How to Read a Sewing Pattern with Liesl Gibson I Creativebug

[@jenniferhutchings5590]

She’s the Bob Ross of sewing, so calming and so educational. Love it

[@cbugstudio]

You're totally right! Thanks for the kind words!

[@Missbekah85]

Yes! I thought she had a Mr Rogers vibe!

[@cccsss9985]

The Zen seamstress. Very lovely person, patient and pleasant. Not weird...how utterly refreshing! Thanks, ZenSeamstress.

[@MusicalMali]

...and you can just mark all those happy little notches. :)

[@kimberlyhaugan9983]

My brother Doug agree`s.

[@gardengirl694]

This was the best video I’ve watched for a beginner. No crazy background music, no nonsense, no confusing weird language. Just simple, easy to understand information! Thank you so much!

[@M.is.for.me.]

Agreed. 💯%. I was just about to comment the same thing.

[@julzgulz1992]

I read this title as “how to read a sewing pattern with lies” and thought, finally! A video for me. So many patterns seems to be rife with devious inaccuracies. 😅

[@ItsDigitalGameBreak]

until i read this i went thru the whole video thinking that's what it said and was so happy haha

[@Lilly-dk5bg]

Same! 😂😂😂

[@chalise73]

Best comment I've seen today.

[@cherylp.3347]

Oh my goodness yes,! 😂 now I’ve missed the first two minutes of the video ‘cause I can’t stop laughing.

[@gwendorphins7]

Me too!!!

[@aqsadaf13]

I have been sewing for 2 decades....still found this tutorial one of the best and easiest to follow. Barvo

[@cbugstudio]

So happy to hear you think so!

[@CountVonTrotsky]

Barvo

[@aroyaliota]

Yep, same here.

[@renetorry7654]

You are organized. No rambling or bumbling. Great teaching skills. Helped me a lot

[@renetorry7654]

Zoe DIY Hi. Enjoying your tutorials.

[@sweetladyd515]

Great job never to old to learn. I been sewing 50 yrs thx👍🌞❤

[@markmeybell3992]

I'm in corporate education and I would be over the moon to have all of my facilitators & instructors deliver with the patience and clarity that Liesl demonstrates. I'm dabbling with the idea of beginning to sew and this video helped demystify the patterns that used to give me anxiety back in high school home ec.

[@saywhat8966]

Have your facilitators & instructors watch this for how teaching is best applied.

[@Snagit4yourself]

Liesl is such a great teacher. Wished I could take a class in person. She explains things on a level that a beginner can understand. Thank you so very much Liesl for taking your personal time to teach the rest of us :-)

[@fabulousmarilyn3.088]

Rhonda Callahan absolutely

[@AP-uw9if]

This was really helpful... Thank you so much Liesl for making this video easy to follow.

[@j.kaimori3848]

I wish she was my home ec teacher.

[@saraclouse]

I've never made any clothing from a pattern, and my first project, I'm tackling a dress pattern from 1949! I'm intimidated, but this video helped me feel so much more at ease!! Glad I found it.

[@andiekane2848]

How did it go!?

[@chalise73]

@@andiekane2848 I want to know, too. Lol

[@jmrocks49]

Not many people are natural teachers, but you! I’ve seem many videos on how to read a pattern, and yours is the most logically organized as well as smoothly executed. Great job!

[@a.y.001]

Thank you so much for this explanation. I am a beginner and this is really helpful. Cheers

[@joycecollins7005]

HOW ARE YOU DOING WITH YOUR SEWING ?

[@blaze01313]

Awesome

[@pmurrrell]

I thought so, too! It made my pattern make a lot more sense.

[@MexicanHotChic]

I’ve only sewn by eye and measurements, and I’ve made a lot of clothing and even a prom dress. I have always bought patterns but I’ve been too scared and confused to use them. I found this so helpful thank you

[@peacheskong2245]

How did you manage to do so?

[@Meeessh]

Same, and I'm sitting at the kitchen table with my first pattern, lost. This video helped so much

[@saywhat8966]

You have natural talent with boldness to make it happen.

[@LuCyGurL43]

You have a really nice and easy teaching voice. Thank you

[@finhisself501]

I came here for a beginner's lesson. Now, I know way more than I did before, but I'm also too soothed and relaxed by Liesl's explanation to get back up and work.

