Hi Friends! If you're looking to purchase any needles or threads I mention in the video, I have links in the description! If you're looking for a one-stop-shop for good hand sewing needles and thread, check out Burnley & Trowbridge - www.burnleyandtrowbridge.com ❤️
@racheldavis54824 жыл бұрын
OMG I Needed this video! The first and last tips are going to help me so much. It never even occurred to me that needles would make much of difference until I heard you say it. I mean, obviously, if you have crappy tools then your experience and end product are going to be kinda crappy too. Also, thank you for spelling out the importance of basting because catching threads on pin heads is SO frustrating. P.S. I just inherited my Grandma's thimble and it fits. I'm super excited to use it and also her French curve.😁❤ Edit* Just for clarification, Grandma is still with us. She has arthritis, so, she doesn't crochet and sew anymore.
@sarahconte90834 жыл бұрын
What size linen thread would you suggest?
@evi67844 жыл бұрын
thank you sooooooo much! I just started sewing a few days ago (finally!!!) and I'm always uncomfortable looking up tutorials from youtubers I don't know at all and how much I can trust, and while I could theoretically just ask my mother, who was good at sewing, I really prefer to not disturb her? So yeah this video feels like it is a gift from heaven just for me, with that perfect timing and all ^^' and now I can also find out how to use a thimble, that was the very first thing I made just because I knew that everyone says it is crucial but I don't actually know how and why, so I'm excited to find that out! Again, thank you ^^
@AM-os4ty4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@hannayaklin41634 жыл бұрын
Do certain kinds of thread twist less than others?? Every time I get in a rhythm (whip stitching) I have to stop and untwist my thread.
@MorganDonner4 жыл бұрын
BASTING BAES! It's the mockup of the stitch world, 100% recommend!
@AbbyCox4 жыл бұрын
YAASSSSSS
@AbbyCox4 жыл бұрын
"Basting Queens! Young and Free of Pin-in-nniinngggggg* 💃🏻💃🏻👸🏻👸🏻
@meeseification4 жыл бұрын
And pins are evil. They draw blood.
@AM-os4ty4 жыл бұрын
@@meeseification - I have had this same problem forever with them. I thought I was the only person who didn't get how to stay away from the pointy ends
@meeseification4 жыл бұрын
@@AM-os4ty pointy things love perforating me. You are not alone 😁
@XOXCGEANE3 жыл бұрын
Fun fact: Pin cushions usually come w/a smaller version of it attached by a string. That small version hanging off a dongle is NOT an extra pin cushion. It's filled w/graphite & its purpose is to sharpen your needles. Just jab it in & out until you reach your desired sharpness! 😊
@DDs8782 жыл бұрын
Good to know👌😯
@edieweiss5797 Жыл бұрын
Wow, that is interesting!! Who new? Thank you!
@edieweiss5797 Жыл бұрын
I meant knew!
@mads.arnautov Жыл бұрын
WHAT OMFG THATS WHAT THE TEENY PEPPER ON MY TOMATO PINCUSHION IS??? I thought it was for the cat to have something to bap at while he watches you?????
@stardeki Жыл бұрын
@@mads.arnautov that is the cutest interpretation of that pepper i've ever heard of. i'm sure a kitty would enjoy it too! just be sure there's no needles in there :)
@zoenightshade30533 жыл бұрын
"Most needles made today are crap." totally agree. I accidentally sat on a needle once, and instead of poking me, it BROKE! It just shattered into like 5 pieces!
@user-guigui012 жыл бұрын
I also accidentally sat on a needle, because I forgot I placed it in the chair, pointing up. It bent over, cutting my thigh and groin slightly, 'cause instead of getting up, I dragged myself out of the chair. I found out at night or at the next day, if I'm correct. Hhhh.
@catherine55262 жыл бұрын
next time I test the quality of a needle, I'll make sure to sit on it. Thanks for the tip :)
@JayPersing Жыл бұрын
Thats...not ideal
@AT-ox9npАй бұрын
@@catherine5526😂😂
@WandaKay4u2c3 жыл бұрын
I had NO IDEA needles had changed so much! I have been fighting with newer needles thinking that age sure does a number on your ability to hand sew. It never occurred to me that I was dealing with inferior tools. Thanks for the education! Will be purchasing proper needles right away... Getting a thimble too... Had always been told I should use one, but never saw the proper technique demonstrated like you do.... Who says you can't learn new tricks?
@sonipitts4 жыл бұрын
Holy crap, that needle close-up. I had no idea there was so much difference in quality. No wonder I have so much trouble threading needles these days. ~glares in betrayal at plastic circle container of cheap needles~
@indigohalf4 жыл бұрын
I should have known- the plastic container isn't well-made, either!
@happyplaceknitsandsews16943 жыл бұрын
I didn't know any better and bought the plastic circle cheap needles as well T_T
@junecooper3 жыл бұрын
Yes, I also have the plastic circle container of cheap needles, but not so long ago I bought DMC needles and even if I couldn't see much difference (not with the naked eye), they felt SO different!
@sonipitts3 жыл бұрын
@@junecooper It's amazing the difference good tools make!
@sayuriando33793 жыл бұрын
Those are needles I wouldn't touch.
@AnimalVegetableMineral4 жыл бұрын
Re: basting instead of pinning; head explode. I thought hand sewing just...always...sucked. "Ah crap, caught on a pin. Ow, poked by a pin. Gah, I'm tangled again." Also, now I'm going to go through all of my needles. Before this video I thought, "it's pointy metal with a hole in it, how can they mess that up?" The decline in quality of literally EVERYTHING over the past few decades really, really, really blows.
@AbbyCox4 жыл бұрын
Come over to basting & better needles! It will make everything soo much better!
@TJtheBee4 жыл бұрын
Consumerism: the less quality, the more it needs replacing, the more you spend towards that company. There are VERY few things that are a single time purchase anymore. And then we realize how prices through the decades have gone UP instead of down......
@stevezytveld65854 жыл бұрын
@@TJtheBee And don't even get me started on the frustration that are the threaders...
