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  • Thank you & Requests! - Duration: 110 seconds.

    • 3 days ago
    • 1,341 views
    A short video to thank you all for your continued support and interest in my channel. I would love to know your video requests so that I can start filming videos you want to see in the New Year.

    ...
  • How To: Attach V-Neck Facing - Duration: 37 minutes.

    • 2 weeks ago
    • 2,271 views
    Learn how to attach a facing to a top or a dress. In this tutorial we will be focusing on sewing a V-Neck facing; showing two different methods for sewing the facing onto the neckline.

    Due to the...
  • How To: Insert Sleeve with French Seam - Duration: 46 minutes.

    • 4 months ago
    • 17,796 views
    Learn how to introduce a sleeve into a garment using a French Seam. French seams are perfect for use on lightweight or sheer fabrics, encasing all of the fraying fabric edges inside a tiny seam all...
  • How To: Mark Fabric with Carbon Paper - Duration: 9 minutes, 53 seconds.

    • 7 months ago
    • 4,260 views
    Learn how to mark details from a pattern onto fabric using dressmakers carbon paper. In this tutorial I explain how to mark fabric using carbon paper and the equipment required.

    How To: Sewing Da...
  • How To: Thread Tracing - Duration: 11 minutes.

    • 8 months ago
    • 4,057 views
    Learn how to complete Thread Tracing, a technique you can use to mark details from a pattern onto fabric. In this tutorial I explain how to complete Thread Tracing and the equipment required.

    How...
  • How To: Tailor's Tacks - Duration: 11 minutes.

    • 8 months ago
    • 5,192 views
    Learn how to sew a Tailor's Tack and record details from your pattern onto your fabric. In this tutorial I explain the uses of a Tailor's Tack, the thread I use to mark my fabric and how to complet...
  • What Is... The Selvage? - Duration: 4 minutes, 40 seconds.

    • 9 months ago
    • 3,767 views
    What is the selvage edge of the fabric and how do you find it?

    Music:
    Lucy, Plastic Flowers (2015) from http://freemusicarchive.org/

    Website: www.madetosew.com
    Email: [email protected]
    Faceboo...
  • What Is... The Grainline? - Duration: 4 minutes, 53 seconds.

    • 9 months ago
    • 4,369 views
    What is the grainline and how do you find the grainline on fabric?

    Music:
    Lucy, Plastic Flowers (2015) from http://freemusicarchive.org/

    Website: www.madetosew.com
    Email: [email protected]
    Fac...
  • What Is... A Walking Foot - Duration: 4 minutes, 30 seconds.

    • 10 months ago
    • 4,456 views
    What is a walking foot? What can it be used for and how can it help improve your sewing.

    Blog Post: http://www.madetosew.com/what-is-a-walking-foot/

    Music:
    Lucy, Plastic Flowers (2015) from http...
  • How To: Buttonhole Stitch - Duration: 2 minutes, 27 seconds.

    • 10 months ago
    • 15,116 views
    Learn how to sew a Buttonhole Stitch. Suitable for use when hand sewing buttonholes, or as a secure stitch. I personally use it to attach hook & eyes and hook & bars.

    Music:
    Lucy, Plastic Flowers...
  • How To: Herringbone / Catch Stitch (Tailoring / Hemming) - Duration: 5 minutes, 2 seconds.

    • 10 months ago
    • 12,263 views
    Learn how to sew a Herringbone / Catch Stitch. Suitable for use as a blind hemming technique or flat in tailoring and dressmaking, we will share techniques both techniques during this short tutoria...
  • Beginners Dressmaking - McCall's Skirt 3830 Pattern - (Waistband & Lining) - Duration: 1 hour, 2 minutes.

    • 10 months ago
    • 26,482 views
    Take our Beginners Dressmaking tutorial to the next step and learn how to draft your own waistband and introduce a lining into your McCall's 3830 skirt. In this video will be making Option E, with ...
  • Beginners Dressmaking - McCall's Skirt 3830 Pattern - Duration: 2 hours.

    • 11 months ago
    • 45,389 views
    Learn beginners dressmaking tips and techniques following our tutorial for constructing the McCall's Skirt 3830 Pattern. In this video will be making Option C, showing you how to insert and mitre a...
  • Sewing Tips: How To Pin Fabric - Duration: 4 minutes, 28 seconds.

    • 11 months ago
    • 4,915 views
    Learn about the different pins available for sewing and dressmaking and how to place a pin into your fabric.

    Read More: http://www.madetosew.com/sewing-tips-how-to-pin-fabric/

    PRODUCTS:
    Clover M...
  • DIY: Appliqué Towel Letter - Duration: 9 minutes, 39 seconds.

    • 11 months ago
    • 6,779 views
    Learn how to appliqué a motif (letter, shape or initials) onto a towel. Personalise your towels and make gifts for friends and family.

    Blog Post: http://www.madetosew.com/diy-applique-towel-lette...
  • DIY: Letter to Santa Envelope (Inspiration) - Duration: 2 minutes, 29 seconds.

