Yeah that's the first thing I thought. But not a big deal. Overall great starter video.
I just got a free sewing machine the other day and this was SO helpful - thank you!
i’m trying to learn how to sew AND THIS WAS SO GOOD TTwTT THANK YOU
My mom got me a Janome Magnolia for Christmas and I'm so excited to start making and altering my own clothes!!! This was soooo helpful, it's the basic parts everyone skips over in other tutorials.
Im brand new to sewing and this video helped me so much!
You took me back to middle school. That was decades ago. Surprised how much I remembered! I just loved your vid! Easy and clear. Huge thanks! ❤
Oooohhh finally someone explains all those terms!!!!!❤ thank you!
This is so helpful! thank you! i just bought my first sewing machine last month after watching your videos for the past 2 years. you have really inspired me to design and upcycle my own clothes. much love from California
That's sooo sweet!! Thank you for your support. Makes my day hearing that this helped you x x
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This is the best tutorial i could ever find. Ive been wanting to see for almost 2 years now but finding a good tutorial is difficult especially since i have adhd but this helped so much and im already so much better than i was a couple hours ago
Watching this with the subtitles on and still being able to learn because you taught at a pace that works with the subtitles. Thank you! Can't wait to make some Christmas presents soon!
This was one of the best videos I ever watched on sewing basics, thank you so much!
Sewing isnt as hard as it seams.
badum psh
Oh Hahaha
LIAR!!! Shut your piehole por favor (I just had a mental breakdown trying to fix a sewing machine)
It is 😂😂😂
Lol
I’ve had a sewing machine for years now and have always ending up avoiding it because it seemed too difficult and something kept going wrong.
However, with the prices of clothes nowadays, I can’t keep emptying my closet just cause something doesn’t fit right or because my style has changed.
This video really helped me in so many ways, I’m excited to try the whole sewing thing again and have something I can look back on when I’m having a little trouble.
Thanks so much for the amazingly helpful content !!❤
i dont usually comment on videos but this helped me so much with all the things I've struggled with, thankyou :)
Thank you so much for creating this video! I struggled to find videos on here that helped me understand the basics of sewing and you knocked it out of the park. Thank you!
I sewed for many years, then took a 30 year break and am now back to it ! Your video is excellent !
This video helped me a lot. Now I have made my own shorts, scrunchie and zipper pouches. Next I’m planning to learn to upcycle my old clothes. Thank you so much for this video!
👋🙂💕🇦🇺 Hi and thanks from Queensland Australia
Just trying to learn how to sew and use my machine. I've had the machine for three years where it has been staring at me and saying 'don't come near me you clumsy ox, you will only sew your fingers together!' I've decided the sewing machine will not threaten me like that anymore 🤣😂
I've watched a few beginners sewing guides but yours has been the most straightforward and simplest to follow. I feel inspired to go and give that machine what for, rather than come away quivering and thinking wtf went on there? Thank you xx
You have no idea how much I needed this video, SO SO happy I found your Channel 🤩❤️
This was super helpful! I haven’t sewn since studying textiles in school, finally got myself a sewing machine and hoping to get creative! Thank you for sharing.
best beginner video ever. 10/10. seriously.
Really helpful with the glossary at the start. And a good pace! I've found other tutorials go a bit too fast and this is nice and slow.
Speed can be slowed down by going to the top right, click the gear box which will open a menu and you can make speed adjustments there
Fantastic explanation and demos….enough info on one video for a lot of sewing 🎉
Thank you so much for this, boy I was struuuggling with setting up my Singer, you made my day!
Your videos have been very helpful, thank you for sharing and encouraging others to try. Practicing and having fun in the process helps!
That dress made out of a skirt is SO cute!! I'll be here, impatiently waiting for the thrift shops to open back up so I can try and make something similar 😁
haha love that! Thanks so much x
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Thank you so much for the well explained video with so much details finally I now understand, however am having a problem of overcoming my fear of being injured by the sewing machine needle is any help on that would be greatly appreciated
AHHHH THIS IS SO MUCH MORE HELPFUL THAN OTHER PEOPLE
Thank you for this!!! What a great tutorial for beginners!! Best one I’ve seen! Can’t wait to start sewing. I’ve been wanting to upcycle clothes for so long now.
