How To Start Sewing | How I learned to sew + what you need to get started!

[@lord_beethoven1169]

That’s amazing how a little curiosity and determination can turn into a booming career in less than 2 years. 👀 and you’re just getting started. Your content is so inspiring.

[@donglawenjudennes.4725]

Me with a lot of papers due for school: Uh huh, yup. Let’s learn how to sew Fr tho, you, Micarah, and all the other seamstress/ sewing KZbinrs are so cool! Wish I had the talent (and patience) to be able to make clothes

[@kakul7568]

True they are by the way from which country

[@erin3820]

same

[@estelle9738]

I have exams in 2 weeks lol

[@adnandani3170]

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[@sydneygarver8976]

dude same. I came from the doc because I gave up

[@AmeliaAdolph-y1b]

I've always wanted to start sewing, but when I found out YOU were self-taught, I ran to this video to learn how you started out! I love your content and the dresses you make

[@haikyuuri7979]

You began in 2020 ?? Can't believe it you're so talented !

[@khan_rukayya]

Same I can't believe it too.

[@Maison_Marion]

Another Tip: Don't begin with stretch-fabrics until you know the basics with non-stretch fabric. Sewing stretch is a whole different skill. You'll need different needles, different ways of finishing to make it nice looking (with twin-needles, or knitted ribbon), different stitches instead of straight, or using a serger to sew directly etc.

[@Blablabla44475]

It’s amazing that artistic people seem to excel at anything they do! Anytime I try something creative, I find it effortless to learn! Good job! I started knitting last year, a few months in, I started crocheting, and now I’m ready to start sewing this year!

[@sarahmohamed7891]

love that for usss❤

[@andreasanchez3557]

I learned how to sew when I was 8 years old. Well, Handsewing to be exact for years I sewed by hand and as a cosplayer, it took me a full year to make my cosplays ( ages 15 to 18 ). Finally when I graduated high school one of my Graduation party guests ( my family friend ) bought me my first sewing machine for my graduation. So I have been sewing for about 12 to 13 years. So most of my life I've been sewing.

[@davidmadisontheguardian]

Great story. Thanks for sharing.

[@mohmmedamin8175]

Im soo jealous

[@Dante02d12]

As a complete beginner (I haven't even started yet, I'm just checking out KZbin videos), I think this video is an EXCELLENT tour! You can give yourself more credit about your teaching abilities: your communication is perfectly clear and informative, I have no doubt you can make actual tutorials if you want to. I'd love to watch them too.

[@Abbe1133]

The main problem I have is money, otherwise I would make all the giant ballgowns lol. This is very helpful though, I kinda struggle a lot with making things I’m happy with and it’s always nice to have someone to help out so thank you!🙃

[@drypond1093]

Fabric can be expensive yes! But (dependant on country) there are thrift/charity shops that sell low price old fabric. Old curtains can be really good for fabric and bed sheets/duvet covers. As for sewing machines you don’t need the most new sewing machine when your getting started( I started with a 30 year old machine of my mothers) You don’t need a serger/over locker to begin as stated in the video. I recommend starting in easy things like simple skirts, shorts, etc Also you can find classes to begin sewing and usually you don’t need your own machine for this and fabric for these courses are in the price. Lastly it’s all about the fun! You can use old clothes for small projects and make do with what you have (sometimes family members/friends have sewing things you can use) Hope this helped!!

[@nandini7777]

You can save on money and do only one gown first that you like the most. You'll enjoy it. I hope you get the opportunity soon. Best wishes.

[@thesweetopia4826]

I did cosplay and it does add up BUT I do more of a disney-bound style so I can still wear the clothes in regular life lol

[@terrim2498]

Thrift stores are a great resource for inexpensive fabric & notions. Just last week I paid $1 for a sweater, I bought it for the 16 beautiful buttons on it. Great deal

[@spacebar9733]

@@nandini7777 yes seconded. That one gown you love will hold u over for at least two years

[@kakul7568]

Hi Alexandra I love your all designs you create I am 15 years old girl and at last love you from india

[@gklb_2xx7]

same here😀 hi fellow indian

[@kakul7568]

@@gklb_2xx7 you are from India

[@gklb_2xx7]

@kanishka bana yes

[@kakul7568]

@@gklb_2xx7 Oo nice from which state

[@gklb_2xx7]

@kanishka bana somewhere around the northeast

[@callmenikky]

I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS FOR SOOOOOOO LOOOOONG TY GIRL 💜

[@lovelylilaccrochet7345]

Keep in mind that circle skirts are usually cut on the bias of the fabric (diagonal), which means that over time, the hem of the skirt will stretch and droop. Just something to think of-paneled/gored skirts can take more time and fabric, but the value of being cut on the proper grain is helpful!

