Let’s Try Sewing Tools from TEMU | Cost & Quality Comparisons
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 ก.พ. 2025
- What’s all the fuss about TEMU? I decided to test out some sewing/quilting items from this new Amazon-like company to see how they stand up. Enjoy!
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Thanks for sharing; I think I’ll keep my money here in the US supporting US companies. I have ordered some of my quilting products from Amazon and they come from US stores.
They are more expensive, but I feel it is worth the extra for the better quality and to support small businesses.
Agreed!
I've been ordering quilting products (fabrics, tools, ect) from Temu since they began and have had no issues. Also, some of the items are the very same things I've purchased from Amazon and paid more for. Their return policy is easy and I'll likely continue ordering.
I’ve noticed that too
I think this is good for people who are on a low budget. You can wash all the fabric and they do come up ok. Have also got fabric from them with no smell. Please remember most of the products you buy from Amazon are made in China. 17:13
I'm sorry to leave a negative comment, but I finally had to block their ad, after several attempts trying to stop seeing it. I know sometimes we have no choice getting "made in China", but I can't buy from this company with a clear conscience. That's just me.
I don’t blame you
I made a decision several years ago to stop buying from China but have gotten lax. Thanks for getting me back on track.
@@lindabacon68We make almost nothing in the U.S. anymore, for decades, thanks to NAFTA. It’s impossible to avoid buying things made in China because most US companies have them made over there and then just slap their own label on it. And it’s totally legal, as long as at least half of it is assembled or packaged in the U.S.
I don’t buy “ made in China” products. I know several people who bought from this company and they said it’s all garbage. Cheap, Cheap, Cheap…..again not meaning inexpensive….just garbage. 🤷🏼♀️
I clicked their link for a quick look and now I’m constantly being email spammed and it’s driving me nuts
Very interesting! I ordered once and have no plans for doing it again. Thanks for this vid!!
There is more to shopping than just price. How much are people earning? Working conditions? Quality? Carbon footprint? Just something to think about. Thanks for sharing - I love your channel. ❤ Somerset, UK
Totally agree!
I know where many of our quilting/sewing items are made, but I buy from a quality quilt shop so they stay in business and provide me and my fellow quilters with quality, thread, fabrics, etc.
Good policy!
i purchased a magnifying glass with a light combo that attaches to the table. It was a great price and works great. I have bought a couple of shirts that were not the best fabric but for the price I will wear them. Thank you for your review as well.
Thank you for not doing a sponsored haul. Appreciate your honest review.
I bought the same rotary cutter locally some time ago and it was the same as yours, so I took it apart, cleaned out the dust/grit/etc, then smeared the blade and disc with sewing machine oil dropped onto my finger and re-assembled. Bingo...works better than brand name cutters I already owned. Don't forget the locking button as well. Make sure you wipe excess oil with a tissue or scrap of fabric. For what Temu charges I don't think anyone can complain about the quality of items...that's just my 2 cents worth!
Also, the polyester fabric squares you purchased, would make pretty bias binding for necklines etc to a plain Tshirt.
I bought some beautiful Japanese fabric on Temu - it's gorgeous.
I have purchased plenty of good items on Temu. I have not had any problems and have been very happy with all I received. Their jewelry is very strong and good too. Their pots are very great. I do diamond painting and their kits are fabulous and inexpensive. Yarns and fabrics are not do great. Fabric is thin and yarn is not strong.
My fabrics did Not have any odor to it.
I was told Temu had warehouses in the USA and then they ship to you.
I bought other fancy scissors from Temu and they are very sharp.
I have concerns I havent seen mentioned in other comments:
How much do working conditions/wages where these products are made contribute to their low cost? Do we want to support that?
What is the impact on our environment of buying items that duplicate what we have? Plastic is a huge global problem. Textile production is one of the world's largest polluters.
Yes smells from most products will dissioate in air or can be washed out. But the same is true for fabric you or somebody else have stored fot a while in stash or that you can find second hand, or even in used garments.
I appreciate the review. Temu's ads are everywhere.
