NOTCHES - 3 ways to mark notches on sewing patterns beginner to advanced (and what to use them for!)

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  • Let's talk about how important notches actually are (if you want easy sewing that is!)! And I have 3 methods of marking notches from your sewing patterns onto the fabric, from beginner to advanced at sewing!
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  • @Evelyn__Wood
    @Evelyn__Wood  3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Do you hate those little triangles too? 😅 Tell me, what is your notching method? Or which are you going to try now?
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    • @rebekahslyter954
      @rebekahslyter954 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am self taught and only knew about adding small cuts but now I want to try the triangles

    • @shanimarais9695
      @shanimarais9695 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I usually cut all panels which go together first and kinda pinch the fabric between my fingers (finger iron them in), quickly sew pieces together before they vanish and do the same with the nxt section. No Mark's, no cuts, no nothing lol (admittedly it takes some time to getting used to, but once you get the knack for it, it's very quick)

    • @india239
      @india239 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m feeling smug about knowing the 1 or 2 notch thing. But only because for a long time I didn’t and I wondered why the fit was so hit and miss

    • @leearellano5303
      @leearellano5303 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’m going to do the cut and the mark...ive been cutting triangles and I’m actually not accurate with my triangles ... thanks Ev!!

    • @choddle8427
      @choddle8427 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have just started sewing and I already haaaate the triangles. It makes it really complicated to use cut out your fabric nicely.
      Once I found out, after my first garment project, that you didn't need the extra fabric in the triangle I started just marking where the triangle was with chalk, like method number 2.

  • @LynHannan
    @LynHannan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +191

    I went to a "Technical College" for secondary schooling where every student did a semester of all the "trade" subjects for the first two years. In year 7 Textiles, I was having trouble remembering the difference between the single and double notches, until a grumpy boy who didn't want to be in that class piped up with "you do number ones from your front and number twos from your back". This cracked up the whole class including the teacher (as he'd actually used decent language that time) it was so unexpected, yet so apt! Before that semester was out, we'd made an apron to be used in woodwork and sheet-metal the following semester, a stuffed plush toy and a hand-stitched sampler (which took the most time).

    • @Evelyn__Wood
      @Evelyn__Wood  3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      😂😂😂 Best way EVER to remember which is which! I think I will be telling this story again, thankyou for sharing it!

    • @banthony8545
      @banthony8545 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Unforgetable - thanks for the story.

    • @berniceoconnor5381
      @berniceoconnor5381 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I will always remember this from now on! Thank you that lad whoever you were!

    • @calmblueocean1177
      @calmblueocean1177 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      ❤ the grumpy boy sewing notch tip ❤😂

    • @taniakyriakou1823
      @taniakyriakou1823 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Genius mnemonic.

  • @melaniehancock2210
    @melaniehancock2210 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I just bought my first pattern (to sew my 3 year old a dress) and I opened it and my brain freaked out. Thanks for all of your videos!

  • @cheriekalel9578
    @cheriekalel9578 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    I was taught by my Grandma to nick the notches, and it wasn't until I was in high school and took a sewing class (after sewing with Grandma for 10 years), and the teacher had the class cut out the little triangles. If my material is very "busy" I will always put pins where I nicked the notch, to help me find it. But having been taught what the notches meant at 5 years old, meant I was always aware of the notches, and very glad to have them on the pattern to help me.

    • @Evelyn__Wood
      @Evelyn__Wood  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Lucky you! Have all this great info from the start!

    • @chellybelle77
      @chellybelle77 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Same here! We were so lucky to have such skilled seamstresses as grandmothers, who taught us!

    • @e.malloy7530
      @e.malloy7530 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That was the lesson I learned from my Grandma and Great-Grandma too! (Great Grandma used to work at the Munsingwear Factory so I'm sure she had extra secret skills and tips!)

  • @akontilis1792
    @akontilis1792 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Hi Eyelyn, I am watching as many videos as I can (at least 1 or 2 per day)... and praying for your complete recovery! God bless you!

