My BEST Sewing Helps ~ Hacks & Tips

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❤️My BEST sewing & quilting helps, hacks & Tips ❤️14 of my BEST mind blowing sewing & quilting hacks in one video.
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0:00 Best Sewing Quilting Hacks Starts
0:10 Sewing Foot Pedal Hack
1:31 Straw Turning Tool Sewing Hack
2:17 Best Screwdriver for Sewing Machine
3:47 No Math or Ruler Easy Scallops Hack
4:14 DIY Wood Clapper Hack
5:14 No Slip Sewing Ruler Hack
5:40 No Glue No Tape Design Board DIY
6:50 $1 Quilting Gloves
7:13 Round Ironing Board DIY
8:35 Pool Noodle Wall Saver Hack
8:53 Free Motion Quilting Hack
9:55 Sewing & Quilting Ruler Hack for Arthritis
10:39 Medical Forceps Hack For Opening Seams on Quilt Blocks
11:13 Never Lose Sewing Scissors Hack
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@JennaBincarowsky 2 жыл бұрын

I have always enjoyed your video but today, you out did yourself. If I could have given this video a like, (love really), for every tip, I would have. Best, Jenna

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_Wow, thank you Jenna❤️...I tried to put the best in one video- I had a few more but then the video would have been way too long LOL😂_*

@rbrown6476 2 жыл бұрын

Well, I wish I’d had your sewing teacher! I’ve been sewing for 50 years and my ankle is always tired from using the foot pedal the way it’s been designed. But from now on I’ll do it backwards :)

@user-fd2uj8iu4e Ай бұрын

Briliant, brilliant, brilliant. I also have chronic arthritis with the knobly knuckles etc so your tips are super helpful to me. I love the hook's ideas, the clapper (hang on I think that was in the last video). And I will no longer have to chase my foot pedal across the room, a huge problem for me. You are a gem and thank goodness we have you. Cheers Judy

@RiversShorts39 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve probably watched 100 sewing tips videos and this one, hands down, has the most unique tips out there. Most the time sewing tip videos are giving you the same tips you’ve heard a dozen times and maybe you get 1 new tip out of it. This video had several brilliant tips I’ve never heard before!

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Wow. Thank you so much Deanna💛your kind feedback means so much to me🤓💛

@lindatatum5295 2 жыл бұрын

Using a hand weight to hold down your rulers to keep from sliding is good. However, I love vintage/antique stuff, so I purchased a couple of flat irons (also called sad irons) and painted them pretty and use those to hold my fabrics and/or rulers from sliding. I’d show a picture if I knew how.

@rhandidemars2068 2 жыл бұрын

When I learned to sew many years ago in high school our teacher taught us to turn ou pedal around and use our heel. I continue to do this over 50 years later. It gives you so much more control.

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_Thank you for letting us know it works long term✅_*

@saramcintosh2183 2 жыл бұрын

Me too!!!

@dawnsnyder216 2 жыл бұрын

I took home ec and never heard of this. I am going to try it out

@sandrawilde6088 2 жыл бұрын

Wow. Never knew this !

@vickibaeza3259 Жыл бұрын

Great idea, took home ec over 50 yrs ago too and never heard of it either...or in any quilting class I've taken. Going to try it cuz it seems as though it would help with fatigue too...thanks! Happy sewing!

@barbaracawley5982 2 жыл бұрын

Love the foot trick

@barbarajefferysings 3 ай бұрын

For me, the traditional way of orienting my foot pedal is the same action as driving my car. It feels natural to me, so I will be sticking with it.

@CordulaPrice 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊 for sharing

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_Thank you for watching💛_*

@theresasuttle711 2 жыл бұрын

The clapper hack!!!!!!!! Love it!

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_And it works perfectly✅_*

@CathyHautz04 Жыл бұрын

👍 I purchased my right angle screwdriver at Harbor freight 👍

@connieking9873 Жыл бұрын

Your hacks are keepers. It is hard to choose which one I like best.

