I've been sewing for 25 years and I watched the whole thing :) I'm completely self taught and just discovered the wonderful youtube world of sewers. So I'm actually learning things I never knew or did wrong.
That's amazing! The learning should never stop - I am also learning something new in this realm even though I went to University for Fashion Design. We can always improve on what we know and expland our imagination with new techniques. Thank you so much for watching!
When I used to sew, I actually did a lot of "basting" or hand sewing on things that were more difficult, such as zippers and puffed sleeves. "Basting" is actually a large hand stitching to keep things in place while you permanently sew with the machine. Then, after machine stitching, you take out the "basting" stitch.
I am a complete beginner and I have to say your tutorials are the best and the easiest to follow I have found on UA-cam, you make it fun to watch and I am learning so much, thank you Faren.
Soooo unbelievably happy to hear this! Seriously, this is exactly why I teach... because sewing should be fun and easy! Thank you for sending me this message of encouragement - it truly made my day. Much love to you and thanks again for watching 🙏♥️
I started sewing young and then didn’t do it for a long time. Now, as an adult (with access to UA-cam!!) I want to slow down and learn to do it “right.” This video was awesome!
Haven't sewn for at least 7 years on a machine and forgot more than I realized. Discovering all the new things on my brand new sewing machine, just a basic one. (lost mine in "Sandy" and starting a new). This video really gave me a lot a renewed confidence, as well as a bit of re-educating me in the basics. Thanks "sew" much. :)
You crack me up !! Your personality is me , lol Teaching myself how to sew at over 50 years old online has been tough...you have made it fun, and learn able!! Also love your work, very cute stuff !! I have always said "Detail" is everything in clothing...you nailed that too !! Keep posting !!! ......J.A.
I really enjoyed this video. The one thing I'd suggest is making necessary adjustments to the paper pattern prior to cutting. I will also make a "dummy" garment of calico or old fabric to check the fit first. It only took me 45 years to learn that. Happy sewing everyone!
I was really gung ho in Joannes and got super nervous trying to cut my pattern out. Thank you so much, this was very hilarious! I died when you hulk ripped the first piece off after telling us to cut it out lmao
Even tho my sewing machine looks intimidating I just came to point there is no point having it sitting just there I'm goin to get to it and master it. Thanks very informative video love it.
Omg! Let me say this…I absolutely love you and this video! It really tickled my stomach❤😊 I am just learning how to sew on my own and I have no idea what I am doing. Today I just learned how to read the pattern and now I’m learning how to cut it out on the fabric. I came across this video and oh my geez, I love it!!!!!!
You helped me so much by explaining why they show pictures of the pieces folded and cut on top of each other it confused me and made my project look ugly, I can’t wait to use your tips to remake it the right way!
Hahaha, thank YOU so fucking much for watching! The whole reason for starting this channel was to give beginners and other sewers straightforward lessons - glad to know I succeeded in my quest (and hopefully brought you entertainment and a sense of humour as well). Much appreciated!
Thank you for this video. I learned sewing basics as a child. As an adult in my 50’s, I decided I wanted to be able to create my own clothing. I’m also self taught and have been garment sewing for the last two years. The info in your videos has really helped me to elevate my skills. I look forward to watching more of your tutorials.
I'm the same, but no one ever tried to teach me how to sew and I'm only 19. I'm starting to sew with linen bias cut camisole/slip. It is an undergarment, so I'm free to piece and sequeze as much as I can from the fabric. I'm trying to fit 3 slips in 2½ yards. I could fit as much as 4 if it was straight grain, but bias should be better, so I'm going for it
▶️ CUT IT OUT [Part 2] Plaids and Stripes ua-cam.com/video/lj-rxfrj4fk/v-deo.html [Part 3] Knits and Stretch Fabric ua-cam.com/video/re0ZVO8VF1A/v-deo.html 🌱Thank you all for being here with me. Much love
Thanks for the tutorial. I used to do a lot of sewing but life got hectic but now I'm retired I want to get back into it, so I have dug out an old pattern, bought the fabric and am ready to go. Your easy to follow instructions brought it back to me especially the bit about and ironing the pattern and washing the fabric FIRST - ooops! Looking forward to the next tutorial
So glad you found this channel to help you along. Sewing is definitely a wonderful skill to have, its like a rising a bike you never really forget. So many more tutorials coming this new year! Happy sewing 🧵
I would really love to learn more because I just started to learn how to sew and I don't really understand anything I hope I could learn more from you🥺
Hahaha, sewing is a passion - so maybe it just comes our naturally entertaining? Thank you so much for watching! Really happy to be here teaching ones that enjoy learning. 🥰🧵
Omg I love ur personality! U had me dying when u almost fell off the table...and at the end when u magically disappeared 😭😂 srsly tho...exactly the info I was looking for and started my day off w a good laugh...Thank you Ma'am! ❤
Thanks so much for watching Crystal! Really happy to hear we were able to make sewing funny and entertaining for you. We are working on some new content coming soon!
