Sounds like my sewing journey! Started off with bare minimum and low end Singer and it was just enough to get me started and to the point where I figured out what I wanted. But I always tell people, start off with something hard. Totally start with your dream garment! That's what I did and it was so awful, but I did it! I sewed my dream garment! It was just really motivating.

@907babyblue

Жыл бұрын

That's really nice to know! Everyone has been telling me to start off with a pillow case... I don't want that haha

@mrsgingernoisette

Жыл бұрын

​@@907babyblue totally! I started with something big, along the way I realised that I dont know a universe amount of technic. And it was so good!

@thepeacockjournal9913

Жыл бұрын

Same! The second garment I ever made was a pair of pants (pattern from KZread) AND I LOVED IT ❤ I still wear it. Is it structurally sound? Absolutely not. Did it take me forever and a bit of crying? You bet. But I learned so much along the way, I made it and I'm still incredibly proud of it. Never made a pillowcase like, ever haha

@helenlayley

Жыл бұрын

​@@thepeacockjournal9913 Do you have the pattern link or YT episode name?

@PriKooListka

Жыл бұрын

I also started with making my dream dress! I made a lot of mistakes but a year later I'm still happy to wear it)

Great tips ! My two cents as a sewing teacher: Step 2: A lot of dollar store scissors are awesome for beginners. Step 3: practice not forgetting to put your sewing foot down before sewing and then get thread nests !!! Step 4: a skirt is also an easy first pattern. Step 5: Do a muslin first ! Especially if your fabric is vintage… I learned the hard way.

@niki__official

Жыл бұрын

Just got my first sewing machine today but already forgot the presser foot 3 times... Glad it seems to be a common mistake - felt really dumb by the third time! :D

@laurafaehnrich4261

10 ай бұрын

Ikea Scissors work great even my sewing teacher was impressed and i use them for everything (paper, bandaids etc) and they still work great

I am a 54 year old man that was gifted a singer heavy duty classic 4 months ago. I watched videos for about a 7 days before buying fabric and a pattern. Every beginner video for beginners said to start slow with practice and simple and blah blah blah. I have done metal work, wood crafting (custom cabinetry, furniture) and such, and saw that sewing is simply engineering with cloth. I purchased 3.5 yards of material, a few other sewing tools, and thread. I made mistakes, I corrected them, and a month later, wore a custom made dress shirt to my nieces wedding. She has been sewing for 14 years, and recently graduated with a degree in fashion and design. When she saw my simple first attempt shirt, she was astonished to say the least. I nailed that shirt and as a result I wanted to say the following... You, I , and everyone else do not need to start small. If you want it bad enough...go do it and do not fear failure. Replace the failure with a desire to succeed and you will. Starting small is for the meek. See it, know it, and do it.

I started sewing when I was 11 and I'm now 16. I start with very basic things and one day I tried to make clothes. Now I'm obsessed and so proud of myself every time I finish a project. Love your videos so much 😘😘

Perfect timing. I just started to sew today following your simple tote bag tutorial and to be very honest, it came out so nice and I'm actually waiting for it to dry after I dyed it. Can't wait to be able to sew my own clothes!!

@wv9459

Жыл бұрын

Isn’t it just crazy to think you MADE THAT!!! And it’s so doable. We can just make our own things that are exactly how we want

Great advice! I never went bougie. The most expensive sewing machine I bought was $500. I started sewing young with my mom and grandma. In about five or six years I was able to make a suit for interviews. College was almost over. This was back in the 80s. I sewed for my children, the kids at school, mother of the bride dress...thought I'd seen it all until I discovered altered couture. One thing to remember is to not force the fabric in the machine or hold it down too hard...let it take it. Good luck everyone! It's a great hobby to have your own original.

Some public libraries have sewing machines available to borrow if you want to try it out before committing to purchasing one for yourself!

@babblesp1367

4 ай бұрын

They also offer classes now too!