@geralynlima9152 2 жыл бұрын

Design board - Winner!

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_I love making the design boards this way....so easy....Thanks for watching Geralyn💛_*

@carolynlewis1264 2 жыл бұрын

Love your hack on free motion quilting

@JanaKleckley 2 жыл бұрын

You are so awesome with everything you do. The Lord definitely gave you many gifts I just thank the Lord for you loving us enough to share.

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

The Lord is so good to me💛 Thank you for supporting my channel Jana🌸

@karlakloves2garden Жыл бұрын

reversing the pedal blew my mind...I can't believe how easy it worked.

@TheSewingChannel Жыл бұрын

RIGHT!!!!👍🏻

@marydogface 2 жыл бұрын

There were 3 hacks, that I love. Sure is less expensive than you would buy

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_So happy you found some helpful hacks Mary Rose💛_*

@sandrastephens1508 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, your hack for turning around the pedal on the non slip material really works. Unfortunately I lost my right big toe from diabetes, and I was more concerned as to how I was going to sew. Turning the pedal around was a life saver for me. Thank you for your excellent video Sandra 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧🇨🇦

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_I'm so happy it worked for you Sandra...that's awesome!!!!✅_*

@pegasusquilts Жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh I am blown away. I will share this with all my sewing and quilting friends! I have been sewing for over 60 years and quilting for 30+ and I have never seen so many truly new tips in one video! And of course I love your motto, enough talking already! Videos with lots of unnecessary talking drive me crazy.

@janeahrens572 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve turned my foot control‘backwards’ for years! It works

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_It sure does! Thanks for letting up know it works long term✅_*

@dawnsnyder216 2 жыл бұрын

Lots of clever hacks, thank you

@cherylcurlee3279 2 жыл бұрын

love the idea for the design boards

@nildavalencia5524 2 жыл бұрын

I couldn't removed the screw on my machine for the free motion foot! I purchase a screw remover for 9 dollars with 40% coupon! I t was stuck and hard to move and rotate. I tried the foot pedal position is better the way you said. Again makes sense! Thanks Mary

@odettestrutton951 Жыл бұрын

I am Odette from Australia.i too have crippling arithis in my hands.your ti0s have been invaluable to me.thank you soo much.love it.

@TheSewingChannel Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Odette💛 Every tip helps when it comes to that arthritis!!!✅

@Kdcaswell 2 жыл бұрын

OMG. Love these havks. Fave is hanging scissors on machine. Awesome

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_Thank you for the kind feedback Kdcaswell!💛Much appreciated!_*

@lelarice1879 2 жыл бұрын

Super, love the foot pedal idea!

@afterthestorm221 2 жыл бұрын

Needle nose fingers would be amazing! 💚

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

They are!

@LQ327 2 жыл бұрын

thanks so much for this video! the right angle screwdriver is awesome I just bought it and my husband wants it!!!.

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

LOL🤣

@lindalou6391 2 жыл бұрын

You ROCK Tracey!!

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

You are sweet to say...thank you....💛

@Triad637 Жыл бұрын

Breadbag plastic squares (bumpy edges trimmed w/ nail clipper) are a fav tool w/many uses: pressing open seams, taped to sew-guide cord, collar-clip fabric layers.

@caroline-brisbane8577 2 жыл бұрын

I've seen Donna Jordan use use weights to hold down ruler. Such a great idea

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_Thank you Caroline...I probably should have mentioned that it's best to get the "rubberized coated" weights and also mine do not have round edges so that way they don't roll✅ Happy sewing💛_*

@caroline-brisbane8577 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheSewingChannel ah. Another good tip thanks.

@queentutt1959 2 жыл бұрын

the right angle screw driver. i've had mine for a while (got it at harbor freight for about $3), but it's too tall for the screw on the back left of my presser foot. so i asked my husband to take the bit and grind some of the back off (the part that goes into the holder, not the edge). works like a charm. i don't have to try to hole the screw driver at an angle to get the screw out.