I am not sure why soap has not been bettern known... although I kinda like being the one to share it with you as it was a sewing "secret" of my Italian grandmother. Thanks for watching a appreciating the tip (I will have to let my grandmother know)!
Wow, thank you for watching! Truely what the channel is for... to explain things simply bc sewing should be fun and accessible. Thanks again for your comment!
So glad i found your videos! I thought a grain line was the direction of the fabric strains. But you measured from the grain line to the edge of the fabric. So what’s a grain line? Before your prep and this vendor, i had been cutting it allllll wrong and really didn’t understand how to read a pattern. Thanks
Hi Khalilah, thanks for watching. So glad to hear the videos have help guide you. I hopw to be doing a follow ip video on how to properly read a pattern and talk more in depth about how to go about choosing fabric and explain more about grainlines. Thanks again and happy sewing!
Thank you for the great sewing video! I am just learning to sew again after years of not sewing. So have to learn all over again. Can you tell me what I should use for a cutting table in a small studio apartment? Something inexpensive too. Thanks so much!
Wonderful to hear you are back at it again... glad I could help! The table I have in this video is an offical cutting table, but in my mew studio I have a piece of plywood (I havent painted mine yet, but ideally you would want the surface to be smooth and somewhat slippery so you fabric doeant stick or get caught on the unfinished wood top), and underneath I have a simple desk that I propped up with 4x4 wood blocks to bring it to my almost waist height. Hope this inspires you (to repurpose an old table like mine)!?! Best of luck!
@@LTRLtrend Thanks a lot! That does give me an answer as to the surface of the table. What about the size? I was thinking a plastic folding table would work if it's big enough.
@@debbieculley7532 Best option for dimensions is to make sure you can fit the width a bolt of fabric (largest width of fabric is 150 to 160cm) the other dimension can be something like 120 to 130cm, like a square/rectangular shape bc anything that is too narrow has always been a frustration for me and I ended up cutting out my pattern pieces on the floor instead. Hope you find the greatest table!
Please.. a video on how you made your table! Where did you buy this table? Or maybe a table that is easy a make and similar to this professional looking table? Love your videos 💕 thank you
Thank you!! This was so helpful-- and thank goodness you mentioned that sometimes you have to use the same piece twice. I thought I was missing a piece in my pattern. Quick question: the pattern layout I have shows the pattern laying in such a way that it would be face down. Can that be right? I mean, it must be right because that's how the diagram is but it seems weird.
Hi LAM, thanks for watching .... glad I could help! Yes, the pattern can be shown as face down when your fabric is all facing up (not folded as sewn in the video). There can be pattern layouts that show right side up (which is the case for asymmetrical patterns), but if there is one one piece in the pattern that is symmetrical (as might be the the case for your pattern) this will mean the pattern needs to be cut face up and face down in order for you to have the opposite piece. Hopefully that sheds some light on your dilemma. Feel free to follow me on instagram at @ltrltrend and DM me personally if you have any further questions! Happy sewing
Excellent! I’m trying to learn to sew...This video was super and you’re super and I subscribed and I can’t wait to check out more of your super cool tutorials! 😎😊
Any tip for avoiding a jagged edge when cutting? Without fail, I have to cut everything twice - once to get the general shape and a second time to remove all the messy jagged parts.
Thanks for your question! Best top to cutting is professional fabric cutting scissors, making sure they are SHARP and never using thwm for paper..AND, while you are cutting make sure that you are keeping the scissors on the tabletop this will help you cut with more stability. And try to take long drags of the scissors rather than little snips. Also depending on the fabric you are using (i.e. chiffon, rayon, light-weight jersey knits, polyester georgette, satin...any light-weight "shifty" fabric) you can use a "toothy" tissue paper underneath your fabric to help stop shifting while cutting. Hope that is helpful - best of luck and Happy sewing!