[@MissBehaving888]

Right!?☺️😂 Me too

[@SHELLY53100]

THIS IS THE BEST VIDEO THAT I HAVE SEEN FOR BEGINNERS!!!! VERY INFORMATIVE!!!!! YOU EXPLAIN EVERY DETAIL AND WHY. I AM GOING TO SUBSCRIBE TODAY. I FELT LIKE I WAS IN SCHOOL. I DID NOT WANT TO MOVE MY EYES OFF OF THE VIDEO!!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!

[@dezzysa]

Thank you so much. I was expecting patterns and their instructions to be way more comprehensive, but when I opened mine up I was completely lost. This information is invaluable.

[@ninacrump8864]

Thank you! You are a credit to society. Your husband must be really proud of you. God bless you.

[@hippocampus6514]

I'm late to the party, but I also want to say: thank you Liesl for making a pattern less daunting. Also, you have a really soothing voice!

[@lexyiero788]

You made it so easy to understand! I am a fashion student who gave up my passion and want to get back into garment constructing but it’s been years and I didn’t know where to start! This was a great refresher and so informative and clear! Thank you!

[@cbugstudio]

We're so happy to hear this! Keep with it!

[@charlotteblankenship8078]

I searched and searched for a video to help me understand patterns. None could quite help me fully grasp, until I found this one! This is by far the best! Thank you so very much!!! I am so excited to learn to sew with patterns!!!

[@cbugstudio]

Oh that's so sweet of you to say Charlotte! We're thrilled you found this one to be helpful!

[@amyosgood6044]

I was taught years ago to sew in 4-H, sadly I don't think I ever really learned to read a pattern. You've made it much easier to understand. Thank you!

[@smallfootprint2961]

I am pretty old and have been sewing, off and on all my life. I always had trouble fitting my upper body and never heard or knew about fitting for the upper bust. I always measured my bust and tried to alter as I sewed, the rest of the top. It was always a fiasco and lots of tears. I am/was a big size to begin with, and everything was too big. The shoulders didn't fit right and the neck was too big and everything fell off my shoulders. I felt like a freak. Now, I know that I'm a large cup size and size the rest of the top to fit and alter for the cup size. So much easier. What a lot of wasted energy and hurt. This has been very helpful. Some tips are good reminders, and some are new ideas and will make my sewing life easier. I'm ready to go. Thanks for posting. I've subscribed.

[@korinnab.2318]

I can't wait to create myself a vintage wardrobe with old patterns :)

[@juliagarcia4795]

thank you so much this is the most and only helpful sewing pattern video I have watched on youtube

[@marywoods9196]

Thank you so much! You are an excellent teacher 👏 I have been, nervous about patterns for 46 years! Still hear the NUNS words, In my ears. Best video, on sewing, I have seen. Keep up the good work.

[@c.sharon8038]

I just bought my 1st sewing machine. I haven't sewn since high school ( Home Ec) lol I'm looking forward to buying some fabric and beginning my journey!

[@cbugstudio]

Congrats Sharon! You're going to have a blast!

[@maehardy1214]

I watched you time and time again to make sure I get on how to understand and cut a pattern I am getting it between knitting ant chrochet this is only thing that calms me and keep my mind and brains stable in this crazed world. Thanks to all your information on sewing Greatly appreciated ❤️☺️

[@itsamyrtlebeachthang7842]

By far the best instructions I've encountered on youtube! I am a beginner and could not figure out the fabric layouts. You are wonderful at this, keep it up! Thank you for the detailed instructions.

[@liezelvs]

If u have never sewed in ur life Liesl will ensure u will be greatly guided through it all xxx thank u

[@JG-yh8wz]

Very nice! No frufru. No minced words . Just solid info from start to finish. Thank you.

[@mrscaw]

I have sewn several small things using fat quarters or basic cushion covers but wanted to move on to clothing. I have a simple top pattern that comprises of only 3 pieces, but was a bit daunted by everything before me! A quick search on led me to this video which has answered every single question that I had and more. Thank you for such a great video - clearly explained, not over complicated. Subscribed and can see me spending the rest of my Sunday evening watching more of your videos. Hubby's gonna have to cook dinner...

