How To Start Sewing | How I learned to sew + what you need to get started!

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How To Start Sewing | How I learned to sew + what you need to get started!

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Alexandra Louise

Күн бұрын

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@donglawenjudennes.4725 2 жыл бұрын

Me with a lot of papers due for school: Uh huh, yup. Let’s learn how to sew Fr tho, you, Micarah, and all the other seamstress/ sewing KZfaqrs are so cool! Wish I had the talent (and patience) to be able to make clothes

@kakul7568 2 жыл бұрын

True they are by the way from which country

@erin3820 2 жыл бұрын

same

@estelle9738 Жыл бұрын

I have exams in 2 weeks lol

@adnandani3170 Жыл бұрын

@sydneygarver8976 Жыл бұрын

dude same. I came from the doc because I gave up

@Maison_Marion 11 ай бұрын

Another Tip: Don't begin with stretch-fabrics until you know the basics with non-stretch fabric. Sewing stretch is a whole different skill. You'll need different needles, different ways of finishing to make it nice looking (with twin-needles, or knitted ribbon), different stitches instead of straight, or using a serger to sew directly etc.

@lord_beethoven1169 2 жыл бұрын

That’s amazing how a little curiosity and determination can turn into a booming career in less than 2 years. 👀 and you’re just getting started. Your content is so inspiring.

@haikyuuri7979 2 жыл бұрын

You began in 2020 ?? Can't believe it you're so talented !

@khan_rukayya 11 ай бұрын

Same I can't believe it too.

@Blablabla44475 7 ай бұрын

It’s amazing that artistic people seem to excel at anything they do! Anytime I try something creative, I find it effortless to learn! Good job! I started knitting last year, a few months in, I started crocheting, and now I’m ready to start sewing this year!

@sarahmohamed7891 11 күн бұрын

love that for usss❤

@andreasanchez3557 2 жыл бұрын

I learned how to sew when I was 8 years old. Well, Handsewing to be exact for years I sewed by hand and as a cosplayer, it took me a full year to make my cosplays ( ages 15 to 18 ). Finally when I graduated high school one of my Graduation party guests ( my family friend ) bought me my first sewing machine for my graduation. So I have been sewing for about 12 to 13 years. So most of my life I've been sewing.

@davidmadisontheguardian Жыл бұрын

Great story. Thanks for sharing.

@mohmmedamin8175 5 ай бұрын

Im soo jealous

@Dante02d12 3 ай бұрын

As a complete beginner (I haven't even started yet, I'm just checking out KZfaq videos), I think this video is an EXCELLENT tour! You can give yourself more credit about your teaching abilities: your communication is perfectly clear and informative, I have no doubt you can make actual tutorials if you want to. I'd love to watch them too.

@kakul7568 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Alexandra I love your all designs you create I am 15 years old girl and at last love you from india

@gklb_2xx7 2 жыл бұрын

same here😀 hi fellow indian

@kakul7568 2 жыл бұрын

@@gklb_2xx7 you are from India

@gklb_2xx7 2 жыл бұрын

@kanishka bana yes

@kakul7568 2 жыл бұрын

@@gklb_2xx7 Oo nice from which state

@gklb_2xx7 2 жыл бұрын

@kanishka bana somewhere around the northeast

@Abbe1133 2 жыл бұрын

The main problem I have is money, otherwise I would make all the giant ballgowns lol. This is very helpful though, I kinda struggle a lot with making things I’m happy with and it’s always nice to have someone to help out so thank you!🙃

@drypond1093 2 жыл бұрын

Fabric can be expensive yes! But (dependant on country) there are thrift/charity shops that sell low price old fabric. Old curtains can be really good for fabric and bed sheets/duvet covers. As for sewing machines you don’t need the most new sewing machine when your getting started( I started with a 30 year old machine of my mothers) You don’t need a serger/over locker to begin as stated in the video. I recommend starting in easy things like simple skirts, shorts, etc Also you can find classes to begin sewing and usually you don’t need your own machine for this and fabric for these courses are in the price. Lastly it’s all about the fun! You can use old clothes for small projects and make do with what you have (sometimes family members/friends have sewing things you can use) Hope this helped!!