@catelynh10204 жыл бұрын
I'm lucky that when i started hand sewing, i got my grandmother's sewing basket including everything in it.she bought stuff to sew with like 70 years ago and then never used most of it. Double checking the two needles i'm using right now and they look to be the higher quality ones. Her knowledge was only really enough for buttons and very small rips. My mother used iron on patches and knew the bare minimum, and i decided i don't like modern clothes and started sewing when a roommate had her sewing machine out to make a cosplay. I have a machine, but hand sewing is more relaxing for me and i can listen to netflix while i do it
@bridgetthewench4 жыл бұрын
I basted gathers after this video. I'm adding ruffles to cutoff shorts, and did the first one using pins. Holy cannoli, the basted leg went so much faster than the pinned leg!
@OriginalR694 жыл бұрын
Many years ago, when I was young ( back in 1970's small town Australia) every pupil in my school was taught the basics of hand sewing once they entered roughly 3rd class or 4th class, from memory (about 9 or 10 years of age for those non-Australian readers ). We had a lovely teacher who taught us our basic stitches and really encouraged us to focus on improving our stitch quality, as beginners, before attempting anything else. She always said, as you have here, Abby, that getting the basics in place was a foundational skill, and from there all other skills could developed. Just like a lot of things in life, we all have to be able to crawl before we can walk! If we get our foundations in place, then everything else flows from there. Being able to undertake basic sewing projects , such as mending, darning, hemming and minor alterations is, I feel, an invaluable life skill. Shame learning the basics is still not part of our school curriculum anymore, as it's such a handy skill to have. Take care and keep up the great work, Abby! xx
@mrsmorris265 Жыл бұрын
The hard part is that teachers cannot teach what they do not themselves know. As a teacher myself, I would love for the older generation to volunteer to come into my classroom and teach students these skills in small groups.
@EmL-kg5gn7 ай бұрын
I would have LOVED that as a kid!!! If you ask around you might be able to find people?
@yulebones3 жыл бұрын
I started teaching myself to sew this year, and I was just ranting to my spouse a few days ago about how hard it is to find good information about basic stuff like what makes a good needle, what we should look for with thread, etc. I'm so glad I found this! Thanks for making it.
@k_golly_g4 жыл бұрын
Ok, you convinced me. I'll try basting. I'm confused though. At what point do you bring in the big eye dropper thing with the rubber bulb on the end?
@AbbyCox4 жыл бұрын
I had to read this 4 times to understand what you were saying...i think i need more coffee 😂
@cedarwriter264 жыл бұрын
Maybe you can use those to suck up the needles that get lost in the carpet.
@k_golly_g4 жыл бұрын
It's a relief to know a pro is as confused about basters as I am! 😜
@TJtheBee4 жыл бұрын
...oh, lord- I may be a king of puns, but when that one hit, it hit! XD
@debbralehrman59574 жыл бұрын
LOL
@PiscesVirago734 жыл бұрын
Wow. I feel very lucky. I inherited my grandma’s sewing machine and full kit when I was 17. I have beautiful sewing needles in the packet from Sheffield UK, I think my Grandma bought them in the 50’s and never opened them.
@ah57214 жыл бұрын
I too inherited a bunch of grandmas never been sewn with needles but from my friends grandmas and they didn't know what to do with all the stuff grandmas and aunties had horded
@PiscesVirago734 жыл бұрын
Amanda H I think those of us that appreciate sewing are very lucky It is definitely becoming, not just a lost art, but a lost basic skill. I have a Dr friend who pays $15 per button to have it sewn on by a tailor.
@ah57214 жыл бұрын
@@PiscesVirago73 that's highway robbery! buttons only take 5min per each I get it if there are like a row of buttons,say 5 of them . I went to the tailor recently for a coat OI didnt want to screwup and he didn't even measure or stick pins in the garment so I just brought it home 0.0.
@catercoz24913 жыл бұрын
What treasures! Happy sewing. :-)
@bethanya992 жыл бұрын
Sew, I'm trying to teach myself to hand stitch via youtube, and I really appreciate you explaining the rational behind basting and how it boosts technique and efficiency. I'm halfway through my first ever project and that will really help me on my next few steps. Thank you Abby!
@Soknik018 ай бұрын
Sew, I see what you did there. Clever way to begin a new thread!
@christinebryant91433 жыл бұрын
I’m English - live in Yorkshire, England and thrilled to hear you recommend English needles. Thanks.
@nyxskids4 жыл бұрын
Note to beginners with low income... Do what you can with what you can get. And as you start to save money, save for better needles, thread, and fabric! (Because she's absolutely right... Yet life is... (Fill in the blank)) Yes, you're going to be frustrated if you need to do this, but if you're really looking to have more a more ethical, independently sustainable, long run cheaper wardrobe, and you can only really start with what you already have or can get on the cheap, think of it preparation for future sewing frustrations as you learn. Also made in China products are crap largely because of the working conditions. So definitely get better products in general when you can manage it and not feed into the system that makes sweat shops the only way to make affordable items. Last point... Recycle. If the crap needles (or anything) you wanna pitch can be recycled, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE do recycle them. **** Edit for new info... Only recycle needles if your local recycling takes them. They will only take them if they mechanically sort the recycling. Safety for workers sorting by hand is extremely important. You can also recycle them into parts of crafts if you're so inclined.
@bridgetthewench4 жыл бұрын
I would also recommend checking ebay. I got a TON of vintage needles for pretty cheap, and the quality is so much better than anything you'll find in the cheap needle packs.
@katherinemorelle71154 жыл бұрын
Sometimes you can get good quality stuff cheap, if you have access to an op shop (thrift store) with a sewing section. I’ve found high quality needles and thimbles there, very very cheap. Also, a heap of buttons, plenty of lace,, and older patterns. But apart from that, I’m using either polyester thread or the cotton thread that was my nana’s (because free is even cheaper than cheap). Because I just can’t justify spending the money on good thread just yet. It’s one of my eventual goals, especially as I find I’m doing a lot more hand sewing than I was when I started out.
@e.s.r58094 жыл бұрын
Save basting thread and any threads you unpick, if you can! It might be hard if you're adjusting a machine sewn garment and the thread can't be removed without cutting it, but if you can take out undamaged thread, pull it through a little beeswax to help prevent it tangling, wrap it round your fingers, and store it for later :)
@e.s.r58094 жыл бұрын
Oh, also! If you have expensive needles and they're becoming blunt, it's possible to sharpen them against a nail file and then polish them smooth again with toothpaste.
@tigs74204 жыл бұрын
@@e.s.r5809 wouldn't using an emery "strawberry" from your pin cushion be easier?