  • @lindarenault7187
    @lindarenault7187 3 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    I've been sewing for 30 years and I didn't know the double notches were always on the back pieces! I love your videos and always learn something!

    • @Evelyn__Wood
      @Evelyn__Wood  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      😄😄 I'm glad to hear that then!

    • @brendaescalon2175
      @brendaescalon2175 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Linda Renault same here

    • @banthony8545
      @banthony8545 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Me too-ha ha. I felt like such a idiot when I found out. Amazing how after 49 years of sweing I am still learning basics. TH-cam is wonderful for sewing.

    • @janeseemann2527
      @janeseemann2527 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      One of the first things my mum pointed out when she taught me to sew. Once you realise, it’s fantastic!

  • @kendal4452
    @kendal4452 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Double notches shows the back and single notches shows the front of a garmet I had no idea of this!! That was some good information!!

    • @sewsed
      @sewsed 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you!!!!! I did not know this and always wondered why sometimes you get two side by side 😂

  • @afiiik1
    @afiiik1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    I confess, I have made a too deep notch that I had to fix by hand and it was still a bit visible 🙈
    So don't do your notches with a rotary cutter -bad idea 😂😂😂

    • @Evelyn__Wood
      @Evelyn__Wood  3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      🤣🤣 Oh no! Definetly not by rotary cutter!

  • @priscillazietsman1300
    @priscillazietsman1300 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have become addicted to your channel😊. I grew up with my Granny who was a sewing wizz and, always watching what she was doing, copying on my little kiddies machine. But obviously, I did not pay attention to everything. I did know about the notches and their function, but only figured out the double notch last week, with a sleeve no less😂. I have learnt so much from your videos that I have watched so far, some 4 years old, and look forward to learning even more❤❤

  • @iagonizante
    @iagonizante 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    i had always wondered why the notches came in singles and pairs! thank you!

  • @meghanmattice7856
    @meghanmattice7856 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I just came here to say that I've taken several in person sewing courses and haven't learned even 1/4 of the basics that your videos have taught me. I'm so thankful you have shared your knowledge and I continue to watch more and more. Thank you!

  • @corinnecharlesworth2945
    @corinnecharlesworth2945 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I loved this. I need more videos on pattern instructions 🤦‍♀️ I’m going to tiny notch and mark 👍

  • @katmusswoodwind
    @katmusswoodwind 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I'm so glad I found this - I find the notches really irritating to deal with, and have cut them off accidentally so many times!!

  • @albarodriguezcollantes5615
    @albarodriguezcollantes5615 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I've never sewn a garment, so yes, this is the type of video I need to watch a couple of times to give me confidence in what I'll be doing 😊 Thank you so much 💐 I hope you are feeling as good as possible 💜💜💜

  • @floodgates182
    @floodgates182 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Lol, my sewing teacher at age 13 already taught me the notches right away. First time I came across the triangles I was SOOO bewildered. 😂😂😂

  • @juliehuntley4263
    @juliehuntley4263 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I’m a new sewer and this was great with an aha moment at the end!

  • @melissawesterlund4478
    @melissawesterlund4478 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Of all the sewing-channels I follow, your content at the moment gives me the best information. Even though I thought I knew enough about notches, I still learned something new. The way you give supplementary explanations about the why and how aspects of notches is very educational. Most other tutorials only show one way of doing things and don't explain the benefits of this method. Thanks again!

    • @Evelyn__Wood
      @Evelyn__Wood  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Aww thankyou! I have succeeded then! I aim to explain the why, then you can choose for yourself what will work best for you in what you want to create and your workflow ❤

    • @melissawesterlund4478
      @melissawesterlund4478 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Evelyn__Wood you definitely have succeeded in that! Your content is valuable for a big variety of levels. I consider myself intermediate but like many else I am self-taught so the why aspects aren't always very clear to me. Looking forward to your next video!

  • @yeetstreet4074
    @yeetstreet4074 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I’m not gonna lie up til now I’ve always ignored the notches I still don’t know what their for 😳 perfect timing with the video lol

    • @Evelyn__Wood
      @Evelyn__Wood  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      😄😄 Excellent!! Use them on your next garment and I think you'll find it much easier at the sewing machine!

