SeamworkYou can totally sew knit fabrics on a regular sewing machine! Don't let not owning a serger hold you back from sewing up comfy knit garments.
In this video you’ll learn: * How to set up your machine to sew knits (00:20) * Three options for seaming knit garments (01:26) * Three options for hemming knit garments (02:50) * Plus some quick tips (04:00)
ABOUT US: Hi, we're the folks behind Seamwork, a fun community that supports people (like us) who want to sew their own wardrobes. You can join us and get access to over 100 patterns, tools to help you plan your own wardrobe, lots of ideas in our monthly online magazine, and over 10,000 other sewists to nerd out with in our private community forum.
No Serger, No Problem! Find Out How to Sew Knits on Your Sewing MachineSeamwork2020-09-16 | You can totally sew knit fabrics on a regular sewing machine! Don't let not owning a serger hold you back from sewing up comfy knit garments.
In this video you’ll learn: * How to set up your machine to sew knits (00:20) * Three options for seaming knit garments (01:26) * Three options for hemming knit garments (02:50) * Plus some quick tips (04:00)
ABOUT US: Hi, we're the folks behind Seamwork, a fun community that supports people (like us) who want to sew their own wardrobes. You can join us and get access to over 100 patterns, tools to help you plan your own wardrobe, lots of ideas in our monthly online magazine, and over 10,000 other sewists to nerd out with in our private community forum.
Today, I’m walking you through my backyard sewing shed, 1 year after I moved in! Was building this backyard “she shed” just for sewing really worth it? I’ll share how I honestly feel about it, the changes I’ve made, the things I’d do differently, and what I want to do from here.
Come along on this tour, and get ideas for your own sewing space, no matter how big or small!
*ABOUT US:* I’m Sarai, the founder of Seamwork, the community that helps you grow your sewing skills. Follow along as I create my dream wardrobe piece by piece – and reveal the best tips, tools, and techniques along the way. No matter what your skill level right now, I’ll show you that you can sew anything.
*SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL:* ▶️ youtube.com/c/seamworkvideoMessy cone threads? All you need is a box cutter! Here’s a way to keep your cone threads organized.Seamwork2024-10-15 | Messy cone threads?
📦 All you need is a box cutter! Use the box cutter to cut a small notch at the top of your cone thread. This notch will help you anchor the tail of the thread when you’re done using it.
🥳 This is a simple, but effective way of keeping your cone thread tidy and organized.
What do you do to keep your thread cones organized?
#sewing #sewingtips #sewingprojects #seamwork #sewinghacks #sewingtutorial #sewingtricksFall Color CombosSeamwork2024-10-14 | 🍂 These are my 5 FAVORITE classic color combos for Fall. 🍂
1. Olive + Cream 2. Wine + Red 3. Brown + Light Gray 4. Camel + Red 5. Navy + Brown
Which is your favorite?
#sewing #style #sewingtips #sewingprojects #sewingtipsNever do this! Don’t throw sharp sewing needles in the trash.Seamwork2024-10-10 | 🛑 Never do this! 🛑
Don’t throw sharp sewing needles in the trash. Here are 3 ideas for safely disposing of sharps.
🗑️ Use your old needle packets and place well-used needles in the.
🗑️ Use masking tape to wrap sharps up in.
🗑️ Use old pill bottles to collect sharps in and then dispose.
What do you do with your sharp sewing supplies when you’re done with them?
#sewingtips #sewing #sewingprojects #sewinghacks #sewingtutorial5 Color Combinations To Sew This FallSeamwork2024-10-09 | Once you have your color palette chosen for fall, all you need are a few outfit formulas to create with it! Check out this video on 5 formulas you can sew this fall: youtu.be/_Kj-fjmDvJ8?si=lHsgD4UxYkzSoq9f
In today’s video, I walk through some of my favorite color palettes for fall that always look chic (without being boring). Take these and tweak them to create a fall palette that works for you. I also share tons of fabric ideas to help you create your new favorite fall outfits.