Agreed, Stacia!
I think she’s a ‘natural’ tutor.. ☺️
You are so excellent at explaining thanks for the video it really helped out!
I love these videos since lockdown I've gotten into sewing and they've really helped x
yayy! Love hearing that x x
Oh my gosh thank you so much for this. There seems to be no in-between sewing videos for beginners. It’s all just basic tips and tools for getting started or first project videos. I’m not confident enough to start my first project because I have no idea what people are talking about!
The terminology explanation here was so helpful as well as explaining hemming and seeming! And talking through what you were doing each step. You’re a blessing 🙏😂
thx for this frequently informational tutorial. every second is packed with good hints! awesome work
but one special trick I learned before: if u use pins to fix your soam, use them the other way, left to right, instead of up to down. so u can just sew over them without ruining your stich :D
Great video. I've just got interested in sewing. I don't even have a machine yet, I'll be getting one soon to make curtains and cushions to start with. I want to be able to make box cushions for a nook I'm building.
Subscribed.
This was a very good video. Thank you for taking the time with showing us the "hows".
This video was so helpful! I just dug my grandma's old sewing machine out of my parents basement to start doing some projects. I only have a little experience sewing on a machine so this is perfect!
incase youre interested in making your own tote bag :)
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btw you're presentation is beautiful, love the soft light
Lovely tutorial..I recently developed an urge to sawing and this shown me most that I need to
Thank you for this! My grandma has been sewing for years as a job, and I wanna do it too.
I WISH i watched this yesterday before i tried to make my own adjustments! this video is amazing! how could anyone dislike it!!
This is wonderful! I learned a small amount from my great grandmother almost 50 years ago and have wanted to truly learn to alter my own garments since! I randomly looked at machines today and stumbled across your video. I feel comfortable purchasing one today after I find the one I love and will follow you learn:) My great grandmother would be impressed by your skills! Thank you!
incase youre interested in making your own tote bag :)
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Thanks for this!! I've been wanting to get into sewing but have had no idea where to start. This makes everything feel a bit less overwhelming
I've just bought a sewing machine and I've been really struggling. this is an amazing video!!
I want to start making clothes for my baby 💕 it’s so hard to find affordable baby clothes that’s not bombarded with glitter and unicorns 😅
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girl... i was just telling my boyfriend that the other day. i feel you on that !
I’m looking to start sewing clothes and stuff since I’m gonna be a stay at home dad for a few months, I’d love the idea of just hanging out with my daughter and making her clothes
Right?! I hate shopping for girls clothes, not just baby clothes that's full of glitter and unicorns. It's so annoying and this is at all stores!
That’s an interesting side effect of capitalism+clothing fire regulations! Baby & kids clothes is covered in stuff like that to signal they aren’t pajamas. Pajamas are subject to more restrictive fire regulations and manufacturers must jump through more hoops which is more expensive. So they put a lot of stuff on them to indicate they are not meant to be slept in, resulting in garish clothing.
I am a beginner to sewing and have a Singer model 2277 Traditions machine and did all I was suppose to do to begin sewing, but when I try to sew the thread isn't sewn into the material like it should. I tried it three times and will try once more after checking my threads and see if the machine will then sew properly. I love your video and how you sewed the items you used as examples and I hope to be doing the same thing soon.
My love for sewing started through my grandmother who sewed clothes and sold it. My mom sees a little too. I love sewing, I got a bit of items to start my path to become a master at sewing just like my grandmother.
I've just watched this. You are incredible and a great teacher and have made me realise I want to try my hand at sewing, thank you! :)
Absolutely!👏
thank you so much for sharing your talent.
Wow! Thank you so much for taking the time to make this and explain everything! I will definitely be going back to this when I get stuck 😃
You are so so welcome! Hope it comes in handy for those times you do get stuck :)
incase youre interested in making your own tote bag :)
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I don't usually comment on TH-cam videos but this video has reeaallly freshened my rusty sewing skills. Thank you!