@nandini7777 2 жыл бұрын

You can save on money and do only one gown first that you like the most. You'll enjoy it. I hope you get the opportunity soon. Best wishes.

@thesweetopia4826 Жыл бұрын

I did cosplay and it does add up BUT I do more of a disney-bound style so I can still wear the clothes in regular life lol

@terrim2498 6 ай бұрын

Thrift stores are a great resource for inexpensive fabric & notions. Just last week I paid $1 for a sweater, I bought it for the 16 beautiful buttons on it. Great deal

@spacebar9733 5 ай бұрын

@@nandini7777 yes seconded. That one gown you love will hold u over for at least two years

@SolSkinn 10 ай бұрын

I come from a long line of seamstresses. Mennonites actually. My grandma was the 1st to do it professionally and use an electric swing machine. My mom can sew, but doesn't. I got frustrated with it as a child. But, three days ago, I had the urge to make my daughter a high waisted circle skirt. I took her to pick fabric.... then came home and at 47 years old learned I can design a little, and I can sew. Who knew.

@_.nikkyyumin._ 2 жыл бұрын

I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS FOR SOOOOOOO LOOOOONG TY GIRL 💜

@lovelylilaccrochet7345 2 жыл бұрын

Keep in mind that circle skirts are usually cut on the bias of the fabric (diagonal), which means that over time, the hem of the skirt will stretch and droop. Just something to think of-paneled/gored skirts can take more time and fabric, but the value of being cut on the proper grain is helpful!

@brittneyharris-holloway5792 9 ай бұрын

2 things: 1.) Shein is your best friend for supplies, i bought a pair of bomb sheers for $5-$6 and so much more for dirt cheap 2.) Zig-zag stitch is generally used to seal frayed ends, if your sewing machine is anything like hers or mine you might want to try 16

@kiira7493 2 жыл бұрын

I am following you since beginning I was always very interested in sewing but never tried. And I saw what you can do I saw that you made better everyday and I thought maybe I can do it. My family surprised me by buying me a sewing machine last Christmas and since that day I am sewing everyday !

@teresawilliams662 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing this. It's very inspiring. I myself have just started sewing this year in 2022 back in February. My inspiration for starting to sew was my granddaughter starting to do pageants and I wanted to help out with dresses and costumes and also just sewing outfits that she can wear everyday. She loves to wear dresses and I have made her so many cute outfits teaching myself to sew using KZfaq videos just like you did

@jharizcayllemacinas9512 2 жыл бұрын

Omg!! So that is why you are so good at making clothes!😯😯😯 I'm a new subscriber and I saw your Genevive's ballet dress video and I was so surprised! I saw that you never get lazy and you always try to make the best clothes for your subscribers and viewers to see! I love your vids!😍😍

@kakul7568 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah she is amazing new subscribers 😀

@terrim2498 6 ай бұрын

60 years ago I learned to sew on my mother’s sewing machine. You name it, I’ve sewn it and I do a pretty good job. YOU however are unbelievably talented! Keep up the great work, more young (& not so young) people need to learn to sew 😄

@MarilynnOfficial 13 күн бұрын

Thank you for this video! My friend lent me her sewing machine, which happens to be the same one you demonstrated in this video. Been hesitant on using it, but after watching I’m definitely going to start making stuff. Starting off with simple stuff such as a scrunchies then move into making my own clothing. ❤ You did a great job teaching. Keep it up! 👏🏻🫶🏼

@EllieofAzeroth 11 ай бұрын

This video is the most clear and beginner friendly one I've found so far. I'm so glad you demonstrated how to thread the machine because it looked so tricky but your explanation was spot on

@nevertoooldfordolls 2 жыл бұрын

ive been hand sewing for most of my life. my grandma gave me an old brother sewing machine and I love it

