Sewing with Denim: The Ultimate Guide

[@BarbFry]

Thanks for the great video, Kim! I have both the Crescendo and a legato patterns but haven’t worked up the courage to try to make them yet.

[@granjan252]

Great tip, Kim Thanks! I use the tip about hammering and know it works wonders. Would suggest that it works better if you steam the fabric first (use a pressing cloth!) and use a rubber mallet instead of a metal hammer.

[@donnaschindlbeck7457]

Perfect timing Kim! These are great tips and pattern suggestions. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@dorothysdaughtersews]

Thank you!

[@katiekhan65]

Thank you for reminding me I need a new jeans needle. The only time I attempted jeans is when I was in the 9th grade, they were sewn well just didn’t fit well. I didn’t know to much about pattern adjustments then. I have made several denim skirts, it’s time to try another pair of jeans. I find steam pressing thick seams helps to flatten them, maybe I will give hammering a try as well. Thick seams test my old machine, slow is definitely the way to go. Thanks for all you do.

[@Kitasews]

Thanks for sharing had no idea what that black button was for. Will have to get a hump jumper to try thanks again Great video!

[@kpcntry]

I never thought of using the hump jumper for knits. That's a great idea! Thanks

[@amierikke6225]

Wonderful and helpful video! I didn’t know you can use the hump jumper on thin fabrics or knits! Your new hair style is so very flattering! So cute! Take care ❤ God bless!

[@tonihayes4064]

Great video Kim! Important needle size recommendations for denim. I never thought of using the hump jumper for knits. I'm glad you mentioned the black button on the sewing foot, it's often forgotten.

[@cjane51]

Kim, this video was very helpful. I bought the crescendo Jean pattern today and looking forward to making it soon. It will be my first pair of jeans. I’m going to start with a muslin to check the fit. Love the new haircut. It looks great, take care-Claudia

[@dorothysdaughtersews]

I predict you will be sewing all your jeans after this first pair. Have a great time doing it! Thanks so much for your kind words ❤️

[@tamarakarlin2758]

So helpful Kim, thank you! I got the pattern with your affiliate link & coupon, thanks for that. Love your hairstyle, very chic & flattering!

[@dorothysdaughtersews]

Thank you so much!

[@maryash8378]

Thanks very helpful info

[@dorothysdaughtersews]

Thank you so much!

[@ccochran1115]

Hi Kim, great tips! Question: would you use denim needles in your serger as well? Just bought the Crescendo pattern using your link, can't wait to make them! Your haircut looks great!

[@dorothysdaughtersews]

Thank you! If the denim needles are an option on your serger, then yes. I have a Juki MO1000, and it can take regular machine needles of all types. However, some sergers require serger needles. For those, I would just use the largest needle possible.

[@annewhitney8809]

My only complaint about jeans is that they s T r e t c h. They fit when I put them on but after a short time they morph into pull ons 🤣

[@dorothysdaughtersews]

Yep- the 100% cotton ones do. But good stretch denim with good recovery keeps its shape.

[@twylaostercamp2467]

I agree and only buy non stretch denim jeans or fabric. The stretch denim falls off by the end of the day. The non stretch denim only stretch a tiny amount and I don’t have to wash them after every wear.