Video Chapters 00:00 - Intro 00:26 - Color Combo 1: Olive & Cream 02:49 - Color Combo 2: Wine & Red 04:35 - Color Combo 3: Brown & Light Gray 06:02 - Color Combo 4: Camel & Red 07:18 - Color Combo 5: Navy & Brown
*ABOUT US:* I’m Sarai, the founder of Seamwork, the community that helps you grow your sewing skills. Follow along as I create my dream wardrobe piece by piece – and reveal the best tips, tools, and techniques along the way. No matter what your skill level right now, I’ll show you that you can sew anything.
*SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL:* ▶️ youtube.com/c/seamworkvideoDon’t burn your fingers! Here’s a trick for pressing hems.Seamwork2024-10-09 | 🔥Hate burning your fingers when pressing your narrow hems? Here’s a tip! 🔥
Use a tracing wheel to score your hems. You can use it to turn under a narrow edge while pressing without burning your fingers.
What unexpected ways have you used a tracing wheel? Tell me in the comments!
#sewingtips #sewing #sewingtutorial #sewingprojectsMeet the Greer DressSeamwork2024-10-08 | The #seamworkgreer is a statement all on it’s own. It’s a super comfy but impactful outfit! What would you make your Greer out of?
Janiah is wearing a cream rib knit from @millendstorepdx and Crosby is a light blue jersey from @boltfabricpdx 😍
✂️ Pattern details and model sizing info on our website
✂️ Sized 32”/24”/34” (81/61/86 cm) through 60”/53”/64” (152/134/162 cm)
✂️ Projector files available!
#sewingtips #sewing #fashion #sewingtutorial10 DIY CostumesSeamwork2024-10-07 | Try using these Seamwork patterns to make a quick, creative and fun costume plan! All you need is a weekend 👻
🎃 Do you have any Halloween costume plans?Seamwork Greer: Member Bonus!Seamwork2024-10-04 | Don’t have enough time or fabric to sew the full #seamworkgreer? Try the member bonus! It converts Greer into a sleek skirt with hidden elastic waistband.What happens if you use coffee filters as stabilizer?Seamwork2024-10-03 | Can coffee filters help you make perfect buttonholes on slinky, drapey fabric? I think so!
If you don’t have any stabilizer on hand, I like to use a coffee filter because it can easily tear away when you’re done sewing.
This trick also works as great stabilizer for embroidery.
#sewingtips #seamwork #sewingtutorial #sewing #sewinghacks #sewingprojects10 Easy Halloween Costumes You Can Sew in OctoberSeamwork2024-10-02 | Looking for more easy projects to sew this fall? Watch this video next, with 10 ideas for patterns you can sew in a day: youtube.com/watch?v=-HMt03nbAos
It’s nearly Halloween, and that means it’s time to sew something spooky! It’s a chance to dust off your machine if you haven’t been using it lately, and make something just for fun. But if you’re worried about time, or you haven’t sewn in a while, you need ideas that are quick and easy. Here are 10 ideas for costumes to sew this year, even if you’re a beginner.
I'm wearing the Lito dress in a fun Halloween print!
‼️ YouTube subscribers get a 50% off LIFETIME discount when you join at: seamwork.com/go/youtube50 ‼️
🛍️ FABRIC DEALS 🛍️ Seamwork members save up to 20% at fabric shops worldwide: seamwork.com/deals
FREE DOWNLOADS 🔗 Download FREE patterns: seamwork.com/catalog/free 🔗 Use this fitting journal to sew clothes that fit your body: https://promo.seamwork.com/free-fit-j... 🔗 Stay organized with this sewing planner: promo.seamwork.com/free-planner 🔗 Set up a sewing space that makes you feel relaxed and creative: https://promo.seamwork.com/sewing-spa...
ABOUT US: I’m Sarai, the founder of Seamwork, the community that helps you grow your sewing skills. Follow along as I create my dream wardrobe piece by piece – and reveal the best tips, tools, and techniques along the way. No matter what your skill level right now, I’ll show you that you can sew anything.
SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL: ▶️ / seamworkvideoI’m a Sewist. Of Course I…Seamwork2024-10-02 | 🪡 I’m a sewist 🧵, of course I hopped on this trend! What other obvious things do you do as a sewist? Tell me in the comments below!