@lauramiller84004 жыл бұрын
I wish people talked more about needles. I feel like that's the one area I know nothing. I have been working on these felt animal kits during my at home time and it's really helping with my neatness and precision in hand sewing. Also learning how important basting is. Felt stretches and slides all over the place if it's not basted.
@Shorty241364 жыл бұрын
Check out some quilters that do English paper piecing they are quite good at talking about needles - Sue Daley she has a few videos on the subject xx
@flamelily14 жыл бұрын
I highly recommend Mary Corbet - she focuses on embroidery, but her knowledge of fabrics, needles, threads etc is amazing. So many amazing resources on her website!
@annamcnarin4 жыл бұрын
I inherited all my sewing stuff from my grandmother. I checked my needles & chuckled when I realized my Gram bought all good stuff- England, all of it. I've been sewing up dog toys and kids pockets with English embroidery needles. 😆
@kyliecunningham80574 жыл бұрын
My grandfather found a box of sewing things at an estate sale years ago and bought it for me- all of the needles I use have come from this! Multiple complete books of beautiful gold eye needles, and dozens upon dozens of loose needles. All perfect and sharp and untarnished. I love them.
@breannadyck34154 жыл бұрын
This convinced me the needles i've been using lately (from one of those plastic circle things) are indeed garbage - they've actually been cutting through my thread as i'm sewing!
@AbbyCox4 жыл бұрын
Flaming. Hot. Garbage!
@cedarwriter264 жыл бұрын
I've been using plastic circle needles too, and I wondered why I'd have times my thread somehow got lodged in the hole. The zoom lens reveals!
@ragnkja4 жыл бұрын
If you suspect your needles are garbage, you’re probably right. The circumstantial evidence definitely points towards them being garbage.
@Donteatacowman3 жыл бұрын
I think I've scrounged ALL of my needles and thread from dollar shops over the last decade. When I started embroidering, I wanted to use the full thread instead of separating into 6 strands, since the thread always gets snagged or torn or knotted that way. I had to specially buy a tapestry needle (huge eye, very dull). I'm like, I KNOW this isn't what I'm meant to do. But the only store in our town that carries sewing supplies didn't have anything I needed, so, eh... country girls make do?
@LaDivinaLover4 жыл бұрын
I feel like I’ve gotten VERY lucky with my free packs of assorted needles. I couldn’t tell you what brands they are now because they’re in a cushion but I just did a quick inspection and all of my needle eyes are very well finished and have held their points FOREVER. Lol
@OneDirection2V2 жыл бұрын
Mine is too and I bought it in my local market. Its rusty now (after 7 years) in parts of the shaft but it is because I live in Lima where the humidity gets as high as 90%.
@andrewbigelow14153 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for this! As an "accidental sewist" this was really useful to me. And please, don't sugar-coat it; tell us how you really feel about cheap needles!
@Oldstudent423 жыл бұрын
This is wonderful! I'm a historical interpreter for the early 19th century and I do a lot of hand sewing. I've also been sewing since the early 1970s. This FINALLY put things in an understandable manner.
@SLynch007 Жыл бұрын
A, or should I say an, historical interpreter? I was just thinking how we needed people with those skills, especially in today's culture. And here you are! Who bad the foresight? Please tell me it was you!
@FlybyStardancer4 жыл бұрын
This is sooooooo helpful. I'm currently basing down gathered skirt panels to a waistband because everything was slipping and sliding around so much that no amount of pins would help.
@AbbyCox4 жыл бұрын
Yep! Basting makes life *sooo* much easier!
@katherinemorelle71154 жыл бұрын
I don’t get how anyone can just use pins for anything gathered. I pin (just enough to sort of keep it in place but I can still play around with it to even it out as I go) then I baste it’s to look nice, then I sew over it.
@expatpiskie4 жыл бұрын
My mum taught me to always baste & this was reinforced in needlework classes at school. Fabric lies much flatter when basted which makes life a lot easier. Apart from anything else you don't have to keep stopping to pull the pins out, that goes for both hand and machine sewing.
@miaschu81753 жыл бұрын
I was also taught to baste at school. We only ever used a few pins for marking measurements, never to keep material together for sewing. My hand sewing is almost invisible and it's pretty strong. Unfortunately, I don't know how to make things from scratch, as I stopped needlework as soon as I could! I'm like a beginner, again.
@DanielleStJohn4 жыл бұрын
Foolish as it now sounds, I hadn't really thought about the importance of quality needles. Thank you!
@lajoyous15684 жыл бұрын
I hadn't given needles that much thought until I tried to hand stitch a mask back in March & then realized that all my needles were tapestry needles. Not a sharp to be found in the box.
@mouseluva4 жыл бұрын
I also hadn't given needle quality any thought, but it turns out that I never needed to because I already live in Europe and thus sew with decent ones. Yay :)
@fiemy68884 жыл бұрын
Rebecca Hurford I too live in Europe, and when I saw those first needles I looked like 😳😳 how can that even be sold? And BOUGHT?!?
@cassievanbrunt77914 жыл бұрын
@@fiemy6888 because, many of us just never knew. Mine aren't that bad, (now that I know to look) but I'll buy better in future.
@dawndesu68633 жыл бұрын
It's funny, because I was mandy my mom's dress this week. I started out with a fine needle and realized that I didn't like it and was frantically looking for my usual needle. I have the crappy China needles, too. I noticed when I received them that they weren't that good, but I thought I could hold on to them for an emergency type situation. You know, to carry in my purse
@tpauling094 жыл бұрын
fun fact, on sewing machines, the needle's point wearing out isn't what is going to cause the most trouble, it's the eye with the constant motion of the thread. It's why you'll develop tension problems and thread breaks with an old needle on a sewing machine.
@knittingEillets3 жыл бұрын
wow thanks! Now I know why my thread always broke the last time! I thought: I should change my needle - i think? (I'm a beginner) but then: Nah! for this little thing... it will be fine.... :-P
@allizbest3 жыл бұрын
MIND BLOWN
@goldengryphon3 жыл бұрын
@@knittingEillets Unless someone's already told you - change your sewing machine needle after every large garment, or 8 hours of sewing (cumulative or marathon doesn't matter.
@emilyrln3 жыл бұрын
…unless I keep running over pins, in which case it might be the point wearing out first 😂 Worst is when the needle careens off of a pin and hits the plate instead of going through the hole.