    • @sapphirecamui6447
      @sapphirecamui6447 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm not going to lie: i will continue to ignore them, even if i'm at the perfect time to use them (i'm a beginner) ;p ooops

    • @lindamulhall1055
      @lindamulhall1055 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Particularly when you are matching seam lines on something like princess seams where one piece curves in and one piece curves out matching notches is critical to making the two pieces come together correctly. As a beginner, you may want to think about the fact that experienced sewists use these faithfully for good reason. You will reduce puckers, etc significantly and have a more professional looking garment if you work like a professional.😁

    • @courtneytwait3351
      @courtneytwait3351 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@lindamulhall1055 couldn't agree with you more. Making the snips is extremely simple and fast. No need to cut out the triangles, and seems rather ridiculous to continue to ignore if you want your sewing skills to improve.

  • @tammyjohnson8150
    @tammyjohnson8150 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    As a beginner, I pin the pattern mark all the notches with a pen (or chalk) , and then take the smaller scissors and cut around the notches first. Then when I use my rotary cutter, it goes very smoothly and quickly. Because I can clearly see when I’m coming up to a notch. It sounds like extra work, but it really isn’t as I do it so quick. And since I am still learning, it reinforces the pattern in my mind.

  • @patriciacole7976
    @patriciacole7976 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Omg I just found out I’ve been doing them wrong and sewing them as triangles. Lol, thanks for teaching me what they are for.

  • @kimberlycooper4170
    @kimberlycooper4170 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow. I knew to cut the triangles. But, I didn't know any of the other info, didn't even know why to do it.
    Also, it was good to know the 3 ways of how to indicate where the triangles are. It helps us not judge other sewers as "doing it wrong".

  • @mbailey2774
    @mbailey2774 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    As a very new sewist...12 months only. I started with a group sewing (my fav fabric shop called it a “B*tch and stitch) setting and left the group 7 months later still none the wiser although a whole heap more determined. I then enrolled in an on line course to do pattern making and garment construction...nothing like heading straight for the deep end. I bought a notching tool! I much rather use your nick nick method. I think it keeps it tidy, I will also use the nick and mark method. I used to watch my mother and grandmother sewing and sadly they never got around to teaching me what they did, I used to think they were magical....now I know Sewing is a Superpower!

  • @mymai2792
    @mymai2792 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Cool timing ...I was thinking about notches watching another channel - it was cut too close to the stitch line & it frayed.
    My preference - cut triangles outward of pattern for extra fabric... but like you say it's easy to forget.
    Thanks for the tip - didn't know 1 notch for fronts, 2 notches for backs!

    • @Evelyn__Wood
      @Evelyn__Wood  3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      😀 Now you know the secret of th her double notch! I'm glad this was good timing for you! Thanks for watching !

    • @trishgrant2715
      @trishgrant2715 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I also have always cut them outwards from the edge because that’s what my mother did. So much easier to see. I also make them larger than the pattern, especially for gathered items.

  • @johncolin86
    @johncolin86 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Omg the bonus tip, blew my mind haha

  • @slothburglar
    @slothburglar 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    No idea what I'm doing, sewing something for the first time. Did NOT understand I needed to cut the notches UP from the envelope. Thank you so much!

  • @franrobertson9024
    @franrobertson9024 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the marked mini nick idea!

  • @annahackman2539
    @annahackman2539 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I forgot to say thank you. I never really paid attention that the double and single triangles are usually for back and front precess. Now I will have to pay more attention.

    • @Evelyn__Wood
      @Evelyn__Wood  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😄 Your most welcome! I'm glad you have a new little trick up your sleeve!

  • @Upside_Nay
    @Upside_Nay 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I felt overwhelmed with understanding the notches so haven't progressed with my project. I feel more prepared now. Thank you.

  • @angiehomeschoolmom3269
    @angiehomeschoolmom3269 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks for explaining the difference between single and double notches.