#sewingtips #seamwork #sewingtutorial #sewing #sewinghacks #sewingprojects5 Fall Outfit Formulas to Sew Right NowSeamwork2024-09-30 | Get ready for fall sewing with 5 outfit formulas you can make and wear on repeat! Once you have a few outfit formulas that work for you, you’ll be on your way to making exactly the wardrobe you want.
💫Which formula is your favorite? 💫
- Statement jeans, knit top, and a car coat - Flowy skirt combo - Effortless jumpsuit - Layered Menswear - Cozy dress and a long coat
#sewingtips #seamwork #sewingtutorial #sewing #sewinghacks #sewingprojects #falloutfits #falloutfitI found the perfect tool for marking buttons!Seamwork2024-09-26 | What even IS this thing? 📏 It might look like something you could maybe make music with, but it’s actually an expanding sewing gauge.
I like to use an expanding sewing gauge when marking buttons on a project, but it’s also a great tool to use for even pleats.
In this video, we’re getting ready for fall sewing with 5 outfit formulas you can make and wear on repeat. Once you have a few outfit formulas that work for you, you’ll be on your way to making exactly the wardrobe you want.
Video Chapters 00:36 - Statement jeans, knit top, and a car coat 04:57 - Midi skirt combo 07:17 - Effortless jumpsuit 08:40 - Layered Menswear 11:32: Cozy dress and a long coat
‼️ YouTube subscribers get a 50% off LIFETIME discount when you join at: seamwork.com/go/youtube50 ‼️
🛍️ FABRIC DEALS 🛍️ Seamwork members save up to 20% at fabric shops worldwide: seamwork.com/deals
FREE DOWNLOADS 🔗 Download FREE patterns: seamwork.com/catalog/free 🔗 Use this fitting journal to sew clothes that fit your body: https://promo.seamwork.com/free-fit-j... 🔗 Stay organized with this sewing planner: promo.seamwork.com/free-planner 🔗 Set up a sewing space that makes you feel relaxed and creative: https://promo.seamwork.com/sewing-spa...
ABOUT US: I’m Sarai, the founder of Seamwork, the community that helps you grow your sewing skills. Follow along as I create my dream wardrobe piece by piece – and reveal the best tips, tools, and techniques along the way. No matter what your skill level right now, I’ll show you that you can sew anything.
GET TIPS AND FREE PATTERNS BY EMAIL: 📥 FREE! Join Snippets: getsnippets.com
SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL: ▶️ / seamworkvideoElastic getting stuck in its casing? Here’s a tip to insert elastic easily.Seamwork2024-09-24 | One of THE MOST aggravating things when inserting elastic into a casing is when it gets stuck on a bulky seam.
My favorite tip to making sure this doesn’t happen is to make sure to use a small piece of interfacing on your seam allowances to help them lay flat. This way it’s easy and smooth gliding!
#sewingtips #sewingtutorial #sewingtutorial #sewing #sewinghacksIf you want to sew perfect buttonholes, use this tool.Seamwork2024-09-23 | Have you ever used a buttonhole chisel?
It’s such a great tool to have on hand when you have a lot of buttonholes to open. It’s an easy two step routine and it keeps fraying to a minimum.
#sewingtips #sewingtutorial #seamwork #sewingThis tool will cut your cutting time in half.Seamwork2024-09-20 | Cut your paper patterns cutting time in half (pun intended 😜). Use one rotary cutter for paper and another for fabric. This will help you save time, keep wrist and hand pain at bay, and have less paper scraps to deal with.
Give it a try!
#seamwork #sewingtutorial #sewingtips #sewingMeet the Meadow BlouseSeamwork2024-09-19 | Looking to add a touch of whimsy to your fall wardrobe? The #seamworkmeadow is a great option, especially if you love ruffles.
It’s designed with a straight fit and the high round neckline ruffle frames the face and adds a sophisticated detail.
Pair it with your favorite jeans, sleek skirt or layer it under a pinafore.
