How to Sew for Beginners // How to use a Sewing Machine // Sew an Easy Tote Bag // SEW WITH ME

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  • @alicia379
    @alicia379 3 роки тому +422

    For those of you learning: there’s actually(probably) a thread cutter attached to your machine, so you don’t have to worry about using scissors to cut it when you’re done. 😊 it’s seriously a life saver.

    • @mochiyummy-vy8td
      @mochiyummy-vy8td Рік тому +2

      Ikr

    • @Taffylassie
      @Taffylassie Рік тому +3

      My cutter does my head in, I just use my scissors :)

    • @mariam-m
      @mariam-m 9 місяців тому +3

      nope, mine doesn't have one 😅

    • @Notxiris
      @Notxiris 8 місяців тому +1

      It’s so useful when I drop my scissors and I’m too lazy to pick it up

    • @suburbohemian
      @suburbohemian 5 місяців тому +1

      Wish mine had one!

  • @alisasj2382
    @alisasj2382 2 місяці тому +5

    For those looking in the comments to see if this video is beginner friendly: it TOTALLY is! I have never even touched a sewing machine before. Right now it is 2 am and I am trying to sew the bag thanks to this tutorial. :)

  • @maggiemartino6662
    @maggiemartino6662 2 роки тому +208

    This is honestly the best beginner sewing tutorial I've ever seen. You explained everything so clearly and didn't assume we knew anything - I've watched longer videos that cover less material and they weren't nearly as helpful as this one. THANK YOUUU ♥ Going to attempt that tote bag for my first project!

    • @___bianca___
      @___bianca___ 11 місяців тому +1

      I am too!!!

    • @WendyHannan-pt7ez
      @WendyHannan-pt7ez 6 місяців тому

      I agree, Jenna did a great job, she made it very easy to follow. 👍

  • @janetsteiner3867
    @janetsteiner3867 2 роки тому +106

    I have not seen your utube before. I am an older woman and I have sewn all of my life. I am so impressed with your beginning sewing program. Good job! I will recommend your utube for young people that want to learn to sew. Thank you. Janet in Idaho

  • @kaitleggett3618
    @kaitleggett3618 3 роки тому +68

    Seriously... THANK YOU FOR THIS! This is the best beginner tutorial I've watched, and I really appreciate you explaining even the smallest things! I'm so excited to start sewing now.

  • @jkel5299
    @jkel5299 8 місяців тому +15

    Fantastic tutorial! I watched it yesterday - my very first day of sewing - and about 3 hours after I had learned how to thread the machine, I had already made a smaller version of the tote bag in the video, using an old bedsheet and following along with many pauses and rewinds. Thank you for this great confidence-boosting video!

  • @kukichik2553
    @kukichik2553 Рік тому +28

    Love your tutorial! Never sewed or used a machine in my life but you have taken me from overwhelmed to “I can do this.” Thank you sincerely ☺️

  • @whozzurii
    @whozzurii 3 роки тому +22

    I love the way she explains EVERYTHING For beginners, I’ve watched so many videos and could never understand what to do, THANK YOU 🙏

  • @suburbohemian
    @suburbohemian 5 місяців тому +73

    As someone who's barely sewn since 7th grade in junior high (1974!!!), I appreciate your lack of proper terminology and how much less intimidating it makes the process. Don't ya wish they'd simply called the 'good' side the 'outside' to begin with?

  • @amateurmistake
    @amateurmistake 3 роки тому +162

    Ahhh i have such a love-hate-relationship with my sewing machine!!! Sometimes it just doesn’t work out so my seam ripper is my best friend by now haha

    • @JennaPhipps
      @JennaPhipps  3 роки тому +12

      I know the feeling! My moms machine growing up was ALWAYS giving me problems.

    • @ktr9761
      @ktr9761 3 роки тому +2

      @@JennaPhipps
      O title of beauty, happiness, femininity and wonderful morals, I wish you the happiness of this world and the happiness of the hereafter and that all wishes come true for you.🌼🌻🌼🌻🌼🌻🌼🙏💗

  • @Blessed-2-b-a-Hembree
    @Blessed-2-b-a-Hembree 3 роки тому +28

    Hint: When you thread your needle be sure your thread is between the slot on the presser foot and not over or wrapped around one of the prongs.

  • @gigglelipz4796
    @gigglelipz4796 3 роки тому +179

    I took sewing classes in high school eons ago and hadn't touched a sewing machine up unti this past year. I forgot how much I enjoyed it. I am so excited that you're doing these videos!

