20 sewing tips to improve your skills

[@rhumba969]

Hi Romy, I am a beginner at sewing and at the brink of giving up. This video of your encouragement and tips have relaxed my mind for another try. Thanks for your calm and cute nature of imparting your advices.

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

I am so thrilled to hear that 🌸 dont’t give up ! Keep going slowly but surely 👍

[@wendyfay16]

What a delight it was to watch your video! Thank you so very much. Fine needlework finishes appear to have died out even in items that one would expect to be lined, or hand sewn hems. I will always remember those special items that I bought that were fully lined, or very fine woollen slacks from a suit that were lined to just below the knees, while the jacket was so beautifully lined with hand finishes. I actually had a rather large splurge on that shopping trip, but I'll never forget how wonderful I felt each time I wore an item that I'd purchased on that shopping trip. It blows my mind when I meet married ladies with children who neither own an iron, let alone know how use one. I now need carers to assist me with almost everything I need to do just for everyday living tasks, so after showing a delightful Carer how to cut out the fabric for some curtains, when I asked her to just tack a seam for me, she looked at me with a totally blank and confused face. She then asked me what is a tack? I think that she thought it was a metal tack with a short sharp end. lol. I then attempted to describe how to do it for her, and then I looked onto KZbin so that she could see that better. It really is so sad to realise that these skills are being lost in today's throw away society, or perhaps I should say, a modern mindset. Although I now have tremors that make it impossible to even cut paper, let alone fabric, and I can't even draw a line on a piece of paper let alone trace out a pattern. This makes trying to hand sew the hem on a garment makes me think how difficult and painful it must be for porcupines to make love. At least I have the best treatment to remove spots of blood as I sew .... my own saliva. It really is the best solution that is always on hand. :) Thank you once again for your delightful video... so I'm now off now to enjoy some more of them! Cheers from Australia... and one who adored visiting your beautiful country several years ago. I particularly adored the Palace of Versailles.... and those magnificent gardens are forever imprinted on my memory! :)

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Thank you so very much for your kind message and for sharing your experience 🌸 I lived in Versailles for a few years. Magnificent place indeed ! Hopefully I’ll visit Australia some day, I would love that very much 😀

[@wendyfay16]

@@RomyStanZakStudio How wonderful to have lived in Versailles! Close enough to Paris but not too close that you are living in the hustle and bustle of a busy city, no matter how beautiful it is! :) Please let me know if you do visit Australia because I live right on the east coast, 400mtrs from the beach, and at the entrance to the Great Barrier Reef and I have a guest room too! Cheers, Wendy :)

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

This is so kind of you ! 🌸 Who knows what the future holds ? All the best :-)

[@colin101981]

Thank you so much for this video, these reminders are very welcome and useful. I've been sewing for over 15 years and yet still need and value being reminded of basics. As you rightly say, it's the little details that bring one's work up to a higher standard. I'm constantly amazed at the generosity in the sewing community to share both tips and tricks and supplies too!

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Thank you kindly, I am very glad you enjoyed this video ☺️ Enjoy your sewing 🌸✂️✂️

[@M-hc9xm]

Always something to learn! I had never heard about tracing with stitches. What a great idea for complex patterns. Thank you!

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Oh yes, it is so helpful ! For me it was life changing, really ! 🌸

[@Katwumyn]

I am new to sewing, and this video was extremely helpful and informative.Thank you so much for sharing so many great tips! Also, the video itself was very well done -- so polished and professional.

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Thank you very much !

[@NK-cd5lk]

What an amazing video.... You have brought my enthusiasm for sewing back..... I'd stopped for some years.... God bless you! Keep going.

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Your comment made me really happy 😊 God bless you as well 🌸

[@megnificentdiaries]

I almost quit sewing and then I found you. Thank you for inspiring beginners like us 😘❤️🥺

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

aww thank you so much. Don't quit. Rest and go back with renewed motivation and energy ! 😊🌸

[@aishatuabdulrahman6329]

You're such a wonderful teacher I left my sewing for 15year but I really want to go back and improve myself .thank for the tips I will surely work with that ma .❤❤❤

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Thank you very much 🌸 I wish you a lot of pleasure with your sewing 🧵

[@aishatuabdulrahman6329]

@@RomyStanZakStudio 👍👍👍

[@cheryldecgmail]

Fabulous! I love your technical, artistic, and insightful approach. It is a breath of fresh air!