Sarah is wearing Striped Double Gauze from @boltfabricpdx and Morgan is wearing Sheer Ivory Check from @merchantandmills 😍
✂️ Pattern details and model sizing info on our website
✂️ Sized 32”/24”/34” (81/61/86 cm) through 60”/53”/64” (152/134/162 cm)
✂️ Projector files available!
#seamwork #sewingtutorial #sewingtips #sewingButtonhole Sewing Secrets Every Beginner Should Learn (COMPLETE GUIDE)Seamwork2024-09-18 | Need even MORE buttonhole support? Check out our video all about sewing tricky buttonholes, including using buttonhole gimp: youtube.com/watch?v=0_52XLz8Gws&t=563s
In today's video, I'll share all the secrets you need to know to sew perfect buttonholes from start to finish. This is your complete guide to buttonholes.
‼️ YouTube subscribers get a 50% off LIFETIME discount when you join at: seamwork.com/go/youtube50 ‼️
🛍️ FABRIC DEALS 🛍️ Seamwork members save up to 20% at fabric shops worldwide: seamwork.com/deals
FREE DOWNLOADS 🔗 Download FREE patterns: seamwork.com/catalog/free 🔗 Use this fitting journal to sew clothes that fit your body: https://promo.seamwork.com/free-fit-j... 🔗 Stay organized with this sewing planner: promo.seamwork.com/free-planner 🔗 Set up a sewing space that makes you feel relaxed and creative: https://promo.seamwork.com/sewing-spa...
ABOUT US: I’m Sarai, the founder of Seamwork, the community that helps you grow your sewing skills. Follow along as I create my dream wardrobe piece by piece – and reveal the best tips, tools, and techniques along the way. No matter what your skill level right now, I’ll show you that you can sew anything.
SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL: ▶️ / seamworkvideoThe easiest way to transfer bust dartsSeamwork2024-09-12 | 🖊️ Transferring darts from the pattern to your fabric can get a little tricky! 😅
Here’s my favorite way of how to do it seamlessly.
Video Chapters 00:30 - Fabric shopping 00:59 - What is rayon? 01:46 - Rayon challis 02:31 - Viscose 03:15 - Cupro 03:36 - Lyocell 03:54 - Modal 05:22 - How to treat rayon 06:05 - Working with rayon 09:08 - Rayon projects
‼️ YouTube subscribers get a 50% off LIFETIME discount when you join at: seamwork.com/go/youtube50 ‼️
🛍️ FABRIC DEALS 🛍️ Seamwork members save up to 20% at fabric shops worldwide: seamwork.com/deals
FREE DOWNLOADS 🔗 Download FREE patterns: seamwork.com/catalog/free 🔗 Use this fitting journal to sew clothes that fit your body: https://promo.seamwork.com/free-fit-j... 🔗 Stay organized with this sewing planner: promo.seamwork.com/free-planner 🔗 Set up a sewing space that makes you feel relaxed and creative: https://promo.seamwork.com/sewing-spa...
ABOUT US: I’m Sarai, the founder of Seamwork, the community that helps you grow your sewing skills. Follow along as I create my dream wardrobe piece by piece – and reveal the best tips, tools, and techniques along the way. No matter what your skill level right now, I’ll show you that you can sew anything.
SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL: ▶️ / seamworkvideoTry this! Here’s why I always have masking tape in my sewing room.Seamwork2024-09-11 | Masking tape is great tool to keep around while sewing. I especially like it to easily label things on my projects. Here are three places I like to use it:
- Mark the wrong or right sides of the fabric when they look similar. - Label your pattern pieces once they are cut out of your fabric - Label the right and left sides of pants, tops and sleeves.
Have you ever tried using masking tape in your sewing?
#shorts #clothingstyle #sewingtutorial #sewclothes #sewing #sewingtipsHere are 4 different kinds of rayon you will want in your stash.Seamwork2024-09-09 | I love rayon. It makes any project feel instantly luxurious. Which makes it a wonderful everyday substitute for silk. What are some of your favorite types of rayon? These are 4 kinds of rayon I always look out for and like to have in my stash.