@ChannellCWalker4 жыл бұрын
I love these videos! I tossed 3 packs of needles I'd bought over the years. I was never taught to hand sew. I was 5 when I sat in a corner and mimicked the motions of sewing that I saw on a Looney Toons episode. In middle school, I took a Home Ec class where we made a quick pin cushion but mostly I was taught to use a sewing machine and a serger. Finding this little corner of the internet has been the best thing ever. I'm so glad that your viral video brought me here. Thank you for this video and the video on metal thimbles. I watched it and Bernadette's video on her leather thimble and I learned so much from both of you. From Bernadette, I learned that leather thimbles were a thing and from you, I learned about how thimbles should fit and that there is a thing as a tailor's thimble. With your powers combined, I was able to make my own leather thimble in the tailor's style. It fits so well and is so comfortable I forgot I was wearing it just around the house. I haven't even done any sewing with it yet. Thank you, thank you.
@pixelcat41874 жыл бұрын
i gotta say, they were all super helpful (looking at you needles types) but for real, how to hold the needle when you sew was by far the most important for me. Tutorials usually teach the different stitching points, but never *how* to hold the needle!!! Which is also super important if you wanna be able to use your thimble efficiently too!! So yeah. how to how the needle, by far the best part!! Thank you Abby :3
@margaretmyres56264 жыл бұрын
This was very informative had no idea about hand sewing needles. Also you have a hypnotic effect on my kitten she watched you again with me and settled down for a nap. Except when you were actually stitching she was fascinated. I'm guessing in a previous life she sewed. Thanks for all the information you are sharing.
@cvodthemod21034 жыл бұрын
I am fortunate enough to be the only sewer left from a family of seamstresses Because of this I inherited so many supplies I rarely have to buy anything. Recently I was doing some organizing and found an entire box of stuff including never used needles dating back to the 19teens! What a jackpot! Thank you great grandma kite and Johnson. Great great grandma Griffin and grandma Jo. Miss you all so much.
@meowyimeow4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for tips, Abby, they’re helpful to even this experienced sewist. I’m still not comfortable using an all metal thimble but I love the one I’m using now: it’s silicone with a metal tip (the brand might be Clover). After sewing thimble-free for many years I found I had to, in a way, relearn to sew using a thimble. It was frustrating at first but well worth the extra effort and time in the beginning.
@riannedeinum34584 жыл бұрын
Still getting used to wearing a thimble. But what a difference did wearing one make in the sewing proces. That video came right on time for me.
@leoklein254 жыл бұрын
Can we get a "where to buy fabric"? I´m not living near a fabric district, so I would love to learn about some sellers on the interwebs where I can find good quality fabric, historically accurate or not.
@bridgetthewench4 жыл бұрын
Likewise! I'm in Iowa, so all we have is Joann's and Walmart.
@b.welborndressmaker54204 жыл бұрын
She mentioned Burnley & Trowbridge for needles and threads...but they also have lots of fabric for historical clothing!
@lyreparadox4 жыл бұрын
I've heard good things about Gray Lines Linen (if you're looking for linen) www.mcssl.com/store/gray-lines-linen-inc/apparel-linen
@ReisigSeeds4 жыл бұрын
So much this. I’m in Kansas. our choices are: Hobby Lobby, Walmart, and JoAnn’s. Unless you make a 4 hour drive.
@meredith72994 жыл бұрын
I live near a large city (Cincinnati) and even I have to drive almost an hour across the city for an independent fabric store. And they don’t have much cotton or linen, they’re mostly bridal and upholstery fabrics.
@redxrb3 жыл бұрын
This entire video blew me away! I was always self conscious of my hand sewing technique (or lack thereof) because it always looked messy, no matter how hard I tried. Now I know exactly why and now I'm looking forward to utilizing these tips; especially the basting tip! I hate pinning hems because it takes up so much of my time that I would rather spend actually sewing. Thank you!
@catherinerw14 жыл бұрын
I'm enjoying using up the mercerised cotton thread that came in my grandmother's sewing box for hand-sewing, mostly 40 weight, and on wooden rolls (which tells you how old it must be!). Mostly UK made Dewhurst's Sylko :-) (And yes, I'm wearing a thimble while typing...)
@AbbyCox4 жыл бұрын
Yes! I will also use some vintage thread - I have a huge stash that I purchased years ago, and some of it is still useable!
@catherinerw14 жыл бұрын
@@AbbyCox Thought of another tip... good lighting! Particularly as the northern hemisphere heads into autumn/fall. Something for us ageing types (I'm 50 next birthday, certainly don't feel it though!!)
@lizcademy48094 жыл бұрын
Before you use vintage thread, do a pull test on it. I have a lot of old thread, from spools I had to buy for junior high school home ec classes (45 years ago) to leftovers from my step-grandfather's stash (he was a tailor). Some of the thread is good, some falls apart if you give it a hard look. I use the latter for basting. Off to check my needles ... I have some well-kept vintage needles, lovingly kept in original packaging in a closed drawer, some new from the Big Box Fabric & Craft store.
@catherinerw14 жыл бұрын
@@lizcademy4809 that's one reason why I only use it for hand-sewing non-structural components (like hemming, felling seams etc.). I use the machine with modern polyester for the structural stuff!
@bridgetthewench4 жыл бұрын
I *love* sewing with vintage thread! When making face masks, I sew the seams on the machine with modern thread for speed, then topstitch with vintage thread for precision. I also "wax" it with lip balms that aren't moisturizing enough for my preferences, and it glides so smoothly through the fabric.
@amiejo4 жыл бұрын
To be honest, this video and Nicole’s video about fabric, has collectively increased my knowledge SIGNIFICANTLY. I’ve been sewing for years, although knit and modern wear are more my jam, I am gleaning so much from watching all the Costubers, and my confidence and finishing techniques are getting better. I’m now choosing projects that allow me to practice what I’m learning. Thank you Auntie Abby!!
@Riderules7310 ай бұрын
Can you share what Nicole video you’re relating to? Total beginner here…
@vanessar.60854 жыл бұрын
I'm glad I came upon this channel. I'm learning to sew on my own, because my mom never really taught me (I was a bad student, though. I wanted to hit the ground running). I'm unlearning, learning, and relearning so much. It's a bit overwhelming at times. But I'm also gaining patience in myself and skill level.
@silversprout89743 жыл бұрын
I’m starting hand sewing soon and this video was VERY useful. I’m a long time knitter/crocheter and agree that tools make all the difference. Thank goodness you’ve offered that basting advice, because pinning everything is a nightmare. Thank you!
