Best Tip To Set A Seam Allowance On Your Machine - It's A Game-Changer!

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  • @pattivarney6106
    @pattivarney6106 3 роки тому +26

    OMG! I had no idea! I have tried EVERYTHING to get 1/4” seam allowance. Thank you so much.

  • @yvettevanderwesten9427
    @yvettevanderwesten9427 2 місяці тому +1

    Wow! Game changer!! I had no idea. Thank you!!! Mind blown haha

  • @karenhoward6439
    @karenhoward6439 3 роки тому +4

    Subscribed for this alone! Top tip 👍😊

  • @user-LaraC
    @user-LaraC 8 місяців тому +2

    I have a new machine similar to yours so your tutorial was quite easy to follow. I’ve not used the memory settings yet, so this is a great place to start. Thanks so much 🤩

  • @consolw
    @consolw 3 роки тому +16

    Wow, right under my nose all these years and I never thought of it! Thanks so much for sharing! 👍😊💐

  • @crystalcreates9846
    @crystalcreates9846 3 роки тому +42

    I have been doing this for years and just assumed others were too. Glad you shared the tip so that everyone could see how wonderful this trick is.

  • @Tree60HandcraftedDesigns
    @Tree60HandcraftedDesigns Рік тому +1

    OH WOW! GAME CHANGER! Thank You 🇨🇦

  • @towerdog551
    @towerdog551 2 роки тому +3

    You! You have just made my sewing experience so much better!!! This legitimately changes everything!!! No more markers! No more tape! No more guess work!!! All the thank yous!!!!

  • @charlottehayward5943
    @charlottehayward5943 3 роки тому +16

    I've sewed for years and didn't know this. Thank you so much.

  • @colin101981
    @colin101981 Рік тому +1

    Thank you, you're right - it's a game changer - many thanks for sharing.

  • @nighthealerrn1695
    @nighthealerrn1695 2 місяці тому

    This video saved me so much frustration. I just bought a Brother sewing machine. I know the basics of sewing, not much else. Thank you.

  • @jessicaleague6997
    @jessicaleague6997 Місяць тому

    Brilliant haha who knew! Not me!!! 🤷🏻‍♀️🤣✌️ thanks so much!!

  • @debbiebridges8807
    @debbiebridges8807 Рік тому +1

    Wow, I have never thought to use the width now I will practice this. Thank you.

  • @AcademyOfPracticalEducation
    @AcademyOfPracticalEducation 7 місяців тому +1

    You just saved me such a headache! Thank you so much for putting this video together, my project just became so much easier!

  • @brendacooper7944
    @brendacooper7944 3 роки тому +2

    AMAZING! All these years & this is the first time I've heard this tip. Thank you so much.

  • @deest9
    @deest9 3 роки тому +1

    Oh my goodness!! Thank you for this - you don't know the headache you saved me!

  • @cstahl4994
    @cstahl4994 3 роки тому +21

    I have done every one of those things you mentioned so I was eager to see what you would say...... mind blown 🤯... I have never thought to use my stitch width for straight stitches. Definitely a game changer!! Thank you!!!! 😁

    • @ellenhofer3343
      @ellenhofer3343 3 роки тому +2

      I told a friend to move her needle to the right until she had ¼" from the needle and the edge of the pressure foot once. She told me that her machine doesn't do that.
      The next time I was at her house, I showed her how to use the stitch width button. She hadn't even kniwn what that button was for. Never opened the user manual.

    • @Indydi
      @Indydi 3 роки тому +1

      @@ellenhofer3343 That's hilarious.

    • @sc7187
      @sc7187 Рік тому +1

      ​@@ellenhofer3343 I tried it but mine was doing the zig zag stitch instead of a straight stitch. Can't figure it out

    • @jenniferdowney6578
      @jenniferdowney6578 6 місяців тому

      I think mine does zig zag too when I alter width. Don't understand this at all!!!

  • @raychlc5959
    @raychlc5959 3 роки тому +1

    That’s fantastic! I’m a blind sewer and you’re right, those magnets are ok, but this is so so good. Thank you.

  • @lisabuckner9157
    @lisabuckner9157 2 роки тому

    This is the best tip I’ve seen in a long time ANYWHERE! Thank you so much for sharing! Who knew??

  • @PuffKitty
    @PuffKitty 9 місяців тому

    I found this invaluable for sewing doll clothes with a 1/4" seam, especially when I was sewing a curved bodice piece onto a straight piece and really needed to squeeze a line of stay stitching in there (silk satin) 😬 I'm so happy to not only understand my new electronic machine better but be a more competent seamstress as well! Thanks a million; you're a real lifesaver 🤗

  • @TaneshiaNicole
    @TaneshiaNicole Рік тому +8

    Thank you! As a newbie this is my biggest hurdle and headache. I find myself watching the plate so closely that my fabric starts traveling away from my intended point. This is such an amazing tip. ❤

  • @dianne8929
    @dianne8929 3 роки тому +1

    BRILLIANT !!! 👍👍

  • @karengeorge9039
    @karengeorge9039 2 роки тому

    OMG! This is genius. I really struggle with this. You have made my day. I am so glad this came up in my UA-cam feed.