    • @JennaPhipps
      @JennaPhipps  3 роки тому +13

      I had the same experience! I had a few years off from sewing while I was in college, and man I forgot how much I enjoyed it when I started again. Good thing is you always come back to it.

    • @metamorphosis702
      @metamorphosis702 3 роки тому +1

      Same here!

  • @corinnarich
    @corinnarich 2 роки тому +5

    Thank you so much for this video!! I got a sewing machine for Christmas yesterday, and am a total beginner, but now I already have a tote bag! This video was so clear and helpful, and you helped me find success right off the bat 🙂

  • @amberiscoool
    @amberiscoool 3 роки тому +96

    My mom got me a sewing machine for my birthday and I haven't used it yet because I didn't know how. Now I do! You explained it so well and I am really excited to make a tote bag!! 🥰

    • @JennaPhipps
      @JennaPhipps  3 роки тому +7

      That makes me soooo happy!! ❤️❤️❤️

    • @WendyHannan-pt7ez
      @WendyHannan-pt7ez 6 місяців тому +1

      Good for you, I wish I had have started sewing at a young age. 😉

  • @merchantarthurn
    @merchantarthurn Рік тому +4

    This is so useful - I'm looking to get a sewing machine but haven't used one for over a decade so my memory of what I might need is pretty fuzzy. Not just a great intro to sewing machines, but also gives a good idea of what features to look for!

  • @metamorphosis702
    @metamorphosis702 3 роки тому +3

    This is great. I just got back into sewing over the summer (after like 10 yrs or so). I used to sew from patterns, but now I'm interested in thrift flips. I feel like I have a lot of ideas, but I'm lacking in sewing skills. Real rusty. So I'm really excited for your sew with me series.

  • @Julissax1904
    @Julissax1904 3 роки тому +45

    I love it! Even though I have sewed already a little bit, I also learned a bit more with this video, thank you sooo much!
    Also maybe good to show how the needle goes in the machine if it needs to be changed when broken.
    I love this series 😁

    • @JennaPhipps
      @JennaPhipps  3 роки тому +7

      You are soooo welcome! Oooo good catch, in a future video!!

  • @lilferret8815
    @lilferret8815 11 місяців тому +17

    I made it! With my own ferret paws! Thank you for posting this lesson! It is so pleasant to learn from you, someone who enjoys sewing. Other yt tutorial hosts begin by saying, "I don't like to sew". This ferret doesn't want to learn a craft from someone who doesn't enjoy it themselves. It's also nice learn it from a younger person, most all the other ppl making sewing vids are old. I appreciate learning from someone closer to my age, I feel like I can relate to you more than an old person. Thank you for all your hard work!

    • @IssaSia
      @IssaSia 10 місяців тому +1

      well in reality older people have greater experiences than
      the younger ones of course! That's the true reality of life!

  • @ladyb1rdd
    @ladyb1rdd 2 роки тому +16

    You first inspired me to crochet and now i've got a sewing machine for christmas too!! Cant wait to learn with you, thank u for ur videos

  • @user-eo8um1vi1v
    @user-eo8um1vi1v 4 місяці тому +2

    You keep saying sorry but your explanation is perfect because it is truly learning how to sew for dummies/ people who have never sewn before and don’t know the proper Termanology this is perfect! My type of tutorial

  • @naniboyd9201
    @naniboyd9201 Рік тому +3

    You keep saying sorry but your explanation is perfect because it is truly learning how to sew for dummies/ people who have never sewn before and don’t know the proper Termanology😭🤣 this is perfect! My type of tutorial

  • @noorvanwendel5345
    @noorvanwendel5345 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much! This made me not only sew my first thing ever but also learn the basics of my machine. You are amazing ❤️

  • @adav135
    @adav135 4 місяці тому

    I got my sewing machine for Christmas and I’m finally learning how to use it. This is the only tutorial I found that actually help me. Thank you so much, Jenna.

  • @patsyhale7288
    @patsyhale7288 2 місяці тому +1

    I haven’t sewn Since 1970 and just one class. But I just bought my first sewing machine at 68 years old(gift) Singer 4432. I need simple, simple, simple projects 😂. Thank you for your detailed tutorials.

