10 Dream Tools for Better Sewing...upcycle like a BOSS!

[@sampleworks9432]

Something I added to my tool box this year that has been a game changer is a pair of serrated edge shears/scissors. The serrated edge stops slippery fabrics from moving so the fabric has a nice crisp cut instead of jagged edges. Another gift idea is a sewing class...like yours 😉

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yesss, Ms. Jacqui! I love both those ideas! 😁

[@ittaparlene]

I have these, so great or chiffons, silks, etc.

[@nisebiggs6572]

How do you sharpen the shears?

[@bridgetjones8339]

You are so right “the right tool for the job” makes all the difference! I’m learning 👍👏

[@tammyeaton4791]

The light on the Singer Heavy Duty is DIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIMMMMMMMM!

[@dovaillancourt]

So those are awesome gifts ! To up you ironing, I suggest a CLAPPER ! This is a game changer for crisp professional creases and pleats. It also helps to « fix mistakes » in many types of natural fabrics. I have so many little gadgets in my sewing arsenal ! I am a gadget girl ! I would have to show you pictures as I don’t know all the names ! Here is a list of objects I own to make my life easier: rotary cutters: one for fabric and one for paper (I trace a lot of patterns onto paper), carbon paper, punches, awls, measuring wheel (another game changer), sewing allowance magnets to put of scissors, measuring gauge, fine black tape (to design on my dressform, like Project Runway !), pelican scissors, paper notcher, all types of wheels (from dull to spiny), a makeup brush (to clean the serger) AND pattern weights ! I am sure I have forgotten something but I do a lot of patterning and adjusting paper and everything helps me a lot ! Oh and I recently found this app Ibis Paint on which I can model my designs to check put the fabric mixes ! It is amazing ! Ok, bye for now !

[@jenniferm4070]

Those lights! My aging eyes thank you for that suggestion.

[@jadesunflowercat]

Finding your channel was literally GAME CHANGING for me. There are some great teachers on KZbin for general clothing construction, but unique alterations are what I LOVE. THANK YOU

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yayyy! Welcome to the BlueprintDIY family! 🤗💕

[@itssewxtra1713]

Hi Angelina- I just downsized for a year I’m guessing and one tip it’s kind of a no brainer, but get the clear 59 liter I think they are sterilite bins. As many as possible! I got them for less than $5 each at Walmart. If they are the same size and clear you will be amazed how you’ll play Tetris with them, yet how much crazier it could be. I am finally living with less bins and since storage was my mission?-Tip#2- think outside the box with storage. Every piece of furniture must contain maximum storage. A nightstand with three drawers vs. one. A cabinet without glass to hide clutter. I got an inexpensive bed with drawers built in. You get the idea. Offer up has been a lifesaver too! I furnished my place for around $400, nicer furniture than I had before! ( I came home from abroad with nothing). Good luck and God bless to you and you kids!

[@modmamaodon2945]

So glad you posted this! Those clips are a game changer! And once you get a serger you use it so much more than anticipated. For those wanting a dressform but without the dollars, get some dollar store duct tape, an old t shirt and make a duct tape dress form. I'm just finishing mine up and can't believe how close the measurements work out to be. Perfect option! No, but better than nothing.

[@BlueprintDIY]

That's awesome! Thanks! ❣️

[@jenniferrescott1149]

Yes seen videos on this!

[@PeerCoxFashionRec]

Just when I thought I had enough sewing stuff now... thanks a lot LOL hopefully Santa clause Comes this year

[@BlueprintDIY]

☺️ I know right!

[@fl33khidsha]

Yes def do a tutorial on the silhouette!!!! Please lol

[@CommonSenseDiva]

Adding to my Amazon cart as I watch!!! Thank You!! Another great suggestion for the pilling on clothes is a sweater stone, you can purchase on amazon and joannes!

[@sandrascanlan3885]

I’m obsessed with fabrics, scissors, threads, seam rippers ,😂😂everything

[@anacolombiamunoz8243]

I know you have mentioned this before, I would like to know more about thread to use and tips on how to organize my sewing scraps, buttons, sippers etc..

[@alisajmcgrath2785]

Clips are great for binding a quilt.

[@ohsochristyful]

I have a singer serger attachment for my sewing machine and its awesome! Cheaper and a space saver.