  • @jpeood32
    @jpeood32 Рік тому

    one of the most helpful tips I seen in a good while

  • @quiltfreak64
    @quiltfreak64 2 роки тому

    O my gosh thank you so very much. You are so smart.

  • @debramejia5091
    @debramejia5091 3 роки тому

    OMG! That’s brilliant; thank you so much! You are such a lovely and charming person; it is a joy to watch you videos.

  • @alondaguillory
    @alondaguillory 2 роки тому +1

    This is why I hit subscribe. She was clear in the instructions. The camera was focused and gave a close up of where to line the presser foot up with the fabric. The instruction card was clear as to what I was looking at. If you started a school, I’m showing up online in the discussion board everyday. I have looked up online sewing schools. You can’t find an online sewing school that is completely online. I found only 1. And the other schools want you to go back to high school first by doing prerequisite classes. I would definitely support.

  • @sueglossop2732
    @sueglossop2732 2 роки тому

    WOW! What a game changer, thank you soooo very much!!!

  • @273Gravity
    @273Gravity 2 роки тому

    Oh.. my... Gosh!
    I'm new to sewing & I never knew that the needle could move position... This IS a game changer!!! Thank you!

  • @CreativityFromBlueberryH-wo3gu
    @CreativityFromBlueberryH-wo3gu 22 дні тому

    Wow! Grand idea!

  • @kimberlywatson7788
    @kimberlywatson7788 Рік тому

    BRILLIANT!!!! 🎉. Can not wait to get home and try this!

  • @geraldinebryce594
    @geraldinebryce594 8 місяців тому

    Wow real game changer can’t wait to try this thank you😊

  • @sistertotwo
    @sistertotwo Рік тому

    Wow. I can't believe it. Thanks so much!

  • @busysewingbee3819
    @busysewingbee3819 3 роки тому

    My mind is blown 🤯! Thank you for sharing this!

  • @shellyscott8275
    @shellyscott8275 3 роки тому +4

    That’s great. I’ve sewn for years and didn’t know this 🙀 Thank you so much for sharing

  • @jessicalarreau3647
    @jessicalarreau3647 2 роки тому

    Oh my soul...maybe I should've read my manual. This is priceless.

    • @TheDressmakersCloset
      @TheDressmakersCloset  2 роки тому +1

      Its amazing isn't it .... wish I found this out years ago too ... hope it helps in your sewing xxx

    • @jessicalarreau3647
      @jessicalarreau3647 2 роки тому +1

      @@TheDressmakersCloset it already has🥰. I don't understand the markings on my machine's plate but this method works great!

  • @annamarieh333
    @annamarieh333 3 роки тому

    How SMART you are!!!!!!!

  • @VTgirlandherbeagles
    @VTgirlandherbeagles Рік тому +1

    A 5.6 on my Juki HZL F-300 seems to have done the trick (no 5.5 setting) thank you. I’m a beginner quilter and that 1/4 inch allowance has been so allusive. I was starting to think I just sucked at it. I don’t remember anything from Home Economics class (I’m 51) so I appreciate this tip very much!

  • @SewGigi
    @SewGigi 3 роки тому +3

    Oh, my goodness! This is wonderful. Thank you, thank you!! 🙏🏻 morning thank

  • @ShannonSellers-ku7rw
    @ShannonSellers-ku7rw 6 місяців тому

    🤯 It works! Thank you for this tutorial!

  • @shelribelin8144
    @shelribelin8144 3 роки тому +7

    OMG!!! I have always struggled with my seam allowance. What an amazing little hack!! I can hardly wait to try this the next time I am sewing. So glad I ran across your video. Thank you so much.

  • @calmblueocean1177
    @calmblueocean1177 2 роки тому

    This kind of no nonsense helpful sewing tip is precisely why I subscribed to your channel. Thankyou so very much!

  • @gaylebrooks408
    @gaylebrooks408 Рік тому

    You are brilliant ! As a new sewer it’s fabulous!

  • @ssmith2141
    @ssmith2141 3 роки тому

    Omg 😳 every new sewer need this I’m a newbie

  • @Dizzycow-Tina
    @Dizzycow-Tina Рік тому

    OMG …… THIS IS GENIUS!!!!! thanks so much for sharing 💖💖💖

  • @marens8925
    @marens8925 3 роки тому +1

    Definitely a game-changer. This is a fabulous tip, thank you.