  • @jodeane
    @jodeane Рік тому +1

    thank you 🌸 i had a lovely first experience with you by my side. i used dacron cotton to make a black and white tote bag and now imm excited for more 🥰

  • @summerthomas9630
    @summerthomas9630 3 роки тому +2

    Im so happy you made this video! I got a sewing machine for Christmas and have or should I say had no idea how to use it

  • @WhatNoKaboom
    @WhatNoKaboom 9 місяців тому +2

    Instead of zigzagging after having seamed the two pieces together, it is a lot easier to simply zoom all the sides of each piece through the zigzag first. This way there is no need for a backstitch at the beginning or end of the zigzagging.
    A demonstrated here the zigzag is sewn part way into the seam allowance and still has some free edge availabpe for fraying. To lock in those edges, it is best to align the fabric so that the needle barely hits the cut edge on the right and into the fabric on the left. This way the free edge is completely encased.

  • @Nanamin-ls2iu
    @Nanamin-ls2iu 27 днів тому +1

    Sewing pins, sewing needles, seam ripper, measuring tape.

  • @Senoritagata-nu5te
    @Senoritagata-nu5te Місяць тому

    That's a better ironing room than mine don't worry its a great sewing lesson for me you're a great teacher. I'm learning for the first time

  • @meeresluft
    @meeresluft Рік тому

    Thank you so so much for this video! I'v never sewn ever in my life but always wanted to start. I watched your video once, lent a good sewing machine, went to the fabric store yesterday and then I did it. It's been a while since I did sth for the first time without any help, so there were highs and lows... but in the end: my bag is so frking amazing! I had to go shopping at 10 in the evening because I wanted to take this new bag out! I am so proud! :) Thank you so so much. You're video was perfect, I bought everything you said, I needed everything you said and I couldn't be happier.

  • @SarahDorcas524
    @SarahDorcas524 3 роки тому +2

    I’ve been sewing for years and this was really helpful!

  • @amazingvictory5224
    @amazingvictory5224 3 роки тому +5

    Omg thank you much had lots of fun learning how to sew sis. You both are so down to earth and adorable. Take care and be safe. Love you sis. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @karalee7329
    @karalee7329 3 роки тому +2

    I just got a sewing machine for the first time so this is very helpful and ill be watching a lot more of your videos!

  • @rubyanderson1967
    @rubyanderson1967 3 роки тому +33

    THANK YOU SO MUCHHHHH, this was so fun to watch

  • @Emilly.Rayanni
    @Emilly.Rayanni Рік тому +2

    just finished my first sewing project with this video

  • @melissac8085
    @melissac8085 3 роки тому +3

    This was so helpful, I'm excited for more sewing videos!

  • @memyselforever
    @memyselforever Місяць тому

    U should really be proud rn bc this is the best sewing tutorial ive seen❤

  • @iljamekel6327
    @iljamekel6327 3 роки тому +6

    This really helps me thanks jenna🤍 love this new serie

  • @debrecio8150
    @debrecio8150 Рік тому +2

    I'm so excited to have found this video! I just got the exact same machine today 🎉

  • @LG-ex8bu
    @LG-ex8bu 3 роки тому +2

    I came to this video to watch Jenna say "bag" over and over again!

  • @TheMicksAF
    @TheMicksAF 2 місяці тому

    Thank you jenna!! Love love your zoomed in video and step by step instructions!!

  • @jussstadrianna
    @jussstadrianna Рік тому

    Thank you for taking the time to make this video! It helped me so much

  • @lindahoffman8296
    @lindahoffman8296 Рік тому +1

    Thanks Jenna, this video makes me want to give my machine another try!

  • @pardisghasemi1115
    @pardisghasemi1115 Рік тому

    What a beautiful process! Thanks for making this video!!!!

  • @GodMotherJ
    @GodMotherJ 5 місяців тому +1

    Hi!
    Just a friendly tip for the chapters in the video to make it easier to find what we are looking for.
    Add a chapter that is for threading the machine.
    Thank you, was very helpful! ❤

  • @stevoztaps1098
    @stevoztaps1098 Місяць тому

    Male 62 from Mel AU, first timer, read the manual, and you have put the icing on the cake. Thank you.

  • @mrsstickel7846
    @mrsstickel7846 2 роки тому

    I can’t wait to make my first bag👍🏾Thank you

  • @TangerineDoor
    @TangerineDoor 3 роки тому +2

    Obsessed. I love this so much

  • @philstone4277
    @philstone4277 8 місяців тому +3

    Hi Jenna, I just found your channel I am a beginner and I am old and learning from you is super fun and easy. You are a doll Thank you for sharing your talent and enthusiasm. :)

  • @thepetmaster550
    @thepetmaster550 Рік тому

    You really make sewing more fun:3

  • @daddydojang
    @daddydojang 6 місяців тому

    I love the cute terminology. This is a fun one. Thanks!

