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Sewing A Self-Welt Pocket Application
Sewing a simple slash pocket application called a self-welt! A self-welt pocket uses a single pocket piece to create both the welt opening, and the fully-functional pocket bag. A complete guide on measuring, cutting, aligning and stitching the single pocket layer - in today's tutorial!
Step-by-step tutorial with pictures: www.doinaalexei.com/self-welt-pocket-using-single-fabric-layer.html
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3 Techniques For Mitering Fabric Corners
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A complete guide on sewing enclosed fabric corners using the mitering method. Learn how to crease the preliminary stitch lines, and correctly align, stitch and finish fabric corners using the existing seam allowance edges, a bias fabric strip, or an exposed binding. A great way to achieve a smooth, well-defined angle with these unique corner-mitering techniques! Step-by-step tutorial with pictu...
Sewing A Centered Zipper Application
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A detailed guide on sewing centered zippers. How to correctly align, pin, hand baste and topstitch perfectly abutted edges and evenly-positioned zipper plackets. In addition, tips and tricks for sewing centered zippers and facilitating their alignment and machine stitching process! Step-by-step tutorial with pictures: www.doinaalexei.com/sewing-a-centered-zipper.html Instagram: do...
Notching/Clipping Seam Allowance For Tension Release
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A complete guide on tension-release notching! How to differentiate between marker notches and tension-release notches, and how you can use triangular-cut and slash notching to release tension and strain in a curved seam or finished edges. In addition, learn how to apply each type of notch, and which technique to use based on type of curved seam and sewing project at hand. Step-by-step tutorial ...
Trimming And Grading Seam Allowance Excess In Dressmaking
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Learn how to handle seam allowance excess and bulk using trimming and grading techniques. How to correctly trim and grade seam allowance as well as how to properly handle enclosed corner seams to achieve a smooth, defined finish- everything you need to know in today’s video tutorial! Step-by-step tutorial with pictures: www.doinaalexei.com/trimming-and-grading-seam-excess.html Instagram: instag...
Sewing 3 Classic Topstitched Seams Used In Dressmaking
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Sewing 3 Classic Topstitched Seams Used In Dressmaking
How To Sew Square/Corner Seams
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How To Sew Square/Corner Seams
Sewing 3 Types Of Corded (Piped) Seams
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Sewing 3 Types Of Corded (Piped) Seams
How To Sew Seams With "Ease"
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How To Sew Seams With "Ease"
Sewing Two Types Of Curved Seams Used In Dressmaking
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Sewing Two Types Of Curved Seams Used In Dressmaking
How To Sew Slot Seams: A Step-By-Step Guide
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How To Sew Slot Seams: A Step-By-Step Guide
Sewing Gathered Seams: A Detailed, Step-By-Step Process
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Sewing Gathered Seams: A Detailed, Step-By-Step Process
Still Scared Of Bias Seams? Check Out This Step-By-Step Tutorial!
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Still Scared Of Bias Seams? Check Out This Step-By-Step Tutorial!
How To Sew A Straight Seam- The Most Detailed Breakdown!
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How To Sew A Straight Seam- The Most Detailed Breakdown!
Basics Of Seams And Seam Allowance In Dressmaking
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Basics Of Seams And Seam Allowance In Dressmaking
How To Sew Regular Single-Pointed Darts
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How To Sew Regular Single-Pointed Darts
Handling Dart Excess/Intake: Bulk And Tension Release Techniques
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Handling Dart Excess/Intake: Bulk And Tension Release Techniques
How To Sew Contour (Double-Pointed) Darts
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How To Sew Contour (Double-Pointed) Darts
Sewing Darts With Decorative/Beaded Fabrics
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Sewing Darts With Decorative/Beaded Fabrics
How To Fold And Pin Darts In Dressmaking
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How To Fold And Pin Darts In Dressmaking
How To Transfer Darts From Pattern To Fabric In Dressmaking
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How To Transfer Darts From Pattern To Fabric In Dressmaking
What Are Darts In Dressmaking And Understanding Dart Components
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What Are Darts In Dressmaking And Understanding Dart Components
How To Make Continuous Bias Binding At Home | Sewing | Dressmaking
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How To Make Continuous Bias Binding At Home | Sewing | Dressmaking
A Complete Guide On Hand Basting: 4 Basting Styles You Should Know In Dressmaking
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A Complete Guide On Hand Basting: 4 Basting Styles You Should Know In Dressmaking
A Complete Guide On Backstitching And How To Use It In Sewing/Dressmaking
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A Complete Guide On Backstitching And How To Use It In Sewing/Dressmaking
What Is Staystitching And How To Use It In The Sewing/Dressmaking Process
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What Is Staystitching And How To Use It In The Sewing/Dressmaking Process
Rotary Cutters Or Fabric Scissors? Which To Use In The Sewing Process
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Rotary Cutters Or Fabric Scissors? Which To Use In The Sewing Process
Transferring Sewing Notches From Pattern To Fabric
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Transferring Sewing Notches From Pattern To Fabric
What Are Sewing Notches And How To Use Them In Dressmaking
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What Are Sewing Notches And How To Use Them In Dressmaking
How To Sew French Darts
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How To Sew French Darts