[@marbles8246]

as someone who doesn't have a sewing machine yet, i would say that and the defuzzer would be my top gifts! also again i love all your videos. the laugh when you made the asmr joke was extra heartwarming and it's also so wholesome that you go the extra mile by showing how to sew on yourself when you do have dress forms to encourage others to begin their sewing/upcycling journey even without the luxuries

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yes, the defuzzer is so helpful! Thank you!! 😊💕

[@sheilataylor7497]

Thank you for the gift ideas. I love my fabric defuzzer.

[@rennkay3291]

I treated myself to a cordless iron...game changer especially when ironing on a random table. Babylock has an easy serger that uses an air burst to shoot the thread into the right position..go to a dealer for a demo. Easy peasy and no longer fear changing thread color as needed.

[@LRWdesign]

I have a dress form and I padded it up in places where it needed it (it was a cheap one) to fit my measurements and used an old high neck t-shirt to cover it with. Works like a charm. I am wanting a serger so that is next on the list. The serger is the last item I feel I need besides a quality pair of cutting shears. I love those clips and use mine for hems and holding things together when I sew. Great video Angelina!

[@NatalieMishoe]

I own four legged luxuries and sew for our four legged babies but I am about to redo my wardrobe after finding you. I use the clips and love love love them

[@brendaabernathy448]

Lady you are a genius!!! I love this video and I learned sooooo much. Thank you.

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yayyy, I’m so glad!

[@awkwardartist7628]

I just think you are such a refreshing change in honesty and genuineness! Now, I’m really interested in the flexible ruler and just got a gift card for my birthday! I’m on it! 😂 thank you!

[@artfulbible8440]

You are beyond your years young lady, so informative and entertaining! Sewing can be frustrating because there is so much to learn. It seems to me that we need to learn new skills with every project mostly because they require working with different tools from sewing machines to the seam rippers. Thank you!

[@Lamdennison]

I didn't see anyone mention it, but the scissors that sound like "gingham" are Gingher, available at Jo-Ann Stores.

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thanks!!

[@voniamuhammad4280]

I spent loads in a brand I'm generally impressed by and ended up returning it for a $15.00 iron that is serving me with honor!

[@kathygann7632]

May= Mother’s Day. Many sewing machine stores have half off sales during May. I broke down and bought a Babylock with air threading which is amazing, and I love it!

[@OaklandMurray]

I’ve been waiting for this video! I’ve been looking at your tools of the trade trying to see what I need to step my game up. Thank you 🙌🏽. Looking forward to the serger video.

[@lovinyaya006]

Girl I am a sucker. I loved everything. I got excellent sheers but not in black, I got a great iron, I got an old fashion lent brush, dress form,serger, but I don't have the lights, or printer, I'm scared to try twin needles. I love my clips, but no printer. You made me want everything. Thanks for the information. I need to do some shopping.

[@katelawrence7445]

Last year I gifted myself the world's best tape measure. Australia has used the metric system for more than 40 years yet it is difficult to find a tape measure that is only metric. While in France I found the world's best tape measure. It is only in centimetres/millimetres, which ever end you use one side starts from zero and it is colour blocked every 10cm. I love it so much I bought several, giving some away as gifts. Thank you France!

[@mayrac9896]

I am in love with the scissors *o*

[@SoItzNewNew]

Yes yes yes!!! Love this video & would love the videos on the Serger & the Cameo! I so have been thinking about the Cricut or the GlowForge & wanted to know other options. Thank you!

[@bandana_rathore]

One gift that is most needed but people seldom mention is a foldable sewing table. It doesn't needs to be a custom thin. Many stores including ikea carries such and they are a necessity for people who can't have a dedicated sewing room.

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yes, that’s a good one!

[@annjannace6957]

Had to down size...no room for a sew table..I did have 3 ironing boards (garage sales) put them up & slapped a cutting mat on top ...There you go the height is nice & high, did a happy dance ! hope this helps someone

[@jessiebaillargeon4191]

Thank you so much for doing this video it answered a lot of my questions I am now a domestic goddess retired and he is very hard on his clothes cuz of his job and I also for the fun of it wanted to do different color armchair cuffs for my sofa I'm really into vintage looking things so I really wanted to do something fun maybe change them once a week so the architecture ruler will be awesome I'm going to look that up tomorrow thank you

[@alexisthompson6310]

I have the Brother ST4031 serger and I love it! I just got it for my birthday and so far it’s been wonderful! I went with that over the 1034D just because I figured the “strong and tough,” would be useful. I haven’t really stress tested it yet, but it has been able to easily go through multiple folded over seams.