  • @michaelwhite3508
    @michaelwhite3508 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much! Just starting out so all tips and tricks are welcome! Lesley xx

  • @SusieQuhNOT
    @SusieQuhNOT 3 роки тому

    Wow!! I'm in SHOCK!! 😱🤯

  • @lorettadot
    @lorettadot Рік тому

    This is an excellent tip I had no idea. Thank you!

  • @carolynlee3619
    @carolynlee3619 2 роки тому

    Definitely a game changer thanks.

  • @jorjaprice2190
    @jorjaprice2190 3 роки тому +1

    Ok, that is worth the price of admission for sure! Brilliant! Thank you!

  • @thesmilingone888
    @thesmilingone888 6 місяців тому

    This is brilliant. I do have challenges following the seam allowance guide on the metal plate. Thank you!

  • @lynnbryant9606
    @lynnbryant9606 3 роки тому

    Brilliant just Brilliant. Thankyou for sharing xx

  • @elizabethrowe7262
    @elizabethrowe7262 3 роки тому

    Well I never knew about this trick at all! I have learnt lots of tips and tricks with sewing over the past year or two from watching UA-cam and never knew about this one. Thank you so much for sharing this.

  • @lauriekopec9164
    @lauriekopec9164 3 роки тому

    Wow! Thank you so much! IT IS A GAME CHANGER as you said!!!

  • @sewhappysarahr8912
    @sewhappysarahr8912 3 роки тому

    I ran right downstairs to my cheap Brother sewing machine and this works! I cannot believe I didn't know this! Thank you!

  • @janshaw2922
    @janshaw2922 7 місяців тому

    Thank you very much for sharing this. This is so useful to know.

  • @marquesn77
    @marquesn77 2 роки тому

    Brain just exploded ! Thank you so much for this video - this is going to be a game changer

  • @kathydeacon3894
    @kathydeacon3894 3 роки тому

    Wow an absolute game changer. Didn't realise the stitch width changed the position of the needle. Thank you so much for this tip. It has helped me tremendously.

  • @doreenwarren8065
    @doreenwarren8065 Рік тому

    Oh my goodness. I was searching everywhere on UA-cam to find how to do a 1/4 inch stitch away from another stitch and all I could find is on quilting, I am so glad I found yours amongst the others. Wow it really is a game changer. Thank you so much for making a video on this. I truly appreciate it. I am trying to top stitch a market tote for my grandson for Christmas and it means so much to me to get it right. thank You!❤❤

  • @michellelinhoff3736
    @michellelinhoff3736 2 місяці тому

    Just brilliant 🙌 TY!

  • @janping5247
    @janping5247 3 роки тому

    Just tried this.....absolutely fantastic....many thanks ......great help for quilting seams just starting out, so should make a great difference....thanks again.

  • @bevmcmullen8758
    @bevmcmullen8758 2 роки тому

    Game changer for sure. Thank you so much xx

  • @alisstedman4858
    @alisstedman4858 3 роки тому

    Wow, why did I never figure this before? Thank you.

  • @eileenwhiston1949
    @eileenwhiston1949 Рік тому

    It works. Thank-you so much. I’m busy practicing now.

  • @lauraashley4990
    @lauraashley4990 3 роки тому +1

    I saw this a few days ago and didn't believe it could be that simple. Well I have tried it and can confirm that it works. It is a game changer indeed. We should all be shouting that on the quilters' roofs! Thank you, thank you again.

  • @donnapage1877
    @donnapage1877 11 місяців тому

    Wow, thanks for the tip. I can’t wait to try it out. Just a suggestion for future videos, it’d be easier to see if you used contrasting thread and fabric. Thanks!

  • @beverlymartin1414
    @beverlymartin1414 3 роки тому

    I just found you this evening. My sewing machine is put away now but you can bet tomorrow am I will give this a try. I am a quilter and 1/4" is needed. Thank you from Beverly on the Treasure Coast of Florida .

  • @Indydi
    @Indydi 3 роки тому +3

    This is actually a good idea. I always have trouble following the seam guides, as they are generally underneath the fabric. The 1/2" seam falls right there on the edge of the foot, which makes it so easy. I'm going to figure out how to get the others to land there also. Thanks for the tip!

  • @joansmith7157
    @joansmith7157 Рік тому

    wow, just discovered this after owning my machine for over 5 years, thank you

  • @4665gwill
    @4665gwill 3 роки тому

    This video helped me so much. Thank you so very much.

  • @tiiug.9973
    @tiiug.9973 Рік тому

    I can never really see those markings on the plate and it's been frustrating. THANK YOU TONS! This truly IS a game changer!!!

  • @jacquelinemoss3709
    @jacquelinemoss3709 3 роки тому +1

    OMG you're right, what a game changer, thanks so much. Take care.

