I’m going to be working on some pillows for the couch. Thank you! Now practice sewing zig-zags along your edge of fabric. The fabric goes the opposite way when I started sewing. This is soooo helpful. And may you and your family well blessed! Please keep giving sewing tips every so often. I’m going to follow your steps for her. That lasted maybe a month! Yay. Filed Under: DIY Sewing, Featured, Sewing Tips. Thanks for tutorial!! We'll always be honest and let you know what we are being paid to review or advertise, the words are always our own. Loved reading this! And if so, you should sign up for Project Runway!. I cannot stress that enough! And then practice them. I don’t have any “spare fabric” around, but I’m about to raid the goodwill bin for some practice materials. I am a newbie to this thing called sewing. So when a pattern tells me to use a 5/8″ seam allowance, I make sure my edges stay right along that line as I sew. ohmygosh this is so great!! I got a sewing machine for Christmas and I am completely intimidated seeing as how I have never so much as sewed a button on. Sometimes you may find that you are a bit unsteady and your lines aren’t straight enough. I’m still fairly new at sewing though so I’m still going to put some of your advice to work like practicing more. I’m learning from my mistakes and have a better understanding of how my machine works because of those mistakes. You are less worried about messing up good fabric when you have scrap fabric, you probably would never use otherwise, perfect for practicing on. (I lifted up my presser foot just to take the picture but it should be down while sewing.). Anyway, I’m not sure if anyone else has mentioned this because I started reading through comments and then saw how many there were, but I got a tip to start practicing straight lines on lined school paper! I bought myself a machine for my birthday this month, and had no idea how to get started. I got a sewing machine for Christmas but know nothing about sewing. Also – I use Google Reader and only read titles to see which ones I’m actually going to open and read. Now, one last thing: Sewing 2 Pieces of Fabric Together. Many of you are very new to this crazy sewing thing so let me give you a really quick pep talk. Can you help me with the manual buttonhole feature, No 9, and the keyhole buttonhole, No.10 on the Bernina 150? Sewing Machines; Overlockers; Feet & Accessories; Recommended Product. I think if I’d have had this sort of easy step by step as a kid, I’d have been better off. Happy New Year!! I needed that. You’ll see how cool it is to make nice and uniform little zig-zag stitches. I am a teacher (math) so I appreciate a good lesson. Nope, none of that hoopla. I love the idea of drawing on the fabric to practice! I used photocopies out of a sewing book for kids, but you could draw designs on paper or even use a coloring book page. As soon as the kiddos are in bed tonight, I’m going to begin! Just make sure it's not too big, or it will make a visible hole in your fabric. Thanks again!!!!! excellent guide for newbies like me plus its so inspiring. (Or, you can tie both ends of your thread into a square knot with your hands…..but a back-stitch on your sewing machine is MUCH easier.) I got a machine for Christmas and I just began practicing stitches yesterday. I got my first sewing machine about a year ago and I’ve made a couple of things, but I always get so discouraged. I had real trouble going round the bends!! Position your needle at one end of the guideline. I have been sewing for a year now, but this is a great refresher! And then adjust the stitch length and the stitch width. Thank you!! That was 9 years ago, and it’s still on my son’s bed. It’s great to see that there are so many other ppl out there who are just getting started like I am. I’m going to be getting a serger this year. Thank you and please keep the tips coming!!! Even though i got my sewing machine almost 5 years ago, I am only now starting to sew, and got a serger for Christmas.I did some pajama pants for Christmas and the first one kicked my butt! What a great tutorial, everyone has to start somewhere, I’ve been sewing since I was about 6 yrs old but can still learn a thing or two from your tutorials I get all excited when I see that you have a new blog post :). I can’t wait to see what more “sewing classes” you post in the future! That way, I have a visual reference to turn to (instead of the black and white line drawings in the manual) when I need a new stitch to use. I had real trouble going round the bends!! wikiHow is where trusted research and expert knowledge come together. I’m really enjoying it, now that I’ve conquered getting thread on the bobbin and straight lines without bird nesting the