    • 1 year ago
    • 929 views
    Make your own 'Letter to Santa Envelope' following some of our YouTube tutorials.

    Read More: http://www.madetosew.com/diy-letters-to-santa-envelop/

    Make the Envelope: https://youtu.be/_K0gtVfyV5...
  • DIY: Appliqué Christmas Jumper - Duration: 14 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 2,795 views
    Learn how to embellish and make your very own Christmas Jumper with appliqué. Use our stag motif or design your own.

    Read More: http://www.madetosew.com/diy-applique-christmas-jumper/
    How To: App...
  • DIY: Sewing Machine Christmas Cards - Duration: 8 minutes, 44 seconds.

    • 1 year ago
    • 2,573 views
    Make your very own Christmas and Birthday Cards or Gift Tags using the sewing machine. Learn how to sew on a different material and have fun designing your own cards.

    Read More: http://www.madeto...
  • DIY: Felt Christmas Decorations Decorations - Duration: 34 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 30,493 views
    Learn how to make these cute felt Christmas Decorations. With a variety of shapes to choose from we will walk you through all of the sewing techniques and explain how we created each of the individ...
  • How To: Beaded Blanket Stitch - Duration: 5 minutes, 7 seconds.

    • 1 year ago
    • 2,993 views
    Learn how to add beads to a blanket stitch. The perfect way to add a decorative touch to any project.

    Read More: http://www.madetosew.com/how-to-beaded-blanket-stitch/
    How To: Blanket Stitch: htt...
  • How To: Stem Stitch - Duration: 5 minutes, 15 seconds.

    • 1 year ago
    • 35,108 views
    Learn how to sew a stem stitch. Use as a stitch for decorative purposes such as embroidery and appliqué.

    Blog Post: http://www.madetosew.com/how-to-stem-stitch/

    PRODUCTS:
    White Embroidery Thread...
  • DIY: Advent Calendar Bunting - Duration: 20 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 1,046 views
    Create some advent calendar bunting this festive season and learn some new hand and machine sewing techniques.

    Read More: http://www.madetosew.com/advent-calendar-bunting/
    Download Pattern: http:...
  • DIY: Stocking Advent Calendar - Duration: 31 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    Make your very own mini stockings in our Christmas Advent Tutorial. Hang as decorations around the house, or on the Christmas tree. Alternatively create 24 and make advent calendar bunting.

    Read...
  • How To: Sewing Darts - Duration: 22 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 18,442 views
    Learn how to sew a standard dart. Follow a range of tips and techniques for a professional finish, from marking the fabric through to sewing and pressing.

    How To: Tailor's Tacks: https://youtu.be...
  • DIY: Segment Pumpkin / Pin Cushion Tutorial - Duration: 23 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 5,689 views
    Learn new sewing techniques and make your very own pumpkin or pin cushion with our tutorial. Sew a pumpkin shape ready for Halloween, or sew up a pin cushion for your sewing box!

    DIY: Easy Fabric ...
  • DIY: Easy Fabric Pumpkin Tutorial - Duration: 24 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 26,113 views
    Make a fun fabric pumpkin this Autumn. We have 3 different sizes for you to choose from a small, medium and large pumpkin, and we will share tips on how to make your own size. Whether you have a se...
  • How To: Separate Embroidery Floss / Thread - Duration: 2 minutes, 57 seconds.

    • 1 year ago
    • 2,608 views
    Learn how to easily separate embroidery floss / thread with our quick tutorial.

    Read More: http://www.madetosew.com/how-to-separate-embroidery-thread/

    PRODUCTS:
    Small Scissors - Fiskars Embroide...
  • DIY: Oil Cloth Bunting (Sew & No-Sew Methods) - Duration: 18 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 1,600 views
    Learn how to make oil cloth bunting with our sew and no-sew approach. We have catered the tutorial to show you 2 production methods (sewing and glue), so if you don't have a sewing machine availabl...
  • How To: Sewing Blanket Stitch - Duration: 6 minutes, 40 seconds.

    • 1 year ago
    • 30,332 views
    Learn how to sew a blanket stitch with our latest tutorial. The blanket stitch is perfect for use around the edge of fabric to prevent fraying, however it is also great to use as a decorative stitc...
  • DIY Felt Halloween Decorations - Duration: 37 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 4,116 views
    Join us this Autumn and make your very own Halloween inspired felt decorations; Pumpkin, Bat, Spider & Ghost.

    Read More: http://www.madetosew.com/diy-felt-halloween-decorations/
    Download Pattern:...
  • How To: Sewing with Silk / Slippy Fabrics - Duration: 16 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 51,141 views
    Learn to how to sew and work with silk, or silk like fabrics that are slippy and troublesome. We will share tips and techniques on how to cut out difficult fabrics, useful equipment and stitches to...
  • How To: Appliqué (3 different stitches) - Duration: 18 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 100,406 views
    Learn how to appliqué a motif (letter or shape) onto a garment or project you are making. What better way to personalise bunting, bags or clothing. In this tutorial we will show you how to attach t...
  • How To: Sewing Invisible Zipper - Duration: 42 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 254,467 views
    Learn how to sew an invisible zip into a garment or product (cushion cover). In this detailed tutorial we will share tips and techniques for preparation, marking your fabric and sewing the zip to g...
  • DIY: Leather Bow Keyring | Keychain - Duration: 14 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 3,505 views
    Make a cute bow keyring with our new tutorial! Sew in leather or your choice of fabric. Learn tips and techniques for sewing with leather.