  • @rtblade4
    @rtblade4 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I am two weeks into my sewing journey and this video has been very helpful!

  • @biskey900
    @biskey900 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Huge lightbulb moment! I just started sewing and have trouble reading all the crazy symbols on patterns. I was just abiut to brave cutting out my first dress pattern today, you have such great timing! 😄 THANK YOU 💖

    • @Evelyn__Wood
      @Evelyn__Wood  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Perfrct timing! Happy sewing!

  • @TheKnallkorper
    @TheKnallkorper 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Your videos have helped me improve my sewing skills IMMENSELY. Thank you so much for your videos

    • @Evelyn__Wood
      @Evelyn__Wood  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aww I'm so happy to hear that!! 😀😀

  • @lunasmum6869
    @lunasmum6869 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I used to cut a 'nick' in my fabric for the notches when I was a girl but got fed up when I had to let out a garment and there was a cut in the seam allowance. I wasn't very old when I decided that marking the notch was the best thing. We didn't have anything like the internet then, not even calculators! When I was sewing clothes for my children I had to have a lot of seam allowance to allow for growth of the children and clipping the notches would have meant I couldn't let out to the full amount. There wasn't such a variety of marking pens then either so I used whatever I could find and marked the reverse of the fabric so it wouldn't show if I needed to let the seam out. I used tucks to shorten dresses and let them down as necessary covering the fold line with braid or something suitable.

  • @susansams1027
    @susansams1027 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you so much for all the advice. Also special thanks to Evelyn for showing us all these great tips. So glad I found this TH-cam. 😄

    • @Evelyn__Wood
      @Evelyn__Wood  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching Susan! 😄

  • @elaine58100
    @elaine58100 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    The only thing is when overlocking/serging which ever method is used, disappears. So now I use the chalk/pen method and draw a line at least 2" so it is visible after overlocking/serging that seems to work for me 😊

    • @LittleMissCyclone
      @LittleMissCyclone 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Wouldn't you join the pieces and THEN overlock?

    • @elaine58100
      @elaine58100 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes I suppose that would be a more logical way to do it. I don't suppose there is any right or wrong way. Thanks 👍

    • @SebbieSaurus22
      @SebbieSaurus22 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@LittleMissCyclone That depends on the project. When I'm working with a fabric that frays, I cut out one pattern piece and then immediately overlock around that piece before moving on to cutting out the next piece.

  • @KuwaCraft
    @KuwaCraft 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I've only been sewing for 2years. All videos I've watched to teach me have always used nicking. I didn't know that was a advanced technique.

  • @nyokadean8624
    @nyokadean8624 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It's nice to see you putting out your past videos! I hope that means you are feeling good today 😊

  • @ginabisaillon2894
    @ginabisaillon2894 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I’d say do the nicks only if you’re 100% sure of the fit because they pretty well exclude letting the garment out by the seam allowance.

    • @Evelyn__Wood
      @Evelyn__Wood  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      You are absolutely right Gina! Thanks for making a note of it!

    • @sapphirecamui6447
      @sapphirecamui6447 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I have some hand-me down clothes from family, that are actually hand-made, and they have gigantic seam allowances XD I'm talking about 5cm? (2 inches?) And I'm not even over-reacting.This is possible for patterns that don't already have the seam allowance included: you trace your pattern piece on the fabric, and then go around that with the measure tape/device and add the seam allowance you want. You'll want each piece of fabric to be serged/finished separately, so that you can actually use the seam allowance. Though, of course, depending on how much bigger you want the item, the original pattern won't fit/look the same. If you noticed, curved lines usually curve differently for larger sizes compared to the smaller ones.
      Just some thoughts. ;p

    • @katherinemorelle7115
      @katherinemorelle7115 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Sapphire Camui I personally add larger seam allowances in certain areas- basically, where I know that I gain weight. So it works for me, and I don’t have to sew up a whole new garment if I do gain weight. And if I take something in because I’ve lost weight, I keep that extra seam allowance there. Unfortunately, I have learned my lesson before- I have gone up and down a fair bit in the last decade, and constantly buying new clothes is just too expensive.
      And I do the same for my daughter’s clothes. Now that she’s a teen, I can see where I need to put a bit of extra seam allowance, just in case. And I do also make deeper hems, though as she’s always complaining, those don’t seem to be as necessary. She’s rather a short thing. But being able to quickly let out or take on a seam has definitely saved my wallet more than a few times!