@TheMetatronGirl4 жыл бұрын
I always wondered why my mom was so specific about her needles!! 🤯🤯🤯 Though, as an avid knitter, it should have occurred to me that all needles are not created equal. Basting, on the other hand, I knew. If you’re using pins while hand sewing, you may as well try sewing cacti together. Technique first!! Yaaaaaassssss!!! All skills are meant to be taught this way...like touch typing, for example! I’m not certain why we forget this when we teach ourselves new skills? Great tips. I’ve recently acquired a gorgeous corset pattern...I’m thinking it’s time for a hand sewing project!! My machine will be grateful for the vacation, I’m sure. Love, light, and blessings to you and all your doggos & peoples.
@wokares4 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU! I‘d honestly LOVE to get into handsewing more but. just. as a very visual person I feel like there‘s just SO little information out there?? (that isn‘t in old books that make me want to cry) (or i just haven‘t found it yet??) So this is lovely and wonderful and I‘m so happy right now
@winterdavis49194 жыл бұрын
Dear Costume Auntie Abby, I am going through my needles now and ordering new, actually good needles! Thank you for continuing to help all of us improve our sewing!
@mom2natopotato Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for all the information you share. Thanks for taking the time. I'm 55 and still learning.
@halmond93754 жыл бұрын
Couple observations from beginner. 1. Good metal thimbles are hard to find. I can not tell how many shops I have gone trough with trying to find one that is shaped and sized so that it would be comfortable to wear. Prym that is European brand has one that is shaped like pyramid with flat top. I guess the idea is that it fits to as many as possible but that makes it super uncomfortable to wear longer. And seriously who has their finger shaped like that?? The ones that I bought had rim that came out enough to start to rub the next finger. That was easy to solve with pair of pliers to bend it down. Size is still bit a problem with that one but it at least is wearable. The hunt is going to continue with the try to find the good thimble. 2. Number ten needle is effing hard to find!! Apparently Finns doesn't like that size needle. So far I have found it only in one box with assortment of needles. I think there was five different sizes so only couple size ten needles. I think there was only one option from Clover even in the online store that I found in Finland that was specialized to sewing products. As said hard ones to find in this country. 3. Prym needles that are made in Czech republic are descent needles when it comes to quality. I haven't had any issues with them and the eyes are clean. They are carried in grocery stores in here and the embroidery needles that I have a lot, since I do embroidery, are good ones. I haven't had any complains with them so far. But that is European made brand so there is that. edit number 4. Smaller needles are actually better. I had hard time to believe this. I was in belief that the longer needles are somehow better and easier to control. Finally gave up and tried smaller needles and found out that those are for real easier to aim where you want them to go. So believe when it is told you that smaller needles are better lol. And lastly, start with small projects like pouches or masks that will get done in decent time. That makes it feel like it will not take life time from you to get things done and if you are not happy with the stitching quality it will not be a big problem since it is not something that you will wear years from now. It will work as a pouch that hold things that you need it to hold even if the stitches are not as neat as you want them to be.
@m.maclellan71473 жыл бұрын
Here in the U.S. I bought about 10 thimbles fairly cheeply on EBay. They arrive in a few days. I wasn't sure my size, so I figure a mix should find something that works ?! I went with metal, used. All kinds of decorative ones on there, but most don't look like they actually are anything but decoration.
@halmond93753 жыл бұрын
@@m.maclellan7147 I have bought three so far. One I left straight to the store because it was shaped like round pyramid with flat top. That thing hurt just to try on. But so far all of them have had some issues when wearing them. That is why I thought that I want to check the antique type shops first to see if they have second hand ones from the time those were norm to be used. I think I will check the ebay also though. I have to say that I didn't think that thimbles were so tricky things lol.
@sayuriando33793 жыл бұрын
I'm from germany and I have only seen Pym needles. I think they have some in size 10. I have currently a set that goes up to 9 but I know they have a bigger sets.
@rachellundberg5353 жыл бұрын
When I am sewing the most I find a leather thimble works best, and luckily you can hand sew that to your own specifications. If you want extra protection sandwich a small piece of metal between the leather layers at the finger tip. Fits like a glove
@barberton36953 жыл бұрын
@@rachellundberg535 thata great idea!
@Emnms684 жыл бұрын
Me:*basting fabric while watching new video* Abby: Baste your fabric! Don’t argue with me Me: I AM, Abby. I am I swear!
@DaisyByDesign4 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU My hand sewing has improved so much just by following these tips!!! I've always sewn by hand but it's been a mess before! I'm shocked by how small my stitches are and how neat they are!
@annguglielmino89894 жыл бұрын
ALL. OF. IT. I am 62 and my mother showed me how to sew when I was a young'un. I was never happy with my machine or hand sewing and gave it up decades ago. Till I found you, Bernadette, Morgan etc on KZfaq. Now I want to sew again and do it right. The info in this video is 100% what I needed to hear, 100% stuff I didn't know (except the thimble info, I just bought me a new leather one) and will be 100% followed. Thank you Abby!
@FromtheMPR4 жыл бұрын
I admit I never thought about basting before with my hand sewing. Thanks for the epiphany!
@sonipitts4 жыл бұрын
I've definitely taken to basting with machine sewing as well (either hand-basting or machine basting). It is just soooo much less stress when doing the final seam/hem to not have to be constantly stopping every few inches to pull pins out so you don't sew over them, not having to worry about the fabric shifting along the length of the pin, not getting stabbed by forgotten or hidden pins and not having to worry about a pin catching on and damage the fabric (stares angrily at pulled thread in my current pinned project brought out of time-out storage that I'm going to have to painstakingly finagle back into place because of course it's a delicate lightweight knit whose thread will break immediately if I put too much strain on it).
@oregondrivingadventures75064 жыл бұрын
Abby, you have given me permission to go through the needles and toss them out with wild abandon! Seriously I found several sleeves of assorted needles when I moved. I saved them because well one doesn't just throw out sewing supplies! I'm going to get rid of all but the very best and order better ones. This video was very informative, thank you.❤
@evb1601 Жыл бұрын
I learned hand sewing, crocheting, knitting, and so on as a child. How fortunate was I? What I did not learn is about needles. You have changed my life!!! Thank you, Abby.
@cinemaocd17523 жыл бұрын
About to embark on my first all-hand sewing project and this was incredibly useful. My sewing kit is made up of a lot of hand me downs and there is definitely a lot of garbage thread but the needles are better than what I could buy now because they are 50 plus years old and haven't been out of the packet.
