I have a question: when you cut the pattern, do you need to leave some extra space for where you're going to be sewing? if not, where do I sew it, to make the right size? because I imagine that if you sew too far from the edge the garment will be tighter... or not? Sorry, I'm just learning and I still have never sewn anything!

@VintageThirsty

3 жыл бұрын

This is a great question! What you’re referring to is called seam allowance (SA). The distance you sew from the edge of the fabric. The pattern instructions should tell you how much SA is included. If none is included, then you can add some in yourself. But most standard patterns include a 1.5cm SA. In the video when I mark in the labels on the pattern I should have also marked in what the given SA was to make it clear. Sorry about that! But the pattern instructions should tell you, and sticking to the SA will give you a true-to-size fit! Hope this helps!

@wehavealwayslivedinanxiety5640

3 жыл бұрын

@@VintageThirsty Thank you very much! This helps a lot, because in videos I always hear about seam allowance but I never understand how to calculate them or if they are included in the pattern! Thank you so much, you've been extremely helpful!

@slaveNo-4028

3 жыл бұрын

@@VintageThirsty thanks from me too, I had the same question! Wonderful video, and you're beautiful!

@trippsampson3433

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you both! Also just beginning.

@mamoseturumane2813

3 жыл бұрын

Thank so much you've been extremely helpful for me as a beginner 👍🌹

I've been sewing for 15 years and my mom taught me all these things. But you rarely hear them on sewing videos these days. I approve

@ber9ou930

2 жыл бұрын

Hi jennifer, i am a beginner at the domain and sometimes i get this random confusing questions so i thought maybe if there is a pro person that would be capable of answering those confusing quests that pop up randomly in my mind and i am asking you if you can be that one :)))) Thank you

@starsintrash9218

2 жыл бұрын

Please do help me too, I am just beginning to sewing now :)

@Znailart

Жыл бұрын

Love been looking everywhere this is the only video I found

@ritacampbell1262

11 ай бұрын

How do you get perfect cut fabric that doesn’t fray? I use the best fabric I can buy. On you tube the seems are always perfect No greying

@ritacampbell1262

11 ай бұрын

Fraying

I'm thrilled to see all of you young people sewing! Janet in Idaho. A young 77 years old. And still enjoying sewing and quilting

I'm jealous of your patterns idk if that's a normal one but in the US ours are made of tissue paper. Its so thin it rips if you look at it wrong

@1hinita

3 жыл бұрын

Lmbo

@trishaagr

3 жыл бұрын

its the same in australia! im not sure if its still the standard as i buy my pattern second-hand, but the tissue paper is so frail and frustrating to work with!

@moniquevandeplas5210

2 жыл бұрын

Yep this is Canada too. Apparently there is a reason for this tissue paper pattern paper. Supposed to be easier to pin or something. I say do what works for you

@ulrika.w

2 жыл бұрын

"If you look at it wrong" 😂

@makkenahdottai4582

2 жыл бұрын

I have one open now and her instructions look so much easier and straight forward than mine. Mine look like they were packaged in 1990 and have very short sentences on each step :(

I'm a 58 year old man just learning to sew for the first time. Thank you for your videos!

I came for the info I stayed for the accent .

I have been sewing for 30 years and studied fashion design, professional sewing, pattern drafting and draping. My two adult daughters have recently expressed an interest in learning how to sew, so I thought we might watch a few videos together before we go buy patterns, fabric and notions. We watched a video from a different blogger before this one, and we thought it was a bit all over the map and unclear. Your video is very clear and starts with the most basic concept. Well done! Hope you will make other videos like this one.

@Mariamsadventure

2 ай бұрын

Good luck with your projects. Hope your daughters enjoy it. Mine is 11 and I would like her to learn with me.

I’ve learned so much from just 10mins 🥺💗

@TyaraBeachum1995

3 жыл бұрын

Yesss 😩🙌🏽

This is - hands down - the BEST tutorial I’ve seen about ANYTHING so far. You’ve definitely earned a subscription and you didn’t even ask! Thank you! 🙏

@alexmeiser-stedman7851

3 жыл бұрын

yep, yep, yep!

@jalondajohnson

3 жыл бұрын

Right! I subscribed and she didn't even ask.... I learned so much in such little time.

@Mariamsadventure

2 ай бұрын

Hands down 100%.

Basics: Tracing - 2:14 Notches - 4:27 Darts - 5:05 Grain line - 5:30 Cut on fold - 6:14 6:58-Cutting 8:07

@kayv5840

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@wendyhannan2454

Жыл бұрын

Thanks heaps 😊

@Mariamsadventure

2 ай бұрын

I enjoyed every minute of it and wills ave it for future reference.