@sondersighs 4 ай бұрын

Thank you, I think this really helps. I hope I can continue. I want to do this to work through my depression and find peace

@sensitivethotties8236 2 жыл бұрын

I can’t wait until you make a full tutorial on ballgowns. I’m so grateful for this video Thankyou Soo much

@khodijahroslan9729 8 ай бұрын

For the first time I watch video tutorial till the end! Love your explaination

@darlingmoonlight3999 2 жыл бұрын

For people on a low budget i really recommend getting your sewing machine on marketplace , etc. I paid mine 110cad and it's a Singer. For the fabrics , thrift store are fuulll of gems!

@OurHearts4Christ 2 жыл бұрын

This girl is my inspiration…..and I’m in my 30s, like so much skill. If I ever get married I’d totally commission her to make a wedding dress.

@MomLuvs2Collect Жыл бұрын

I think it's so cool that you are self taught 👏! I've been wanting to learn how to sew but not for myself, I actually want to sew Barbie clothes 😆 So I bought a used old Barbie sewing machine and even a book with patterns for Barbies but I've yet to start but hopefully I will soon since your videos have inspired me to get started 👍

@busayomibabalola 11 ай бұрын

I loved and enjoyed every bit of this video 📸. Now I know that my thought process of getting a sewing machine and starting sewing is not out of place. With love from Nigeria 🇳🇬🇳🇬

@angeldevilus9420 2 жыл бұрын

to be honest even through I have been sewing for a bit I'm still pretty much a beginner. I'm more of a visual/hands on learner so it would be cool to see what more barbie dresses you can do. I've personally tried to do Erika from the princess and the pauper (the skirt I was fine with but the bodice was horrific). But yeah can't wait to see more!

@dandobrowolski5818 7 ай бұрын

I just bought my first sewing machine this month and I ended up getting the Brother XR 9550....largely because Amazon allowed me to pay it off in monthly payments which is super convenient. I'm not sure ill ever get to the point where I'm sewing cloths but I do think this sewing machine is something i can grow into as i learn to sew. I'm in my late 50s but it's never too late to learn new things and develop a new skill.

@JesusLightsYourPath Жыл бұрын

I am about to start learning how to sew and I can't wait to make my own dresses! I'll never struggle to find the dress I want again!

@_fatimahibrahim_ 5 ай бұрын

I've been watching and searching a lot to know where to start and didn't know all I needed was in one video! Thank you ❤

@Noneofurbusiness19 5 ай бұрын

You are so sweet and soooo helpful!!!! Great tutorial, and I completely disagree with you… you are an EXCELLENT teacher. Very talented, all your stuff is beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing with the world! People like me really appreciate it.

@wendyperez269 2 жыл бұрын

Miss, miss you are the reason why I want to sew. I love you and you're dresses

@sophialejtman5504 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so impressed you've been sewing for only 2 years! I really want to learn too.

@julianapiay3060 2 жыл бұрын

I love how this is such a honest, simple, humor video and that She’s SO prettyyyy 🫶🥰

@crazyconnie06 2 жыл бұрын

I found you just recently.. I’m addicted lol I stayed up till 3 in the morning watching all your videos!! 😂❤😂 it would be a dream to sew a princess dress!

@greywolves3947 2 жыл бұрын

Please make this a series!

@CatMcCloud 2 жыл бұрын

Literally EXACTLY what I’ve been needing to start.

@cheesycheddar555 2 жыл бұрын

My friend's been needing this forever!

@user-to5ux4cg7b 7 ай бұрын

Amazing work so Wonderful 👏

@itschelseakay 2 жыл бұрын

“I keep my sewing machine in this corner because there is nowhere else to keep it” 😆 That’s a very valid reason. Relatable as someone who lives in a NYC apartment 😅

@Vxco7777 5 ай бұрын

I don't know if anyone will see this but what should I start out making?? Like what is the easiest way to go? A skirt, dress, shirt, etc. I may mess up a few times but I will try until I get it because I really want to become a fashion designer. Maybe one day have my own brand, honestly i don't know yet.