1️⃣ Rayon Challis: It’s soft, drapey, and comfortable. And it doesn’t wrinkle too much.
2️⃣ Viscose: Viscose has a texture that’s a little more silky so it’s a great silk substitute.
3️⃣ Lyocell: It’s often woven into a twill, which makes it great if you want a little bit of texture.
4️⃣Rayon Knit: Great for drapey and comfortable projects. The Bamboo are especially soft.
#seamwork #sewingtutorial #sewing #sewingtipsMost people use their tailor’s ham wrong. Here’s the right way to do it.Seamwork2024-09-06 | Fun Fact Friday!
Are you using your tailor’s ham the right way?
- A tailor's ham is made from wool and cotton canvas. - The wool size is designed for pressing woolens, synthetic blends, and fabrics requiring low to medium temperatures. - And the cotton canvas side should be used for pressing cotton, linen, and fabrics requiring medium to high temperatures.
#seamwork #sewing #sewingtipsMeet the Sage BlouseSeamwork2024-09-05 | September is here and that means Autumn is in the air in the northern hemisphere. The #seamworksage is the perfect top for fall weather. I planning to sew one up in a washed cotton. What fabric are you going to use?
#seamwork #sewingtutorial #sewinghacks #sewing #sewingprojectsAvoid these mistakes! 5 tips for sewing with gauze.Seamwork2024-09-04 | Gauze is a great fabric to sew garments in, but it can also be tricky, here are 5 things to watch out for and what to do instead.
🚫Pressing too hard .
✅ Use light pressure to let the texture shine.
🚫Using Gauze as bias tape .
✅ Use a more stable tightly woven fabric as your bias tape.
🚫Clipping notches.
✅ Use your favorite marking tool to mark your notches.
🚫Not staystitching.
✅ ALWAYS staystitch curves when sewing with gauze.
🚫Not properly finishing your seams.
✅ Flat felled or French seams are a great finishing technique!
What tips do you have when it comes to sewing with gauze?
#seamwork #sewing #sewinghacks #sewingtipsI’m Sewing My Dream Wardrobe. You Can Too.Seamwork2024-08-28 | I'm challenging myself to create a wardrobe that's 80% sewn by my own hands. Follow along as I share tools and techniques to help you sew your dream wardrobe too.
*ABOUT US:* I’m Sarai, the founder of Seamwork, the community that helps you grow your sewing skills. Follow along as I create my dream wardrobe piece by piece – and reveal the best tips, tools, and techniques along the way. No matter what your skill level right now, I’ll show you that you can sew anything.
*SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL:* ▶️ youtube.com/c/seamworkvideoUsing a hammer to sew denim? Here’s a weird tool to help your seams lay flat.Seamwork2024-08-28 | 💥 Secret sewing weapon! 🔨 Do you have a hammer in your sewing kit?
I was just sewing the #seamworkbrookes skirt, and the denim seams were so bulky, it was hard to press them flat. So, I grabbed a mallet and smacked it flat.
🔨 Press your seam or hit it with a bunch of steam
🔨 Hit the seam with a hammer several times
🔨 Give it one more press, and look how flat it is!
PS: If you’re using metal hardware, it’s best not to use an actual hammer. A softer mallet will do the trick. Also, make sure you’re doing this on a hard surface.
Do you have any secret sewing weapons to share?
#seamwork #sewingtips #sewingtutorial #sewingtipsandtricks10 Sewing Tools You Can Find At the Hardware Store (For Really Cheap…)Seamwork2024-08-26 | Looking for even MORE affordable tools for your sewing room? I took a trip to the hardware store and found some very useful (and cheaper!) tools and supplies.
Curious to learn why these hidden gems could work for your sewing projects? Comment SUPPLIES and I’ll send you the link to hear all about these ideas.
#seamwork #sewingtips #sewingI learned the best way to sew jean buttons…Seamwork2024-08-22 | 👖This is my favorite method for sewing jeans buttons 🔨
✂️ Use a hammer to flatten out your waistband after you press it
✂️ Apply some wash-away stabilizer to the wrong side to make it easier to sew
✂️ Sew a buttonhole (use topstitching thread if you want!)