  • @veronicajackson1674
    @veronicajackson1674 Рік тому

    This machine rocks I got five foots and other pieces included I love the buttonhole foot works amazing for button holes so easy to use since I saw singer channel on how to use this machine

  • @kacihill4643
    @kacihill4643 8 місяців тому

    I’m so pumped to try this 😁😁

  • @petro3441
    @petro3441 Рік тому +1

    You are a great sewing teatcher.thanx for clear instructions

  • @thelonelyassassin8584
    @thelonelyassassin8584 Рік тому

    I made the tote using an old pj shirt and it came out good!

  • @sarahb.6475
    @sarahb.6475 3 роки тому

    I have a sewing machine but it is very intimidating!! Just looking at it & the idea of threading it... And I had no idea about needing an iron or extra sewing needles. I guess I better get those. Oh and also had no idea about the zigzag stitch either!! I suppose I better find those things! I do have lots of bobbins though & pins, etc. Now I feel relaxed from this video so I will go to sleep as its late. You are very wise with sewing and relaxing too. 😀🌈🍀🌿🌱

  • @yes_imgucci
    @yes_imgucci 7 місяців тому

    so happy i found your videos. your personality is 🔥 and you explain everything so well. going to make my first tote bag soon

  • @katiederidder4549
    @katiederidder4549 6 місяців тому

    Love this!!! Literally got this machine today and this was super helpful!!!! Thank-you!!!

  • @veronicajackson1674
    @veronicajackson1674 Рік тому

    I’m glad I found your channel
    I just bought the same sewing machine.... but I definitely need a tutorial on how to use it properly...

  • @erincox76
    @erincox76 6 місяців тому

    Just made my first project using this tutorial! So easy…thank you

  • @viola9779
    @viola9779 3 роки тому +2

    i dont know if i missed this; so if you have older sewing machine you have first before you do ANYTHING with it to tighten it because if you dont, the sew will be wrinkly and ugly and not thight

  • @Mariamya23
    @Mariamya23 2 роки тому +1

    Polyester thread, bobbins, sewing machine needles ( needles don’t last very long they break or dull) universal singer pack, big safety pin, collect your scarp fabrics,

  • @pritiodedra2067
    @pritiodedra2067 3 роки тому +5

    I am 15 mins into your video.. after seeing a number of beginners sewing videos (and believe me I am a complete beginner) I have to say yours is the most fool proof video to help me get started. I just wanted to say thank you for sharing your knowledge. I really like how you explained everything and why (e.g. why you reverse the stitch) as these are mistakes I would quite easily make as a new starter. I was wondering if you planned to make a video on various other stitches and when you would use them? It would be super helpful and I personally like how you explain things!
    Eitherway, thank you, thank you. Cant say it enough. I am subscribed and will continue watching the rest 😊👍

  • @cherriesandfig2852
    @cherriesandfig2852 11 місяців тому +1

    That was an amazing and easy tutorial to follow thank you! ❤

  • @jazzmineboren3170
    @jazzmineboren3170 5 місяців тому

    This was amazing, thank you! Please continue making content for us newbies 🥲🫶🏼💛

  • @divinerosetta1286
    @divinerosetta1286 2 місяці тому

    This is the most useful video I've watched thus far. Thank you

  • @lilaclove20
    @lilaclove20 3 роки тому

    I watched your video 1 time and I was able to make the tote. Thank you 😊

  • @mariasolrico6791
    @mariasolrico6791 3 роки тому +1

    At the end of the machine there is a thread cutter for when you finish sewing, I have a similar machine

  • @nizhafe86
    @nizhafe86 6 місяців тому

    im fairly a beginner but what i was told was to sew w 1/4 seam allowance. so i was a lil confused when you mentioned you use a 5/8. but overall love your video compared with others,. your instructions are helpfule and very understanding

  • @AussieMumVLOGS
    @AussieMumVLOGS 5 місяців тому

    Wow what a great tutorial, thank you. Im gona binge your videos now

  • @mmoonacity
    @mmoonacity 7 місяців тому

    thank you so much this answered all the questions i had and i finally sewed something :DDD!!!

  • @scrappyhappydo
    @scrappyhappydo Рік тому

    what an awesome tutorial love it thank you!!!

  • @bonniekruse1254
    @bonniekruse1254 Рік тому

    Thank you, Jenna ❤

  • @RedFireEye
    @RedFireEye 3 місяці тому

    I checked 2nd hand in my country and for some reason it was more expensive than the usual price. So I already bought a new Singer 4432😊

  • @elma_gnt
    @elma_gnt 5 місяців тому

    This was super helpful! Thank you!

