Sewing Business Advice for New Sewers

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[@imaanadams5987]

Thank you for this, I'm a beginner sewer. It is a hobby I've always wanted since childhood. I've left my 9 to 5 a few years ago and am a housewife but I would like to make my hobby make money for my family to help out in the next 5 to 10 years. You have shared gold with me, learn; grow; hone your skills with time and patience. ❤

[@2010Tiera]

I am so glad I saw this post I am not DISCOURAGED but ENCOURAGED it takes dedication to complete and carry out having a sewing business thank you sooooooo much so glad I saw this I am looking to take some more classes now THANK YOU

[@ShuvaiAprilzw]

This is the best advice video on KZbin, 2 minutes in and you have told me such vital advice I never considered. The expectation and the reality of starting a sewing business are so different. Thank you.

[@monicascoggins8862]

I appreciate this video. I started sewing 3 years ago and I consider myself an advanced beginner. My family and friends compliment how wonderful my garments look, my mom tells me I need to start a business. I explained that I really don't want to be a sew for hire or start a sweat shop out of my home! It's hard enough squeezing in 2 to 3 hours after working my 9 to 5/ lol I don't knock those who choose to do that but I knew when I started sewing early on that I didn't want to venture in that aspect of sewing. It's purely a hobby for me that I passionately enjoy. And plus I don't want that kind of wear and tear on my machine mass producing for others. I invested a lot of money and time in my sewing from buying books, online tutorials etc. I personally feel it won't be fun for me anymore if I started to sew for hire. I think as I continue to progress I would want to design patterns. Thank you for sharing your insight.

[@AsYouLikeIt_Zendi21]

Monica Scoggins . I agree. I love to sew. And sewing for people can sometimes take your Joy away. Business line is really not for everyone. But that doesnt mean we cant love sewing for ourselves. And mabe some nice people😊

[@semsahfashion]

@@AsYouLikeIt_Zendi21 I agree and that is why I changed to teach people to sew instead. It's best to empower others to gain valuable skills that can be passed unto the next generation and fight against fast fashion.

[@kahluaqueen]

This!!!!

[@hannahgrace6857]

'You're basically F'in it up for everybody else' haha! Great video! I've been sewing since I was 16 (now 23) and I still class myself as a beginner until I grow my skills a bit more. If you're serious about sewing and business everything you're saying makes sense and is quite obvious, it's not discouraging at all. Its SMART!

[@amydraughon4530]

This is so great! I really appreciate you giving the advice that might be hard to hear. I totally relate to you seeing for old work on a friend and hating it! My friends and family will still wear clothes I made for them years ago, and tho I hate seeing all my mistakes on display, it reminds me of how much better at sewing I've gotten :)

[@Stylesewme]

That's a GREAT perspective to have, Amy!

[@sewingmakesmehappy9085]

Thank you the advice! I too have a sewing business which I do from home and it is going ok. I do get anxiety sometimes because I get zero support from family. Without support from them you cannot progress especially if you're expected to do the household chores picking and dropping up kids and expected to drop everything for them.

[@Aprilflowers122]

Thank you for making this video. My Grandmother has owned her sewing business for over 30 year and she is a Master seamstress now and does great work . I've been on and off with sewing but I do have a crazy passion for it. I love making dress and skirts but now realizing I need to step out off my comfort zone and expand my skills. I most likely going to take over my grandmother business but I am also creating my own in the proceeds of learning the business aspect of sewing and learning how to level up my sewing skills. I want to become a master at this and give all my future clients quality work. Your video was extremely uplifting to me. now I feel like I am on the right path of learning as much as I can about this industry. Thank you so much.

[@vickiejacobs5679]

I totally enjoyed this video I learned so much, because I've been wanting to start a sewing business for a while. I had got an idea to just make quilts and blankets for people, but I soon realize that I was limiting my ablility to grow. And I have all this fabric that I have not used. You are very correct that starting a business is not all about just sewing, I had to learn that the hard way. I felt discourage and disappointed in myself, but I'm gonna start again and gain as much knowledge as I can to make this work for me. Because I absolutely love to sew, and I know this is my passion!