[@sandrasews3765]

I like the logo that is a great idea , also can print really small and get your label 🏷 on your clothes

[@liesellein]

I have that same iron. Upgraded from my 8 year old goodwill iron this summer and OMG! It seriously changed my pressing. I find it kind of zen now!

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yesss, me too! And I never liked to iron before.

[@yeetstreet4074]

My top two gifts would be nice scissors, or some guttermann thread. Good thing about nice scissors is they can range in price from 20-300$ so they can fit any budget

[@sapphirecamui6447]

I received my tailors shears (the one with a larger hole are called shears, i learned) last year. they're a Chinese brand, LOL so they were cheap (some $30?) and they work just fine. They cut at the tip as well. They're very heavy and i don't need another pair. (i want another pair, that's different, LOL). It seems that over here, the best such shears were made by the Gypsy craftsmen and apparently now they're hard to come by. and pricey when you find them (i expect at least twice as much as this Chinese one). What i really want though, is a double needle. ;p i'm a simpleton, haha.

[@yoshiew05]

And a good pair is a buy once deal.

[@BlueprintDIY]

Exactly! Yes, thread is a great gift as well.

[@silvermeasuringspoons6462]

Use paper cutter knives for seam ripping. It’s required a bit of practice and replacing the blade often, just like needles. A lot of seamstresses I know doing this.

[@johannakerns2107]

What a great video! I appreciate that you offer tool ideas for those of use who aren't ready to buy commercial grade equipment! I want to dip my feet in first! I want the curved ruler and the shears and the clips for now. . . and I love your idea of upcycled T-shirts. I just purchased one of your T- shirts as a Christmas present to myself. I love the affirmation! But I would buy an upcycled one in a heartbeat!

[@BlueprintDIY]

That's so awesome! Thank you!! 😊

[@ggburg8118]

Also you need a ‘clapper’. It’s a wood block that you put over the HOT FABRIC you have just ironed and it sets the ‘press’ or crease. It does this by quickly absorbing the steam from the fabric. Also, a server it one of the best purchases you will make. You never just pull out the thread, you tie it to the old thread and SLOWLY pull it through until it gets to the needle or the strike plate. But sergers a totally worth buying.

[@cavelleardiel]

LDH is Canadian!! Awesome.

[@wrinklesandsprinkles]

Mama’s are magnificent❣️

[@BlueprintDIY]

They sure are! ❣️

[@jojosewist8921]

Yes, a video on that Silhouette Cameo 4, how to use it. Also a video on selecting a cutting machine, pros and cons of various brands etc. Thank you for speaking so clearly and at an outstanding volume level. I just recently found your videos (less than a month ago.) I have enjoyed and found useful info in everyone I have viewed.

[@BlueprintDIY]

Sure 👍🏾 Welcome to the BlueprintDIY family! 🤗

[@johannaholmes9447]

Thank you!

[@palesalebea]

I want them all 😍❤❤

[@smiller8898]

Have most of the items on your list, gifted myself those clips last year. For some unknown reason, I never received sewing related items for Christmas....I guess my folks figured that I would get it myself. I definitely need to get that flexible ruler. I lost one and that blade seam ripper when I was doing quilting seminars at the library. Those scissors and striplights are enticing!! I am so with you regarding irons....because I do drop irons...I did have an $80.00 iron once and didn’t make it past one year so I stick to $25.00 iron and below ones...Have a good holiday!

[@GeeDriv]

Screen print tutorial? YES PLEASE!!

[@gojiberry7201]

Well, I just went and bought the serger .... I've been eyeballing it for a long time and the price dropped to $236.52 ... I'm still paying off my million-dollar sewing machine, but I figure this might be the only time for a while that the Brother has gotten so low. Everyone seems to love it. I also accidentally purchased some fabric that I had in my cart and forgot about (because I was so excited about the serger)...... and I'm staying home this winter! Everyone please be safe!!

[@BlueprintDIY]

Congrats! I know you're going to love it! 💕

[@angellab-c1690]

I have everything you featured except for the Cameo. An embroidery machine is on my wish list instead. I absolutely agree with your 10, especially having a good steam iron.