    • @suzannegogranogo9464
      @suzannegogranogo9464 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I started using the nick method when I got a serger and finished all the edges of my pieces before I sewed them together.

    • @janeseemann2527
      @janeseemann2527 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And I would add to that, don’t ever do a nick on a fabric with a high susceptibility to fraying.

  • @geerthevanderveer9649
    @geerthevanderveer9649 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    In my patterns I mostly have to add the seam allowances when I cut. I have learned to cut the little triangles upside down in the fabric. I like your TH-cam video's. Greetings from Holland.

  • @michelelommasson5970
    @michelelommasson5970 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I loved this video! Such good content, as always.
    I have used all of the methods outlined in the video. Most often I use the nick method, but will mark over it if the fabric is difficult.
    While I was watching this video, I was putting together the side seam of a vintage blouse pattern I am making. I noted to myself how bad it would be to ignore the notches because the blouse seam is so straightforward. There is a small amount of ease right beside the bust. It would be easy to miss without notches, and would have ruined the look of the blouse entirely!
    Notches are important.

  • @cardstockcreations7497
    @cardstockcreations7497 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you sooo much Evelyn! I am so glad I found your channel. Your expertise and teaching is awesome. I quilt, but haven't sewn clothes since 1994 and I sewed some coulottes and tops for myself and a button down shirt for my husband for a vacation in Hawaii. I even made a matching purse to one of the outfits. I did a lot of sewing for my 4 children as toddlers. I never had any training, and oh what a struggle! I look forward to watching many more of your videos to make some simple clothes for myself and grandchildren. I also adore your clothes and head wraps. And, your beautiful smile. You are beautiful inside and out. 😊

  • @paulamiller8386
    @paulamiller8386 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My mum taught me to cut the little nicks when I was 14. School was not happy about it but it worked for me then and still does.

  • @sharonadams7465
    @sharonadams7465 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Hi Evelyn, love your tutorials. I love the snip and mark idea. Also will start to cut v out of pattern, would make life so much easier. Also never knew what double v was, now I do. Thank you 🙂

  • @tarotoculus
    @tarotoculus ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your channel. It's been very helpful for reminders and explaining patterns. I really, really appreciate it!

  • @odetteboudreau5970
    @odetteboudreau5970 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great tutorial, I learned something new, the single notches indicate a front piece, the double notches indicate a back piece. Thank you!

    • @MelanieTheMedium
      @MelanieTheMedium 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too! Didn't know this! Thank you Evelyn!

  • @MWPNW
    @MWPNW 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Geez. . . I’ve been cutting the triangles into the seam allowance for 20+ years. Marker method here I come!

  • @mchristofas
    @mchristofas 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I started sewing bags and canvas last year but love your channel! Really top notch!

  • @sarabockenstedt9237
    @sarabockenstedt9237 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love the hybrid notch, going to try that on my next project. Thank you so much for this series of "basic" sewing knowledge. It's amazing how much I have forgotten over the years.

  • @susanswanson7757
    @susanswanson7757 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for explaining the notches on a pattern. I absolutely love the outfit in the background.

  • @1bobcat4114
    @1bobcat4114 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You have given me such great information. I am excited to get started sewing a vest for my daughter's costume.

  • @Sestra_Prior
    @Sestra_Prior 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Definitely going to be trying the snip notch method, having suddenly become incapable of using scissors properly, so I don't have to struggle cutting out little triangles!