@@LTRLtrend Seriously, you saved me. I am a vintage store owner who has been shut down since the pandemic. I've spent countless hours upcycling and repairing vintage to sell on line which HAS been somewhat successful, but recently, I challenged myself to actually follow a pattern. Thos is not a fudge it costume affair Jane! Learn to do it right! I'm making an adult size onesie for my 6'6" husband for his birthday in 2 days. Because of your tips, I have avoided falling into the pit of sewers hell. It's actually co.ing out right! I cant wait to watch more of your videos and sew something for myself myself! Muah!
@@unijaner this makes me ecstatic to hear - thank you so much for sharing. This is exactly why I make videos to help people like you understand the process in a straight- forward (and hopefully entertaining) way. I would love to follow your journey, please tag @ltrltrend on instagram if you would like to post your progress? Thanks again, and Happy sewing!!!
Love your style. Just did my first pattern after sewing for three years. Now I want to do it again but do it right. Thanks a million. I started sewing after a hurricane took my boat (home) and everything I had. Sewing came along at just the right time. Bags, hats and even pjs but no patterns. This is a great help.
Thank you for the video. I couldn’t figure out why cutting the fabric was the hardest part for me. I’m left-handed and wasn’t using left-handed fabric scissors. 🙈 I’ve always used regular scissors despite my dominant hand being left, but turns out it is very important for cutting fabric. 😂
Yah, having the right equipment that suits your needs is one of the more impotant factors in cutting. Its like having dull scissors, it is annoying and you struggle the whole way through (causing yourself and the fabric much undue stress). Thanks so much for watching!
Yes, we will definitely be doing a video on velvet. Velvet is one of those very particular fabrics that needs special attention when cutting, ironing and sewing!
I love your videos! Thank you for taking the time to post these. Can you please clarify how to cut the fabric if you want to preserve all 4 sizes that the pattern comes with? That is my dilemma at the moment. Sincerely, new to sewing!
Thanks for watching! In order to preserve all 4 sizes, copy thw pattern you need with a separate piece of tracing paper (make sure to get wide enough paper in order to do this without having to tape pieces together). It's annoy to have to do this, but if you want to keep the other patterns intact, than this is about the only possible way. Best of luck!
@@ThisOrFishing #1 some pieces may need cutting on the fold as the piece is only half the pattern; #2, if it's folded you can cut two at once and be sure you have a left and a right side.
Pre washing the fabric was something that put me off sewing ,but I fully understand the need .I have wasted so much fabric by not flipping the pattern around to cut out ,and ended up with identical pieces which was wrong
I know, I have definitely made that same mistake (multiple times). But taking time to appreciate the process, even our mistakes... helps us learn from them so we can become better at our craft. Thank you for watching and being here in the comments.
Hi , I really appreciate the way you explain, please can you teach me how to cut ladies long coat with big flare over shoulders collar. I will be very appreciated. Have a nice day
Do you have any tips for cutting a pattern that goes from size 3 to 8 on one piece of tissue? There's always a bunch of crazy lines in there. How do I cut the size I need without cutting the actual pattern up? Thanks! Oooh, and I love your humor!
Hi Marcy, yes---if you want to cut out one size but do not want to cut your tissue up consider tracing out your pieces. I give you a basic over view of how to trace here: ua-cam.com/video/YGJH6cz-iss/v-deo.html Best of luck! Thanks for your question.
Thank you! This was helpful, even though I've got some sewing under my belt. (I never thought of the clockwise movement and advantage that it brings. 🤔 Hm....) I do have a question, though. At 10:30 ish, you mention notching in the center back seam and I just don't understand what we are talking about. 🤨🤨 Have a great day!
Thank you so much for being here. Great question, I was notching the center back neck because on a commerical pattern the pieces are cut on fold and therefore there is NO indication for the center back. So I was simply making it easier to find the center back when I sew on the collar - center back notches are cut 1/4" from the fold which would mean you will end up making a double notch as opposed to the center front notch which is cut right at the fold line - which would give you one center notch for CF). Hope this clarifies things for you?! Thanks for watching. 🙏
I’m self taught since last year. I made about 25 garments but nothing looks good or wearable. I just read on Pinterest that I have to have the fabric placed along the salvage. I never knew this. No wonder everything doesn’t hang right
You are correct! The grain line is parallel with the selvage edge and in this video I show you how to line that up the selvage even if you are cutting your piece on the folded edge. And not to worry, this is a VERY common beginner mistake (speaking from experience... I have done this myself). Keep practicing! Thanks so much for watching.