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @deoara1
    @deoara1 9 днів тому

    What’s the point of basting if you use pins to hold things?

  • @coolsprings6420
    @coolsprings6420 13 днів тому

    Beautiful! That is SO much work

  • @GothMagpie
    @GothMagpie 17 днів тому

    Wow! Amazing work and a stunning couple!!

  • @Penelope_kc
    @Penelope_kc 18 днів тому

    Is there any way we can get the prices of these custom dresses marked in the video? Price range shown on each dress in these vids would help me understand if I should even reach out for a consult 😅

    • @doinaalexei9309
      @doinaalexei9309 17 днів тому

      @@Penelope_kc ☺️ Feel free to reach out anytime with what you have in mind here: www.doinaalexei.com/custom-bridal-and-alterations-price-request.html and I can give you a price range!

  • @jazlax9911
    @jazlax9911 18 днів тому

  • @SewMaryMurphy
    @SewMaryMurphy 19 днів тому

    Off getting married aye. Congratulations ❤🎉

  • @SewMaryMurphy
    @SewMaryMurphy 19 днів тому

    Where have you been, Mrs. Missy???? I have been checking in on and off for a whole year❤😂😂😂 My sewing has improved, and I continued to watch your videos.

  • @pussyteeth
    @pussyteeth 19 днів тому

    The lace wrapping looks phenomenal

  • @makeitdontbreakit
    @makeitdontbreakit 19 днів тому

    So beautiful!

  • @ilonamiguletz1125
    @ilonamiguletz1125 29 днів тому

    Thanks a lot

  • @Everyoneisanartist776
    @Everyoneisanartist776 Місяць тому

    Wow! You have provided information, I haven’t heard on any other channel. I just learned something new today. Thank you 😊

  • @jak1la
    @jak1la Місяць тому

    thank you so much!! you just saved my project😭❤

  • @elizabethw1142
    @elizabethw1142 Місяць тому

    Thank you - that was an awesome video - gives me confidence to try French darts myself 🙂

  • @galaxytrio
    @galaxytrio Місяць тому

    Clear and nicely produced video, Doina.

  • @BritInvLvr
    @BritInvLvr 2 місяці тому

    Egads. Just show how to sew a lapped zipper. All the extra waffling is not necessary. Changed your life, indeed.

  • @tuidraw9955
    @tuidraw9955 3 місяці тому

    Never used bias tape before and ur video was the only one i had to watch before i got it!! Tyy, vry comprehensive :D

  • @TransEstherRadio
    @TransEstherRadio 3 місяці тому

    I don't like that it took 1:30 to get to the meat of the video, but it's good info!

  • @virginialmills
    @virginialmills 3 місяці тому

    What can you use if you do not have an overlocker?

  • @virginialmills
    @virginialmills 3 місяці тому

    The BEST video fuly explaining this process I have ever seen--- and I have watched tons on this!!!!! Thanks!

  • @MaryNkansah-lv5rr
    @MaryNkansah-lv5rr 3 місяці тому

    Please how do we make wedge dart

  • @Hlwstyle
    @Hlwstyle 4 місяці тому

    Do you have video of separating zipper with flap placket?

  • @barefacedquestions
    @barefacedquestions 4 місяці тому

    If the pattern is office printing paper, do you pin it to the fabric? I find the paper very easy to tear when pinning. May be I should have traced the pattern on tissue paper.