[@kristinagerson9831]

You are very intelligent and it's good to be up front and honest. This world needs more people like yourself. Hugs. Thanks so very much for your encouraging words.

[@lorengilbert-smith1668]

Great advice. I have been sewing for over 50 years

[@sindhusam7263]

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[@shaneezaseales6560]

Nice I would love to start my own business but I dont know hot too

[@tlmackey05]

I don't even want a sewing business (I just want to learn sewing for myself really) but I've started an event planning business and know that sewing skills will come in handy for various reasons. I've watched both of your starting a sewing business videos and can say without a doubt you're so accurate in the business tips. Between getting a resale license to setting up the proper business structure to banking needs and all that, it takes so much to start a business. Great tips!

[@Stylesewme]

Thank you, Tiffanie! I'm glad to know the tips can be applied across any industry.

[@beaniegreen4849]

You make so much sense. The high cost of good fabric and thread means you have to charge more to make quality goods. You really understand business!

[@fletanetterville3608]

I just watched and listened to this video. Thank you SO much. It really helped me.

[@M-hc9xm]

This came up in my suggestions and I love your straight forward approach. My mom was a seamstress for many years back to the 1940s, and she would agreed with your emphasis on building your skill set upfront and continuing to learn. Her old Pfaff still runs like a beauty, and I think of her everytime I fire it up.

[@cmtb1231]

Hard pill to swallow, and the Truth can sometimes hurt but thank you for caring enough to help so many people. Thank you for your honesty. I'm not a beginner in sewing but I have made a thousand and one mistakes myself. Many people will give their opinion but that's all they have is an opinion. You have talked about how difficult it can be to get started without the correct information and I agree, I just wished I heard this advice ten years ago. Again thank you for sharing your experience and wisdom with your fellow sewers. God bless. 😊

[@miss55704]

I love your channel. you have helped me install zippers, make high low skirts and now this! You mentioned things that I already knew and things that I didn't so I thoroughly enjoyed this video and I am about to binge on several more. Thank you for taking the time to create these videos. They really do help. Congrats on a successful year of business! I always gain something from your videos!! Love the sewing room, I'm totally putting two dressers together to create my table!!! Stay beautiful and keep informing us!!!

[@AsYouLikeIt_Zendi21]

Thank you SISTA . I give sewing classes myself. I wanted to teach my skills before I die with it. I love how you mention about the foundation of sewing. And working with different types of fabric. My students want to work with what is easier. I want them to challenge themselves and build their skills and quality. . Thanks for encouraging me to be able to talk with them. Love you girl. such a good heart.

[@richardparsons1312]

I am properly late to the party as this video was done 5 years ago. However I am new to sewing and I started my business 7months ago, Initially I got someone to do my sewing for me as i do silk accessories, but now i am learning how to do them myself. I totally agree with what you have said as one needs to learn the skill and also do a lot of research especially before pricing, understanding your make up and all. I also think its a matter of personality as well. I lovvvve good things and i always go for luxury, so i cannot make something any less than that and put my name on it. Thank you so much for this video, its not discouraging at all. xx

[@bactweety]

Hello, Thank you for this! I as a older woman that was raised sewing and quilting. I was taught as a child to do this even make patterns. And I have taken a fashion design class an learned the machine's! My biggest thing today is getting sales with all these young people who just think fast money!! For me it's a love it's a joy it's something I have dreamed of having my own business sewing an I'm trying but it's just too crazy!! God Bless you!!

[@donnas2605]

You are so genuine, down to earth and inspiring. But most of all you are so selfless to share all of your knowledge and experience. I learn so much from you. Thank you And ... yes, please make a video on pricing.

[@Stylesewme]

Thank you, Donna, will do!

[@mjcallahan11]

I'm just starting and I so thank you for being raw and real. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!

[@lea.m9076]

I'm definitely going to learn. I've been sewing/altering mime and my sons trousers and clothes for years but by hand. I've now got sewing machine and I'm going to learn how to do more alterations and eventually open a business from home. I've always loved sewing and it's the only thing I feel achievable and I won't have to worry about childcare either.