    Blog Post: http://www.madetosew.com/diy-leather-bow-keyr...
  • DIY: Oil Cloth Bag / Purse - Duration: 42 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 26,195 views
    Join us for a fun tutorial and learn how to make your very own bag or purse in an oil cloth / PVC fabric. We will show you how to create a lined and un-lined version. Personalise your bag with a ch...
  • How To: Invisible Stitching (Slip Stitch / Ladder Stitch) - Duration: 6 minutes, 5 seconds.

    • 1 year ago
    • 89,448 views
    Learn how to sew an invisible hand stitch, often referred to as the slip stitch or ladder stitch.

    A wonderful and useful skill for a variety of sewing situations. This hand stitch is perfect for ...
  • How To: Quilt Fabric - Duration: 19 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 14,454 views
    Learn how to quilt fabric ready for use in a variety of different applications such as products and garments. In this tutorial we will show you how to mark your fabric as well as tips and technique...
  • DIY Quilted Keyring - Duration: 14 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 22,521 views
    Learn new sewing tips and techniques whilst making a quilted keyring. Follow our tutorial and learn how to make a keyring with or without quilting. Perfect to make as gifts for family and friends. ...
  • How To: Back Stitch (Appliqué) - Duration: 7 minutes, 50 seconds.

    • 1 year ago
    • 6,877 views
    Learn how to sew a back stitch. Perfect for use as a reinforcement stitch or for decorative purposes such as embroidery and appliqué.

    In this tutorial we will show you how to sew a back stitch (f...
  • DIY Appliqué Keyring - Duration: 12 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 8,022 views
    Join in our tutorial and learn how to make yourself an appliqué keyring. A perfect way to whizz up gifts for family and friends. Personalise your keyring with appliqué and decorative hand stitching...
  • DIY Lavender Hanging Hearts - Duration: 12 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 14,658 views
    Make your own hanging hearts with our tutorial. Learn new sewing skills and techniques whilst sewing up some beautiful hearts for your home. Perfect to decorate your house in style!

    Blog Post: htt...
  • How To: Rolled Hem Tutorial - Duration: 5 minutes, 3 seconds.

    • 1 year ago
    • 32,355 views
    Learn how to sew a rolled hem on a sewing machine without a rolled hem foot. This is my preferred method of sewing a rolled hem, which I promise will provide professional looking results! Perfect f...
  • How To: Sewing French Seam - Duration: 7 minutes, 51 seconds.

    • 1 year ago
    • 29,911 views
    Learn how to sew a french seam. French seams are perfect for use on lightweight or sheer fabrics, encasing all of the fraying fabric edges inside a tiny seam allowance of 1/4" (5mm).

    Blog Post: h...
  • How To: Quilted Wash Bag | Make-up Bag Tutorial DIY - Duration: 34 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 37,509 views
    Make your very own Wash Bag or Make Up Bag with our tutorial. With a choice of sizes and optional quilting, personalise your very own bag and learn new sewing skills along the way.

    Check out the ...
  • How To: Lavender Bunting Tutorial DIY - Duration: 21 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 1,865 views
    Learn how to make your very own Lavender Bunting. In this tutorial we will show you how to make simple, professional looking bunting (filled with lavender if desired) that you can hang in your home...
  • How To: Quick Liberty Bunting Tutorial - Duration: 17 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 18,819 views
    Watch our Liberty Bunting Tutorial and learn a super quick and easy method to make bunting with pinking shears and a sewing machine. This is one of the quickest ways to make professional looking bu...
  • Beginners Sewing Course - Day 5 - Accuracy Tips - Duration: 34 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 64,300 views
    In our Beginners Sewing Course - Day 5 we cover tips and techniques to help improve sewing accuracy. From how to sew curves and corners to matching seams and professional pressing, hopefully this c...
  • Beginners Sewing Course - Day 4 (zigzag stitches) - Duration: 11 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 65,004 views
    Beginners Sewing Course - Day 4 and learn how to thread a sewing machine, wind a bobbin and understand the needle and thread you should be using for your projects. We will working on a Husqvarna Vi...
  • Beginners Sewing Course - Day 3 - Sewing Basics - Duration: 26 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 124,909 views
    In our Beginners Sewing Course - Day 3 we go through sewing basics for stitching on the sewing machine, pinning techniques, how to solve tension problems and how to improve sewing accuracy.

    Day 1...
  • Beginners Sewing Course - Day 2 - Fabric Preparation - Duration: 20 minutes.

    • 1 year ago
    • 170,523 views
    Join us in Day 2 of our Beginners Sewing Course and learn all about the fabric you should be working with. Tips on preparing fabric, pinning patterns and cutting out. As well as techniques on how t...
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