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

WOW what I great idea...mine barely just clears it...I'm gonna do what your hubby did!!! Thank you so much💛

@pamsury3969 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much I am compiling, hacks and tricks like this to share with my Quilting group!

@eavesdroppin1 Жыл бұрын

Love this video....especially the project board. I have one that looks awful and I will be fixing that tomorrow!

@gingerdunbar3428 2 жыл бұрын

Fabulous tips! Thank you, Tracy!! HUUUUUGGGGSSS!!!🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_You are so welcome Ginger! Thanks for the Hugssss!💛_*

@jlynn2724 2 жыл бұрын

I'm an apparel sewer and not a quilter, but the hand weights in the giant ruler hack is GENIUS. That thing is always moving when I'm cutting!

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_Oh I totally know what you mean about the ruler slipping....a problem for many for sure...thank you so much for commenting💛_*

@robynwilliamson7066 2 жыл бұрын

These sewing hacks are fantastic. Thank you

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_You're welcome Robyn!💛_*

@agnesaj9199 2 жыл бұрын

Hands down, THE BEST sewing hacks video I've seen on KZfaq....great job!

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_Wow, thank you Agnes💛_*

@BrendaH289 2 жыл бұрын

I use everyone of these hacks except the one for picking up rulers! I will give that a try

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_You will love the ruler hack for sure Brenda💛_*

@melbahanska1783 2 жыл бұрын

Home Run, especially with the straw idea, turning the foot pedal, and the scissor hanger on the sewing machine. Oh heck! I loved them all!

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_LOL Melba😂 Your comment had me smiling "ear to ear"....thank you for your enthusiasm 🤓💛_*

@aliciaroot2201 2 жыл бұрын

Wiw! Love all those tips, but that right angle screwdriver is a gem of an idea. Today Nov 7, 2021 went to Amazon and they have one for under $10 to cool! I ordered one.

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_Awesome Alicia! 💛You won't be disappointed✅_*

@jmca110 Жыл бұрын

The first baby rag quilt I ever made gave me shin splints. I just turned the foot pedal around and haven't looked back!!! I stand and sew sometimes too! Thanks for these tips!

@JosyJo14 2 жыл бұрын

Love your sewing tips and tricks... another tip....place a magnet where you want to keep your sewing pins..(I’m left handed) so I placed it on the outer case on the left side of my machine...no more dropped pins. Cheers

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_I love your idea!✅_*

@seankayoden4001 2 жыл бұрын

I use a magnet on the end of a telescoping stem to pick up dropped pins and needles. You can buy these at a hardware where they are used to pick up screws or bolts which drop in tight spots.

@pamhamlin5023 9 ай бұрын

From watching your novelty scrappy/sherpa quilt I took special notice of your rulers...the way you hold them. I searched far and wide for the finger holders and could not find them...spent over 2 hours. Then I opened this Hacks & Tips and close to the end I found them!!! I have them here and will be using them. And for the scissor hack...same thing. I discovered your channel this morning and I now have 2 fabulous hacks to make my life easier. Oh, and the scallop trick was fantastic. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!!!!!

@trac6009 Жыл бұрын

I have just watched many of your videos and where have you been all my quilting life❤ I have early arthritis so many of your “hacks” save my joint wear and tear. Just amazing! I love how you’re always giving positive credit to others you’ve learned from!

@TheSewingChannel Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words❣️

@ronpeterson9055 Жыл бұрын

Excellent tips for me , as a beginner. Thanks

@cathygilbert1590 2 жыл бұрын

Great tips! Thanks for sharing.

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching 💛

@chi2tan 2 ай бұрын

Wow! Love ALL these hacks!!!! WIll be trying some of them for sure.