[@maureenmurugi8151]

This information just helped me from making a lifetime mistake. I am talented in doing a lot of things and among those things is designing and hand sewing. And i have been doing a great job at it, so much so others want me to make clothes for them and there has been such a pressure for me go into the sewing business which i highly respect but isn't where i want to be. When i say this people think I'm crazy but if i do go into this then i become one of the people who undercut others who are way better. God gave me this awesome ability because it was meant to help me and my siblings out because we love dressing up but we can't at the moment be able to go buy some of the amazingly designed clothes and i also because I am very particular. So instead of buying what i get i make what i want and need. Great advice. Thank you very much

[@scorpioninblue]

Dont give in to the pressure that others who have no idea what's involved in sewing quality garments put upon you! So many people think its a get rich overnight venture. There are young designers out there who have to work another job to keep their business afloat! Before I retired I use to hear that all the time and it went in one ear and out the other!!

[@Jocelyne.4AJS]

Hi, I totally agree with you. Specifically about the price they kill our margins. I just started my sewing business. I was pretty immature, I didn't even know how to sew but I had to learn my machine as you said and how to sew learning from people like you. Thank you for your advices

[@susanmazzanti5643]

There is so much more to sewing than making simple garments.

[@sprinkle49]

I'm so grateful for your sinceré advice and your on sewing etc. You are an excellent communicator in this field and very helpful.God bless you and your business.

[@nitanice]

GREAT video! As a court reporter for 20 years, so much of this is such sound advice. Particularly the bits about continuing to learn, honing your skills. And then the newbies who undercut others by a ridiculous amount hurting everyone and not helping themselves at all.

[@aniyasocute]

I love this video (new sewer here) I've been designing clothes (just for fun) for more then 10 years. I finally decided to dedicate myself to something I love. This video was very informative.

[@JulietJwili]

Hey. Your videos are so insightful and I am really learning a lot!! I do not have a sewing machine yet, because finances. However I really excited to have come across your video and makes me more determined to just start with it already. Great advice!! Thank you! Love all the way from South Africa

[@kikiinthegarden]

I totally agree. You have to evolve to succeed because trends come and go but you need to be authentic, do something different to make you stand out. Ankara fabric ain't cheap either!

[@crissymiller4951]

True its not cheap

[@LaShandaLewis]

This was sooo good! Thank you for speaking the truth. def gonna binge watch your videos. Honestly, I know I don't know you but I'm so proud of you as a black woman really going for it and teaching others!

[@Stylesewme]

I appreciate that, LaShanda!

[@sewmanysweetthings7588]

Hi so I know this video is a good 4 years old but I wanted to say thank you for the info. I have been sewing for about 12+ years now all self taught and I did have a job as an alterations specialist at David's Bridal for about a year. It really helped me improve a lot of my sewing and how I view my pricing on things because I use to WAY under charge. I still do from time to time but I'm getting better at figuring that out. I was wanting to start my own business but I have been finding that hard to do. I sadly had to quit David's and move out of state to help care for my grandparents and there is no David's Bridal or any type of Alterations place that is hiring within a two hour drive (one way) from me. I have found a regular job at a grocery store which I hate. I'm really wanting to venture off and do my own thing but it's so hard to do when i live in the middle of no where live at least an hour from the closest town (I drive two hours a day to and from work currently). Do you happen to have any tips for how to get an online sewing business started? I do apologize for the long crazy rant. And thank You for taking the time to read this!! And IF you are curious about what I make my Instagram is SewManySweetThings88 I am really interested in making traditional Asian attire and modernized versions of those clothes along with many other things, but Kimonos are definitely a favorite of mine. ^-^

[@Stylesewme]

Thanks for sharing your journey so far! I've got a whole playlist on getting a sewing business started. Check my channel!

[@dedeshikaalabi-mensah9471]

Yes you are so right I went to a real sewing school I learned pattern making, advanced sewing skills and I can make a whole a lot of things. And people ask me to make them things and I still barely think I'm good enough to sell things 😂

[@sharonwilliams431]

Thank you for sharing your wisdom and keeping it real. This is what people need. Soo much deception running wild on the WWW.

[@JesusrevealedGlorified35]

I am glad I clicked on this video. God bless you

[@rosac8168]

I sew as a hobby and have a long way to go. I want to learn it all. Thank you!!!!!