@tumelomaz 4 ай бұрын

Learn how to make patterns from scratch.... You shoukd start with a dress because from a dress pattern you automatically have a skirt. That's what I'm doing at the moment. It's good to start from basics as you can easily build from there.

@Vxco7777 4 ай бұрын

@@tumelomaz ty

@emkarawi5990 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, i love your channel, you are soooo inspiring ❤️❤️❤️

@kakul7568 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah she is amazing by the way from which country

@ri7annaalhelal89 5 ай бұрын

I loved you. I am 17 years old and I love old Barbie movies and you resemble my facial features. I wanted to learn how to sew because I love fashion models and my mother has a machine and she used to sew beautiful dresses and I enjoy watching you very much❤.

@ri7annaalhelal89 5 ай бұрын

I am thinking of making a Princess Merda🏹❤ dress for my little sister, who has red and curly hair, because its quality on Amazon and other sites is poor.

@lauri_with_cats 3 ай бұрын

unrelated but you have such a tidy home. I can rest my eyes on the background

@salvadoranfairy1702 2 жыл бұрын

SOOO THANKFUL FOR THIS LOVE HOW YOU EDIT AS WELL AS SEW 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍

@hotpinknikes6511 2 жыл бұрын

Girl you are amazing!!! It’s my dream to be as good as you at sewing!

@lovefordolls9525 4 ай бұрын

You sew the prettyest dresses 😊

@lilithtothemoon 2 жыл бұрын

As a theater kid i immediately recognized the character shoes in the closet! Also awesome vid!! Love your work :)

@blizzydizzy6697 8 ай бұрын

Love thatt instantly knew what dress u were talking about making with the markers

@sophiabeck6933 2 жыл бұрын

So then, let's start! 🥰Can you make a video of how you sew your graduation dress?

@Ergmermerg 2 жыл бұрын

This is so encouraging to me! I'm just getting into sewing and it's intimidating.

@theresakidd 2 жыл бұрын

The scissors! Yes! Thank you!

@paulpm4769 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you made this vedio I have been waiting a long time

@xxjinxxx4451 2 жыл бұрын

You should realize a sewing book with patterns. I would buy it! 😆👀🤗

@irismedinaelston Жыл бұрын

I'm obsessed! Thank you! Best of luck in your career, tho you're already winning!

@amberly0317 2 жыл бұрын

OMG you made the dress from the selection book cover!! LOVE❤️ This is also such a great video, thanks for sharing your knowledge 💞

@mindivandevelde3164 2 жыл бұрын

Sometimes if i want cheap fabric i just buy a really big skirt that has a cute pattern second hand. And then make something cute from that.

@elizabethgrace967 Жыл бұрын

AHHH birthday twins!! It’s a sign for me to really buckle down & learn to sew with my fellow libra 🙄

@Gabrielgaming- 7 ай бұрын

thanks for this video now I'll be able to make my own dresses

@caitlinvanderschoor2951 2 жыл бұрын

OMG!!!😱 You gone make Harper' pencil dress😁😁 I cant wait! When I was growing up with disney channel I was upsesed with Harper's outfits, they are amazing!!!

@maloriemurphy184 2 жыл бұрын

I loved this video! It helped so much. You explain things better than most people on this platform lol :)

@EphanyasisOwleyes Жыл бұрын

I have been sewing for 40 years plus I do have a KZfaq channel and I love to teach the same thing goes for knitting and crocheting

@nathaliamartinez1262 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! Thank you so much for your patience 💖! It was a really useful video! Can you teach us how to make corsets and big skirts plz? I will be amazing :3!

@danaharlis-ling9561 2 жыл бұрын

You did a great job❤️👩‍💻💃

@IndiannaFitzgerald Жыл бұрын

This video gave me so so much inspiration! I really want to start now thank you!