@colleenscott6164 2 жыл бұрын

I love your design board !!!!!!!!

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_Thank you so much...I use them everyday✅_*

@janetcozens4623 2 жыл бұрын

Wow this is just Amazing very simple but very effective thanks for sharing 👏👏👏👍👍👍👏👏👏😀😀😀

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_Thank you for the kind feedback Janet...I appreciate it!💛_*

@triplewinlin5576 Жыл бұрын

Sew many tips I have never heard of, very good!

@debcavan 3 ай бұрын

I am having the best time binge watching some of your videos. They are so practical, so down to earth. Thanks

@sunkissedbydrksknhypergamy3347 2 жыл бұрын

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@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_@SunKissed By Drk Skn Hypergamy LOL too funny!!!😂You are absolutely too kind💛Thank You💓_*

@sunkissedbydrksknhypergamy3347 2 жыл бұрын

That's because you're too talented and you're! 😊 in my Arnold S. voice 🗣I'll be back! 😂👍🏾

@melanienormand9390 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad I found you! Thanks for the tips!

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you found me too!💛

@askthefrog Жыл бұрын

I've put little magnets on my sewing machine so that I can put stuff like needles and scissors on it. 😊

@vivianbunch1963 Жыл бұрын

Love the heel hack☺️👍❤️

@linda.brotherton1689 2 жыл бұрын

Turning the petal backwards sold me, I subscribed. You're a great teacher

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!💛

@deannaelsen4665 Жыл бұрын

Thank You! 👍🐱

@judykelly1734 2 жыл бұрын

I love your tips. Thank you.

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!💛

@LexiiLexLexii 4 ай бұрын

This video was Wonderful$ so so so helpful Thank you so much for all of these tips usually ppls videos will maybe have 1 or 2 helpful thing but this video is gold and cost effective

@janetcozens5756 2 жыл бұрын

Wow this is Amazing ty for sharing your thoughts ❤

@adellsinclair8797 2 жыл бұрын

When I was a young girl I was told to do the trick on the foot pedal. Love it.

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_It's a true hidden gem for sure....💛_*

@jeannielindquist3952 2 жыл бұрын

These hacks "blew my mind"

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_Mission Accomplished! LOL😂_*

@jackikuhlmey9915 2 жыл бұрын

I also use a command hook on rulers (same reason) & on every machine for scissors!

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_Awesome Jacki...great minds think alike LOL😂_*

@patphares6258 Ай бұрын

Wow! Great tips… thank you…❤

@gloriaelswood8762 2 жыл бұрын

You are simply the best! I am going to use all of these tips today!

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_Yay! Thank you so much for being a faithful viewer of my channel Gloria❤️_*

@janeahrens572 Жыл бұрын

The design board is better that the one where we sewed the binding on

@Brandi62 2 жыл бұрын

When I first got serious about sewing, I went to Harbor Freight looking for a stubby screwdriver. I found the right angle screwdriver. I agree , it is the best sewing screwdriver. I have been using it for years.

@lauraafrouzian2959 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing these great tips. I will use several of them. Greetings from Bakersfield California

@TheSewingChannel Жыл бұрын

Wonderful Laura!

@gwyenotter6414 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you these tips are very helpful. I can’t wait to try turning my foot pedal backwards.

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful Gwyen✅

@veviticushumphrieswallace2546 2 жыл бұрын

I just LOOOOVE the way you get straight to the point of the video. Awesome hacks too. THANKS!!!

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_Thank you Veviticus for the feedback💛I try to leave the extra stuff that is not needed out...LOL 😂 Thanks for noticing✅_*

@karenh789 2 жыл бұрын

I just bought the ratchet screw driver at Harbor Freight. Thanks for the tip. I always struggle with the screws on my machines. This is great!

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! It works for me too✅

@michellemueller2270 11 ай бұрын

I just got my right angle ratchet. Thanks so much for that great hack. You solved my problem.