[@jacquelinewashington23]

Thank you so much, Erin. You are a God send. All that you have discussed during this video, are things I have been thinking about. You have just assured me that I am on the right track. Keep doing what you do.

[@onwesolomon4477]

Thanks for everything, more especially the advice. Am trying to start up a sewing business and everything you have said is helping... Thanks a lot...

[@mross1016]

You are extremely well spoken and intelligent! Really enjoyed the info and would love to see more.

[@samonej1194]

Eryn you hit the nail on the head this is what I have been saying without even knowing!Great info!Timesa

[@Stylesewme]

Thanks, Timesa!

[@mojoejojo6675]

Thanks so much Erin. I've only just discovered your videos a week ago. I'm pleased to know I'm on the right track at the beginning of my journey. Here in New Zealand face masks are being made and sold by every Tom Dick and Harry. Elastic sells out fast and is not too easy to find on some days. I've been making masks myself but haven't sold any. I go to buy fabric and elastic and noticed A LOT OF ENVY amongst us customers. I cringe when I see poorly made masks being sold online BUT it has driven me to not accept mediocre. I have been working diligently on researching and creating a high quality product. I'm getting closer everyday. I am a night owl and a loner I listen to many videos while I work and glad to inform you that this video is one of the valuable gems of my digging. God Bless.

[@Stylesewme]

I love that you are paying attention to what's out there and figuring out how you can make it better! Best wishes to you!

[@JasmineReedSydney]

Thank you for your honesty and transparency! I appreciate you dropping this knowledge!

[@Stylesewme]

You're most welcome, Jasmine!

[@meme03beauty]

Keep sending these types of messages. I want to start a sewing business so this is great info.

[@TesemterMsughter]

Thank you so much for this information, I learned how to sew and I can cut and sew , repair a sewing, and also set up a new sewing but my problem is to raise a capital

[@mariacabral8271]

Very interesting your out put! I'm a sewest with experience. You know what is the most difficult thing to run from a house based sewing business is? That the people think, because your are working from home, you are cheap on prices! Lord! I had a client who told me once, that she didn't go to professional one, cause they charge to much🙄. Not easy, at the end, anything is. Thanks for your guidance!

[@piaf7630]

You're such a wonderful woman!! Thank you very much for the great advice!

[@whisperingleaves4157]

This was refreshing! 😊

[@ronandacumby692]

Thank you very much. I have learned how to make a box pleaded skirt. you are so bless and amazing. Thank you for all you do.

[@marylynjackson3457]

I thank you for your videos, this has been such a helpful tool for me. Thank you a thousand times. .And I like how you explain the whole market in sewing.

[@Babetterme]

thanks so much for that input. Hadn't thought about what I do as being environmentally sound. Great food for thought. look forward to your pricing video.

[@buttafliluvdantru1]

I totally agree with you. I've found in my experience that beginners mislead clientele with their faux expectations and confidence. The expected time, pricing and quality of products is unrealistic to people who don't have a sufficient skill set. I graduate from school in another year but I've been sewing my own designs for over 10 years. I don't sew for anybody yet but I own my own business which is legal but I've been moving slowly with it. Anyway the point is that I agree that beginners that jump straight into the sewing business with limited sewing skills make it harder for us that have the skills but have not gotten started. Customers think they know a lot about clothes and fashion because a lot of uneducated sewers claim they are designers and they have knowledge about garments and sewing that they don't actually have. My point in my rambling is if your a beginner and you really want to grow a sewing business taking a year to learn a proper skill set is a great idea. How you learn is up to you. Be it school, self taught or apprenticeship definitely get the skills first and have resources available outside of youtube videos. The same books that are used in college sewing courses you can buy those books used on amazon for $20 or $30 so there really are no excuses for beginners to jump into sewing without a basic skill set and resources (meaning information that you use to problem solve). For example if you don't want to pay college tuition and you don't know anyone who makes patterns, www.craftsy.com has a great series of patternmaking courses that are taught by people who are actually in the industry teaching etc, and if you catch the website at the right times you can get the classes for $20 each. Either way you save money and you invest in yourself. But this is a great video, thank you for posting it. I'm happy to see that you have address these and other topics your experience is encouraging and helping me to feel better about moving forward with my own sewing business.