[@BlueprintDIY]

Oooh, an embroidery machine would be awesome too! 💕

[@dorisamstutz5888]

Embroidery machines are addictive I have a single needle husqvarna Viking topaz that is also a sewing machine then a year later got a used 6 needle baby lock, Bertha, then two years later a newer used 6 needle, Bertha Jr. BJ for short

[@tommiespriggs9606]

The Led light strip yesssss! I’m in design school and the tools your discussing are on point. Rowenta irons 👍🏿only iron I use for sewing & are used in our sewing lab. Shears you suggested another class must have.

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yayyy, that's great to know!

[@pjacksreads536]

Thanks great message

[@claudiajeanpierre3098]

Thank you for sharing 🥰🔥🙏🏽

[@OurHomeschoolCastle]

I love those clips and light strip!!!!

[@Jin04115]

Surgical seam rippers are amazing!!

[@danixoxo8637]

Clips are a game changer. 😁

[@riespark]

Can confirm about seam rippers for sure!!!! I have like four.....but I can only find one of them at any given time. I swear the others must totally exit my house during those times, haha.

[@quazylade90]

I finally subscribed. Lol. Thanks for the ideas. I actually just got a serger with my birthday money from April. It was a steal. A person was seller her like new machine for $150. I am so giddy using it and this weekend I actually made it a cover. 😁

[@mahhubbard]

Omg great video, so glad I found you.

[@justinabenson7229]

I just got that second one for the sweater at 99cent store for about 2 or 3 dollars recently.

[@miraalvarado5261]

Hi! newbies here from Philippines 🇵🇭 I really love your KZbin content that's why I send you love and support. 💝 I really wanted to know more about sewing and buying some stuff. More future videos to come and keep safe 🤗❤️

[@BlueprintDIY]

Welcome to the BlueprintDIY family! 🤗💕

[@miraalvarado5261]

@@BlueprintDIY Aw, Thank you 💕🤗😊

[@miraalvarado5261]

I am hoping this Christmas I'll have one of them. I really wanted to sew but I don't have sewing machine it's my dream to have one. I was about to buy this year actually but pandemic happen and don't have budget for that. If somebody will give me one I am very very thankful and happy for that. ☺️🤗

[@stephanier4678]

You are right the lightbulb on my machine died and I decided to buy the cheap led strip instead and not looked back since so much brighter I love them and like yours they dim Ince

[@trinityuncut]

*pauses video every 23 seconds and clicks add to cart* HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO ME!!! LOLL!!!

[@soniamurray1185]

You are such a great source of valuable information! So glad I found you. Thank you for sharing.

[@khenry5729]

How about Grace Kelly’s dress in her opening scene in the movie “ Rear Window” I saw it and thought about what you do and imagine you could do something of that nature. Just a thought. Love what you do! 💛

[@NaeNaeW]

I have always wanted a surger! That would be a luxury for me. Thanks for putting this together And sharing your thoughts. 🙂🙂🙂❤❤❤🌞🌻💐

[@Sew_Retired]

Bert Christmas list yet! I’ve been eyeing those clips for awhile now and will finally put them on my gift list :) Thank you for sharing!

[@SevasTra1900]

Whitney and Jahlisa! Yaaasssssss!

[@sparkyal43]

Try a Babylock Serger. I bought an Imagine Serger over 13 years ago and it is still working great. It has “air” threading. Try it.

[@bridgetrussell6616]

I would love a tutorial on the Silhouette Cameo 4. ❤️❤️❤️

[@tamiahall6329]

My serger has been boxed up for more than eight years. It scares me😬

[@annewhitney8809]

Get it out and grab some fabric scraps...play with it.

[@BlueprintDIY]

They can be intimidating, but hopefully I can inspire you to get it out and use it soon. 😁

[@mattiesmith1]

Same. I purchased it over 10 yrs ago and never opened the box. Please do a detailed video and I will finally use it!

[@dorisamstutz5888]

Mine intimidated me until I made myself use it and watched utube vids main th8ng thread it unthreadit mess with tension etc play with it

[@tamiahall6329]

I pulled out the box, 👀 at it for a couple days, hopefully I’ll play with it this weekend.

[@rayenathanrz1031]

Rowentas are great irons. Those adjustable forms are great, my daughter is skinny and i'm a plus size, great investment and time saver.Thanks. Did not know about the needle that double stitches!

[@BlueprintDIY]

The only reason I found out about the twin needle is because my sewing machine came with one. Fast forward a whole year and I'm just now figuring out how to use it. 😆

[@ambermize8950]

Another fantastic video! Thank you!