  • @thebratqueen
    @thebratqueen 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I appreciate how straightforward this was for someone like me who didn't even know patterns had notches sometimes. :D

  • @shelleylyall4144
    @shelleylyall4144 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for all your fabulous and helpful suggestions. This very topic just came to light in my sewing lessons, I had no idea about the single and double notches. Since watching your video I think I will cut the pattern notches out and use the pen marking technique. I just love the videos.

  • @veronicafreimuth9161
    @veronicafreimuth9161 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for this information. I use to hate notches but now I know why they are there. It is a sort of reference to help make the creating of my new project easier.

  • @TheMetatronGirl
    @TheMetatronGirl 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ooooh! Snip & mark! Great idea!!

  • @lynnniblock8355
    @lynnniblock8355 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you Evelyn, I didn't know until recently the reason for the double notches in the back and only one notch in the front on patterns, even though i've been dressmaking for about 3 decades now! I like all your tutorials that you bring to your channel :-)

  • @semco72057
    @semco72057 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like the video and you have given all of us more information to use when sewing and I will remember this video on making notches on the material and how to use markers or pencils to mark the location of them using the pattern to go by. I thank you very much for all the information you share with us, especially beginners like myself.

  • @mollycabrera
    @mollycabrera 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the tips on notches!

  • @emilysheets6168
    @emilysheets6168 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us. This is the first time I'll be making a dress for my daughters. The knowledge you've shared literally made my life so much easier. Thank you again. I really learned a lot about notches

  • @beth7467
    @beth7467 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I had no idea. I started out by notching out an actual triangle shape into my fabric. Now I just snip the fabric a bit.

  • @cherylp.3347
    @cherylp.3347 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’ve recently started with a little snip into the seam allowance for notches, two snips for a double notch. And thanks for the extra tip, I didn’t realise the double notch was usually on the back piece. I’ll start watching for that now.

  • @melissa7233
    @melissa7233 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I learned something new. I've been sewing off and on since highschool for more years than I'm willing to say, and I didn't know about single/double notches indicating front/back. Thanks.

  • @shirleybecker495
    @shirleybecker495 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My great grandmother owned a dress shop way back in her day (early 1900s)
    She taught my mother how to sew and mother taught me the basics. Always using the little nip in the fabric to mark. Mother used the V to cut into the fabric because she couldn't find the nips to match them up, but then she didn't give fabric grain much consideration either. I learned a lot of "don'ts" in sewing from her. But g grandmother was a true seamstress from hand to machine sewing. I seem to have copied her style even if I'm far from her perfection. Still learning after almost 50 years. Lol

  • @GaminGawdess
    @GaminGawdess 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    great tips and the nick notch i looove!!!!!

  • @stacy.7955
    @stacy.7955 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks, I didn’t know the difference between the single and double notches. Super helpful to know!

  • @ellendempsey7865
    @ellendempsey7865 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Evelyn,I really enjoy your videos I have been sewing for 5 years I go to a sewing class every other week but your videos have really helped me thank you so much 😊 I still cut the notches out ❤️

  • @Luna-xt1nc
    @Luna-xt1nc 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m new to sewing but I think I will try marking them with my chalk. Thanks for all the videos and for taking the time to teach us (me), I have learned a lot from you 😃

  • @paulpostle7113
    @paulpostle7113 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really informative and has helped my confidence in making my first shirt ( and enjoyable! ) I bought a vintage pattern and did not know what the double notches were. Many thanks Pp

  • @trudywolcott7419
    @trudywolcott7419 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    As always, thank you so much!😄👏🏼

  • @onesma1729
    @onesma1729 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great tips! I always just cut them out (sweating the whole time) nice to know that there are other ways!

  • @DoctorWhoFanatic09
    @DoctorWhoFanatic09 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I transfer notches by drawing them, although I never thought to cut into the pattern to make marking easier. I did wonder about the single vs double notches, and it's definitely going to be helpful going forward!

  • @banthony8545
    @banthony8545 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great tips-I also don't fold my pattern pieces away till I'm just about done. Just in case I missed some thing or want to measure some more. Yes those triangles are a pain to cut out! I was so pleased when I learned I didn't have to do them.