A tip from a person who didn’t have the internet nor a class to learn how to sew… you need to be real with yourself. You need patience. Lots and lots of patience. Patience to tear things apart and start again perhaps more than once. If you have the attention of a gnat or just tend to give up things after the first time because it’s not perfect, then don’t try. You’ll spend time and money be very unhappy. Also spend the time and create what is called a toile or a mock up. It’s worth the time especially if you’re trying a new step like buttons, darts, zippers with hidden panels, top stitching, etc. also she forgot one very important thing. An iron. Doesn’t haven’t to be an expensive one. You need to get use to sewing seams and then ironing them open or to the back or whatever the pattern indicates. That’s one trick to help your homemade clothes from looking, well, homemade.

I didn't need to know how to get started as I've been sewing for a while, but I really love watching your videos. You are so entertaining and love your enthusiasm. And you look really pretty today 😁

That blouse looks amazing on you!!

Yes! You’ve inspired me to be sewing! I have my moms old sewing machine. I’ve made two dresses so far and they both look so great! Totally beginner and simple but I’m so impressed that I actually made something that looks like clothes 😂

I love guides like this despite knowing that I absolutely will never follow them because I insist on throwing myself straight into the deep-end of everything I do 😅

Good info for the new bees Jenna! I think PJ's are a good start too. Even if they're too big or too small you can still wear them to sleep in. By the way, you looked beautiful in today's video today.

Jenna just makes my days so many times better!!🤭🤭

Almost clicked on a diff video when I sat down to watch some KZread after a long shift. I saw that u posted and thought, “nahhhh I need some jenna.” You’ve got soothing, healing energy, baby girl!!! 🩵

I have a vintage Singer from 1950 and it's all metal, however I have new sewing machines too. However my vintage Singer is my favorite machine and the one I use mostly b/c it will sew anything or almost anything. I actually inherited the new machines from family members when they passed. Some of them were only a year old and never been used.

Gave my kids plaid and zig zag fabric and had them follow the lines. It helped go strait and practice turns

Jenna you should make a crochet button up for the summer!!!!

oh wow that pink top is stunning!

The fifth piece of advice is something I have never heard before. It is so true! Thanks!

I'm missing one important item: A steaming iron! 70% of getting nice seams is ironing every seam directly before sewing it....

I love your vibe. You make me forget about my problems 😅❤

this video is exactly what i need rn..... i've been wanting to make my own clothes for a while but it took me a while to actually act on it :( i made a super duper easy tube top and upsized a pair of jeans which no longer fitted me by adding panels. i thinnnkkk i did good for my first time but yeah, i'll use the free patterns to create some more, thank you jenna! say hi to jack for me

Thank you for this BONUS FUN Sunday Jenna post...💋♥️💋 #love

my first full sewing project for myself was a 1940s ladies shirt. it had loads of different techniques that i’m glad i learned. i cannot wear it now because i never finished any of the edges and they’re all frayed, but it was a great first project. it was made of quilters cotton 😅

@lolaopal8884

3 ай бұрын

i lie, my first project was loads of cotton face masks during the pandemic that i made out of pillow cases

Suprise video! Brightened my Sunday ❤️

I started with my mums industrial sewing machine and then got a cheap 2nd hand sewing machine. I still love the vintage machines, they are robust. I love sewing but I sew whatever takes my fancy from pencil cases to complete outfits. I thrift and always look for cheap alternatives

Omg 2 video in one week!!!! And obviously the video i needed. Love u a lot Jenna❤❤

As for the scissors, be sure that if you do spend the $ on a good pair of scissors, they are only used to cut fabric. If you start to use them for paper, plastic, what have you, they will never cut your fabric the same. I cant tell you how many times my kids used my good sewing scissors ( and my wallpaper scissors) for random stuff and i had to go buy new ones. Because, even if you have them sharpened, they still dont cut the same.

@pgScorpio

10 ай бұрын

Ikea has great scissors for just a few $ so you easily can have several at hand for different purposes.

This salmon color dress looks popping on you!! 😍

That top looks so good on you! 😍

Love the pink blouse!

I know how to sew, but I kept watching because you are sooo beautiful!!!