You are so so welcome! Love hearing this :)
incase youre interested in making your own tote bag :)
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this video is obviously quite old, however I need to say a big thank you to you! I am opening my own boutique online and my sewing skills are improving I'm getting a new sewing machine in a few weeks but I am so happy I found this video, this is the most well explained video out there and I am very happy with how you explained the steps. Big help thank you!!!
I learned so much in such a short video!! Thanks girl :)
Thank you so much. Your instruction is clear and easy to follow ❤
Im starting a sewing club next monday, and this really helped!!
So much useful, and accessible information in one brief video. Thank you! You were able to take us along with you and make (almost)everything look achievable. Amazing!
I'd just like the sound to be a little clearer, maybe a lapel rather than room mic, or the mic on the recorder? Just a thought, and thanks again!
I’m so glad I found your channel, I wanted to learn sewing because it’s cheaper and more customisable etc.. than simple fast fashion. Also, I could alter thrifted clothes! Can’t wait to start again
This truly helped me so much! Definitely one of the more helpful tutorials on TH-cam, thank you!
You make it look so easy! Definitely gonna try some of your tricks! I just got my first machine so i need all the tips and tricks lol
amazing video! you explain things so clearly and concisely and went over so many great skills!! looking forward to trying this at home 🥳
The ruffling part is so handy!
Hoooooly cow, threading the machine is a lot more complicated than I thought it would be. Wow.
I was just gifted a Singer model 347 with its own table and I've always wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine. I did not expect just threading it to be so complicated. Goodness. Here's hoping I can get past that part so I can start sewing 😆
OMG every question that appeared in my head she answered it. Thank you it was very helpful 💙
This is honestly the best beginner guide video. I am amazed at how much you have helped me. Thank you so much!
Thank you! This was sooo helpful for someone interested in starting sewing ❤️🙏🏽🙏🏽
Excellent video. Subscribed. No time wasted. Very clear instructions and explanations. Thank you.
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I just wanted to say this is such a great tutorial! You make it look easy and make me excited to try all you've shown! Thank you ❤❤❤❤❤
I just got a new sewing machine learning how to sew ,so watching the video give me more ideas, love it
Thank you! I’ve just started sewing and this was amazing. I just don’t understand what you mean when you say to zig zag instead of using the overlock machine, how is it supposed to work? But still, thank you so much for the helpful advice🥰
Very informative and easy to follow
This video is brilliant! You explained everything in very simple concepts that are very easy to understand.
This is such a great video, so clear and well laid out. I can see all the hard work that must have been put in! I've been sewing for a while, but still found this video super helpful. Many thanks :) x
Thank you so much for this video. you are the best teacher I can assure that. I am just starting and looking for a sewing machine. Before I buy one I am looking for and learning this art. I hope I can learn from you. Thank you for your tutorial. it helps me a lot.
I just started and had a lil problem but this video was a total life saver 😮💨😍
Thank you so much for this video. This is probably the most helpful video I've found as someone who is brand new to this!
This video was absolutely helpful in so
Many areas And in A Timely Manner
This was the best video ever. So simple and educational!
wow, your really good in explaining. thank you.
Out of all the videos I’ve watched this was the most helpful and informative and detailed video I’ve seen. I love this one !!
Thank you !!💜
I've always wanted to take up sewing and learn how to re-size clothing or fix minor damage, so I asked my fiancee for a sewing machine for Christmas and I cannot wait to start going to Michael's or JoAnne Fabrics to shop together.
Best teacher .you are amazing. Thank you
Thank you for this tutorial, this is exactly what I needed, I am much less intimidated about starting now
This VIDEO HELPS ME SO MUCH, i’m a fashion student and your explications are perfect, thank you very much’ Have a nice day 🧚🏼
These are very helpful. I have the goals of becoming a professional seamstress, and this helped alot.
This video really helped me with learn the basics to sewing again because I forgot how to sew think you sm for this video it truly helps!!!
This was a really helpful video for beginners. Thank you