@CathyHautz04 2 жыл бұрын

I not only have my snips hanging on the side of my sewing machine I also added another hook to hold a 5" ruler. I use both all the time ☺️

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!!!! ✅

@GinnyGibbs 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, GMTA! I stuck a hook on the side of my machine, too! Good tip about using the name brand Command strips with those big hooks on your rulers, must try that.

@kimhanback1302 Жыл бұрын

I have used many of these hacks. The tiny scissors hanging on my machine was a game changer. The turned around foot pedal was a genius idea. Now, I've used the handles from the Dollar Tree on my rulers because I have RA bad in my hands. But I used the glue strip that came with it and have never has an issue. I love ❤️ your videos.

@Triad637 Жыл бұрын

I cut + glued tacky shelf to my pedal under size. No slip!

@reneehardy9769 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome tips! Right angle screwdriver!

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_Glad it was helpful!✅💛_*

@shanaproctor100 Жыл бұрын

Love the idea for the homemade clapper.

@elsiemontgomery7974 2 жыл бұрын

LOVE LOVE LOVE your hacks

@prympammi Жыл бұрын

Where have you been my whole sewing life!! This was by far the best video hack I’ve ever seen!! Thank you so much for sharing 💗💗 now I need to go back and find your name lolol

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

So many fantastic tips!! Thank you!

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_You're so welcome!💛_*

@lutishahill1393 10 ай бұрын

Girl! You are right on. Thank you for all of these. So real!

@patricabish Жыл бұрын

Pedal and weights genius. Loved them all thank you

@sweettennesseelife1665 2 жыл бұрын

I love the design board idea!

@SBL1932 4 ай бұрын

Very useful tips. Thank you

@bjune1285 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! I will use everyone of these hacks! Fantastic!

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_I'm so glad it was helpful Beverly💛_*

@dianehuntley2493 5 ай бұрын

You are awesome Tracy! Keep 'em coming please😊

@pamelagahan5601 2 жыл бұрын

Love every tip. Thank you. Pamela, Tasmania Australia

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_You are so welcome!💛_*

@cgarden8111 Жыл бұрын

I love all your havks

@janetcozens4623 2 жыл бұрын

Hi there such brilliant gadgets and ideas you are so very kindley sharing with everyone thank you so very very much 👏👏👏👏😀😀😀😀

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_You are so welcome Janet💛Thank you for watching🤓_*

@rosinyberg8747 2 жыл бұрын

FANTASTIC HACKS

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_Thank you for the kind feedback Rosi💛_*

@cami9447 2 жыл бұрын

You are a fantastic teacher. Thank you 😊

@lindadechow3703 2 жыл бұрын

Great ideas, thank you. Love the dollar tree gloves, that I must have.

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_Thanks for watching Linda...those gardening gloves are soft too💛_*

@nevafitzgerald2402 Жыл бұрын

Love all your tips ,the money I going to save of house ill spend it on material😅❤

@nlyons016 2 жыл бұрын

The foot pedal tip is a real life-changer to me! I just found this and look forward to going back to see what else I have missed.

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_Glad it was helpful Nancy...Once I learned about the foot pedal.....I have done it that way✅ Life changer for sure💛_*

@gigiontube Жыл бұрын

We push “uphill” because it’s what we do when learning to drive a car. It’s how our brain is conditioned to subconsciously work, the process becoming rather reflexive. All your “tips&tricks” are EXCELLENT ! Thanks a lot.

@arvettadelashmit9337 2 жыл бұрын

When I am sewing on my Singer 221, or Singer 301, I use the big toe of my right foot to push down the button on my peddle. I can not stand to sew on any of my machines with shoes on. I can't feel the peddle with a shoe on. However, the tacky mat is a great idea. I wouldn't have to use my toes to pull the peddle back.

@TheSewingChannel 2 жыл бұрын

*_Thank you for the great comments Arvetta!_*