✂️ Apply fray check before you cut the buttonhole open
✂️ Mark the exact spot you watch your button on the other side of the waistband
✂️ Use an awl to make a starter hole
✂️ Get your jeans button, and poke the back side through your fabric
✂️ Put the cap over the top and hammer it in place (hammer from the bottom of the button)
These jean buttons look great on waistbands and plackets.
In today’s video, I share my trip to the hardware store and all the useful (and often cheaper!) sewing tools and supplies I picked up there. You’ll discover some hidden gems that cost very little money, often far less than you’d pay at a craft or fabric store.
ABOUT US: I’m Sarai, the founder of Seamwork, the community that helps you grow your sewing skills. Follow along as I create my dream wardrobe piece by piece – and reveal the best tips, tools, and techniques along the way. No matter what your skill level right now, I’ll show you that you can sew anything.
SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL: ▶️ / seamworkvideoNo more thread nests! How to prevent your thread from tangling in your sewing machine.Seamwork2024-08-20 | 👋 Raise your hand if you hate thread nests! I know I do.
Do you know why your thread sometimes nests when you start sewing? A lot of people don’t know what causes this. There are a bunch of reasons, and here are 6 of the most common ones!
🪺 You overwound your bobbin
🪺 You’re using the wrong bobbin (buy one for your particular machine)
🪺 Your bobbin thread tail got sucked underneath (be sure to hold onto it!)
🪺 Your bobbin thread tail STILL gets sucked underneath (use a “thread bunny” to jump from a scrap of fabric to your main fabric)
🪺 You missed the take-up lever when threading your machine
🪺 You forgot to put you presser foot down when you started sewing
Do you know any other reasons why your thread nests? Comment and share your tips!
#seamwork #sewingtips #sewinstyle #sewingtutorialPro Patternmaker Reacts to Common Fitting MythsSeamwork2024-08-19 | Our professional patternmaker, Robin, is a special guest on this podcast episode. Robin's been patternmaking with us at Seamwork for more than 7 years. Prior to that, she worked in the ready-to-wear apparel industry as a pattern maker with companies like Patagonia, Ugg, and Hanna Anderson.
And today, she's here to bust 5 common fitting myths.
Did you know that the Seamwork Radio Podcast has it's own YouTube channel? Follow here to listen to the archives and get new episodes each week! youtube.com/@SeamworkRadio-k9b
*ABOUT US:* I'm Sarai, the founder of Seamwork, and I want to help you sew clothing you'll love to wear. Along with our designer Haley, I create videos to help you design your wardrobe, pick the right fabric, master new skills, and increase your confidence – so you can sew anything you want.
*SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL:* ▶️ youtube.com/c/seamworkvideo10 Easy Sewing Patterns You Can Make in One DaySeamwork2024-08-19 | Need a quick win? I found 10 patterns you can sew in ONE DAY ⏰
I looked through our catalog of 200+ patterns, and pulled 10 that I’ve made. They are all quick, satisfying, and you can make them in a whole bunch of fabrics, so you’re sure to have something in your stash already.
Which one would you make first?
#seamworkjoss #seamworkcallen #seamworkash #seamworkfifer #seamworklenny #seamworkgoldie #seamworkmadhu #seamworkorlando #seamworkhansie #seamworkbenningPattern Hack! How to hack a square neckline on a topSeamwork2024-08-16 | I’ve gotten so many emails asking about this top! Yes, it’s a Seamwork pattern, but it’s a quick, easy #patternhack.
Here’s how to turn the #seamworkkristin top into a square neck tank.10 denim projects to sew! Use up all the denim in your stash.Seamwork2024-08-15 | Looking to use up the denim in your stash? Here are 10 denim projects I pulled to sew.
Which one is your favorite?
#seamworkmercer #seamworktessa #seamworkweston #seamworkeaston #seamworkbryn #seamworkaudrey #seamworkleonora #seamworkbrookes #seamworkmina #seamworkveronica #seamworkjenna10 Easy Patterns You Can Sew in a Day (+ Free Patterns!)Seamwork2024-08-14 | In today’s video, I’m sharing 10 easy sewing projects that you can make in a single day. These patterns are the perfect choice for beginners, but they’re also great for anyone who just wants a quick win. These fast projects can be so satisfying and really keep you motivated to sew. Let me know which is your favorite!