Great question! In theory, yes... cut counterclockwise. When you are cutting you need to keep your pattern flat the table and move the fabric away while cutting, so definitely makes sense! Best of luck with your first project 👊
Can you please post a video how to read the pattern? I show McCalls pattern and I don't understand the back part of it it says 40" and then tables of sizes and then how much yardage you need and then same for 60" so I assume 40" and 60" is the wids of fabric you chose. But there are interfacing and contrast and I don't get what contrast mean and all those tables are gigant hot mess to me.
You are so right, those tables are a HOT mess. There will be a video v soon on how to read commercial patterns, but in short, you will need to measure yourself to understand what size you need to follow (sewing sizes are v different from retail sizes, so don't assume you are a size based on what you buy at retail. Yes, the 40' and 60' refer to the width of the fabrics, so based on the fabric you chose you will need to get the amount of fabric that coordinates with your body measurements and fabric width. Best of luck and hit the notification bell to get updated when we post new videos - bc this one is coming soon!
Hi! Just wanted to share with you (even though it was posted over a year ago... hahaha) you definitely pushed me to make this video. ua-cam.com/video/YGJH6cz-iss/v-deo.html
Amazing Roy! Iam so happy to have you here with me. Last week I just uploaded the Part 2 to this video (cutting plaids and stripes), so maybe that will be helpful to you as well?
Before cutting any pattern I have learnt the hard way I need to make sure what size I am going to cut piece, and if there any lengthening or widening that needs to be taken in account before I cut the pattern pieces. Hence this is the method I use when cutting out pattern pieces. 1 Measure my pear shaped body and write the measurements down on paper. 2 Mark out which sizes my pear shaped fits into. 3 Pin pattern pieces onto fabric, but remembering to leave enough room for pattern pieces that need to be wider. 4 Draw onto the fabric where I need to cut with fabric markers. 5 Cut out pattern pieces according to my markings - which may not be the same as the pattern pieces.
I've been sewing for 25 years and I watched the whole thing :) I'm completely self taught and just discovered the wonderful youtube world of sewers. So I'm actually learning things I never knew or did wrong.
That's amazing! The learning should never stop - I am also learning something new in this realm even though I went to University for Fashion Design. We can always improve on what we know and expland our imagination with new techniques. Thank you so much for watching!
When I used to sew, I actually did a lot of "basting" or hand sewing on things that were more difficult, such as zippers and puffed sleeves. "Basting" is actually a large hand stitching to keep things in place while you permanently sew with the machine. Then, after machine stitching, you take out the "basting" stitch.
You make this so much fun !!
Probably expert 😍
I’m just getting started 🙈
I am a complete beginner and I have to say your tutorials are the best and the easiest to follow I have found on UA-cam, you make it fun to watch and I am learning so much, thank you Faren.
Soooo unbelievably happy to hear this! Seriously, this is exactly why I teach... because sewing should be fun and easy! Thank you for sending me this message of encouragement - it truly made my day. Much love to you and thanks again for watching 🙏♥️
The first UA-camr who says" if you didn't like it no problem thumbs down "
Hahah, constructive criticism only... let me know what you didnt like, so I can improve! 🙏😅
I started sewing young and then didn’t do it for a long time. Now, as an adult (with access to UA-cam!!) I want to slow down and learn to do it “right.” This video was awesome!
Haven't sewn for at least 7 years on a machine and forgot more than I realized. Discovering all the new things on my brand new sewing machine, just a basic one. (lost mine in "Sandy" and starting a new). This video really gave me a lot a renewed confidence, as well as a bit of re-educating me in the basics. Thanks "sew" much. :)
Wonderful to hear, so glad you found me here! Cant wait to know what projects you get started with... Happy sewing!
I just need that table
I wish you were my sewing teacher as you are hilarious to the max and very knowledgeable. Very much fun to learn from you.
Thank you so much Robert! I am glad to hear you like the content. If there is any topics you would like to learn more about, please let me know.
You crack me up !! Your personality is me , lol Teaching myself how to sew at over 50 years old online has been tough...you have made it fun, and learn able!! Also love your work, very cute stuff !! I have always said "Detail" is everything in clothing...you nailed that too !! Keep posting !!! ......J.A.
I really enjoyed this video. The one thing I'd suggest is making necessary adjustments to the paper pattern prior to cutting. I will also make a "dummy" garment of calico or old fabric to check the fit first. It only took me 45 years to learn that. Happy sewing everyone!
I like your style of teaching. You're funny and knowledgeable. The pace is better than hysterical speed. Thanks.