[@Stylesewme]

I 100000000% agree with you and best wishes to you!!

[@dianner6637]

Thank you for your honest, well thought out points!

[@lindabrown7374]

Congrats on year one! Good video. I love to sew and have done so for others. I really don't like sewing for other people because I always worry that I am going to mess something up.

[@Stylesewme]

Thank you, Linda.

[@Mightysew]

I jumped out to fast! I wish I would have seen this video last year. Thank you for this encouragement! I’m not going to give up

[@Mojave-z5s]

Would love more of your future video feed on what time it seeing machines do you recommend, and what's good selection of materials to start with

[@Babetterme]

Thank you for this video. Ive been sewing for a while. Quilts only until recently. I never learned how to price a quilt and actually had a hard time letting go of my projects. recently I have become obsessed with thrift store transformations.. I made a wallet with jeans and shirts from the thrift store. about $6.00 investment for product, but time cutting out usable pieces of fabric and making it was alot of time. I took it to work and of course 3 people want one. Everyone is telling me I should sell these. I know I have much to learn as far sewing skills. I enjoy sewing so much and am learning how to be detailed oriented in my technique, but I am amazed how people don't see the quality.. or the mistakes, they love it, and keep telling me Im so talented. How do you know when you have the skill sets and readiness to start a business. right now, Im doing projects for co workers, bags , wallets and pillowcases by request. getting everything at thrift store. Is there a niche here? how do I know?

[@Stylesewme]

Bethany! I love questions like these because they are specific and give me something to answer. So Girl, you have already answered your own questions!! You have created your OWN niche! You're doing it exactly as I would recommend. You have found an item that is in demand that costs you very little to produce with thrifted fabrics. What I would do talk about what you're already doing to add more value to your bags. They are UNIQUE because they are from upcycled materials and no one will have a bag like theirs (+$$) and they are ENVIRONMENT FRIENDLY because you are upcycling materials (thrifted goods are HUUUUGE right now). So, I will tell you that we are our biggest critics. Take an extra bag you made to work. Let them touch it and inspect it. If they don't mention a flaw and are ready to buy, then you're ready as far as your product goes. Start small, set yourself up a free checking account to keep those funds seperate that you receive from a buyer. Start researching online to see other handmade clutches and look at the price points of something similar to what you're offering. Also look at their reviews, units sold (Etsy and eBay), this will tell you that they're actually selling. I'm preparing another video about pricing and vendor booths (which are awesome for accessories) so keep on the lookout for that. Best wishes to you, Bethany!

[@arausatelier]

thanks for this. you just got a new subscriber. looking to start a home sewing business and really need to learn a bunch of things that hasnt been easy so i need all the help/advice i can get. Thanks once again

[@789tate]

Thanks a lot for your tips on starting a sewing business.

[@kelseytemple2801]

Thank you so much for this video! This was right on time! Congrats on your 1 year of business! 😊🎉🎉

[@Stylesewme]

Thank you, Kelsey!

[@MirDesir]

Hello. Congratulations on being in business for 1 year!!👍🏽🎉 Sewing for me is a hobby for now - one that I so badly want to master but I'm in no rush to sell anything. Anyhow - I like these video and would like to see one on pricing and how to get wholesale fabrics. Thanks!

[@Stylesewme]

Thank you, Mirline! Okay, I will work on that topic.

[@brianbcj]

Style Sew Me I had a guy I worked with last year that made custom leather phone cases the work he did was okay I'm not gonna lie the material did look cheap tho his thing was always "you just don't know the business"but I know I seen better looking leather but anyway he was selling items anywhere between 85 to 165$ dollars NOW the other problem with his work was his presentation he would pull his items out of a grocery bag aka garbage bag for that price can plz gift wrap it and again the items were ok Wal-Mart worthy u understand what do u think about that?????? Wal-Mart Being no disrespect

[@trappedcandy]

thank you for saying all those things. newbies listen up!

[@NikkiDavisAFashionAddict]

Woop! Great advice!! I totally agree about this current trend of business coaches >> OMG!!!!! Smh!