If you want to see more of what I’m making on my journey to a me-made wardrobe, check out my video on everything I sewed in 2023: youtube.com/watch?v=lxzuT1PijO0&t=1167s
*ABOUT US:* I’m Sarai, the founder of Seamwork, the community that helps you grow your sewing skills. Follow along as I create my dream wardrobe piece by piece – and reveal the best tips, tools, and techniques along the way. No matter what your skill level right now, I’ll show you that you can sew anything.
*SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL:* ▶️ youtube.com/c/seamworkvideoHow to avoid ripped buttonholes! 3 tricks for cutting open buttonholes.Seamwork2024-08-14 | Ever done this?? 😡 Here are 3 tricks for no more ripped buttonholes!
I’ve cut through a buttonhole or two before. If you use a seam ripper to open your buttonholes, it’s easy to rip a little too far!
🧵 Use fray check before cutting it open
🧵 Place a pin at each end to stop you from ripping too far (make those pins red if you can!)
🧵 Start at one end and rip to the middle, move to the other end and rip to the middle again
Got any other tricks to share?Avoid These Mistakes! 5 Tips for Sewing With RayonSeamwork2024-08-13 | Here are 5 super common mistakes you might be making with rayon.
1. Cutting with shears. Rayon is slippery, so use a rotary cutter instead ✂️
2. Using high heat to iron. it can leave a shiny imprint on your fabric. Use medium heat and a press cloth 🔥
3. Forgetting to staystitch. Rayon stretches easily, especially around curves, like necklines and armholes 🙆♀️
4. Using an old needle, which can snag. 70/10 is a good size for rayon. You can even use Microtex or Sharp needles 💔
5. Hemming right away. Hang your rayon project overnight first so it can finish growing and stretching. You might need to trim it before hemming ⏰5 Genius Ways to Store Your Fabric!Seamwork2024-08-12 | My fabric stash has gotten Ab. So. Lutely. Bonkers 🫣 How is your fabric stash looking these days?Meet the Brookes SkirtSeamwork2024-08-08 | We just got our first taste of autumn air here, which is really getting me excited about making the #seamworkbrookes skirt. It’s such a fall classic!
🍁 Layer it with tights if the weather is chilly 🍁 Wear it with sandals and a short-sleeve blouse if it’s warmer 🍁 It looks so cute with chunky cropped cardigans 🍁 Sew it up in a classic denim or, for the ultimate fall look, make it in corduroy
Maya is wearing Brookes paired with the #seamworkloretta top and Iman is wearing Brookes with the #seamworkclark tank top.5 Genius Ideas For Organizing Your Fabric StashSeamwork2024-08-07 | In today's video, I'm sharing 5 genius ideas for storing your fabric. My fabric stash has gotten totally out of control, and I need easy ideas for storing all my fabric NOW. I’ll show you which ideas worked for me, and which ones kinda sucked. Like seeing sewing room organization? Check out this tour of my sewing shed: youtube.com/watch?v=mhqThBCfbiY
*ABOUT US:*Meet the West TopSeamwork2024-08-05 | Camp shirts are trending 🏕 But have they really ever gone out of style?
I love that the #seamworkwest top takes on a more feminine version of your regular button-up camp shirt. It’s a versatile pattern to dress up or down.
Here are the details:
🏕 Relaxed, oversized fit with chic details 🏕 The yoke has delicate gathers at the center back and front shoulders 🏕 Cut-on sleeves are easy to sew 🏕 The notch collar will build your skills 🏕 It has two front patch pockets, which you can skip if you want to…but why would you ever skip pockets?
#sewingtutorial #seamwork #sewingtipsHow to avoid ruining your collar when sewingSeamwork2024-08-02 | Ever had your collar fray? 👔 It’s so easy to tear through those corners when you sew a collar. Here’s the way to make the perfect point with no fraying.