The pants turned out super cute! Very well explained. My only request would be to have a visual when explaining the “grain line”. It’s probably pretty simple and I may be making it more complicated than it is but perhaps a ‘correct’ example. Then, an ‘incorrect’ example as a visual -if you would be up for it next time. Thank you 🙏😊

@5DNRG

Жыл бұрын

It is simpler than it made to be...the grainline is a guide to positioning your fabric, so you're not cutting on the bias (diagonal to fabric threads). So if you look closely at the fabric weave and see the cross threads, position the pattern so it's parallel to the fabric grain (usually parallel to the selvedge edge).

@chx1618

Жыл бұрын

@@5DNRG So if you're cutting twill would you want it to appear diagonal (while actually being parallel)?

I think I'm gonna have bookmark this for 7 weeks from now when I'm finished with uni for the year. I have grand sewing plans and I am gonna need all the help I can get 🙃

@adamszayden8330

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Viv

@Strangeness_coven

3 жыл бұрын

Good luck now that it has been 4 months

@aakankshaagrawal223

3 жыл бұрын

hope you started sewing!

@aotulapongen8382

3 жыл бұрын

Omg relate so hard

@condensation107

2 жыл бұрын

Have ya started up yet? We're rooting for ya, and hope your rooting for yourself. 😌

can we talk about how the 'snips' every time she says cut sound so good?? it's very satisfying 🤍

65 year old guy in Iowa appreciates your skill in teaching, sewing and modeling. This was great.

I'm a 64 yr old man, and I've never used a pattern before and came across your video. It was very informative, helpful, and so well done. I'm trying to make a Star Wars couch cushion, but a pattern is a pattern. Thank you very much, this helped me feel a bit less intimidated by it all.

At 56 years old I find myself as the stay-at-home parent for an 11-year-old boy who just joined Boy Scouts. I am now having pants, sewing on patches, and trying to make a vest for said patches to hang on. I haven't touched a sewing machine since 9th grade home ec. Thank you for helping me remember things I forgot a billion years ago.

@babblesp1367

Ай бұрын

As a parent of a scout, I’d suggest buying clear thread for the patches. It’s makes life so much simpler! However, it does make it harder to thread the needle, lol.

@timmorris8932

Ай бұрын

@@babblesp1367 yup, know that trick. SO far color matching hasn't been that big of an issue. I actually found a sand and a olive thread that match the shirt and pants colors really well. I have some clear in reserve in case I need it. Also have sand colored velcro for the rank path, as well as other likely to be replaced patches.

THank you SO MUCH!!! I AM A COMPLETE BEGINER AND HAVE BEEN SO FUSTRATED AS MOST OLDER WOMEN INCLUDING MY OWN AGE AND OLDER NO LONGER HELP OR WANT TO GOD BLESS YOU FOR SHARING YOUR KNOWLEDGE TO HELP OTHERS. YOUR PLAZO PANTS ARE ADDORABLE

I just had to pause at 2:43, come here, and comment: That highlight tip is a hidden treasure!! Can’t believe I’ve never thought of that, so smart 😍

I bought a machine in late 2022 and came across this video. I got intimidated quickly and never committed, but now I'm laid off and I'm back here giving this a shot lol. New hobby ahoy

@secretscarlet8249

26 күн бұрын

What’s the verdict?

This video is one of the BEST explanation videos I have ever watched. I usually just skip through tutorials to gain all the useful points, but it was so enjoyable that I just watched the whole thing without feeling regretful. Not only was the editing and near perfect explanation amazing, but each frame was segued so nicely. Thank you so much for putting the time and effort to help others! Subscribed.

Your voice is so calming, thank you so much for this tutorial!! 🥺

@tinkersdinkers

2 жыл бұрын

i have come back once again because i forgot it hello 🥸🤘

I really want a sewing machine so i can start making my own clothes, this video taught me so much about patterns, I was so lost at first😅 so a HUGE thank you goes to you and taking the time to make this video💕

@5DNRG

Жыл бұрын

I bought my 1st as a Kenmore from Sears, but my second one was special...from a retired seamstress who obviously had an amazing life and career. I wish I had gotten to know her more, she was in her 80s-90s years ago when I met her, unforgettable woman! Now, I have a great classic Janome I bought in '02 that's still on warranty. Go Used to start...

This is legit perfect!!! Please don’t stop making these! They’re helpful!!