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Thank you very much, Merci, it means a lot ! 🌸✂️🌸

[@savitasingh6944]

Well explained, you are such a wonderful teacher. Learned many things in 16 min. Keep it up👍👍

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

I am so happy to hear it. Thank you 🙏🌸

[@gypsygirl731]

Love all your tips. Sometimes I take zippers and buttons off of old throw away or damaged clothing. Recycle sleeves of sweaters for leg warmers a fun project to sew for beginners., or use sleeves from sweatshirts etc to put on your arms as you clean or paint. I use packing paper to trace patterns onto it from the nasty thin tissue paper they give you. This way they last longer.roll up patterns onto old cardboard rolls from wrapping paper and attach pattern picture envelope to it as folding patterns makes tears eventually. I roll up fabric as well for storage as folding breaks down fibers. Chanel suits are all hand sewn so yes hand sewing is key to learn first as some do t have machines. Learn to French seam.yes I agree with you finishes are important .

[@Izida87]

Thank you for your beautiful videos and lovely energy! I am looking forward to what comes up next!

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Thank you 🙏🌸

[@vincentmiller6977]

sorry to be so off topic but does any of you know of a way to log back into an Instagram account..? I was stupid lost the account password. I would appreciate any help you can give me

[@malcolmzaid2443]

@Vincent Miller Instablaster ;)

[@pornimamarde4449]

You are sach a great teacher Really good instructions I really like this video 👍

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Thank you kindly 🌸🍃

[@carolinemcauslin1275]

Thank you , love all your explanation and gentle voice x

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Thank you kindly 🌸

[@aarone1777]

Love that voice; it says; relax; you can do it! 😌

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

😇 that’s exactly that : you can do it !!

[@jacoabtweed789]

Oui

[@xiuhuagao4676]

Best advices. Yes, we should enjoy the journey n final product

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Thank you 🌸 Happy sewing !

[@vernabohnert635]

Very good video. We tend to forget to enjoy the journey 😋

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

sadly we do 😊🌸

[@superexplosiva2001]

So happy to have found your channel. Great work and your accent is so charming 😌

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

I will blush now 😊

[@hemaramesh770]

Your video is like a mothers guide to her child

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

This is so kind, thank you 🙏

[@earldaniellea.cartagena2208]

Thank you you're video help me to answer my test paper💖💓

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Oh that’s great 😀👍🌸

[@angelatompkins6839]

Thank u wonderful job on encouraging to use ur skills..

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

My pleasure 😊

[@lisettegarcia]

Love her pin cushion

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Thanks 😉

[@mytlejupin-samuels4705]

Many thx.. loved the video. I learnt a lot of good habits..

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Thank you, I am so glad 😊🌸

[@gypsygirl731]

I’ve been sewing since I was 11 made a maxi coat lined at 14. Granny taught me. I’ve learned never to pull the fabric Altho it looks like we do in videos and live just guide fabric never pull it. Press press press with an iron.I used tissue paper under a fragile fabric such as organza veil like chiffon to sew so it doesn’t catch underneath into the feed dogs. Then you can carefully tear it off.

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Thank you for you message, I really enjoyed reading your tips ! 🍃🌸🍃

[@lucillewong1161]

I love your tips👍🏼🌹

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Thank you 🙏

[@dhanghale3761]

You have now become my great teacher luckly i found you..i understand your method of explaining ..i live in France and using my lockdown time with your videos..if possible can you tell me from which site i can buy the fabric in France please 😘😘🙏

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Thank you 😊 Linsvosges is great for beautiful bedding, otherwise Stragier, e-tissus, tissuprice etc... I saw you commented in french in another video. I you wish, I have a French channel as well 😉

[@dhanghale3761]

Romy Stan Zak [EN]thank you i have commanded in amazon also..I am looking right now also to the sites you gave me..thank you I am greateful😘👍🙏what is the name in French channel please

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

You’ll find a link in the description box 😉

[@eurekacombrink4900]

Thank you.. I learned a lot.!🌹

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

I'm happy to hear it 🌷🙏

[@maheraljannan1676]

Hey there Romy! Yet another episode of good giveaway techniques! Keep up the good work! Bonne courage.