[@SolSkinn]

I come from a long line of seamstresses. Mennonites actually. My grandma was the 1st to do it professionally and use an electric swing machine. My mom can sew, but doesn't. I got frustrated with it as a child. But, three days ago, I had the urge to make my daughter a high waisted circle skirt. I took her to pick fabric.... then came home and at 47 years old learned I can design a little, and I can sew. Who knew.

[@brahh8639]

2 things: 1.) Shein is your best friend for supplies, i bought a pair of bomb sheers for $5-$6 and so much more for dirt cheap 2.) Zig-zag stitch is generally used to seal frayed ends, if your sewing machine is anything like hers or mine you might want to try 16

[@kiira7493]

I am following you since beginning I was always very interested in sewing but never tried. And I saw what you can do I saw that you made better everyday and I thought maybe I can do it. My family surprised me by buying me a sewing machine last Christmas and since that day I am sewing everyday !

[@khodijahroslan9729]

For the first time I watch video tutorial till the end! Love your explaination

[@teresawilliams662]

Thank you so much for sharing this. It's very inspiring. I myself have just started sewing this year in 2022 back in February. My inspiration for starting to sew was my granddaughter starting to do pageants and I wanted to help out with dresses and costumes and also just sewing outfits that she can wear everyday. She loves to wear dresses and I have made her so many cute outfits teaching myself to sew using KZbin videos just like you did

[@EllieofAzeroth]

This video is the most clear and beginner friendly one I've found so far. I'm so glad you demonstrated how to thread the machine because it looked so tricky but your explanation was spot on

[@nevertoooldfordolls]

ive been hand sewing for most of my life. my grandma gave me an old brother sewing machine and I love it

[@terrim2498]

60 years ago I learned to sew on my mother’s sewing machine. You name it, I’ve sewn it and I do a pretty good job. YOU however are unbelievably talented! Keep up the great work, more young (& not so young) people need to learn to sew 😄

[@jharizcayllemacinas9512]

Omg!! So that is why you are so good at making clothes!😯😯😯 I'm a new subscriber and I saw your Genevive's ballet dress video and I was so surprised! I saw that you never get lazy and you always try to make the best clothes for your subscribers and viewers to see! I love your vids!😍😍

[@kakul7568]

Yeah she is amazing new subscribers 😀

[@wendyperez269]

Miss, miss you are the reason why I want to sew. I love you and you're dresses

[@Jen_the_Shewolf]

You are so sweet and soooo helpful!!!! Great tutorial, and I completely disagree with you… you are an EXCELLENT teacher. Very talented, all your stuff is beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing with the world! People like me really appreciate it.

[@sensitivethotties8236]

I can’t wait until you make a full tutorial on ballgowns. I’m so grateful for this video Thankyou Soo much

[@_fatimahibrahim_]

I've been watching and searching a lot to know where to start and didn't know all I needed was in one video! Thank you ❤

[@sondersighs]

Thank you, I think this really helps. I hope I can continue. I want to do this to work through my depression and find peace

[@busayomibabalola]

I loved and enjoyed every bit of this video 📸. Now I know that my thought process of getting a sewing machine and starting sewing is not out of place. With love from Nigeria 🇳🇬🇳🇬

[@MarilynnOfficial]

Thank you for this video! My friend lent me her sewing machine, which happens to be the same one you demonstrated in this video. Been hesitant on using it, but after watching I’m definitely going to start making stuff. Starting off with simple stuff such as a scrunchies then move into making my own clothing. ❤ You did a great job teaching. Keep it up! 👏🏻🫶🏼

[@darlingmoonlight3999]

For people on a low budget i really recommend getting your sewing machine on marketplace , etc. I paid mine 110cad and it's a Singer. For the fabrics , thrift store are fuulll of gems!

[@sophialejtman5504]

I'm so impressed you've been sewing for only 2 years! I really want to learn too.

[@julianapiay3060]

I love how this is such a honest, simple, humor video and that She’s SO prettyyyy 🫶🥰

[@OurHearts4Christ]

This girl is my inspiration…..and I’m in my 30s, like so much skill. If I ever get married I’d totally commission her to make a wedding dress.