✂️ After you stitch a point, stitch another row at the corner, just inside the first. ✂️ This will help keep the point from fraying. ✂️ Clip the extra fabric close to the stitching. ✂️ Apply a little fray check for good measure. ✂️ Use a point turner, which is firm but won’t damage your fabric or poke through.
Now your collar should definitely last! #seamworksnippets #sewingtipsWhat’s the deal with this needle? How to sew a hemstitch.Seamwork2024-07-29 | What even IS this needle? 🪡 It might look funny, but this hemstitch (or wing) needle is one of my favorites. It punches little holes in your fabric to create delicate, vintage-inspired hemstitching.
I used a hemstitch needle to sew these daisy stitches on my new #seamworkbaker dress that I hacked into a top. Doesn’t it make the garment feel so special?
I’ll show you how to use a hemstitch needle. All you need is the needle, a decorative stitch, some tear-away stabilizer, and 60-wt cotton thread.How to sew a French DartSeamwork2024-07-25 | Have you ever sewn a French dart? 🪡
If not, here’s a quick tutorial!
1. Fold the dart right sides together with raw edges aligned. Pin in place. 2. Starting from the raw edge of the side seam, stitch at 5/8”, tapering to zero at the dart tip. 3. Leave long thread tails and do not backstitch. Instead, tie the thread tails together to secure your dart 4. Finish the seam allowances of the dart however you’d like. You can serge them together, use a zigzag stitch, or use pinking shears. Since it’s cut on the bias, it won’t fray much. 5. Press the dart downwards. A tailor’s ham helps with this. And you’re done! You have a beautiful French dart
PS: This is the #seamworkash slip dress, which features pretty French darts.
#shorts #seamwork #sewingtutorial #sewing #sewinghacksI Tested 4 Tricks to Sew Spaghetti Straps! Which will win?Seamwork2024-07-24 | In today's video, I'm sharing 4 stress-free techniques to turn your spaghetti straps with no fuss. I test all 4 techniques to see which is the fastest and which feels the easiest. The results surprised me! Like seeing different methods tested? Check out this SEWdown on the best way to sew darts next: youtube.com/watch?v=Uhq1UewIcCQ&t=27s
*ABOUT US:* I’m Sarai, the founder of Seamwork, the community that helps you grow your sewing skills. Follow along as I create my dream wardrobe piece by piece – and reveal the best tips, tools, and techniques along the way. No matter what your skill level right now, I’ll show you that you can sew anything.
*SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL:* ▶️ youtube.com/c/seamworkvideoSewing Secret! Use a Straw to Turn Spaghetti Straps.Seamwork2024-07-24 | 🎀 How to turn a spaghetti strap with a straw! 🎀
Here’s a really cool tip for turning a spaghetti strap more easily:
Use a straw!
1️⃣ Sew your tube of fabric, leaving a very long thread tail at the end. Thread this tail onto a hand sewing needle. 2️⃣ Drop the needle into the fabric tube, eye end first. Work the needle to the other side. 3️⃣ Then grab a compostable straw or a metal one. Drop the needle into the drinking straw and insert the straw into the tube. 4️⃣ Work the straw almost to the other end. Pull the thread tail, so that the end folds into the center of the straw. Pull gently. The straw will prevent your fabric from bunching up at the end.
🎥 For 3 more ways to easily sew and turn spaghetti straps, check out my video on YouTube. I’ll show you how to use a bobby pin or cording, and one trick that means you don’t have to turn it at all.
#shorts #sewinghacks #sewingtips #sewingtutorial #sewingHow to turn Gathers into TucksSeamwork2024-07-18 | Gathers or tucks? Here’s how I turned these simple gathers into delicate tucks. You can find this detail on my #seamworkbaker dress, which I hacked into a top!
✂️ Start with a pattern piece that’s meant to be gathered and measure it ✂️ Figure out how much fullness to remove and remove it ✂️ Divide that by the number of tucks you want ✂️ Decide how far apart you want to place the tucks ✂️ Mark them in alternating colors—it’s so much easier to see where each tuck goes ✂️ Stitch them together and press flat