But if sewists want to save money and the earth, I suggest being selective about what you acquire and avoid things which will need to be replaced soon. Maybe even ask around among friends if anyone has unneeded spare tools or fabric they would like to sell you. (Some will even just give you their spares if you ask!
Lets stop wasting!
Good points! Same goes for Amazon, Walmart, Target etc. Each of us should be allowed to make our own decisions based on many factors, such as, cost, availability, personal conscience, environmental concerns. Having tried TEMU out, I doubt I’ll buy much, if anything from them again, but I won’t be criticizing anyone who chooses to do so.
The red lines going sideways on the foot are 1/4”, very handy if you want to stop 1/4” before the end. Very nice when you are setting in pieces, like making 8 or 6 point stars and Tumbling Blocks.
I have made about 6 temu purchases at about $50.00 each, so far. I have to say, I've only had 2 items i was truly disappointed with, but not enough to send them back. I just ordered sewing thread, zippers and laces, etc. yesterday, and can't wait to see them what they turn out to be! So far, I'm a FAN!
I have purchased many things from Temu.Very happy with everything.Great stuff.
Thank you. I am not ready to TEMU yet. I didn't Amazon until it was around a number of years. I just had someone try and buy airline tickets in Florida on my credit card and I live on the west side of the country. I am a chicken when it comes to new things like that. I like the old days when you went to stores and paid with cash. There was more competition locally and you could find all those great prices. My grandmother and I called some of them junk stores, we loved them.
Everything I have purchased has been great ….never a problem …..
The reason for the red mark closest to the front of the foot the 1/4” foot is to tell you when you are 1/4” away from where you need to turn when sewing a straight seam away from the end of the fabric and the red mark near the needle tells you when to start sewing your curve. A hint to help with this is to mark the start of your pivot point and the starting point of your curves.
You have done a great review. Thank you
For the most part, I have had good luck with sewing supplies from them! I don’t care if it doesn’t have the brand name stamped on it! What we buy here in the states are “made in China” branded by a company! Why pay the extras? Yes, some was junk, but I expected that.
Thankyou, some interesting items that I shall be ordering. Consumers have been buying 'Made in China' products in our highstreet stores for years. Also, many companies have switched their manufacturing to China or import components for assembly and then sell products as made in the home country. Temu is no different from ordering from Amazon who also supply from China, but Temu offer a better service and often better prices. My experience with Temu has been excellent, with only one disappointment and they instantly gave me a full refund without the need to return the item. Local companies promote on-line shopping but the level of service is often not as good as it should be - and likely the goods are imported from China anyway!
Thank you for posting this. Your a Doll so easy to understand.
Hey y'all speed up your play back speed to x2! This video is so well done that you can catch everyword easily on x2!
Thank you so much!
Amazon, or Temu, or even the expensive thing you buy in a shop. They all come from China!!!
I have bought several sewing related items as well as other craft supplies. I have not had any issues and most items are way cheaper than other sources. Use the polyester fabric to make some tiny quilts for your children. Just wash the fabrick if you think it smells. If you don't want it take it to a senior center the can use it for their craft days.
Good to know!
Don’t think I will order from China! I’d rather pay more and buy USA, sad how hard that is to find. Thanks for your review 🧐
Meanwhile, in the US, retailers are going out of business and people are losing their jobs left and right. Nothing against you or your video, just tired of hearing about Temu.
Understood. Just raising awareness here
Shopping at Temu is a hard no from me .. for the same reason why I don’t use TikTok!
Thank you for taking the time to review this company. 😊
Just happened on your channel and so glad I did. I’ve been wondering about Temu. Thanks for the insight.
Welcome! Glad it was helpful!
Bought few items from Temu & i got no complaints .❤❤ for the prices ,i paid for.