[@lisagiangreco7107]

I am a beginning sewer as well and want to move onto clothing. My husband says he's lost me to the sewing machine :)

[@rickilynnwolfe8357]

How wonderful such a lovely lady she explained everything step by step and her voice was very kind and through. I could only sew pillows and curtains but now I feel confident to read and measure and start tackeling more easy sewing projects to move up when I have this down pretty good. Thank you so much I now understand alot more basics to sewing thanks to you.I don't know about anybody else but I really didn't want this video to end lol I wanted to see the little dress and bloomers finished 😊 God Bless 🙏💜

[@MegaBpop]

Gonna be home eat here. This is the BEST video I have ever seen to explaining how to read a pattern. Thank You !! Your approach was calming & encouraging. Thank You .

[@dellarussell7963]

On KZbin videos Liesl is a more detailed gifted teacher. Thank you, Liesl !

[@estellita873]

I love you :).... I am starting my very first sewing project....... I know now after watching this I CAN DO IT!

[@rosecarone2391]

Estellita Murg

[@25centdiy79]

I'm trying to sew my first dress and I had no idea how to read a pattern! Thank you so much for this; it is so helpful and comprehensive. You made it very easy to understand, especially for beginners! 💚

[@briannaprieto3043]

How did it go?

[@marissadezeeuw378]

This is the best video! You made it so simple and explained in such detail. Thank you so much! Also your voice is very calm which makes me feel like I can do this!

[@violetcarson5532]

Happy Tuesday Ms. Gibson, I just found your channel. Thank you for explaining how to read patterns. You're a wonderful teacher.

[@genafuscaldo6373]

I LOVE THIS VIDEO ~ I AM NEW TO SEWING, WELL.. I have not bought my sewing machine, I am getting it for my Birthday. I opened a McCall pattern, and I felt Sick ! I had no idea of how to proceed. Thank you Miss Gibson.. You have put my mind at ease !!!

[@digitalbreakthroughs]

I'm so happy I clicked this lesson. Absolutely wonderful. I haven't sewn in over 40 years, and this tutorial has me so excited to get back into it. No more feeling intimidated. Thank you!

[@xXRockStevenXx]

Single-handedly the best video to watch as a beginner. I love to start learning new skills by taking on one project that is way out of my skill level and making a mess of it and learning via trial by fire 😅 but this video helps de-mystify so much that I now have a dangerous level of confidence.

[@sweetoneloves6811]

You are just marvelous, just wonderful ...Thank for being so clear and real without making sewing a hard job. I have made several outfits already. thank you so much.

[@catraa7738]

that's what I call professional teaching. Thank you, Liesl!

[@paulpardee]

You're such a great teacher! Every time I thought of a question to ask, you answered it. Very thorough and clear instructions. Makes me feel confident that I can do this, too!

[@codyfisher8695]

Wow, she’s a born teacher. I hope she has a lot more videos.

[@jodybell2954]

Thanks so much Liesl! Your calming voice and technique made working with a pattern less daunting.

[@thomasedib848]

As a beginner, I was looking for a simple ,explanatory video to understand sewing patterns for hours🧐At last, I found all the answers to my what and how questions in a single video.Thank you so much🙏

[@hattiewynter7846]

6 years later, this video is still SUPER helpful! thank you :)

[@lilianwainwright5043]

When my children were small I did a lot of sewing. Now I’m an OAP I have come back to sewing and this is a brilliant refresher course. Thank you Lilian

[@trini18alday]

I have watched countless other videos on sewing patterns. This is by far the most clear and detailed. I think I'm finally ready to use this pattern I've intimidated to open up. Thank you!!

[@goldfishriver]

Great refresher video. I haven't sewn a garment in a while. Very clear and calm instructions. Thanks, Liesl!

[@serice119]

My daughter wants to sew her own clothes and I was clueless. This video helped me understand the pattern we bought so much better! Thank you!