  • @margiecook6379
    @margiecook6379 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for teaching this. It's something that is needed to show where the pieces need to meet, but as someone who has been sewing for awhile I just do my own thing and don't think about the notches anymore. Thinks for the reminder.

  • @nancypankhurst-sterling9261
    @nancypankhurst-sterling9261 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Perfect timing... I used to sew 40 yrs ago. Just started again with a girlfriend that's interested. Picked up a pattern to 'Test' out our skills. I cut the pattern pieces but instead of notching outwards I cut the notches inwards (oooops). Thankfully the fabric we're using is scrap. We wanted to use something we're OK messing up before moving on to our 'real' fabric. Back to the cutting board !!!

  • @ruthkirkparick3535
    @ruthkirkparick3535 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Every once in a while, I either try to cheat or just miss marking the notches. It is so nice to have your enjoyable lessons to review and reinforce the importance of paying attention and not cheating on the important things. In the case of double notches, I also use matching coloured pins to mark the backs of the pieces that are to be sewn together, before I remove the pattern tissue. It also helps a lot when the right and wrong sides of the fabric are hard to discern.

  • @sandreawhite7534
    @sandreawhite7534 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video!

  • @janetd4862
    @janetd4862 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hope you’re doing well! This old video came up in my feed. I started making my own clothes in the late 60s. I likely learned about notches in home ec class. Nowadays, I make fewer clothes but have been making bags and accessories. Instead of notches, I usually marked with air-erasable, or heat-erasable pens. The only problem was - the marks sometimes disappeared before needed them. On Facebook, someone mentioned a pattern notcher….I’d never heard of one. I ended up ordering one online, and it has become a favorite tool. Like you mentioned, I am careful to keep the notch at half the seam allowance.
    Again, hope you’re doing well, and will be back o making videos soon. God bless!

  • @rovertyesmar
    @rovertyesmar 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The double v single notches thing blew my mind! Thanks for solving that mystery I've always wondered about! :)

  • @bboice08
    @bboice08 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Evelyn!! Hope you are well will check for updates! God Bless you. I am in beginning stages of garment construction.

  • @patricegeyen6713
    @patricegeyen6713 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, Evelyn - as usual I have learned something from you and your subscribers' comments. I learned to mark the notches as you noted by cutting out the triangles into the fabric which caused so many cutting issues! I also had the "ah-ha" moment when I learned to cut or mark the notch into the seam allowance but sometimes cannot find the little nicks so like your suggestion of the dual method. One thing I found is that by nipping into the seam allowance at the notch on curves I am also "clipping" somewhat before stitching to ease a curved seam - after staystitching, of course.

  • @anneburke2405
    @anneburke2405 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for those explanations, I didn’t know there was a difference between double & single notches, it makes more sense now. I’ve been cutting a tiny "v" into the fabric for notches which is working for me but I think I’d be better using a marker as well. Thank you again Evelyn.

  • @leearellano5303
    @leearellano5303 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great advice THANK YOU!!

  • @cristinastefan3283
    @cristinastefan3283 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the tips!To be honest,i ignored them!But from now one i belive the last tip work for me!

    • @Evelyn__Wood
      @Evelyn__Wood  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope it works for you! 😀

  • @ladonnawashington1643
    @ladonnawashington1643 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was so informative! Thank you!

  • @florisanogueira4681
    @florisanogueira4681 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love to do them in a triangle but pointing inwards. I had various industrial cutting technicians point out to me it prevents ripping of the fabric and I found it to be true. If they are pointing outwards they do the same but it's more time consuming. I learned on one of my internships that the outwards triangles are awesome for laces so you can see them better and also prevent ripping.
    Thank you for the great video!

  • @wifeoftim
    @wifeoftim 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you Evelyn! I recently was cutting out a pattern that had those triangles. Ugh! I will try marking them because I have to admit, I have forgotten to notch and had to look at the pattern piece to figure out where the notch was supposed to be.