bobbin. Anyway now that you have given me inspiration I think I will get that machine out and give it another shot. Your machine will pull your fabric on its own so you don’t want to tug. This pep talk was just what I needed to gather my courage and just have fun and do it! So, sew your little heart out and try a few things. Thank you Ashley for reminding us that our lines don’t have to be perfectly straight. The lines are already there (more than 20 on each sheet!) This is perfect for what I was looking for! I bought my machine a few years ago and have tried to sew off and on. Thanks!! You will notice your machine will start sewing backwards. I cannot stress that enough! I’ll be making wool diapers. THANKS!!!!!!!! Now I have a 1-year-old and I am loving making clothes for her. I wish I had, had a tutorial like this when I was first starting. I’ve broadcasted and blogged about it too so many more people could contribute. If you think something is too hard…break it down piece by piece…my first quilt project was a twin size quilt…started with just doing one block at a time and eventually I had 72. - Change the stitch length to be longer. I have been starting slow and getting to know the ins and outs of my machine before doing anything. Turned out great, and took me less than an hour last night! I wish I had it yesterday. The lock stitch feature sews the same single stitch backward and forward without repeated stitches. Good habits make your sewing easier. My price range would be 200-500, and since I’m a newbie I don’t need too many gadgets. I’m really enjoying it, now that I’ve conquered getting thread on the bobbin and straight lines without bird nesting the bobbin. 1. This is such a good tutorial…it would’ve come in handy when I was first learning lol. We might try that also. You are not going to be super good at this your first time. This is just what I’ve been looking for! Maintain the fabric straight so that the backwards stitch goes right on top of the forward stitch you sewed previously. Do you sew the decorative stitches (daisy, turkey feet,Greek keys, leaves, etc.) The pencil/chalk line will be covered up by the sewing line. To backstitch on an industrial machine, press and hold down on the back-stitching button and press on the foot control. I would love if you made more of these. Press the reverse button, which is the button that looks like a "U" with an arrow attached to it. Thanks!! Only positive talk, got it? Thank you!! But why not just give it a try? I received a fancy machine for Christmas, which seemed a bit much for my novice experience and first sewing machine. She didn’t do it and got all flustered and may never see again! I loved your ideas about making straight lines on the cloth to help sew a straight line. Your tutorials that I browsed over now for the day have been so helpful. Brother Innov-is F420 Sewing Machine. So, draw some lines with a pencil and ruler and then just sew right on top of the lines. Thank you for this! Just use your hands as a guide to keep the fabric straight, following the line over to the right if needs be. And there are many uses for the zig-zag stitch but one of the most common is zig-zagging a raw edge (so that it won’t unravel). Thanks so much! EVERY tip helps too – so these were great!! I received a sewing machine years ago for Christmas. I’ve had my sewing machine for a little under a year now and have done a few projects, but it helps to think about practicing the basics. When you reach the end of your row of stitching, push your back-stitch button/lever/knob and sew backwards a few stitches, resume to forward stitching and return to the end of the row of stitches that you made. A blind stitch is not on all sewing machines but it's a common stitch. She made a Barbie pillow & was so excited. I’ve been sewing for a few years, but I’m a dabbler, and I’ve only taken on more challenging (to me) projects in the past year or two because of fabulous tutorials like yours that make sewing so much more approachable. And you’ll get better. Thank you so much for posting this. Grab two little scraps and line up two edges that you want to sew together. Now for a few sewing practice tips. Start at one end and put your needle down in the fabric. Okay, enough pep-talking. I received a sewing machine for Christmas and have what is probably a very stupid question. My children know how to sew, but I think some of the tips on here can enhance their skills so much. I also think that when you’re practicing your stitches, it helps to do what you did in the photos–thread your machine with a thread that contrasts with the fabric you’re practicing on. I’m finding so far that is a bit tricky. Oh I’ve been sewing for a while now, but hadn’t thought of just zigzagging