@lolajl4 жыл бұрын
Now I'm going to have to go through my tin box, and weed out the bad needles and taking a good, sharp look at the labels in the back. And hold on to the needle packs from the past. And when I feel like going to antique stores again, look for size 3 thimbles and old needle packs.
@ah57214 жыл бұрын
I have friends who do light sewing. They inherited sewing supply stashes like needles, pins, buttons, zippers an more from their grandmas, aunties etc who sewed because they are the only ones who do sew. They called me and asked if I wanted some stuff after several weeks if weeding out crappy crepe and polyester fabrics. Ended up with some nice needles I am very grateful!
@l.baughman14454 жыл бұрын
Tulip needles (Japan) are also lovely. I’m gutted John James outsourced. That’s just wrong. My packages say made in England. Thank GOD! England, take your skilled manufacturing work back!!!
@dianesawyerdooley44244 жыл бұрын
I'm sewing with a Tulip needle right now and I LOVE it.
@marshaandini46914 жыл бұрын
I also use Tulip needles. I'm glad my home ec teacher reference this needle as our primary go to because they are affordable for us as school sell it. Regal darning needles (japan made) also good for regular sewing.
@lenemotts4 жыл бұрын
Tulips are heavenly to sew with!
@marshaandini46914 жыл бұрын
@@lenemotts YES !!!
@aj18073 жыл бұрын
Yeah, it sucks that companies have to outsource. There's apparently some sort of skilled manufacturing subsidy for at least some trades in England; I know someone who is buying a set of copper type (for foil stamping, not letterpress) and it's cheaper to get a case of metal type made and shipped overseas from the UK to the US than it is to buy from an American manufacturer. Sorry to hear your favorite needles had a quality drop :(
@terrichicosky31664 жыл бұрын
I was taught how to sew by my Mom a lifetime ago, but I have to admit, that the Costuber community has taught me more than I could have imagined. Many thanks.
@kimberlypiter87184 жыл бұрын
Once again! You have given me so much useful information! I hate when I have a needle I'm sewing with and I don't understand why it's so hard to sew with. Thank-you!!! And with so many threads too, you gave us important information to incorporate into better sewing with better superior products. Plus, the hints to "just do it" basting!!! You are helping so many!
@cedarwriter264 жыл бұрын
Oh wow, I just started resorting to basting a few hours before this! I got tired of being jabbed every time I tried on my pieces and hearing the ominous ting of pins falling off into the abyss.
@stevezytveld65854 жыл бұрын
Mister Husband has learned to be terrified of that sound...
@cedarwriter264 жыл бұрын
My Mister Husband keeps calling out, "Found a pin!" from various places in the apartment.
@BiologicalClock3 жыл бұрын
Okay, I'm glad I'm not the only one with a VERY annoyed man in the house yelling "You're still dropping needles everywhere!" anytime he finds yet another pin on the floor.
@ennanitsua4 жыл бұрын
Learned so much thing today. Thank you! One thing that I learned (you didn't say it, but you implied it) is that you have to invest in your materials (needles and thread) to get that consistent quality. ❤️
@bbrosser6943 жыл бұрын
Thanks! You're providing useful and valuable information that will change my decisions about the important tools that I purchase and use for hand-sewing. Awesome!
@AngelDivinity1114 жыл бұрын
I just found a bunch of random thimbles at the thrift store and finally have a thimble in my size :) so excited to use it properly
@femkebeernaert4 жыл бұрын
Yes on everything you said. My sewing education has been with a focus on quality hand tailoring first and then later for industry sewing. While I can sew good quality without pins or basting, my results are better with pins and BEST with basting. Basting gives you so much control. Why use pins (or nothing) to save time and then need to reach for the seam ripper to fix your mistake...
@Marialla.4 жыл бұрын
LOL! As they say, "never time to do it right, but always time to do it over".
@kookiezinski79694 жыл бұрын
I'm researching, just about to begin my first historical costuming adventure. So happy I found your channel. I have 20 yo hand sewing needles in the round plastic thingie, all cotton thread, and have never hand basted anything. I think you just saved my dress's life.
@extrae9053 жыл бұрын
This video is super helpful in terms of understanding modern threads and needles. Thanks, Abby!
@equineohmy4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely the best sewing advice I've ever had. Confidence is higher. Thank you!
@emilia.s4 жыл бұрын
The basting is something i really need to focus on more. Then again, I need actually get back to sewing my cape thats been laying out on the dinner table since March. 😅
@georgeallan19524 жыл бұрын
Emilia S you have no idea how happy that makes me... I’ve had a half decorated kitchen since March. I started in lockdown when I needed to keep busy and well... still not done 😬
@kellyharris33473 жыл бұрын
Thank you Abby!!! I've always pinned my sewing and I have never felt like I was improving but now I'm all about the baste!!! Xx
@Sky-bx9mn2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I'm one of those self-taught types you were talking about and I never learned most of this stuff, so this is great to know. (I even used to think thimbles went on the thumb, since the word sounds like thumb.)
@joiadevita4 жыл бұрын
Okay you're the first and only person to convince me that basting isn't a giant waste of time.
@matey95964 жыл бұрын
This came JUST IN TIME for me! I have recently started learning how to hand sew, but I’ve had so many questions and you just answered a bunch of them! (Time to go buy some proper needles). I learned so much, thank you!!!
@karend53273 жыл бұрын
Absolutely fabulous. I never knew this about needles and most of what you advised here as a newbie about to take a dress in at the sides. Blessings, Karen, UK.
@emmkaa20993 жыл бұрын
This is so cool! I learned this stuff when I was in high school "back in the day" when they taught Home Ec, which included cooking classes. I'm ashamed to say that just two days ago I was sewing with my mom's old needle (that was in one of those plastic wheels) because it felt somehow nostalgic. My sore thimbleless finger AND you have taught me to rethink that choice. This was a fun vid to watch. TYFS. 🤗💗🌞 MK
@rae38594 жыл бұрын
This was so helpful!! Especially about the needles
@m.maclellan71473 жыл бұрын
I have an old "tin" coffee can that I throw away "sharps" in.
@bridgetthewench3 жыл бұрын
I've started doing this as well, it's such a good idea, thank you!