[@JesusLightsYourPath]

I am about to start learning how to sew and I can't wait to make my own dresses! I'll never struggle to find the dress I want again!

[@dandobrowolski5818]

I just bought my first sewing machine this month and I ended up getting the Brother XR 9550....largely because Amazon allowed me to pay it off in monthly payments which is super convenient. I'm not sure ill ever get to the point where I'm sewing cloths but I do think this sewing machine is something i can grow into as i learn to sew. I'm in my late 50s but it's never too late to learn new things and develop a new skill.

[@MomLuvs2Collect]

I think it's so cool that you are self taught 👏! I've been wanting to learn how to sew but not for myself, I actually want to sew Barbie clothes 😆 So I bought a used old Barbie sewing machine and even a book with patterns for Barbies but I've yet to start but hopefully I will soon since your videos have inspired me to get started 👍

[@greywolves3947]

Please make this a series!

[@JulietNabanoba-m2r]

Amazing work so Wonderful 👏

[@angeldevilus9420]

to be honest even through I have been sewing for a bit I'm still pretty much a beginner. I'm more of a visual/hands on learner so it would be cool to see what more barbie dresses you can do. I've personally tried to do Erika from the princess and the pauper (the skirt I was fine with but the bodice was horrific). But yeah can't wait to see more!

[@CatMcCloud]

Literally EXACTLY what I’ve been needing to start.

[@blizzydizzy6697]

Love thatt instantly knew what dress u were talking about making with the markers

[@salvadoranfairy1702]

SOOO THANKFUL FOR THIS LOVE HOW YOU EDIT AS WELL AS SEW 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@because78...9]

My friend's been needing this forever!

[@crazyconnie06]

I found you just recently.. I’m addicted lol I stayed up till 3 in the morning watching all your videos!! 😂❤😂 it would be a dream to sew a princess dress!

[@Ergmermerg]

This is so encouraging to me! I'm just getting into sewing and it's intimidating.

[@emkarawi5990]

Thank you, i love your channel, you are soooo inspiring ❤️❤️❤️

[@kakul7568]

Yeah she is amazing by the way from which country

[@hotpinknikes6511]

Girl you are amazing!!! It’s my dream to be as good as you at sewing!

[@koalabear826]

This video is so cute and creative!

[@sophiabeck6933]

So then, let's start! 🥰Can you make a video of how you sew your graduation dress?

[@paulpm4769]

Glad you made this vedio I have been waiting a long time

[@theresakidd]

The scissors! Yes! Thank you!

[@lobkestienstra3909]

She is sooooo amazing!! Love the creations

[@IndiannaFitzgerald]

This video gave me so so much inspiration! I really want to start now thank you!

[@Catsface99]

Lovely video! You are so bright and cheerful you make me want to jump up and go and sew something. Do you play the violin and the piano? I noticed lots of violins on the wall behind you and a piano to the side. Looks like you have a music room. Are you moving out of your parents home into your own place or are all of you moving into a different house?? Keep sewing for someone who is self taught and who hasn't really sewn that many years you do a fantastic, professional looking job on all of your projects!

[@LaFalafelWaffle]

Yesss!!! The selection series!!

[@itschelseakay]

“I keep my sewing machine in this corner because there is nowhere else to keep it” 😆 That’s a very valid reason. Relatable as someone who lives in a NYC apartment 😅

[@danaharlis-ling9561]

You did a great job❤️👩‍💻💃

[@brittanycirillo9464]

This was such an informative video! Thank you!!

[@Gabrielgaming-]

thanks for this video now I'll be able to make my own dresses

[@amberly0317]

OMG you made the dress from the selection book cover!! LOVE❤️ This is also such a great video, thanks for sharing your knowledge 💞

[@kaitlynp4519]

We have the same birthday!! Thanks for some good info ❤

[@irismedinaelston]

I'm obsessed! Thank you! Best of luck in your career, tho you're already winning!

[@lilithtothemoon]

As a theater kid i immediately recognized the character shoes in the closet! Also awesome vid!! Love your work :)

[@tabbycat6675]

That was so useful and needed thank you fora basic totourial

[@caitlinvanderschoor2951]

OMG!!!😱 You gone make Harper' pencil dress😁😁 I cant wait! When I was growing up with disney channel I was upsesed with Harper's outfits, they are amazing!!!

[@valeriamendez9600]

you are amazing girl. Thank you so much for this tutorial, it was so helpful

[@loonaplum]

Been wanting to learn this is the video I needed 🥰🥰🥰

[@GraceXIEgx]

You seem so cool thanks for this video!