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Merci 🙏 I’m happy you enjoyed it 🌸

[@maheraljannan1676]

@@RomyStanZakStudio I actually did. I look forward to your next video. By the way, I am not in tailoring business :)... I am just an amateur...

[@geribelk4041]

18 inch deep lift chatr

[@eh5169]

If I want to make a fitted sheet for an electric adjustable single bed that is 190 x 90cm what will the measurements be in order to make the sheet stay on the mattress when the mattress head is raised

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Hello ! I have a fitted sheet tutorial on my channel. I recommand following the instructions and adding the elastic all around instead of just the 4 corners. Also you can add strings to tie it on the back. I am afraid I have never had to sew for an electric bed. Hope that helps 🙏 happy sewing.

[@mansoorkhan276]

Superb...👍

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Thank you 🙏🌸

[@joemenchepkech6057]

Thank you from Kenya

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

My pleasure 🌸 A big thank to you 👋

[@shridevinair4046]

Awesome 👍 Thank you so much 🙏

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

My pleasure 🌸🙏

[@jonasliryhernando8000]

Keep doing great videos! ❤ from the Philippines

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Thank you, I will 🌸✂️😊

[@kimberleyjane2338]

Honestly I do practice all of these guidelines, and with pride. What I cannot handle and don't know when it is mandatory, is top stitching. It also scares me. Presently, I am working on a blouse, made with self drafted bodice. My collar, collar stand, sleeves, the fit, are awesome but the top stitching, if attempted, might make a mess. Including the seam allowance, there are actually 4 layers to top stitch. I'm scared. Any suggestions?

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Top stitching is not mandatory but it truly adds a layer of refinement. Also, technically it is done to really fix garment pieces in place and give them the perfect finish. Like a ‘permanent ironing’ if you will. I highly recommend practicing it on scraps with the same amount of layers you have in your real garment. and if you are scared, there is a special presser for topstitching, which I find amazing, especially for beginners. Hope that helps 🌸🍃✂️

[@kimberleyjane2338]

@@RomyStanZakStudio Thank you, so much. I will practice, until perfection! 🙂🇨🇦

[@aqsasallinone2878]

Thank you so much dear..

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

You are welcome 🙏

[@suzanmascoe6745]

Thank you. I'm inspired

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Thank you 🌸

[@aliza4155]

Judging by accent Australia or British 😅well amazing tips really helped alot♥️♥️♥️

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

😁😁👋 french, actually 😉😇 happy sewing ! ✂️✂️✂️

[@Monah-u9f]

Its a brilliant tips

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Thank you 🙏

[@johnroekoek12345]

Topstitching Edgestitching Understitching explained in seconds 👍👍👍👍

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

😊🌸👍

[@johnroekoek12345]

@@RomyStanZakStudio 7:10 Those threads can be removed quickly. But using a pencil eraser you just carefully whipe them away.

[@kitasofia]

Thank you beautiful Romy ❤️ do you know of anyone who may have resources for me to learn to drape sleeves? I’d appreciate any advise. I will be over the moon if one day you create a video to show how to drape 🥰 But this video is so thoughtful and encouraging. Thank you for taking the time to teach me and many others!

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Thank you so much for your kind words 🙏🌸 In English the only book I know for draping is by Connie Crawford ( amzn.to/2xAZi7d ). It doesn’t come in cheap and it only has a few short pages on tracing and draping the sleeves but I find them useful. Also the rest of the book is amazing, you will learn so much about draping. And yes I will do videos on the subject 😉🌸✂️

[@rebeccadavis220]

Thank you

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Merci 😊

[@devildiamond68]

Thx for the tips.

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

🌸✂️

[@hennabybilkees]

Love from india dear❤️

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

🙏😊🌸✂️

[@sumairaaziz4597]

Very useful. Give us a tutorial of different useful presser feet please

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

Yes I will indeed 😉

[@MC-mk1ec]

👏🏻👏🏻🙏

[@RomyStanZakStudio]

🌸✂️😀