5 tips to sew better garments in 2025 | learn to sew | sewing

[@mmills5951]

For new sewist, I’m 65 years old and have been sewing over 55 years. As a reference, I made wedding dresses in the 80s to supplement our income. I have seam ripper’s in every room of my house. I have one in my car and in my desk at work. No matter the experience, mistakes happen. Don’t stop sewing because you make a mistake. There is a learning curve to sewing, so be patient with yourself and persevere.

[@rerelat8242]

This is good advice.

[@sonyawhite8785]

I'm so glad to hear you talk about the importance of fitting! It's what I'm focusing on in 2025.

[@sandyginn860]

Right. I sew simple things. I gave up clothes because of this reason. But...i am going to try something new. Fins something i like the waybit fits..and use that clothing as my pattern. Lol

[@craftymystic4868]

I’ve experienced sewing and fitting as 2 separate and distinct skills to acquire. As I’ve sewn for at least 50+ years, fitting and fashion and fitting your own body aren’t the same skill set as making a nice set of trousers or how to match fabric and pattern. And yes, the seam ripper is still always in reach 😂

[@decietaylor7157]

Very good advice ..I THINK I HAVE MY OLD BRITTANY BACK ! ..miss not seeing you sew , cut and Serge ..."BLESSINGS" !!!

[@YWinn-77]

Great advice on all levels. Like some others in the comments, I,too have been sewing for 50+ years. The one step I need to be more diligent in doing is making a muslin. This would improve my fit 100%. Thank you for the advice and the references.👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@Dean56Bell]

Thanks so much for the video! I've already started purchasing more muslin fabric. Looking forward to seeing your makes for 2025! 😊😊😊

[@laurajones4088]

I’ve been sewing for many years and use these great tips, although I usually make wearable muslins in fabric similar to the one I will use for the final project. In addition to body measurements, I also take flat pattern measurements which help with placement of bust darts, etc. When making fit adjustments, I think it’s best to make one adjustment at a time. Machine basting, trying the garment on, and checking the fit before sewing permanent seams have helped me avoid some mistakes. And keeping a seam ripper on hand certainly helps, too. Thanks for these great tips, Brittany!

[@robinlandtroop2774]

Brittany, this was a really good video. What a way to start 2025!

[@LivingInThisDay5]

Happy New Year. This is excellent, thank you for sharing your knowledge. I can so relate on all you shared especially cutting into your fabric without making a muslin. I’ve learned the hard way few years back, never again.

[@celcielmoore1664]

Some of the same things I’ve been thinking about plus some I hadn’t even considered. Thanks so much Brittany. Love your videos ❤

[@janfranklin2114]

Every tip you gave, is something that improved my sewing results ❤

[@kambrallfreeman2818]

Thank you for this video. A lot of great tips. Especially making the muslin. That is one that I definitely have to change my mindset about as well. Hope you and your family are having a great start to the new year. 💜

[@urabrown9671]

Great tips. Thank you.❤

[@ZeldaSews]

Brittany, this was a great video! Some of these tips were eye-opening for me.

[@loissage3630]

Thank you for this. I needed to hear this. ❤

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Awesome! Thank you for watching!

[@thecurator2626]

These are great tips. Thanks.

[@brittanyjjonestv]

You're welcome. Thank you for watching!

[@doloresw]

I still have not managed to get better at fitting. I realized there is ease in the garments but I find it hard to know how much is there or how much to take away. I also get hung up on what fabric I want to use. Thanks for this video with great recommendations for how to improve.

[@rerelat8242]

Me too

[@Faith-ki2xi]

Thanks Brittany. Great tips. Can you do a video showing how to add an exposed zipper in a dress.

[@ladylouise1969]

Hey-great tips!! :+) I had a chuckle when you mentioned feeling the fabrics!! I cannot go into a fabric or clothing store without feeling the fabrics!! I touch everything I am drawn to-I believe it is Essential!! I have been sewing for 55 years-you Never can learn Too much about your craft!! It is always nice to see you and your smile!! :+) God Speed.

[@elhill6972]

It is like you and my brain were speaking together directly before you made this video. Thank you!

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Yayyy! Glad it spoke to you! Thank you for watching!

[@Touchingtheworld513]

Brittany!!!!!!!!! So you are talking about everything that I have said to myself today. I started my new project and did a muslin, which I normally do, but I do not make the adjustments I need to a garment. I feel bad that I waited this long to truly look at fit and pay attention to the details of fit.

[@enishajamison1960]

I started back sewing in 2018, and I've made muslins ever since. I actually enjoy them because I truly believe in "just sewing" once I cut my good fabric. I made a habit of purchasing inexpensive fabric and label them as Muslin Only. As always, thanks for sharing. Happy New Year🎉

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Love that you buy inexpensive fabric just for muslins only. I'm getting into making them year and excited to see how my garments will fit even better. Thanks for watching!

[@catfishrox]

I’ve been sewing for many years, but since retiring and watching videos, I’ve learned new techniques and stitches 😂😂😂😂. I’m excited about fitting now and have muslin (used for making pillows and bags) to practice with. Thanks for the inspiration 🙏🏽🥰.

[@Sammy-cy4tj]

Good day. Thank you for these tips. I found this to be so helpful, especially learning to take measurements and learning fabrics.

[@gbolton03]

Wow, I needed to hear this today. You have no idea, thank you.

[@learningtogetherbygrace]

Good tips. Thanks!

[@dianamarlowe3352]

I make a pattern from my pattern. I also don't cut my fabric 1st. Thanks brittany

[@mslj4062]

Love these these objectives Brittany. They are very similar to what I wish to accomplish in my own creative endeavors for 2025 as a sewist. Thank you so much for sharing your suggested textbooks on measurement and fittings. I need to purchase a couple and this is a great start. May you accomplish all your desires in this New Year. Blessings everyone. 🎆🥂🪡🙏🏼👏🏻🙂

[@DarHarper-i8o]

Thank you Brittany!🥰🥰

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Thank you for watching!

[@gladysscott526]

Thank you Brittany this was so spot on and much needed to be said. I have messed up some nice fabric because I didn’t do a muslin fit.

[@jaeninetravelclub8894]

Going to look into the Fabric Book. Thanks for the tips.

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Awesome! Hope you like one! Thank for watching!

[@kinnasews]

Great tips! I struggle with making muslins as well.

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Same. We can do it!

[@JSewTastic]

Great tips. TFS

[@kaytucker5128]

Very Good video!

[@rebeccalandor2211]

I struggle with my crotch area with jeans.. and not taking my measurements relying on a pattern. Thanks for the advice.

[@brittanyjjonestv]

You're welcome! Thank you for watching!

[@teresacalton1593]

How do I make a pair of bell bottom jeans fit in length without cutting half of the big bell off? I'm only 5 ft tall and the jeans are 4-6 inches too long. I'm desperate to. Learn how to do this.

[@zsahar7469]

Can you do more sew a long on infant and children clothing please.

[@lynetterene]

I knew you were talking to yourself when you mentioned "make a muslin" 😅😅

[@elisaluckett1439]

I have a book about fabrics it’s a fabric book and it have pictures of the fabrics

[@susank476]

Wow book title?

[@helenv2906]

No sound to this video!!! Anyone else having this problem. Thanks!

[@lynetterene]

Check your volume button....all good here

[@Dean56Bell]

@@lynetterene My sound was perfect...😊

[@lynetterene]

@Dean56Bell hmmm...I wonder what happened 🤔

[@connienatale7886]

No problem with my sound.