@valeriamendez9600 Жыл бұрын

you are amazing girl. Thank you so much for this tutorial, it was so helpful

@lobkestienstra3909 2 жыл бұрын

She is sooooo amazing!! Love the creations

@juliasews 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been waiting for this one for so long 😩 but my main problem is that I live in Germany and there are no Joann’s stores and hobby lobby’s

@aliatk 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I’ve beeing wanting to start sewing for a long while now and you inspired me to finally take that step 😍 can’t wait to get my first sewing machine!

@mayamakesstorys 7 ай бұрын

best tutorial ever

@GraceXIEgx 9 ай бұрын

You seem so cool thanks for this video!

@loonaplum 2 жыл бұрын

Been wanting to learn this is the video I needed 🥰🥰🥰

@tabbycat6675 2 жыл бұрын

That was so useful and needed thank you fora basic totourial

@ThatgirlCeCe98 11 ай бұрын

You had me at life size Barbie dresses❤😂😂😂

@brittanycirillo9464 Жыл бұрын

This was such an informative video! Thank you!!

@LaFalafelWaffle 11 ай бұрын

Yesss!!! The selection series!!

@chiaratischendorf3322 2 жыл бұрын

I love that video and it´s very helpful :) I would love to see some tutorials like you said in the video 💗

@speyeria8813 2 жыл бұрын

my fav video ever, ily

@luciazoghbi7283 2 жыл бұрын

when she was talking about the Disney channel marker dress was she talking about harper’s marker from wizards

@ingridbonney193 2 жыл бұрын

Not gonna lie the massive closet calmed me, I was panicking when I saw your three little shelves in the corner and was wondering what was wrong with me...

@kaitlynp4519 Жыл бұрын

We have the same birthday!! Thanks for some good info ❤

@kaliciapettit6545 2 жыл бұрын

Would you possibly be able to make a video on how to properly measure yourself and make your own patterns?

@kamoragallashaw3315 7 ай бұрын

Omgggg I love you I’ve seen u all over TikTok

@Butterbean_ Жыл бұрын

You are so helpful oml😭❤️

@donstylesa-one2995 3 ай бұрын

You're very good ..thanks

@karimeaguirre7170 Жыл бұрын

One good tip is when you start sewing, to put the needle in reverse and go over the first few stitches a couple of times and repeat when your done sewing so the arches don’t come undone

@janiesims9150 Жыл бұрын

I literally am reading the comments just to see if someone would mention this. I’m surprised she didn’t show that.

@annelisewilliams03 2 жыл бұрын

Is it the dress Harper wears in wizards of Waverly place? 👀 6:06

@aylacrissman3443 2 жыл бұрын

Alexandra: Whatever that math is Me: Mood

@trixibelle480 2 жыл бұрын

Are you making harpers marker dress???!!!

@Blablabla44475 7 ай бұрын

I think every newbie should hand sew at least one small item to appreciate a sewing machine.

@shy2785 2 жыл бұрын

Can you make a Pocahontas dress please.

@haylievandenberghe354 Жыл бұрын

I love everything you make! You are so talented. Also...can you please share the link for your grommet setter?

@corpusdelictipodcast 2 жыл бұрын

Can you tell me what fabric you used for Bella's dress, especially those light fabrics? Thank you so much for your answer. :*

@The2strokechannel 9 ай бұрын

Im here bcs i wanna make my battle jacket 🤟

@TickleMyBalls558 8 ай бұрын

I'm here because I wanna make a Ruby dress❤❤

@lobkestienstra3909 2 жыл бұрын

She is making harpers dress!!!!! OMGGGG

@victoriaevans4520 Жыл бұрын

Omg i allso love the selection

@mossyxmoony Жыл бұрын

What was that costume book called?

@gracier2718 Жыл бұрын

out of curiosity, how old are you? your talent is crazy!!

@YourLocalGaymer 2 жыл бұрын

Hi I just subbed like last week and watched this because I LOVE watching your shorts, but I wish I could wear all your dresses you make so do you have any tutorials on like belle, Cinderella. Cinderella is my favorite princess, so yeah.