[@Stylesewme]

Girl.

[@caitlinroberts1037]

Useful for myself who soon will be a beginner ❤️

[@maryquinn7032]

I know what you mean about the sewing I used to sew my own clothes but I knew what mistakes I had made and so would not branch out to sew for someone else. mind that was 30 years ago and I aim to improve and master my skills before getting carried away. However, I have decided I am going to go for it very soon.

[@Stylesewme]

Good for you, Mary!

[@Club52-C]

Great video. I also was concerned with all the midi and maxi skirts floating around online. I actually stopped thinking about sewing as a business and went back to my 3 yr plan to learning the craft. I'm currently going through The Readers Digest "Complete Guide to Sewing" and learning the techniques. I found it frustrating to read through a pattern and not know how to do something. Also, I want to prepare myself for bigger things and practicing the little things seemed to be the best approach. There's room for everyone to run a business. I'm in no rush. Thank you for this timely message!

[@Stylesewme]

Great mindset, Peazy! Best wishes to you!

[@aimeepartain1248]

I have sewed a few times before but it has always been something that I want to do.

[@kas7771428]

well said , perfectly said , learn first the machine is your tool of your trade

[@T_O_C_TOWN]

I really liked your honest feedback. In addition to sharing my own personal perspective this year, I will be sharing this video in our online small business community.

[@memorymushakwe9461]

Do you know the best colleges you can go

[@3815djones]

The thing that stuck out most to me is when you said "learn your machine". I have taken a few sewing classes and never once did the instructor say learn your machine. They were more focused on threading the machine and sewing a straight line. Thank you so much for sharing this video.

[@Stylesewme]

Hey, Demetra! You're welcome!

[@FrancescaDonnaMarie]

I agree. I have been sewing on and off for 50 years. I just read the manual for my latest machine that I've had for about 10 years now. I was amazed at what it could and could NOT do. I'm learning my machine, for sure. Even something as simple as changing your needle more often. The only reason I changed it was because it broke. The new needle went through so smoothly. It even sounded different. WOW. Whodathunkit!!! I would like to see you tell us about thread and needle selections. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and skills with us. Congrats on your anniversary. Stay blessed.

[@genealleman6630]

Just a beginner , Thanks for the information and i feel Blessed to receive this information , I'ts an encourgement as you Bless others with information God is gonna Bless You !

[@brendamitchell5910]

I absolutely luv your videos.... My issue is with pattern alterations. Do you have any instructional videos on that subject?

[@MissRosanie]

I am so happy that I get to see this first beforw doing everything you said is wrong thats been being done by beginners diving into the business. THANK YOU SO MUCH! You have just SAVED ME!!! Becoming your student soon! Bless you!

[@t.williams3015]

Great insight. Thanks for the heads up. Your video has provided great perspective.

[@SaunWhee]

Great advice for beginners and all sewers...The only thing I would add is to learn how to fit your customers. There's not a lot of fit issues with a gathered skirt but if you're doing anything with a bodice you can encounter sway back , sloped shoulder and a host of other issues...so like you said " know your skill level "!

[@Stylesewme]

The fitting is what got me when I started! Sooooo many lessons learned. I want ya'll to learn from my mistakes!

[@sarahblackmon8601]

You are precious! Thanks for such great advice! Would you mind sharing your online continuing education recs?

[@klubojaliebajalieba6422]

Thanks for all you advice omg I have made all the mistakes you talked about and I totally quite but this is my passion thanks so much

[@abtan5765]

Thank you for the advice & keeping it real

[@LoveMeSomeAngie]

it's so funny you mention the "newbies" because I recently came across a person who started sewing maybe 3 months ago and is already doing classes and trying to teach others. I'm thinking to myself what on earth can you possible teach someone else and you've only been doing it a couple of months. no ma'am! Like the rest of the folks hers I would love to see a video on pricing. I haven't sewn since high school but finding your channel has really inspired me and I recently purchased a machine . I plan to do this as a hobby but I am the type that really likes to research every avenue because you never know what may come of a "hobby"

[@Stylesewme]

3 months?! That's....ambitious. :) I'm so glad you found inspiration here, Angie!