I'M S BUY AMERICAN, I'M 76 & NEVER BROUGHT A FORIEGN CAR, ALWAYS AMERICAN CHEVY,OLDS, FORD.I PICK SOMETHING UP IN STORE SAYS CHINA I PUT BACK, I GO WITHOUT. NO DOG TOYS I MAKE MY OWN,CROCHET, OR SEW
Temu is actually used by Amazon. Amazon jacks the prices WAY up, but a lot of things I’ve found and bought on Amazon came from Temu. I’m sorry you didn’t like the fabric. I’d heard about the odd smell but mine didn’t have it and the quality was very good for the price. All in all, I’ve had very good luck. They “lost” an order of mine and refunded within a few minutes. MINUTES! When most companies make you wait a week or more. So yeah, I highly recommend Temu to most everyone.
Thing is, most goods from Dollar Store in US, and Poundland in UK come from China. I have noticed a lot of goods from Amazon are made in China.
Temu appears...to be simply obtaining direct rather than paying a middle man in UK or US.
I've ordered several sewing machine feet from Temu. They are great. I must say that the price is great compared to other avenues.
You so silly. Every time you said "made in China" I laugh heartily considering that almost EVERYTHING we buy is "made in China"
I love this store ! All sewing items are good.
To the people who are concerned about "chinese" products, your phone, your tv, and most electrical appliances are all made in china, as well as a lot of fabric
I love Temu. I dont buy clothes because they are are all polyester. But as for other things, yes. And I can always get my money back or store credit. Also, you can go back and check previous orders, up to 30 days, and can be refunded any difference if the price goes down.
I never had bad experiences with items i bought from Temu. Honestly, most items from Amazon also came from China. Just saying...
Everything I have bought it’s been great, no complaints. If you look at the stuff you buy anywhere is made in China
Ive bought a lot of gardening supplies and been happy with everything.
I bought some stuff when they first started, got shirts, PJs and gardening stuff and they were all great.
Most of the products that you already buy from The Dollar Store and Hobby stores are made in China. The only difference is they put different labels on them which then drives up the price. The same factories are making them. I wish that there were factories in the US making products but very few exist. There used to be factories in NC making beautiful textiles. They no longer exist.
i love your doggie i had to put mine down i loved him.. thanks for this video happy mothers day
Hi there ❤ I have also used this company and have had so far no problems with them But early days 😊 😊 😊 Amazing video thank you so much for sharing with us xx ❤
Great 👍
I love Temu. I have bought clothes that smelled horribly. So I washed the blouse and it came out perfect. Connie
I love Temu, Ive ordered many, many times. Only…maybe twice I’ve had a problem with what I’ve ordered. I’ve used their sewing products, kitchen products (I would stay away from clothing and shoes), but all else is great.
Thanks for sharing!
I'm a new quilter and have ordered loads of things from Temu. Their stuff is fine for my purposes as I'm still learning the craft -- and I'm on a budget! Mind you, every parcel has at least one disappointment 😢
Temu doesn't tempt me. Thanks Lessons Learned for a great review of your purchases. I'm a thrift fanatic but I believe that you get what you pay for. Give me great sales on quality items and I'm a happy (on a fixed income) quilter. I also buy many quality items at my local thrift store. NEW is over rated and not always necessary for me.
Truth!
Thanks for the review. I’m neither American nor Asian. I just spent 10 weeks on vacation in the US. Most tourist items on display were made in China. Nearly all clothing was made outside of the US.
On checking the site, Temu seems pretty good. So does Amazon (which also sells LOTS of Chinese goods).
I think one simply gets more choice with competitive markets.
Yes and after ordering from them they don't leave you alone! Good luck.
Guys, this is a Chinese government owned company. The low prices and zero prices are in return for collecting your information. I never use Tiktok either.
From the Indonesian fabric I made placemats and they are beautiful, I was happy with the outcome.
When you held up the Indian fabric(?) I could easily see thru it, sadly. Thank you for sharing you experience with Temu.