[@DC10418]

Thank you so much for this perfect pattern tutorial. I’m recently retired, and haven’t sewn since I was 12 and made an apron in summer school home ec class. ❤

[@jackieolivera615]

This is the best video I have found. I watched and rewatched as I go and I learn something important each time. THANK YOU

[@chickenlittle6756]

I remember my mother doing all of this with me around 12 years old and I gotta say you did it so fantastically well. I'm just stuck watching this because you're so calming and clear but I don't even like using packaged patterns anymore lol. Great explanation though really good job going over a whole lot of info

[@helenweatherby1694]

Absolutely brilliant. Thank you for not drowning the narrative with jangly music.

[@susandruce1064]

This is the best explanation for sewing a pattern that i have seen on you tube,especially for a beginner like me so thankyou for the upload its appreciated.

[@pattilindert5980]

So helpful and informative! I haven't done any sewing for over 30 years and received a new machine for Christmas. Can't wait to get started again! Many thanks!

[@tracygrey8781]

This video was by far the best instructional video for reading & cutting out patterns! Thank you sooo much!

[@marooon9814]

You’re so kind and gave a detailed explanation and demonstration, thank you from a beginner!

[@braidishbymeliza8236]

Words simply cannot explain how perfect this tutorial was. So informative and answered the most important questions that beginners would have or never even think to ask.

[@zocava90]

The filming, editing and quality of this video is very good for 9 years ago! Thought it was from this year until I noticed the upload date. I’ve just started sewing and this is by far the best beginner tutorial I’ve seen. I followed along and cut out of my pieces today 😁

[@alanahopetv]

HUGE time and fabric-saving tip on taking the high-bust measurement for C-cup bust sizes!!! Thank you!!

[@madelaine3209]

Wow! You are an excellent teacher. I have learned so much from your lesson. Thank you!! There is no better instruction than what you gave.

[@seachelle7222]

This is the best video for learning sewing patterns. She takes her time to explain everything in a calm, coherent manner.

[@raginVocals]

I've thrown away away so many patterns because I didn't understand them. I'm so glad that you did this tutorial because in doing so, I feel more confident in purchasing a pattern and giving it another go. Thank you very much!!

[@nica2947]

I haven't sewn in over 30 years and this video was a great refresher!!!

[@paulatinkham2622]

I'm just getting back into sewing after about 30 yrs . Teaching my 12 yr. Old Granddaughter

[@MadeByGod1973]

I am happy that I ran across this. Now I can read my pattern and do it as you showed in the video. So well explained. Some things can't be explained in 10 minutes. It was worth watching. Thanks so much!!!!!!

[@kimr3439]

This is a Fantastic refresher...I am taking up sewing again after 20+ years and found this video perfect. Thanks!

[@sarahlyon8664]

This is so helpful. And I really appreciate that you explained about people who have a larger bust as well as that is a big reason I want to make my own clothes; mass-produced fashion does not fit my particular shape. Thanks Liesl.

[@elainebates6967]

I have only just found your blog/classes. I know that they go back to 2014 but I have found your style of instructions very easy and straight to the point. I hope to find more of your past entries and get to look at them. Thank you.

[@cbugstudio]

Thanks a ton for writing, Elaine! Isn't she the best?!

[@nombulelomaphanga3548]

Good afternoon from South Africa, I just wish to extend my gratitude to your lesson above. Like most people that have written to you - you are such a great teacher - I look forward to more of your teachings. THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!!

[@pyrplebutterfly]

Excellent tutorial, clear, easy to understand and concise. Thank you so much for uploading!

[@priyaj6308]

Thank you. I am a beginner and your instructions have made me confidant in trying a pattern

[@Sierva653]

Wow....this is an amazing tutorial. The best and most comprehensive I found so far. Thank you soooo much.

[@PifsGifts]

isabellabellisima totally 100% agree!!!

[@marieosborne1735]

@@PifsGifts how to cut a flair skirt.

[@terriclancy5818]

My gosh! Thanku so very much! An exceptional lesson.... I felt like I was in school. Very well explained and filmed as well.☺

[@fabulousmarilyn3.088]

TERRI CLANCY yes, the filming was in point. You rock Ms. Leslie

[@howdeedogiant6229]

This is THE best pattern video ever. I save it to go back whenever I have a step I want to review again. Love it!!

[@mikobrn75]

I've just gotten into sewing and I've watched a lot of these videos, you're easily the sweetest and easiest teacher so far!! I really enjoy learning from your videos!