This is exactly what I needed in my life. I’ve been so scared of using patterns for so long that I struggle through making my own and it’s always unnecessarily complicated hahaha. Thank you for the thoroughness and encouragement!! I’m totally gonna try this 🥰

I've watched a lot of random tutorials on a lot of random topics but this has got to be the most well-explained, thank you x

I really want to start sewing! I’m 22 and I’ve never sewn anything in my life. I’m so glad I found you because your videos are so gentle and informational! Everything I needed to get inspired to make some cool clothes :)

We need more videos like this! You're so kind and I really like the way you explained it to us! 🌸

My grandmother recently gave me her collection of sewing patterns she’s kept from around the 1960s-70s, and I had no clue how to follow them, so Thankyou so much for this video!

Thank you so much for this video ! I got into sewing recently and getting started with actual patterns felt really daunting but you really cleared things up for me !

Just got my sewing machine and starting to get the tools needed to sew. Ive been feeling nervous and excited but your video makes me feel confident. I know i can do this!!

Love how you explain multi-sized patterns & how to use them. Thank you for very educational/informative video. I've been sewing for the longest time!

My mum make her patterns from old newspapers, I asked her to teach me sew but teaching is not her greatest strength so here I am looking for videos. I did not know you can buy patterns

OMG I'm learning so much more than I ever did researching on my own! 😳🙌🏾 now all I have to do is learn how to actually use my sewing machine..

@sierraperkins5406

2 жыл бұрын

yes!

Thank you thank you thank you!! I just bought my first ever sewing machine and immediately went into panic mode realizing how much learning I need to do just to get started on my first project. This video was super helpful and calming

I've watched about 10 different videos on reading a pattern and you're the first one to talk about the symbols! OMG thank you!!!

this is exactly what i needed! I just bought a pattern for wide leggings, but its hella confusing, thank you!!

So imagine learning how to sew during elementary and high school by watching mom and making a few things like a skirt, straight paints... then you decide to start sewing again as a more mature woman. My mom never traced the pattern. She laid it out and we would pin it but follow along the size we were making, never cutting the pattern itself. I don’t recall how we pinned it so I came here. I’m not sure I’m willing to trace and cut out a template first 😩

@JDlovescats979

3 жыл бұрын

What I learned in school was to put the pins parallel to the lines of the pattern and cut as close to the pins as possible (assuming the pattern includes seam allowance). We'd pin both the pattern and the fabric like 1-2 millimeters inside of the line that designates the size we'd be making. Then we would gently peel back the edge of the pattern until we reached the pin line and would cut along the line. If you want, you can sort of redrape the pattern over your shears so that you can see the pattern lines and notches a bit better. I hope that made sense/was helpful!

@overcomingobstaclescreates1695

2 жыл бұрын

@@JDlovescats979 Yes! That's what my mother always did.

@salmanhossain7483

Жыл бұрын

Hi. I am professoanal pattern maker of any type of clothing design. We provide pattern making services. if your need this service please contact with me.thanks

@SirenaSpades

Жыл бұрын

Actually we learned in Home Ec.

@pamzanon6599

Жыл бұрын

I learned to pin the pattern directly to the fabric also... pins horizontal to the pattern edge, but the way she does it allows you to trace it onto paper in the size you want thus maintaining the original pattern in case you need to size up or down for future garments

This is the kind of clear and simple pattern guide I’ve been searching for! 😅 thank you for laying things out so well for beginners, great video! 👏🏻👏🏻

THANK YOU! I’ve had patterns and a machine for yonks but couldn’t find a video that was comprehensive enough for a total beginner when it comes to actually reading and using the patterns I have. Thank you for this it’s a life saver!

i've been sewing diy style for like three years, and this is the first time i've heard of using the point piercing and tracing wheel for patterns. this is a revelation. much obliged!

Don’t worry this is for me! 4:27 Notches 4:54 Darts 5:32 Grainline 6:11 Cut on fold

I love how soft and clear your voice is. Even though I have the captions running, I love how you enunciate. Being deaf/hard of hearing, this is key. I also love how you use your hands and how you clearly walk us through the lesson. I look forward to learning more from you!

If only all videos could be so succinct and informative in such a short amount of time. Thanks.

this was the most helpful video that i've come across as a beginner! thank you girl!! i have been wanting to start sewing for a while now, but was too intimidated by my lack of understanding of the terms people would use in their tutorials! this made it very easy for me to understand

I've never in life touched a needle outside of art class, so I really appreciate this tutorial!! I'm looking to start plush making rather than garments but all of this is so interesting! Your voice and demeanor is also very patient and not really intimidating so for what it's worth that also helps!