  • @trixiebelden8197
    @trixiebelden8197 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, I did enjoy this talk about notches 👍The most efficient way for me, is to snip into the seam with scissors as I cut around the pattern piece; quick and accurate. As a beginner, I would also place a pin so the front and back pieces stayed together for sewing.

  • @dorflyn
    @dorflyn 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I learned from you, again today! Double notches on the back!! Who knew?? I have progressed to the snip. I was taught to fold the pattern with fabric still pinned to the patter and cut the triangle out of the seam allowance. But I revised a couple of years ago that this was not giving me consistent marks. Thank you!!

  • @pajaritap
    @pajaritap 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So helpful:) I am watching all these videos after my first project, in which I actually cut the triangles into the seam allowance. Oops 😳
    Ms. Wood, you are a pleasure to learn from, and your content is on point. Thank you very much!

    • @Evelyn__Wood
      @Evelyn__Wood  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching! I'm sure this will speed up you're sewing process!😀

  • @mcbab51
    @mcbab51 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So useful thank you. Didn’t know about the single notch for the front and double for the back ! I tend to be a bit too casual about my notches, will take better care in future 😉

  • @denisemc607
    @denisemc607 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the nick with chalk❤ thank you - in my second career I am looking to up cycle clothes with new life…. First for myself and then maybe a business xx

  • @MissRedheadRapunzel
    @MissRedheadRapunzel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Sometimes, if I know I'm going to be fiddling with the pattern a lot, I do a small tailor's tack close to the edge. One centimetre parallel to the edge in contrasting thread. That way if I'm overlocking something, I can still clearly see the notch and it will end up in the seam allowance where no one will see it

    • @Evelyn__Wood
      @Evelyn__Wood  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is a great method!!

  • @marioduvernay5840
    @marioduvernay5840 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Aunty Evelyn! You saved me a lot of pain

  • @whiteraven8322
    @whiteraven8322 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So many times have I put a sleeve in backwards because I didn't realize that the double notches are for the back and the single Notch is for the front, usually; this is going to help me tremendously thank you so much Evelyn and this whole video will help i hated cutting out notches especially when I'm making a thinker paper copy of the pattern I would alway cut them out as if it was fabric, and wasted so much time trying to get my scissors around the corners of the notches

  • @bebesamatalie1475
    @bebesamatalie1475 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would like to thank you for explain how important notches are and the different method is leve2 similar to level 3 I understand level 3 but I did not quite get level 2 I know level1: you make learning to sew such fun.I enjoy your skill videos, thank you once again bs

  • @mayahammod5584
    @mayahammod5584 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good idea nick and mark as i lose them sometimes using overclocker . Thanks hun xx

  • @jackaitken1071
    @jackaitken1071 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your videos, your instruction is easy to follow, love the pro’s and con’s approach on some. Really interested in joining vintage sewing club as I’m in Darwin and not really any sewing schools here. I’ll get on your website to contact you. Ps i always feel uplifted after watching your videos, love your positive approach. I think sewers are just happier people, something magic about sewing. Annalisa

  • @ReneePowell
    @ReneePowell 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I do the snips in the seam allowance, for exactly the reasons you noted - it’s easier, and it’s more precise. If a fabric is prone to fraying I might also mark it with my fabric pen so I don’t lose track of the location. I do snips in the seam allowance for all notches, match lines, and dart legs. The latter makes it SO much easier to line up darts accurately!

  • @Willowfire26
    @Willowfire26 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really enjoyed this video. Well...actually, I enjoy them all. Point here though, I really liked tip number 2. Cutting out triangles are such a pain and it never bodes well when you accidentally cut to far in on the pattern! Great tips and a great video. Thanks so much.

    • @Evelyn__Wood
      @Evelyn__Wood  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      😀 I'm glad yoy enjoyed it!! Thanks so much for watching!

  • @katekennedy4730
    @katekennedy4730 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've recently upgraded to cutting the notches in after seeing it on a TH-cam video and thinking...AHHH! GENIUS!🤣 Didn't know about the double versus single though, so thank you!

    • @Evelyn__Wood
      @Evelyn__Wood  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      😄😄 I'm glad to help!