@sillyellie2964 жыл бұрын
Definitely going to be going through my needles tonight! I have tried to stay away from the large unlabeled multi-packs, but have some that aren’t with packaging and likely need to go! I also just bought some cotton thread because I only had polyester. I’m likely still going to use it to use it up and not waste, but may need to look for other thread going forward. I’m also getting out of using polyester fabric despite so many pretty patterns and trying to go with natural fabrics so switching the thread to match! I got a thimble after your other video (ergonomic plastic not metal because the only metal ones I found at big name craft store were terrible quality and I couldn’t actually try it on in the packaging) and LOVE IT! THANK YOU! My husband laughs at me because 9 times out of 10 I completely forget I have it on and then I go to cook or something and realize it. It is sooooooo comfortable. I knew basting was used to hold things in place in troublesome areas or to be able to easily see things on both sides of the fabric, but mind blown on the using it instead of pins. I hate pins and the way the fabric buckled under them and thought about getting some of the sewing clips, but basting seems so much quicker than taking pins or clips on and off repeatedly. Wonderful tips for a beginner hand sewer!
@65pinkrosesYT4 жыл бұрын
Omg what perfect timing! I’m about to start my first real project (a wool cape) and I’m going to hand sew it so I appreciated every tip! Time to get some nice needles and silk thread!!!
@meloncornets3034 Жыл бұрын
Love this. I got a sewing box and machine from my husband's aunt. When organizing the box, I sorted out the needles and pins. I mean, throwing out whole packs of needles. My husband asked why I was doing this. I said "Where do I put my pins?" Pointing to my face. Plus, this was a senior's box. Some of these needles could have been older than me. I used John James needles since it was the only brand besides Clover in my town's fancy enbroidery shop. WHAT A DIFFERENCE! My first needles were dollar store. Now that I know better, I start the year cleaning my machine and clear out my old needles and pins. Then I spend a hefty amount buying new machine and hand sew needles.
@Robin-rk2hf4 жыл бұрын
You prompted me to finally get me some new needles 😂 I've been sewing too long now to still be using those plastic ring needles... With you 100% on basting!! Also just saves you from so many incidents of getting pricked by rampant needles and it's sooo much easier to hold in a good position vs having to dodge stiff pins left and right.
@pay13704 жыл бұрын
After the thimble video i went and filed down my nail, this sacrifice better be worth it lol
@katherinemorelle71154 жыл бұрын
You can get tailors thimbles online (not sure where though), they have an open space at the top for nails. I’ve already got what is often referred to as a “bisexual manicure” (lesbian on the right with short nails on the thumb, forefinger and middle finger, het on the left with longer nails), so thimble wearing isn’t too much of an issue for me. 😂
@annguglielmino89894 жыл бұрын
I got a leather one on Amazon. And Amazon also sells the topless ones.
@ShethTora4 жыл бұрын
You can make leather ones for yourself if you want. Not totally sure how it would work with the nail but since it’s only two pieces of leather sewed together I’m guessing you can leave a nail opening in the top?
@m.maclellan71473 жыл бұрын
@@ShethTora Bernadette Banner has a video on making a leather thimble.
@ShethTora3 жыл бұрын
Margaret MacLellan I know, I made it (and am still trying to get use to it). I’m just not sure if it would work as well with the fingernail sticking out the top.
@Jana4195118 күн бұрын
I recall in one of Stephanie Pearl-McPhee’s books on knitting she made an assumption that she didn’t use her whole hand to knit. When she sustained an injury she found how important her pinky finger was to the whole operation. Thank you for showing this in a sewing format. I don’t think many people realize how much of your hand is involved in the motions.
@jyang1711 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips. I am a male over 70. I love sewing. My mother was a dressmaker.,good at every function, embroidery, making dresses, shirts etc,and NEAT.
@daniellecharland-gruhzit11773 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Abby. I will try the silk thread! And my husband has come home with so many amazing estate sale finds in sewing tools, I'll have to check to see if I have any of those needles you recommend. I wouldn't be surprised. So many were packaged in vintage packaging that I never heard of before. And they are waaay better than the needles of "top brands" here in the US.
@archionblu4 жыл бұрын
Fingers crossed I can figure out how to copy your awesome technique left handed!
@AbbyCox4 жыл бұрын
The woman who really taught me how to hand-sew was left-handed! Just mirror everything, including sewing left to right! Having a lefty on a hand sewing team is always *the best* because 2 people can work on one thing at the same time and never get in each other's way!
@lolajl4 жыл бұрын
You can do it! I'm ambidextrous, which means I write and cut with my right hand, and sew with my left hand.
@stevezytveld65854 жыл бұрын
My Mum was lefthanded. And with the frustration that my Granny went through trying to teach her means that Mum was basically self-taught. Keep at it... So worth the effort. - Cathy (&, accidentally, Steve), Ottawa/Bytown
@kendall70414 жыл бұрын
after a few moons of voraciously consuming costuber videos, I've decided to embark on my first hand-sewing project (i simply must make the shirt Bernadette has previewed) so this video found me in perfect timing, thanks so much for your entertaining teachings!!
@michelelommasson59704 жыл бұрын
Thank you for an awesome video! I love watching another needle and thread snob at work. Such great suggestions! My go to needle has been a 10 embroidery for years. It works for me, and I love it. I love it so much that I order in bulk. My last order was John James; you are right, not as good. I throw out probably one in six, because the eye cuts the thread. The next time I order, I will try Colonial. Thanks for the tip. So very valuable. I hate it when things I depend on change. 😟 Also, basting, so true! Yes the thread gets caught as you sew, but the pins also distort the fabric and cause unevenness in the seam or hem. As for tensioning, I wondered if I actually did it. Since hand sewing is something I’ve been doing since before I can remember (can you say, “passion for sewing?”), I honestly didn’t know. Of course I do! So happy! I never see others breaking thread with their hands and testing the thread’s tensile strength. I thought I was the only one who had to test every type of thread in that way. But you do too. ❤️ I still have much to learn, I’m a sewing machine nerd, and sometimes hand sewing takes a backseat. I can see that I can improve my speed. I’m happy about that. Thank you SEW much for the valuable information!!💕
@Ompe84 жыл бұрын
This was so helpful. Never would have thought that there was a quality issuse re hand needles. I'm going to go inspect my needle now. Thanks!!
@aurorapapillon48833 жыл бұрын
Thank you 😊 I really appreciate you talking about how to identify quality thread and needles and basting! I just didn't even know about basting. I'm an absolute beginner so this video was gold. P. S Would love a video on projects you recommend for practising techniques on, especially historical projects.