[@jojosewist8921]

Could you do a video on reasonably priced ironing boards. Preferably under $200. Looking for one that won't wiggle so much. Thank you.

[@lindarosenthal6835]

Great ideas. Thanks.

[@missygrando1965]

I love that...Whitley and Jaleesa. These are some great gift ideas. I want a serger so I am looking forward to your review.

[@BlueprintDIY]

I was wondering how many people would get the Different World reference. ☺️

[@rage108]

Yes! definite future videos on how to use Cameo 4 (roll used for it) and serger!

[@teresaschmidt772]

Yes please do a video on the cameo!!!

[@monachinn6089]

I just ordered the clips. I love the scissors

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yayyy! They're so helpful!

[@dorisamstutz5888]

Thank you for the excellent tips.

[@charleygravitt8831]

I want to know about a serger that sews/sergeres on top of fabric with out cutting it, and sergers with cutter as well.

[@FROMMYBEDR00M]

love this video and i stand by everything that you just mentioned!!!

[@esnedasinisterrabedon]

All this time I was just looking at your lipstick, it looks so beautiful on you 😊

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thanks so much!! 😁 It's an NYX shade. When I looked it up to buy more I realized that they don't make it anymore. 😭

[@tammyeaton4791]

I have a Rowenta that has 300 steam holes. I think I paid around $75 for it two years ago. Sometimes you can get them on sale or coupons at JoAnn, but BEWARE EXCLUSIONS.

[@mariazamarripa4413]

I'm a new subscriber and I've seen you in several tutorials. You are so informative and I enjoy watching you and learning from you. Saginaw, Texas

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yayyy another Texan! Thanks so much!!

[@katetrenajenkins8451]

Yes, I would love to see how to use the cameo. I love your videos.

[@honeypotfilms6066]

i want to get more into up cycling and making clothes so this gave me a lot of ideas ahahah - honeypot films

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yayyy! I'm so glad!! 👍🏽

[@thefashionartist1753]

I’m actually asking Santa 2 of those for Chrismas😜 the surger and the mannequin

[@pamojacosewingservices3863]

Hi Ms. Angelina, Great video. Stay Creative.

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thank you!! 😊

[@jaloneynorwood4306]

I have the first version of Cameo. And I love love mines ❣️

[@jean1946100]

I really enjoy watching you and love your name Angelina❣️🥰

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thanks so much!! 😁💕

[@alexisreavis7239]

Thanks for this video. My birthday is also in December so I can spread these gift ideas out between both holidays lol. It is a pandemic and a lot of people are short on cash, have you seen the videos for homemade dress forms made with masking tape? If you are familiar with them, what is your opinion of them, and would you do a video on that for us?

[@fl33khidsha]

Can you do a tutorial on how to use the twin needle ? Well more so how to thread the machine ?

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yes, that's coming up soon. 👍🏽

[@mathewsmonline]

Yes please 🥺🥺

[@ggburg8118]

Attn. MissBrooks. Loved that old show, ‘Our Miss Brooks’ w/ Eve Arden. You should have a place to add another thread spool. The thread holder should have come w/ your machine. Then you thread both threads through the machine and separate them at the needle. One thread in each needle. You should always check you manual, if you don’t have one, you can always find it on the internet. Search your machine make and model a If your machine can use a twin needle, the instructions should be there. BTW: make sure you have the correct throat plate on your machine. If the hole is too small, you will break your needle on the first stitch. Turn the wheel by hand before you hit the pedal. It’s easier than it seems. Good luck.

[@thetipsyrabbit5758]

You can never have too many seam rippers....I always pick one up when there is a notion sale...mostly because I constantly misplace them...and they get dull.

[@barbwiles123]

Some great ideas, thanks!

[@odettaclarke1535]

Thanks . That was great

[@cashmonispen4380]

Good morning 🌻 My DIY Queen 👑

[@BlueprintDIY]

Hi! 👋🏽💕

[@jacquelinecasey1361]

Very interested in seeing a Sillouette demo

[@elmyra.jackson]

Great video. I used to use an actually women's razor to shave the pills from clothes. I had no idea an actually took existed to do this. Thanks💙😃

[@jasnavuk]

Thank you so much for the tips! Will be writing a letter to Santa soon! : )

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yayyy!