Made in China? Yes. So is 90% of what I buy at Walmart or from Amazon. Once Jeff Bezos built his rockets for the fun of it and his zillion dollar yacht, I was fine buying from Temu at one quarter the cost. Money IS staying in America... the money I save by buying direct from China and not putting my money in Jeff Bezos pocket. Why should I send him $15 for the exact same product I buy on Temu for $3? And the $12 difference stays right here when I buy groceries or out to eat. Of course I'd prefer to buy USA products, but they're getting hard to find!
im in australia, i dont know if its shipped from same place but all my fabric has been great, no smells. i am just careful about gadgets and decorations as its all been hit and miss. i do use their sewing machine needles though
Temu is not tempting to me at all. I’ve seen several box openings and it looks like junk to me
I prefer to buy MADE IN AMERICA even if it cost more.I love my country and my freedom so I won't buy anything from this site
Very interesting thank you for doing this. I too have ordered just under £20 worth of goods from Temu. Waiting for them to arrive and looking forward to comparing and seeing what sort of quality they are.
It depends on what you buy from Temu. I've never had an issue with them. I purchase sewing notions, fat quarters, scissors, pins, wood earring discs, snaps, etc. I don't buy their clothes- don't like polyester.
Thank you for the review, I appreciate seeing someone else’s experience. I bought a slender rolling storage rack from TEMU to store craft magazines and charts and patterns. The plastic is lower quality than I expected. The package was sloppily prepared and damaged, but contents were not effected. I did not realize the product came from over seas. No plans to order from the company again.
Good to know! I almost ordered that.
Thanks for the review. Very helpful, I was wondering about the rotary cutter and surprised with 1/4” foot. Thanks again.
I got the exact same rotary cutter. It works amazing. I have ordered many things from TEMU not been unhappy yet! I think it fun!
Wonderful!
I haven't bought much sewing stuff but it's be fine. I tried some of their frisbees for my power chewer puppy...the silicone ones are awesome! Still intact so i just ordered more!😅
When you buy those items from Amazon, the are all likely all made in China. So if you use those items you support China. The thing about TEMU is they are paying for getting information on people who buy from them. Information has value and I would question why China is willing to use selling goods as tactics to get our infomration?
I understand your concern. Anyone, anywhere in the world has access to our information, if they really want or “need” it.
Thanks for taking the time to do the review.
OMG! After watching this review my phone is exploding with Temu Ads!!!!!
The bobbin keeper I use around my spools of thread. I have the round bobbin keeper trays for my bobbins. And it's amazing!
Well, first of all, most things are made in China, no matter where you buy them from, and Temu did not promise it was pristine goods, but I shop regularly from them, I pick what I want before ordering, read their detailed description before buying, I got their embroidery thread, at 60 and 40 wt great, scissors for embroidery great, clothes great, fabric no I do not buy in pieces,,,,, all packages has smells, we get what we pay for if you do not like it return it,,,, fabric is musty in fabric stores also
I try not to make China richer.
The other red lines on the presser foot mark another distance of a quarter inch. So if you need to stop for some reason (for ex. Sewing mitered borders) a quarter inch before the end, those lines show you where to stop. Or where to stop before you need to pivit. ☺️🇭🇲
Ah! Great info!
Fabrics stored in warehouses usually have a chemical like formaldehyde to keep fabrics from molding and to repel vermin and insects. You must not have any upper respiratory allergies. I'd never stick my nose in any fabric that I've purchased before I wash it. No matter if it's high-end quilting stores to Goodwill. Just saying. And you'll be surprised when you wash the fabric with non-chlorine bleach and a hot dryer setting to wash out any chemical residue, dyes and the heat will kill any microbe germs and shrink the fabric to a pleasant weave. I'll have to order from TEMU today. My husband thanks you for finding another place for me to shop online lol. :)
I love your puppy bed!! And than BONUS snuggle fluff appeared!❤️❤️❤️❤️
Most of the many things I get from temu are sold at Walmart like pioneer woman merchandise. I have found their descriptions tell you what you are getting. I like the idea of free shipping.
Thanks for the review, as usual, you get what you paid for but sometimes we are pleasantly surprised. You might be able to salvage the smelly fabric by washing it first. I buy fabric at thrift stores and rummage sales and it always smells but washing does the trick. I put smaller pieces in a garment bag. You might be able to get the rotary cutter to work if you loosen the screw holding the blade just a bit to allow the blade to rotate. Happy Sewing 🧵 😊
I have a pack of four water soluble pens from Temu that I bought over a year ago, and I’m still using the first one I took out of the pack! And it’s still juicy! I also bought eight different feet for my Juki and they all work great! Total was about twenty four bucks for all eight.