Thank you so much for this video! My grandma taught me to sew when I was younger and i recently found the sewing machine she gave me. It brought back a lot of memories but I don’t remember a ton about it. I’m hoping to take it up again and jump back in!!! ❤

I used to sew pillow covers and wall hangings in my other life, 😅, now I don’t even remember how to thread the needle! I have 2 sewing machines. A Brother , and an old Singer ..looks cool, that’s about it 😂 love your top ❤

For me there is something to be said about getting a machine that will be reliable and not need adjusted or fixed every time you sew on it. For a very long time I had a antique singer that was great when it was working but I had to deconstruct it and fix it constantly and then I got a used “modern” brother machine that was the same way. A few months ago finally got a machine that works and it has made sewing so much more enjoyable. I can finish a project so quickly when I’m not fixing the machine all the time. So at least spend enough money to get a machine that will be reliable so you don’t burn out from fixing it constantly.

@babblesp1367

4 ай бұрын

I agree. I have a fancy sewing machine that I bought from an estate, however, it was still a lot of money. Had that one not come available, I think I would’ve spent about $1500 on a machine just so I can have a machine capable enough to handle everything I might want to attempt, within reason. It’s definitely nice not having to do much to the machine, and the features are awesome.

omg i got so happy when i saw that you had posted a new video even if its not wednesday!!!!!!!!!!! love you jenna🤩🤩

Love you Jenna! Thanks for the new video ❤ you’re my biggest crochet inspiration!

The first thing I made were a pair of plaid bell bottom pants in a sewing class in 7th grade. I think back at how I managed to match the plaid, although I did have the help of a wonderful teacher.

I can't get over how beautiful you look in this video, Jenna! I can barely focus on what you're saying! You look wonderful.

Love how you talk it through- sounds realistic and fun!

I have this $50 loops & threads sewing machine that I got at Michaels and I have never used it but I wanna learn

Jenna you are the best

My adult kids and I were planning to have a little family vacation last year for June, which included a weekend renn fest. Growing up, I'd always made Halloween costumes by hand so I offered to make some simple Renn fest costumes. They were asking for more complicated things and I offhand said "I could do that, but I'll never get it done by hand-sewing in time; I'd need a sewing machine." Sure enough, Mother's Day, I was gifted a sewing machine lol. I hadn't used one since using my moms as a child so I played with it and practiced by making costumes, hemming things, making some simple stocking stuffers like pouches and arm warmers. Now I'm starting to sew myself a new wardrobe this year. I narrowed it down by deciding to sew a couple things for spring/summer, the upcoming season. I guess when summer hits I'll make something for fall, and then winter. And every year I'll just build on it. This video gives some good advice.

funny how the moment i begin to consider sewing, my favorite youtuber posts a guide. sometimes i just love life

Hi Jenna happy Sunday afternoon and I hope you having amazing day today and I loved your vlogs and you are amazing Supporter and I'm proud of you

I was looking for asewing lesson litteraly yesterday 🤯

Yeah this is the beginning of my sewing journey I needed this!!

Lovely look on you in this vid! ❤ I'm the type of person that changes focus often, so I've been a beginner at sewing for a few years as I do just one or two small projects a year (with other crafts in between). But this advice is great for other crafts, too! I got a few cheap crochet and embroidery bits for Christmas, and have been able to try both out (I suck atm, lol) without spending unnecessarily. Definitely love the idea of redoing that first project. One of my early projects was turning trousers into dungaree shorts. They weren't great, so I'd definitely do better with the next attempt. Great tips! 👍

the glow up is realll you look so beautifulllll

This is so perfect, I just got a sewing machine today :)

@TorivioLeon

Жыл бұрын

Congratulations 🎉

Ive found this video after buying my first sewing machine and making few small projects, and i completely agree about supplies. Ive bought literally the cheapest sewing machine and it's covers all my needs as beginner. Really, it doed great job and I don't need anything better right now, even though i enjoyed sewing. But i hate long time practicing before making projects, buut i did good enough stitches quite fast, machine literally doing everything for me

Very well done! This is the most informative video you have ever put out, and I have been watching you for years. Thanks so much for this. ❤

you're literally so pretty! I love the pink shirt it really brings out your eyes!!

I am just learning by helping my animal shelter make lil cat toys. But now I want to break out into making shirts and clothes since i like to cosplay. Your videos always inspire me, and I always fail to act lol but I'm running with it today!!

This is well timed. I have pretty basic sewing skills, and I already have a machine and basic supplies, but I want to start making some clothes from scratch. Mostly because I can't find the styles I want in plus size clothes. I'm definitely going to look for secondhand fabric or sheets or something to practice on.

lol you just made me remember my son's 6th grade sewing project he had to do. He hated it, and he never sewed up the seam to hold in the stuffing!