  • @heidilecompte4198
    @heidilecompte4198 3 роки тому +1

    I am blown away! Most valuable thing I’ve learned on UA-cam. I’ve tried tape, etc....all frustrating. This adjustment of 5.5 for an accurate 1/4” seam allowance works perfectly! Thank you!

  • @ruthrecchia6619
    @ruthrecchia6619 3 роки тому

    Definitely saving this I just bought a new sewing machine this will come in handy thank you so much

  • @sonialorenzo9223
    @sonialorenzo9223 3 роки тому

    I did this and it works perfectly. Thank you.

  • @jenaryjones2657
    @jenaryjones2657 3 роки тому

    I'm so delighted you shared this 😊. This is awesome 👌. Thanks for sharing❗

  • @tamarakarlin2758
    @tamarakarlin2758 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much! Such a simple, but brilliant tip! ❤

  • @sherriterrell9438
    @sherriterrell9438 Рік тому

    Thank you so much.. I’ve been trying to figure this out for a long time. I tried the sticky seam guides, I really appreciate this video

  • @riekodi5508
    @riekodi5508 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much for sharing this super cool tip. Total game changer is right. Love, live this tip and will be using this trick going forward!

  • @Matriarch57
    @Matriarch57 3 роки тому +2

    I have a “Vintage ” Singer Stylist 513 (the machine is a part of me, I have had it since 1972) so I don’t have access to those numbers, BUT I can move my needle left, right and center to sew zippers. Your video did provoke me to find out what the stitch widths were when I moved the needle. So yes, it was helpful, thank you!

  • @lilliamschaad2338
    @lilliamschaad2338 2 роки тому +1

    What an amazing tip! I have always struggled trying to get the correct seam allowance and you have resolved my problem in a blink of the eye, LOL. Thank you so very much.

  • @donnacaywood6846
    @donnacaywood6846 3 роки тому

    This is one of the best sewing tips ever. Thanks so much for sharing .

  • @dianeschwalm3855
    @dianeschwalm3855 3 роки тому

    I’ve done this for years. Love this trick!

  • @lindahillerby1216
    @lindahillerby1216 3 роки тому

    Thank you. Brilliant!

  • @LisaLisa-zl9vu
    @LisaLisa-zl9vu 3 роки тому +2

    You are right my 1/4” seam allowance is 5.5! Took a lot of heartache and frustration to figure this out over 2 years ago!!

  • @jeanbriggs4372
    @jeanbriggs4372 10 місяців тому

    Omg I have been sewing for a long time and did not know this thanks ☺️

  • @marilynkelly315
    @marilynkelly315 3 роки тому +3

    That’s amazing I’m off to give it a go - thank you xx

  • @carolinelaplante5857
    @carolinelaplante5857 3 роки тому +1

    Brilliant! I am definitely trying this! Thank you💞

  • @susanyasinsky930
    @susanyasinsky930 Рік тому

    Excellent! I’ve always made clothing, but now I’m into quilting and need a 1/4 inch seam allowance. I started sewing when I was 5, with help of course. Now I’m 69 and feel stupid.. why didn’t I think of this? I’ve used a Singer , the same old Singer for 40 years. Then I got a newer Singer and now a Brother. I’ve searched all over for a solution.Thank you so much for making this needle position change so easy for me. My husband will be happy too, not having to listen to my vocal frustration. Again, Thank you so much.

  • @lucillemizuno671
    @lucillemizuno671 Рік тому

    It sure is a game changer. Thank you

  • @CustomizeYoLife
    @CustomizeYoLife 3 роки тому +1

    I'm very new to sewing, so I UA-cam seam allowance your video has made it clear what an seam allowance means. I've had my brother se600 for about a month now still learning.

  • @darlafischer9869
    @darlafischer9869 Рік тому

    Ok mind blown!! Thank you so much for sharing this information! I’ve used tape, I have the quarter inch foot attachment, which I dislike, and I have the magnetic thing which is a pain! Thank you thank you!!

  • @titiidowu6780
    @titiidowu6780 11 місяців тому

    This is awesome!!! Thank you.

  • @rubyjools
    @rubyjools 3 роки тому +1

    I literally bought this exact same machine last week & was a bit flummoxed 😆
    Thank you very much! Easy as 🤩

  • @BeaunaturelleFeb11
    @BeaunaturelleFeb11 2 роки тому

    This was absolutely fantastic!! 😆 Thank you ever so much.

  • @mmgranlund1057
    @mmgranlund1057 2 роки тому

    Game changer! Thank you

  • @hannamcswain
    @hannamcswain 3 роки тому

    This is an amazing trick thank you SO much.

  • @sunnyflower77
    @sunnyflower77 Рік тому

    Oh my god - I have the same machine too. Thanks so very much!!!

  • @dandelion1239
    @dandelion1239 3 роки тому

    Awesome!!! Thank you so much!!!