[@mayamakesstorys]

best tutorial ever

[@elizabethgrace967]

AHHH birthday twins!! It’s a sign for me to really buckle down & learn to sew with my fellow libra 🙄

[@nathaliamartinez1262]

Hi! Thank you so much for your patience 💖! It was a really useful video! Can you teach us how to make corsets and big skirts plz? I will be amazing :3!

[@lovefordolls9525]

You sew the prettyest dresses 😊

[@chiaratischendorf3322]

I love that video and it´s very helpful :) I would love to see some tutorials like you said in the video 💗

[@speyeria8813]

my fav video ever, ily

[@maloriemurphy184]

I loved this video! It helped so much. You explain things better than most people on this platform lol :)

[@mindivandevelde3164]

Sometimes if i want cheap fabric i just buy a really big skirt that has a cute pattern second hand. And then make something cute from that.

[@EphanyasisOwleyes]

I have been sewing for 40 years plus I do have a KZbin channel and I love to teach the same thing goes for knitting and crocheting

[@ri7annaalhelal89]

I loved you. I am 17 years old and I love old Barbie movies and you resemble my facial features. I wanted to learn how to sew because I love fashion models and my mother has a machine and she used to sew beautiful dresses and I enjoy watching you very much❤.

[@ri7annaalhelal89]

I am thinking of making a Princess Merda🏹❤ dress for my little sister, who has red and curly hair, because its quality on Amazon and other sites is poor.

[@lauri_with_cats]

unrelated but you have such a tidy home. I can rest my eyes on the background

[@Butterbean_]

You are so helpful oml😭❤️

[@xxjinxxx4451]

You should realize a sewing book with patterns. I would buy it! 😆👀🤗

[@aliatk]

Thank you! I’ve beeing wanting to start sewing for a long while now and you inspired me to finally take that step 😍 can’t wait to get my first sewing machine!

[@kaliciapettit6545]

Would you possibly be able to make a video on how to properly measure yourself and make your own patterns?

[@Ayakodrawingz]

14:41 I was looking at all your stitch options with my jaw dropped. THERE ARE SO MANY??? HOW DOES A MACHINE EVEN DO SOME OF THOSE??? Mine is older, so it only has 14 not including buttons. Also this video made me realize that YES I need to put down the presser foot. Mine doesn’t make me do it when sewing so I got confused. This video made me so much more confident though!!

[@victoriaevans4520]

Omg i allso love the selection

[@kamoragallashaw3315]

Omgggg I love you I’ve seen u all over TikTok

[@donstylesa-one2995]

You're very good ..thanks

[@juliasews]

I’ve been waiting for this one for so long 😩 but my main problem is that I live in Germany and there are no Joann’s stores and hobby lobby’s

[@ingridbonney193]

Not gonna lie the massive closet calmed me, I was panicking when I saw your three little shelves in the corner and was wondering what was wrong with me...

[@Blablabla44475]

I think every newbie should hand sew at least one small item to appreciate a sewing machine.

[@ThatgirlCeCe98]

You had me at life size Barbie dresses❤😂😂😂

[@haylievandenberghe354]

I love everything you make! You are so talented. Also...can you please share the link for your grommet setter?

[@luciazoghbi7283]

when she was talking about the Disney channel marker dress was she talking about harper’s marker from wizards

[@roluthetalkingindianringne3376]

Loved the video

[@azzurrablue587]

I suggest you make a cosplay from ryu to sobakasu no hime(maybe white dress🤔) because you might like this one if you watch it. It has a Disney style, good music, and beautiful outfits but I don't force you.😅 will continue to follow 🤗

[@aylacrissman3443]

Alexandra: Whatever that math is Me: Mood

[@annelisewilliams03]

Is it the dress Harper wears in wizards of Waverly place? 👀 6:06

[@lobkestienstra3909]

She is making harpers dress!!!!! OMGGGG

[@gracier2718]

out of curiosity, how old are you? your talent is crazy!!

[@Salazar1255]

Hii, I got a couple of questions, how did you do your patterns before you had the mannequin? And what channels do you recommend that teaches how to sew? Thanks!!

[@karimeaguirre7170]

One good tip is when you start sewing, to put the needle in reverse and go over the first few stitches a couple of times and repeat when your done sewing so the arches don’t come undone

[@janiesims9150]

I literally am reading the comments just to see if someone would mention this. I’m surprised she didn’t show that.