  • @jenniferedithfuentes
    @jenniferedithfuentes 4 місяці тому

    What about the raw edges left behind?

  • @disappearer.
    @disappearer. 6 місяців тому

    what about the inside? the zipper flaps are exposed

  • @reetle4440
    @reetle4440 6 місяців тому

    please turn down the music. It is terribly distracting. Sorry- I really want to watch this but I can't.

  • @CynthiaB1203
    @CynthiaB1203 6 місяців тому

    Very helpful and timely that I found your video today. Because today I want to finish the seams on a quilted jacket. Since there is batting in between layers, I’m sure the bias binding will be a neat finish to the seams. Great video, thank you!

  • @kburdy
    @kburdy 7 місяців тому

    Thanks so much!!

  • @gretelrodriguez1842
    @gretelrodriguez1842 7 місяців тому

    Thank you so much for making this! Crazy how little informative videos there are on this topic on UA-cam but your video is awesome

  • @ree8698
    @ree8698 8 місяців тому

    Cant believe you explain how to do this in one minute and its very easy ro understand. Youre such a god send 😂 Thank you very muach

  • @flatharry
    @flatharry 9 місяців тому

    Useful video thank you - but the backing music distracts - it's way too loud!

  • @gml1262
    @gml1262 9 місяців тому

    Thank you for this! I have watched so many tutorials and this one was the best. You explained it so well and gave so much detail. Thanks you!

  • @marikunastudio
    @marikunastudio 10 місяців тому

    I've been searching everywhere how to make an invisible mitered corner with a bias facing (your method #2) and I could only find method #3: thank you so much for the super clear explanation - can't wait to try it out!

  • @rubylpz94
    @rubylpz94 10 місяців тому

    Thank you I didn’t know how to do this but now I do thanks again u saved my project!!

  • @nathaliemaullin6590
    @nathaliemaullin6590 10 місяців тому

    Found the music and intermittent images distracting.

  • @cynthiaphillips8281
    @cynthiaphillips8281 11 місяців тому

    Simply explained

  • @cynthiaphillips8281
    @cynthiaphillips8281 11 місяців тому

    Loved it!

  • @irishflutegirl9022
    @irishflutegirl9022 11 місяців тому

    No need for hand basting.

  • @LizPhillips801
    @LizPhillips801 Рік тому

    So many videos I've seen so far about using sequined fabric advise to "keep it simple," and "don't try any complex design elements like darts." Thank you for showing me it's possible!

  • @sandrasandy5128
    @sandrasandy5128 Рік тому

    7/8/23 Please do videos on understitching a facing and collar. How do you sew straight without a guide? How do you measure the sewing distance. I like your videos they are straight to the point. Please do a video and sew a classic pussy bow blouse.

  • @CreaTiffaty
    @CreaTiffaty Рік тому

    What type of fabric are using?

  • @rosac8168
    @rosac8168 Рік тому

    Thank you, do you have one for placing on pants pattern im getting different measurements from top to bottom 🤔

  • @bethmatthews3020
    @bethmatthews3020 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for this video!

  • @abhishekvirmani4387
    @abhishekvirmani4387 Рік тому

    Hi Doina, I am a design student here in India, this video helped me a lot in my research to understand nerve knots formed because of repeated use of fabric scissors in professionals. If possible can we connect over a short video call? i would love to take your insights on this topic

  • @roslynsmith5836
    @roslynsmith5836 Рік тому

    worked perfectly. thank you

  • @luannemarek8117
    @luannemarek8117 Рік тому

    Your explanations and videos are very tasteful and informative. Thank you for your dressmaking tips and tools too!

  • @SewMaryMurphy
    @SewMaryMurphy Рік тому

    I love how you gear your videos to use beginner sewest, but jam pack them with a level of knowledge, skills, and techniques that a home sewest of every level can learn from and grow toward.

  • @madalynkatie6965
    @madalynkatie6965 Рік тому

    P R O M O S M

  • @SewMaryMurphy
    @SewMaryMurphy Рік тому

    I love your videos. You have such a high skill set

  • @mollyis_filming
    @mollyis_filming Рік тому

    great tutorial, helped me out so much!