[@JuanitaThacker]

You're the best! I got my first sewing machine and pattern today and now I'm much more confident 😊💕

[@semco72057]

I love how you showed us what to look for on the patterns and demonstrated how to read the legend and how to mark the patterns or the tracing paper which I will probably want to use instead so the pattern is still intact and can be used again easily for a different size if needed. I thank you so much for the help you have given me and I will use it in my projects. My mother sewed dresses for my sisters and herself and had a nice machine and I now have a new machine and want to use it to make projects specific to my needs, but won't be doing women's clothing though.

[@MsLunaYuna]

Very thorough tutorial. This made patterns so much less intimidating. I have taught myself through trial and error quite a bit with sewing but patterns always looked far out of my league. Now I feel like I can definitely tackle making my own clothing to fit my body and my style.

[@cardstockcreations7497]

Best sewing video I have ever seen. Thank you so much Liesl for a wonderful, simple explanation for everything pattern oriented. So many teachers skip over things they assume everyone knows. This was so helpful for me.

[@nharzic9248]

Such fantastic practical tips. I now completely understand all of the mistakes I have made in the past and realised why being sloppy about pattern instructions has caused my past attempts to fail. Also your delivery is so clear and concise, it was a pleasure to watch. Thank you for your video.

[@Love2TravelAway]

I'm a beginner at Sewing thank you for having teacher qualities to explain.

[@chalise73]

What a great speaker and teacher. I love how calming her voice is....I could listen to her for hours. Oh wait.....I already have. Lol

[@melindall05]

Great video! Really helped me, I bought my first pattern last weekend and when I opened it, I was sooooo lost. Feel a lot better now so thank you so much!

[@tjhamiton2316]

Thanks so much for your tutorials, Liesl. They are so helpful and your voice is so calm and reassuring! I just took my first sewing class today and felt totally incompetent but after watching many of your videos tonight I understand the process better and feel like I may actually be able to do this!

[@janmckinnon5546]

Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. I'm just a beginner and you have given me the confidence to try and make myself a simple dress. Can't wait to view your other video's. Thank you so much

[@snooty1368]

i have been scared to do a sewing pattern and this video helped me overcome my fear. this is a GREAT beginners guide!

[@splashdjp]

this was so helpful as i just bought my first pattern marked "easy," and upon opening it up I wasn't feeling it was easy. Saved this and will for sure refer back when I'm finally ready to start my first clothing project. Thank you so much.

[@owjaysmom]

I love the explanation about the bust measurements. I have so much trouble getting clothes to fit right because I have a larger bust, but very small shoulders. This is very helpful, so thank you!

[@jen-jenfritz2188]

I'm beginner and would like to make my own dress but unfortunately the commercial patterns can be intimidating. Making this video explaining how to read the pattern helps me a lot, thank you for your time sharing it.

[@andresfelipe619]

This is so extremely helpful. I'm teaching myself how to sew and patterns scare me, so this unravels the mystery quite efficiently. Thank you very much!

[@MissBehaving888]

These videos are so helpful I've learnt so much. İ was i tears the other frustrated with sewing. Liesl calmed me down. God bless you❤️

[@lisagiangreco7107]

Wow! Clear, concise, informative. I am a beginning sewer and this was incredibly helpful! Thank you!

[@lauraesyates]

Very clear and detail oriented. This is exactly what I was looking for, thank you!

[@kimmielovesparis1]

Even though I have been sewing for many years and know a lot of the information given in the video....I still learned something. It never occurred to me to place wrong sides together and to do the markings as shown. Brilliant- going to do this from now on. I also really enjoy the pace of the instructions and this would be super helpful to new sewers. I certainly wish when I was a beginner that I had access to this information presented this way. Thank you.

[@deborahhasty8515]

Thank you for this lesson! Easy to understand and clearly demonstrated information is sometimes hard to find.

[@sklein325]

Thank you so much for the video. I have to make my daughter's Halloween costume which aren't sold and have to modify an Alice in Wonderland dress pattern. Patterns have always confused me and you just cleared things up. I'll be watching more of your videos. Thanks again!

[@BBknits]

Wow! I was missing out, just got a Creativebug subscription! Now I can watch all of your amazing videos, and sew along!! Thank you so much !!!!!!!