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Sewing 101

These are many of the sewing basics you will need to start sewing clothing, home goods, and bags. You’ll learn about different sewing techniques, sewing tips, sewing tricks, sewing hacks, and sewing tutorials to be able to sew and to sew well.

With these sewing 101 tutorials you’ll learn how to sew clothes and basic sewing stitches. These sewing basics are really geared towards apparel sewing, but lots of these techniques are used in all sewing crafts and practices. You’ll also learn about zippers, hemming, finishes seams, and much more!

Learning to sew is like learning to color. At first they tell you to color in the lines. It’s not because they don’t want you to break the rules. You need to learn to color in the lines to learn how to control your crayon. Learn these basic sewing rules not because you can’t break the rules, but you need to learn what rules you can break and what sewing rules make all the difference in a project.

I love sewing and teaching others how to sew. Sewing is a skill that needs motivation, but I believe anyone can sew if they just try and keep trying. Once you learn to sew it can be so empowering for you in all parts of your life. I remember teaching someone how to insert a sleeve for the first time. She felt so confident and capable!

Use these sewing tools to master your sewing machine and learn how to sew your own clothing that makes you feel confident and capable.

14 Tips: How to Sew a Swimming Suit
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14 Tips: How to Sew a Swimming Suit

Use these tips to learn how to sew a swimming suit. Once you know the way to sew swim stretch fabric you can make any suit. I remember taking a…

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Edgestitching vs Topstitching
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Edgestitching vs Topstitching

Learn how to edgestitch and how to topstitch and what the difference is between the two sewing stitches! They are often mixed up! There is a difference between edgestitching and…

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How to Understitch
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How to Understitch

Learn how to understitch to make your handmade clothing look better and last longer. The lining or facing will never peak out again! An important basic sewing skill to have…

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Why I Love Craftsy and the Best Craftsy Sewing Classes
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Why I Love Craftsy and the Best Craftsy Sewing Classes

I review Craftsy sewing classes in the comfort of my own home. Some of the classes changed the way I sew and helped me learn new techniques! I love finding…

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Three Ways to Open a Buttonhole
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Three Ways to Open a Buttonhole

Learn about different ways to cut open a buttonhole for a clean look. Each uses a different tool and would work best for different fabrics. I know a lot of…

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How to Hem Lace
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How to Hem Lace

Learn how to hem lace with four different methods. Lace is a beautiful fabric to work with and sewing it can be easy if you know the right techniques. Lace…

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How to Use a Seam Ripper: 3 Ways to Open a Seam
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How to Use a Seam Ripper: 3 Ways to Open a Seam

Learn how to use a seam ripper correctly, and how to open a seam three different ways. A seam ripper is always needed in the sewing room! Oh,  undoing a…

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Basics of Sewing Machine Needles
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Basics of Sewing Machine Needles

The right sewing machine needle can make or ruin your sewing project! Do you know all the parts, sizes, and different kinds of sewing machine needles? I feel like I’ve…

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Types of Fabric for Clothing
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Types of Fabric for Clothing

Learn how to use the right fabric clothing. There are so many fabrics, but you’ll always pair the right fabric with the right sewing project! I love to sew for…

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How to Sew on a Patch
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How to Sew on a Patch

Learn how to sew on a patch three different ways! See examples of sewing a patch onto a backpack, jeans, and a pouch. I’ve slowly been collecting pretty and fun…

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How to Hem: 7 Ways to Hem
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How to Hem: 7 Ways to Hem

Learn how to hem with these seven different ways to hem. Each one is a different function for different fabric and applications! There are lots of different ways to hem…

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Why and How to Use Interfacing
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Why and How to Use Interfacing

Learn all about interfacing and how to use it. It’s so important for the inside of clothing and bags, and it gives strength and stability. When I first started sewing…

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Tips for Sewing Jersey Knit Fabric
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Tips for Sewing Jersey Knit Fabric

Learn all the tips for sewing jersey knit with these sewing tips and techniques. Jersey is the best knit fabric to sew and wear! When I first started sewing there…

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How To Use a Double Needle
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How To Use a Double Needle

Learn how to use a double needle to have two rows of perfect stitching. Use it for hems for knit or woven fabric. A great sewing skill to help your…

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Tips to Sew Sweater Fabric
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Tips to Sew Sweater Fabric

Learn all the tips to sew sweater fabric with a sewing machine and serger so that you can sew your own sweaters, hats, and cardigans. During the winter I love…

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    • Learn How to Sew
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    • Sewing 101
    • Easy Gifts to Sew
    • Baby Sewing Projects
    • Holiday Sewing Projects
      • Valentine Sewing Projects
      • Summer Sewing Projects
      • 4th of July Sewing Projects
      • Back to School Sewing Projects
      • Fall Sewing Projects
      • Halloween Sewing Projects
      • Christmas Sewing Projects
    • Home Sewing Projects
    • Clothing Alterations
    • DIY Costumes
    • Refashion
    • Upcycling
  • Free Sewing Patterns
    • Free Sewing Patterns for Kids
    • Free Baby Sewing Patterns
    • Free Christmas Sewing Patterns
    • Free Halloween Sewing Patterns
    • How to Get My Free Sewing Patterns
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