I worry that places that sell so cheaply are exploiting poor people by using slave labor.
Not as advertised. What ever happened to "shop local?" Hurts our economy worse than it is now.
Thank you for this video. I wish they were made in the USA. I'd purchase certain items. I have pretty much stopped shopping at WalMart because most of their merchandise comes from China. When I can, I buy USA products. Sometimes, when you can't find something made in the USA, you have no choice and that's sad.
I removed the TEMU app because some items I ordered were replaced by substitutions of much lesser value. It's just not for me. Your review was great! Thank you!
Awesome relaxed product review. Very enjoyable. Thank you. ♥
The important thing is to read descriptions well regarding composition and view pictures. I order every week and found some things to be of good quality, some not. Let the stinky fabric air out or put it in a ziplock bag with a dryer sheet, the fabric can be used for pet beds or quilts for the homeless.
Ive been debating starting with temu to try some household stuff I need to get. Thankful for an honest review.... I think some things are probably better than others, and overall the try not to buy stuff is good.
Not all there products are bad and if they are they are good at refunding your money back!
Also, if your order is later than the time frame they give you?? You get an automatic $5 credit. I’ve gotten one a few times.
The fabric…use it for crafting instead of quilting.
I bought a rotary cutter YEARS ago from a fabric store & it wouldn’t turn…there was an extra blade, not to mention it needed to be loosened & it was fine. I’ve bought a magnetic seam guide, clips to hold fabric, a seam ripper, crochet hooks, little clip type things for help with counting with crocheting…all worked great!! I also bought a tension ring for my finger for crocheting, didn’t work so great, but makes an interesting looking ring for my forefinger!! Only once or twice have I been disappointed in what I’ve received.
So happy you’ve had a positive experience
I do not buy anything made in China...no matter how good the price seems.
The red lines on the quarter inch foot show you where 1/4" from your needle is front and back, for turning corners.
My understanding is that TEMU is a Chinese company which I am not interested in buying from
I’m always careful that what I buy is not from China
As far as marking pens, i LOVE the ones on Madam Sew. They are like ink pens and come 4 in a box with extra refills for each color.
Thanks for the tip! I’ll check those out.
No matter where you buy your fabric, it needs to be washed before you sew with it.
Thanks Sherri for the update on Temu! I’ve seen but not bought from them!! I do have that 1/4”foot, love it, it does go over many layers with no problem! I paid about $8.00 a few years ago! Thanks again for your review 😊
Thank you for a great video… honest and fair.I have been sorely tempted but will exercise restraint and caution for now 🙃
I was interested in their cotton fabric. Unfortunately, I could see you through it! I was interested in it's "hand" - soft and strong? How many threads to the inch? Well, from your demo, which I appreciate, I
I don't guess I'll be ordering soon. Thank you for this video!!
I have spent money in Temu great stuff ..
I love the bobbin keeper! The ones that wrap around the bobbin. I had one of the containers to hold the pens, scissors, seam ripper, etc. but used it for my make up brushes. My daughter loved it so I wound up giving it to her. But it worked great for what I used it for. Those cotton squares seem really thin. But pretty!
I purchased a straight handled (orange handle) 45mm rotary cutter with manual retract button from Temu for $4.38. So far it seems very sturdy and works just as well as my same style Fiskars cutter. It’s very sharp and rolls smoothly. Time will tell! Unfortunately it’s hard to tell what your getting for the money until it arrives, but so far I’ve been pleasantly surprised with my sewing related purchases.
I love Temu. I have placed 5 orders. You can get some things for 8 cents
Thank you I've been curious about temu 🌹lovely puppy 😍
On the roatery cutter losen the screw then it will roll the tighting it when made
Thank you for this informative video! I too have to agree with other comments. I have a hard time justifying spending money in China when I think of the human rights issues that are happening all the time there.
I bought children's clothing and shoes from Temu and been very satisfied with the merchandise. I've even had to exchange the shoes a couple of times and they've done it without any problem.