Thank you so much for compiling such a thoughtful instructions video on sewing! As a beginner who wished to go to fashion school to learn all about the details in clothes and sewing tricks, I find this video so helpful😭💚 Your videos always show clear and step by step tutorial without being too confusing, and I love it. Hoping to see your channel grow!

This video REALY helps. All the other videos about understanding patterns were so confusing . Thanks for this video!🥰

You are God sent. I wish I could give you an award. Thank you for sharing. This is more than beginner friendly. This is amazing. Thank you for taking your time to share with us. ❤

Omg GOD BLESS YOU 🙏🏾I been struggling to learn this forever, you are a great teacher! Now , I feel like I actually understand what to do with a pattern & not feel intimidated by the sewing language. Ahh I'm so excited to get my pieces assembled 📐✂️

When this video teaches you more basic pattern making than your actual pattern design class…I would STILL be confused if it wasn’t for this video.

@twannasanders1802

2 ай бұрын

Definitely agree! Best video I've read across explaining using patterns. All the other one's I ran across was so confusing & not beginner friendly

Thank you Vintage Thirsty for explaining it very clearly for us beginners. You're a star!

I have at least 10 patterns that I’m imitated about. But your explanation he as shined more light on the subject. Thanks for explaining

i needed this video this week, impeccable timing

I just needed to say “ thank you” so much for your help! I just started making a dress with my first pattern and I was very intimidated! Your video was so helpful. If there’s anything I still had questions about, it was the type of stitching mentioned…baste, slip stitch, etc. I just don’t know all of the terminology yet.

The quality of your videos is incredible

Wow, she's very engaging and knowledgeable. She makes it look easy. A lot easier than other tutorials I've seen. Best 10 mins I've spent on patterns. Thanks so much.

My patterns and fabric should be arriving anyday now!! I'm sew excited to get started 😛

I’m not doing anything till I catch up on your videos. In just two minutes I learned more than any video 😩 Wish I wouldn’t have cut my patterns to my size now. Lessons learned thanks so much 🎯Great video

Yas queen! I sat with my mouth wide open because your descriptions made so much sense for the first time! I have patterns and have watched videos of people making clothing using patterns but it is so intimidating. None have made sense until now!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge! The end product is beautiful and is so flattering on you!

I'm generally a wood/metal working maker, and am just taking baby steps into this form of making - and this is freaking brilliant.

Thanks so much! I have been sewing for some time nów but I’ve never fully understood patterns even though I use them 😅 So glad I found your channel! 💕

Thank you for explaining everything super thoroughly while also being really funny and encouraging. I definitely plan on sewing something up to work with the inspiration I got from this video

@thinking6307

3 жыл бұрын

Alexandra....SO RIGHT!!!! The INSPIRATION she is giving us!!!!!

Those pants look so cute & I'm really impressed how easy you make it look.

"Its like a pizza cutter, but for your fabric."😆 my favorite line of the video. Nice pants! Thanks for the info!

You’re just a doll! Thank you for posting this! I’ve wanted to learn to sew forever and when my granny passed on, I made up my mind to learn. She could sew beautifully. I just learned how to operate my sewing machine lmbo. So, I’m very very green. I have an apron pattern of my granny’s and now I can understand it too lol. You’re pleasant to listen to and you get to the point. So, if you wanted to post a ton of tutorial videos for beginners, I believe people would watch. Just sayin’. 😊😎

I love the fact that you use a house plant to weigh the pattern piece down. It must be happy to be able to help out. 🌿😊

This was such a great comprehensive video on sewing, I had no idea how cool sewing was until now

Finally a clear, detailed explanation. Thank you! I'm really into the idea of sewing clothes but I need tutorials that dumb it down like I'm a child. Please teach us more.

Your videos are super helpful and so well edited . Keep it going girl! Love your accent 🥰🥰

I'm still quite a sewing novice, and the grain line is the thing that always messes me up and leads to my outfits draping and fitting all weird. Thank you for the tip!

Hello, your video was very clear, and yes, I am inspired to restart my sewing journey. Three years ago, I started but pressed pause because of grad school. Now, I am preparing myself to get back to sewing and looking forward to make my own clothes :)

Those pants fit you so well!! Dang

Oh My Goodness! Thank you, young lady, for this exellent video. If there were an award or 'openings' or 'video intros' This would win! I have been searching or this topic! You've given me hope!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!! Please keep these excellent videos coming!