the ends like that! I just used a sewing machine for the first time in my entire life never mind adult life – entire life) this past week and last night managed to make a simple pillowcase skirt and I laughed at your comment of what it looks like on the inside because I can relate to that. :). Be happy with what you make and give yourself some credit for that first project. I have tried off and on to teach myself and have made a few different projects but the machine will act up or I will make a huge mistake and the machine gets put up. Now practice sewing zig-zags along your edge of fabric. Love you the way you present things in simple easy steps. Lois Wade has 45 years of experience in crafts including sewing, crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, drawing, and paper crafts. Refer to your manual for a diagram if you are unsure where the button is located on your machine, as some models may be different. On an electric sewing machine there is usually a button that allows you to sew backwards for a couple of stitches to secure the thread at the start or end of the run. My first project is making an t-shirt with applique numbers on back (like a jersey). WIth curves, you can’t sew as fast……so ease up on that foot pedal. Do you have any tips or how-tos for attic window quilts? I have bought all 7 patterns though I am a complete beginner in sewing. Blind Stitch. =). Powered by. :). My husband bought me a sewing machine a few months ago and I have made a few things, but feel so frustrated with my final product because it’s not “perfect”. My mother recently passed away and I inherited 3 of her sewing machines, but have been too intimidated to use any of them (lots more bells and whistles than the kenmore machine she taught me to sew on!). Now they are electrified so the foot pedal powers the stitching with a motor. Thanks for being so encouraging! I was so EXCITED to read this post because it is exactly what I am looking for! It is also used to embroider lettering. As people mentioned it, I now remember sewing on the paper in high school too. you totally read my mind- i’m way insecure about my wiggly lines and threads hanging out all over the place. I never even thought about trying those fancy stitches on my machine! I am going to go home and start practicing my sewing skills tonight. EVERY tip helps too – so these were great!! Since I get inquiries about learning to sew, I’ve posted a link to your blog. but you’re right, the sense of accomplishment i got from sewing that wonky stocking was intense :). Thanks for the tutorial. (And even after you’re done practicing and you sew your first project, and it looks squiggly, promise me you’ll cherish those imperfect lines and just be so pleased with yourself for making your first sewn item. I’m teaching myself how to sew and this was so helpful! Especially with that machine I think practicing on the lines will be a great help to her. Please help us continue to provide you with our trusted how-to guides and videos for free by whitelisting wikiHow on your ad blocker. -J. I normally fold over, and then sew, but I might try that next time! I think it’ll probably take me a while, but I will show you what I manage to make. thing doesn’t make sense to me, either! The needle should start sewing backwards now. my daughter just got her 1st machine-what a perfect place to start!!! :), Yay! After practicing my lines and curves, I can start on a project I’ve been putting off hand stitching. One thing about classes is they teach you a lot and also motivate you to finish your project. Do you by any chance have one on how to get re-started in the middle of a stitch if you run out of thread or the bobbin get jammed? Hmmmm… that was the last thing that turned out right and I got frustrated and put the machine away. I know this sounds a little too basic, but don’t forget to lower the presser foot. I don’t think she’s ready for that yet. Many thanks! I have been contemplating learning to sew but have been a little reluctant. THANK YOU!!! It’s great to see that there are so many other ppl out there who are just getting started like I am. Maybe it’s not as complex as it seems, but these basics seem to be missing from a lot of places, and your instructions are so understandable. Cotton vs Microfiber: Is Cotton or Microfiber Better? lol We bought this machine for our daughter 7 or 8 years ago because she just had to have one for her birthday because her friend had gotten one for hers. Often, there is a wheel knob on the machine near the base of the... 3. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Backstitch Fabric and Haberdashery online shop. I’m so glad I found your blog through Pinterest, I’ll be coming back when I get my machine for sure! I know there has to be a trick or something to make it easier, but I’ve yet to figure it out. Not, “but, did you see my crooked lines or the bunchy bobbin threads on the back?!”