[@Eiramilah]

Thank you SO much for this . It is refreshing. I have had a passion to do this, I'm talented and went to art school, but didn't have the slightest idea how to do this for a living. I'm reapproaching my work, and learning more because business has changed A LOT since I graduated art school. Even my teachers don't know everything about business, they know what works for them. I subscribed and will be watching more of your vids!

[@Stylesewme]

You are so welcome!

[@crimsondiva82]

ALLLLLLLLOF THIS!!! I just started sewing myself and after posting my first skirt that is so far from perfect folks are ready to order and I'm just like WAIT WAIT WAIT WAIT not only that I wanted to sew cuz as a plus size and tall woman I often find myself saying oh I wish I could find that in my size or a certain color and as of now sewing is fun although sometimes frustrating (ie my thread breaking 50 11 times while trying to gather a skirt for a 58" waist) I think if I take the joy out of it I won't want to do it anymore...so for now I'm like a sponge soaking up a this knowledge ppl are sharing...oan your teeth are GORGEOUS!!!(not being weird lol)

[@Stylesewme]

Haha thank you!

[@feliciapearson8292]

Awesome advice. I’d like some advice on how to study sewing trends to stay ahead of the game. Thanks

[@CandidlyToni]

Yes please do a video about pricing! And this video is extremely helpful. Thank you.

[@Stylesewme]

I got you! :-)

[@rachellelamothe4786]

This was interesting and educational. Please do a video about pricing products.

[@egallowaymusic4148]

You are fabulous, thank you!

[@ganoslal2025]

Thank you for bringing up these issues. So true.

[@deborahspooner8046]

Very practical advice. On point.

[@juanitaneymour1639]

I am so glad I just stumbled across this info. I need to set up a sewing business, but I don’t know how to get started. I have been a quality sewing seamstress for many years. Pls help

[@nehemiahgirltoday]

What an excellent, professional, clearly thought out and well spoken presentation! I am assuming you have continued to progress in your business and I would not be surprised. So much to glean from this video; I hope many (regardless of what type of business they are trying to start) will listen to you and literally study this video so that they will not get off track from the very beginning. And I also pray that you will continue to encourage yourself as your own business grows and as you wisely mentor many others.

[@Stylesewme]

Thank you very much! I'm so glad you found it helpful for you!

[@reginataylor9267]

I love, love, love your videos

[@larrybland007]

So it sounds as if sewing is a low paying job disguised as a niche business. I still want to sew but I think I’ll just do it as a hobby. Your information was excellent. I have learned so much from you. Thank you.

[@likegrammashands2802]

I love this video and I am starting a business. I am staying in my lane and communicating with my customers what I can do and what I cannot at this time. I would love to see more videos on running your home business, how to forecast what you need for next year to stay in business. Also, applications or tools you use to organize your business and pay tax. Recommendations for tax or accounting professionals or software

[@Stylesewme]

I have a course that dives deep into all of these aspects and more. I created especially for seamstresses. You can check it out here: stylesewme.com/launch-grow-fashion-design-business/

[@vilmaperez654]

Gracias por la sencillo de la explicación. me gustaría que enseñarás a hacer el patrón básico. Por fin aprendí a poner el zipper invisible.

[@miriammutisya2257]

Thank you for sharing it's been great help especially pricing and standing out in the market through unique products God bless you

[@lisacleary5019]

you really are fantastic! I love your videos , thank-you so much for sharing them xo

[@roanhielkema5714]

Style Sew me, thank you very much for this vid, it's very helpful and thank you for the encouragement.

[@violagary125]

I want to know about the rulers and the ruler on your back table. How and where and who of the creation of it. I have soo much material and no place to put them except in a box that is falling apart. Thanks for the advice and please keep it coming. Loving it.

[@Stylesewme]

Hey Viola, check the description box to a link to my sewing studio tour where I talk about all the stuff I have in my studio including my table.

[@Jiji-lo3zs]

Thankyou so much for taking your time to make this video

[@birungicarol7743]

Wow your the sweetest advice ever hard am carol from UGANDA

[@eudrabonaparte7036]

Your advice was very helpful... I am thinking of starting my business...and now I know there is much to be done...learn... So that things will go smoothly... Thanks