I started with knits. She is correcttttttt!

I used your tote bag tutorial to sew my first project and it turned out great! I love your videos and I can’t wait to start trying to make clothing! 💕

You're GLOWING

Today im sad but your video help me 👍🏻

As someone who just started but had some experience from school and sewing little things with my mom as a girl (like a pillow) I recommend making a muslin out of old bedsheets if possible. That way you can also test things like adding pockets or a zipper and learn from your mistakes without ruining your precious fabrik.

thank you so much for this video!!! i really want to learn how to sew and i've been litterally watching sewing video's all the time, so hopefully i can start very soon on my own projects

You look really nice in your outfit & I enjoyed the play around with backgrounds & camera angles

Usually dont comment but I've been trying to get back into sewing and appreciate the tips and motivation I get from your content. Also, that blouse is absolutely stunning on you!

the flow of this video is so good

Happy Sunday surprise video 🎉

Honestly I was like time to start sewing, what do I need?Then you pop up 💖

You look beautiful in your new blouse! I am all for sewing tips. I have sewn for fifty years, on and off, and I look for ideas everyday. You are an amazing young woman. Thank you for all you put into your channel.

I too learned to sew in grade 8 but completely stopped once I left high school so this is a great refresher for getting started again! Thank you for the video 🌸

Thanx for the motivation....lets get started

I cant believe i am here among the first....love you jenna all the way from Kenya

This was so fun 😄

I love watching your videos, thank you so much for your channel. Also that top and color suits you so much. You have great style.

I started out with pillow cases and several pouches for all kinds of stuff... Great for learning and usefull, even if they don't turn out 100%

I have a sewing machine on the registry but this vid is making me want to buy it now. Do you think you’ll make tutorial videos common? Like how to use a pattern and actually show us how to make the boxer shorts?

I have my grandmas old machine and a week ago I made my first garment!(it was a waistcoat for my bf for prom)

I'm watching this while working on my first sewing project. It's definitely possible!

After a year I took the waistband off my baaaaaaaaaaaaad skirt and used some actual skill to rebuild it again. It's still ugly but at least now it's wearable. Great introduction! I still need to work out my goals though.

I’m 25yrs old and I’m eager to learn and start making my own clothing. I feel a little old but I have to remind myself it’s never too late to learn something.

@mercywalschek2695

3 ай бұрын

I'm 50 years old. Twice your age. I'm just learning how to sew. And, you're absolutely right. You're never to old to learn. You've got this.

my university library has sewing machines to borrow, and i know public libraries have them sometimes too! (i’m in the US). Check out what resources are around you-a nice way to try before buying any kind of machine

Yay!! Thank you for posting this!! Your authenticity shines through the dope information. I will be watching. :)

Great advice! I think alot of people (me) make that mistake of going all out and then it’s sitting in cupboard I never did seeing at school that’s cool xx

That’s so nice!❤

Great advice!

Way to go Jenna….. the break away change locale is CRISSSSSSPPPPP!!! Way to keep the vid dynamic!

I love this guide! I hope you decide to do one for knitting and crochet! I definitely could use some tips for knit/purl and single/double crochet.

Thank you for your advices ❤

I found it a bit hard to sew that I didn't continue learning. But I want to learn how to make stuff for me

I got high quality shear for $5-$6 from Shein. Its now my sewing holy grail for sewing supplies, they dont have EVERYTHING but what they do have is pretty good for me, and also check the comments

I've sewed off and off since I was 15. One of the first things I made was a halter top! Now I'm trying out a simple pencil skirt. Hope it goes well!

Do you have any videos about practicing stitches? I think that would be very helpful for beginners to see very basic how tos like what you learned in 8th grade c: thanks for your tips!

In sewing class we first started drawing lines on paper and just trying to follow that!

LOVE your shirt! So cute ❤

Very helpful! Both my husband and myself want to learn how to sew. ❤

you look so pretty 😭 i wanna go to a sweing class in summer ✊🏼

I love watching your videos Jenna

Thank you my friend 😢

Queen posted and I’m late🤦🏾‍♀️

you look like you have just stepped out of one of the animated barbie movies and i am OBSESSED!!!!!!!