I am so thankful for this video. I was just trying to get into sewing a little, so I got myself a pattern, printed it, cut it, all that, when I noticed that the sleeve was way too thin and would never wrap around my arm. Thanks to you I now know that I just need to fold the fabric for it to be double as wide, but in that moment it just took all my motivation. So thank you. :)

Thank you for this, I have recently taken up the hobby but I haven’t been diligent with learning since all sewing videos are a complete bore but this one actually got me excited!

I just love you lol your too cute! Love the accent!

@adamszayden8330

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Elizabeth

I got 3 lovely pages of info written down thanks to this video.. and now I'm feeling a lot more confident in trying new things

I actually learned a few things my husband found this for me and suggested I watch it. So I did. Thank you. I love your accent. Also I'm a little less scared of patterns now.

I’ve only just found your channel and I’ve subscribed. It’s so lovely to find a Scots lady making such great quality videos. Your instructions were so clear and precise. I’m in Cumbria and aiming towards making or refashioning my who,e wardrobe towards a vintage style. I’ll watch out for your future videos. Your palazzo pants are gorgeous and very flattering.

@adamszayden8330

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Celia

Thank you for the tips on saving the pattern! That was such a concern of mine, granted I got mine on sale, but still. I wanted to get the most use out of it as I possible can!

You are a brilliant teacher.

You are an excellent teacher! So much easier to follow along than most sewing videos!

I want to star sewing and your videos are so helpful! love your channel ❤️

Thank you so much this is very helpful! I love your channel, I have already gotten so much inspiration on patterns I want to try. Also your jokes aren't terrible.

I just randomly ended up searching about this and threw a couple random videos on my watch later, but your video was SUCH good quality. Editing, context, cheesy humor. Loved it.

Thank you for making this video! I used it to hem my linen suit trousers the day before I had to wear them to my friends' wedding. I'd never hemmed before so I didn't think I'd be able to learn it in time, but it turned out great and I looked much smarter than if I'd left the legs unhemmed. I don't use a sewing machine yet so I appreciate you showed how to do it cleanly by hand. My mom used to hem all my pants for me growing up, so I'll definitely be hemming more pants and shorts for myself after this gave me confidence to!

I‘m so happy I found your channel. Thanks for those entertaining and helpful videos. 😊

Omg!!! 8 years of sewing and I’ve been tracing wrong the entire time 🥴😩😭😭😤😂😂 I would just make my own. “Perks” of being self taught 😕 lol

@AthenaGM

3 жыл бұрын

Thats the beauty of it all. We keep learning new things. I've been terrified of patterns, I see them as Egyptian hieroglyphs😩. But I think I can now face them🔥

omg! Thank you so much! You answered everything I needed to get started using a pattern. Love the production and sharing a beginners perspective. I felt intimidated and feel confident knowing what you shared.

Thank you!! I’m a beginner and overwhelmed by the tissue patterns and symbols.

This was so helpful!🥺 please keep the sewing videos coming!💗 would specially love to see one on making patterns from your existing clothes ✨

@thinking6307

3 жыл бұрын

YES!!! and....I loved EVERYTHING about THIS video!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This Young Lady..is FANTASTIC!!!

What a helpful video! I’m wondering, is it possible to switch between sizes in a pattern? For example if my hips are a 12 but my waist is a 10, can I use the two different sizes on the pattern? I’m imagining just like… connecting the two lines somewhere in the middle?

PLEASE UPLOAD MORE VIDEOS SOON! i live for your accent and your easy to do designs.

I came here coz Jusuf recommended me to watch your videos im interested to sew my own clothes i want to create my own wardrobe. Diving into DIY world. Thank you!!! I hope i won't get lost when i start to sew. 😄

I love your jokes and thank you for making sewing less scary

i love your editing style and sense of humour! can i know what's the difference between your singer machine and your janome machine? they look like they do different things

@VintageThirsty

3 жыл бұрын

My janome is just a regular sewing machine and then the singer is an overlocker!

@shruthinarayanan276

3 жыл бұрын

Vintage Thirsty ah ok, thank you for replying! looking forward to seeing more of your videos!

@joannaszulc1496

3 жыл бұрын

@@VintageThirsty what does that mean?

@hoantami535

3 жыл бұрын

@@joannaszulc1496 an ovelocker is for finishing raw edges to make fabric look clean and neat , that's all it does. And a sewing machine actually sees together the clothes

Beautiful knowledge I’m just getting started

Please make more sewing tutorials!! I have been looking all over for good videos, and your 10min video has been soooo helpful! I’m very new to sewing, and I’d be grateful for any kind of help I can get!

I wish i had watched this before starting

What about seam allowances?