Uploaded October 2020 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago

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Want to learn how to sew? This video walks you through all the steps of how to sew on your sewing machine. Learn how to thread your machine, cut your fabric, pin your fabric, and sew! Learn to sew a simple napkin in this video. Perfect beginner's sewing project.

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This is an affiliate link - meaning I get a small commission at no charge to you if you decide to purchase this machine: Want the sewing machine I've got here? Head to: amzn.to/3sZz063 .
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Links to the materials & supplies used in the video*:
My pressing/ironing mat tidd.ly/3Vd3RtH

My rotary cutter (same brand): tidd.ly/3EZ7HQq

My self-healing mat: tidd.ly/3VKgs7Y

Beginner sewing kit: tidd.ly/3UtxK8o

Organic cotton fabrics like the ones I use: tidd.ly/3VkJRWx

Sustainable cord/twine/rope: tidd.ly/3UmEaGf

Where I get my organic cotton No Trace tags: tidd.ly/3Ffa9DL

Organic cotton thread, elastic & more sustainable notions: tidd.ly/3VKAz5H

My rotary cutter (same brand): tidd.ly/3EZ7HQq

My self-healing mat: tidd.ly/3VKgs7Y

*These are affiliate links, which means if you purchase this I'll receive a small commission.* .
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If you’d rather shop on Amazon, check out these links*:
Wool ironing mat: amzn.to/3VCML9a
Rotary cutter: amzn.to/3FrCjdV
Cutting mat: amzn.to/3VX9IDS
My sewing machine: amzn.to/3F5Y2HR
My favorite sewing machine for beginners: amzn.to/3VBN445
*These are affiliate links, which means if you purchase this I'll receive a small commission.*