@celenameg4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for all of the tips and info!!! I’m a wee baby beginner with sewing and know nothing about what brands have quality products. I was frankly shocked to see that the Bohin needles are just as expensive as regular crappy needles from Jo Ann’s - I have zero excuses for my nasty needles now :P I also wouldn’t have known about Gutermann silk thread being kinda rough and meh. I don’t know anyone else that sews so the Internet has been my only resource. I’ve watched this video twice already and have a few websites bookmarked with some of the products. Thanks again, lovely!!!
@ceciliavaldes31593 жыл бұрын
OMG! The tip about keeping the tension and how to position the fabric is life changing. I’ll be rewatching and pausing and rewinding endlessly!!! Thanks a million!
@tigereyemusic4 жыл бұрын
I couldn’t believe the difference when I first tried Bohin sharps size 10 needles, instead of the random packs of crap. Now all my needles are Bohin, other than my clover sashiko needles.
@isabelleblanchet36944 жыл бұрын
Those cheap needles with raggedy edges around the hole, they cut your thread while you are trying to sew, and then you think that it's you who is not skilled. In sewing, weather it is hand or machine, quality is always important. Quality of needle, quality of fabric, quality of thread, quality of machine, etc.
@love2000amglam3 жыл бұрын
I bet this is my problem. Also have cotton thread.
@isabelleblanchet36943 жыл бұрын
@@love2000amglam cotton thread is one of the weakest.
@josieojeda72353 жыл бұрын
I've been hand sewing for many years since I was 6 yes old before I saved up enough to buy my own sewing machine. My dad taught me a few basics on hand sewing & I self taught myself all these 5 tips you mentioned. Hand sewing was the only way I sewed anything since I was a child. I started making my own barbie clothes as a kid & used sewing with my multi media with my crafting & hemming my own clothes and fixing small snags & tears. I too am very picky with kind of needles & thread I use. I have my own fast sewing rhythm & a few other tricks up my sleeve. I had no idea my basic fast rhythm had a name. (basting) lol!! . You did a great job in explaining important hand sewing basics. Good to know I've been doing things right all these years. Not bad for a self taught child that I was. :)
@cindypierce62694 жыл бұрын
This was a great video, and reminded me of something I learned from my mother. She would always get on me about how long my thread was. She always said to not make your sewing thread longer then the length of your forearm from fingertip to elbow. Only make the thread longer if you work from the middle of the thread going in both directions. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, it is amazing how much basic knowledge and skill has been lost when it comes to sewing.
@ladytaliastorm88824 жыл бұрын
As to the tips - I have a cool leather thimble a friend made for me. So that one aside, the one that "blew my mind" (so to speak) was the tip on sewing needles! I have been sewing for years - just now getting into hand sewing (love it) - but I did not know this about the needles... thank you!! Also the tip dealing with threads was very informative, including the part as to "why" you want to wax your linen thread. I appreciate how you clarified this for me. Oh, I promise to baste from now on, lesson learned 😁
@Marialla.4 жыл бұрын
100% agree with you about basting! I think of it as "Miracle Advanced Flexi-Pins!" (tm). (Dunno why, but giving it a fancy name makes me feel cool like I'm doing an infomercial.) Basting is ten times more secure than pins, stays out of the way of your sewing thread so you don't get hooked up/tangled, it is soft and won't poke you, it lets you try things on for fit without getting poked, it lets you bunch up your project into a carry basket without risk of things shifting out of place, and it doesn't risk sharp points falling onto the floor so you (or your child) can step on them later. I like to baste with a contrasting thread so it's easy to see and pull out later. I say that pins are to hold it while you baste. Basting is to hold it while you sew.
@amberhuls33594 жыл бұрын
Fully confess to hating hand sewing. UNTIL watching the thimble vid. I’ve been sewing for 20 years using what my granny taught me (thank you, Nanny), but she only knew what she knew, and I’ve been too proud admit I knew even less. So, yeah... thimbles and needles and basting, oh my! what a difference those simple little things make. Thank you. Please keep sharing the useful, concise info with the highly entertaining delivery. 🥰
@tiffanytomasino3354 жыл бұрын
I will definitely have to revisit this video when I’ve finished scraping my brain back together, it’s been a long week for me. You are super helpful and much appreciated as I am in fact teaching myself to hand sew. Thank you for sharing!
@StephanieCanada4 жыл бұрын
Amazing tips! I have been pin-centric most of my life, but on my Ms.Frizzle dress I finally basted something and it went so much faster. Also, fully agree that modern needles are crap! But I have packets from the 50’s that were never used, so I am still set.
@ethanthroop73004 жыл бұрын
I just started hand-sewing something this is the exact perfect time for this to come out
@aigocharisma4 жыл бұрын
A fellow Reno-ite! Thank you for making this video. I'm excited to start making things and start my historical costuming journey! I've been binging your channel lately, and it has gotten me seriously hyped -especially knowing that there are people in my community with a passion for historical dress like me.
@CathyHay4 жыл бұрын
When you realise how much you didn't know! I actually had never figured out the difference between betweens and sharps and embroidery needles. Thank you!!
@katherinemorelle71154 жыл бұрын
In regard to thimbles- I got a metal thimble and it changed my life! Also, I’m currently trying out using two thimbles, with the additional thimble on my ring finger. I found it getting really sore from using it, especially when working with small/narrow pieces. I just use the crappy silicone thimble for my ring finger at the moment, and it seems to be working for me so far. Funny thing is forgetting that I’m wearing a thimble. I tend to do that a lot.
@katherinemorelle71154 жыл бұрын
I should also mention I had a hard time finding a good metal thimble- the local sewing place near me tends to only stick super cheap stuff from China, and the grocery stores, while the stock some sewing stuff, don’t seem to carry decent metal thimbles anymore. My solution was going to an op shop (thrift store) with a good sized sewing section. Two bucks!
@makennapagniano4 жыл бұрын
I don't see Nearly enough thread discourse and I'm here for it
@WriterTambra13 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I've always wanted to learn sew well by hand. This is fabulous!
@sianvaladian85743 жыл бұрын
Got some sewing to do and I can't wait to handsew a hem. Love doing tiny tiny near invisible stitches.
@Lillyk964 жыл бұрын
It's like you knew I was currently hand sewing a entire garment for the first time!