. I need to practice the special stitches on my machine, and I need to learn to sew a curvy shape (on purpose)! I will definitely be using these techniques as I teach my children to sew (and they are great practice for me as well, as I never really mastered curves when I was learning in my youth). Keep up the great journalistic work! Thanks for this tutorial! Now I’ve read this I feel so much more confident and actually excited to get going. I’ve never touched a sewing machine in my life. Thank you! Can I use a decorative thread for back stitch? And if you don’t want to practice on an actual project, grab some scrap fabric and start using your machine. I got a sewing machine for my 11th birthday- I used it for a while, then it’s been sitting around for the last 9 years! Thanks for the great starting tips. To view the next video in this series click: http://www.monkeysee.com/play/2148 This video will show how to sew the back stitch. One more thing, if you think something is too hard to try, then yep, it’ll always be too hard to try. I was intending on getting a basic Singer, but he got me a digital Fashion Mate Singer and I’m a little scared. I have no one to teach me and all the tutorials I have found online don’t seem very beginner to me. While 0.25 in (6.4 mm) is a common length for a single stitch, you can make yours wider or shorter as desired. But here, I just changed the stitch width………see how different each row of zig-zags look? I know this is probably a silly question, but all the sewing tutorials on the web jump right into how you can use the decorative stitching without explaining this. It also says to practice on paper and gives the same sorts of lines to practice with as you did above. For example, back stitches are good for creating a stronger seam. So perfect! And email me, I’ll congratulate you!!!!!). She has been contributing to craft articles on wikiHow since 2007. I have practiced, but can’t figure out how to use the memory for two exact buttonholes and how to use the reverse button when making the buttonholes. (Don't put the fabric and start the sewing machine, which causes too much winding and the sewing machine jams). Not, “but, did you see my crooked lines or the bunchy bobbin threads on the back?!”. my challenge to myself is an attic window quilt make from a panel. Buy on Amazon … Now, take a look at your machine and see what other things it can do. I seriously nearly gave up. I hated my last machine because it was sooo hard to thread so hopefully this one is much simplier. You’re just practicing. When I read this post I immediately posted it t her FB page and then immediately posted it to a crafters page that I belong to. My husband told me I could get a sewing machine if I wanted, but I’ve been too intimidated because every time I sit down at my mom’s machine to try something (not many) I get frustrated and give up. I did get a sewing machine for Christmas, and I just now got back to my RSS feed after all the holiday clean-up. ), but this post reminded me of that great feeling the first time something turns out how you pictured it, and also made me giddy for all the new sewists out there! This technique is especially important for reinforcing the ends of seams. When you should use the Backstitch. :). In embroidery, these stitches form lines and are most often used to outline shapes and to add fine detail to an embroidered picture. Great post! My sewing machine will not pull the fabric thru, (the machine is used, was given to me by a friend), I have to pull the fabric. Another tip is to take a piece of masking/blue painters tape and put it on the 5/8 seam allowance line of your machine to help sew a straight line. I am so happy to have found these! I tried it recently on my first quilt and it looked so bad I had to tear it all up and redo it by hand…which was definitely not fun. It bunches up and just stops sewing all together. Also, how do you back stich a zig zag?? Places where a sewing machine needle can’t reach; Decorative stitching such as outlining appliqué shapes This option is available on many newer electronic sewing machines. Home; Fabric. If you don’t have a machine at all, it may be a bit harder to successfully backstitch, however, that does not mean it isn’t possible. I love your pep talk! Now I’m going to grab some scraps and practice!! My hubby just bought me my first sewing machine for our wedding anniversary (yes romantic I know :/) but I always sew by hand and things take me so long to make. Using a Sewing Machine 1. 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