  • @michellethompson2933
    @michellethompson2933 Рік тому +1

    This was so helpful!

  • @lydia2851
    @lydia2851 11 місяців тому

    thank you so much this really helped me!🥰😊

  • @blackheartgaming6121
    @blackheartgaming6121 Рік тому +1

    Love it enough said

  • @katiastas3828
    @katiastas3828 5 місяців тому

    I made a tote bag toooo!! Thank you Jennna

  • @nickieisknittingtoomuch
    @nickieisknittingtoomuch 2 роки тому

    You are a queen!

  • @IssaSia
    @IssaSia 10 місяців тому +1

    The fabric material used in this video seems a difficult one!
    But good work! And good luck to me! hahaha

  • @ElyseRene
    @ElyseRene 3 роки тому

    Will you please do more sewing videos? I want to learn how to make the patch work 2nd skin shirts!

  • @Dianah1952
    @Dianah1952 Рік тому +2

    Hi Jenna. Thank you for this tutorial. I will be making your tote bag its so cute and so are you. Actually you look just like my younger self. You could be my daughter. I'm happy you are on here teaching how to sew.
    God bless!

  • @hodayaweint
    @hodayaweint 9 місяців тому

    Gonna do this bc I have no experience thank you!!!

  • @Nono-ql3od
    @Nono-ql3od 3 роки тому

    You are a life saver

  • @dron2147
    @dron2147 Рік тому

    I just bought the same machine and l was looking for a tutorial for begginers so your video came across very handy, l will follow all your instructions.... wish me luck!!!😂😂😂

  • @allenadayswork2216
    @allenadayswork2216 2 роки тому +1

    I learned a lot from this vid! Thanks!

  • @mylifetimephotograph
    @mylifetimephotograph 3 роки тому

    Great job!

  • @khonamazibuko
    @khonamazibuko Рік тому

    Thankyou you have helped me 🙏

  • @Mariacabre
    @Mariacabre 3 роки тому +1

    Very good video, very informative. Bravo Girl, make some more. Thank you for sharing.

  • @evahynonen4851
    @evahynonen4851 3 роки тому +3

    Ooh Jenna you made my day with the Fiskars skisors (as they are made in Finland) !

    • @JennaPhipps
      @JennaPhipps  3 роки тому +2

      Oooo I love them! I also have a matching rotary cutter :)

  • @temesgenamlak3339
    @temesgenamlak3339 8 місяців тому

    Thankyou, this was so helpful.

  • @Yourmother247
    @Yourmother247 2 роки тому

    My dream is to become a fashion designer or something like that, i found my grandmas old sewing machine in my basement and decided to start learning tysm for helping me!

  • @enoykoam1
    @enoykoam1 Рік тому

    thank you for this!

  • @jenniefowler4968
    @jenniefowler4968 Рік тому

    You did an amazing job with the video. Loved the voom voom comment, I call the foot pedal the gas pedal. When you buy bobbins you need to know what size your machine takes there are so many sizes. And Don't cut interfacing with your good scissors.

  • @christinemekha3303
    @christinemekha3303 Рік тому

    I’ve been asking my mom and mother in law to teach me how to sew because every time I go to Joan’s or the thrift store for some yarn, I find so many good fabrics and I get so bummed when I walk away because I don’t know what to do with them. Your video went into so much detail I want to attempt making a long sleeve or maybe even a tote bag as my first project. I might use my moms sewing machine just until I build the courage to invest in my own sewing machine. Also I have to find room for it… my husband isn’t going to like this idea😂😂😂 (only because there’s yarn everywhere and now it’s going to be yarn and fabric everywhere)

  • @vvvviiiicccc100
    @vvvviiiicccc100 3 роки тому

    off topic but your outfit and your room are both so ~aesthetic~

  • @liminalquartz
    @liminalquartz 3 роки тому

    Jenna: "Don't go tooo fast cuz sometimes this thing falls off."
    Next scene: *winding super fast :D
    This is so helpful! I always forgot how to do all the basic things between every time I wanted to alter something and had to ask my mom to teach me on her sewing machine :D Then I finally bought my OWN a few months ago and have been too lazy to learn again :D Also thanks for the "stuff you need" - I forgot they don't include like anything with the sewing machine, so it's helpful to have a beginner stuff list for going to the craft store!

  • @alexg6628
    @alexg6628 3 роки тому +6

    Love your energy and your videos ❤️

  • @evacouturier7115
    @evacouturier7115 3 роки тому

    thanks you somuch,please could you make a video about pattern building ?