Why did you stop making videos?! You're an amazing teacher. Thank you for demystifying cutting out patterns. 🫶
It is so nice to hear this video helped you! Really appreciate your words.♥️
I enjoy your teaching to the fullest, you gave me good tips and I think I can take it from here. And I love your humor! Thank you for your teaching.
Thanks so much for watching! Really glad to hear the video helped and was also entertaining for you. Happy Sewing!
Thanks for taking the stress out of preparing a pattern on fabric.
Thank you for watching... and commenting! Much love to you
I was really gung ho in Joannes and got super nervous trying to cut my pattern out. Thank you so much, this was very hilarious! I died when you hulk ripped the first piece off after telling us to cut it out lmao
Even tho my sewing machine looks intimidating I just came to point there is no point having it sitting just there I'm goin to get to it and master it. Thanks very informative video love it.
@Zilla922 Persevere and have fun. I'm self taught, too. My mantra is: I'll get this."
You can do it!
Omg! Let me say this…I absolutely love you and this video! It really tickled my stomach❤😊
I am just learning how to sew on my own and I have no idea what I am doing. Today I just learned how to read the pattern and now I’m learning how to cut it out on the fabric. I came across this video and oh my geez, I love it!!!!!!
I'm so glad this video helped you! I hope your sewing project went well!
So this was the most informative sewing video I have seen ever. Thank you so much! I am about to try and sew my first dress!
Wonderful!! So happy to hear this video has helped you. Thank you so much for watching!! Best of luck on your first dress.
Oh Faren, I could watch you be quirky all day. Much love & looking forward to binging all your tips.
Much love to you too! Thank you so much for watching 🙏😘
Great tip re using soap for marking. I’ve never found tailor’s chalk to be much use.
I'm a Faron, learning sewing from a Faren. Love your video!
You helped me so much by explaining why they show pictures of the pieces folded and cut on top of each other it confused me and made my project look ugly, I can’t wait to use your tips to remake it the right way!
Thanks for the help, first timer here in the sewing world. Love your vibe and thanks again.
Welcome! Always happy to help - thank you for watching. Happy sewing!! 🧵
Just started learning how to sew. Thank you so much for existing! Love the vibe here.
Awesome! Thank you so much for being here...
Your sewing tutorials are legitimately the most direct and straightforward on UA-cam thank you so fucking much.
Hahaha, thank YOU so fucking much for watching! The whole reason for starting this channel was to give beginners and other sewers straightforward lessons - glad to know I succeeded in my quest (and hopefully brought you entertainment and a sense of humour as well). Much appreciated!
Thank you for this video. I learned sewing basics as a child. As an adult in my 50’s, I decided I wanted to be able to create my own clothing. I’m also self taught and have been garment sewing for the last two years. The info in your videos has really helped me to elevate my skills. I look forward to watching more of your tutorials.
I'm the same, but no one ever tried to teach me how to sew and I'm only 19. I'm starting to sew with linen bias cut camisole/slip. It is an undergarment, so I'm free to piece and sequeze as much as I can from the fabric. I'm trying to fit 3 slips in 2½ yards. I could fit as much as 4 if it was straight grain, but bias should be better, so I'm going for it
Thank you for sharing... glad to hear I have helped you along your sewing journey.
Appreciate all tutorials, thank you.
Matching fiber to pattern is the most mysterious detail for this infrequent seamstress.🤔
Measure twice, cut once. Cry 0 times :p
lovely personality!
Thank you so much!! Lovely to see you here 🙏🧵
This was really helpful, reading about all this is confusing... This was really clear and helpful
So happy to hear our videos help break-through the noise ans confuaion out there. Thanks for watching!!
▶️ CUT IT OUT [Part 2] Plaids and Stripes ua-cam.com/video/lj-rxfrj4fk/v-deo.html [Part 3] Knits and Stretch Fabric ua-cam.com/video/re0ZVO8VF1A/v-deo.html 🌱Thank you all for being here with me. Much love
Just finding your channel. Started sewing in March. FYI: you pick the best topics to cover. Thanks!
Thanks for being here and watching!
Bonkers your quite simply bonkers. Thank you
Hahaha..Ill take it as a compliment! Hahah... thank you for watching!!!
Best sewing tutorials I've found yet! Super helpful and funny
Thank you thank you thank you! Appreciate you enjoying our content.
From South Africa and enjoying the lessons
Amazing!! Thanks so much for being here and watching. ♥️
Speaking of cuts... love your haircut. Thanks for these great tips.
Thank you! Glad you found the tips helpful. Happy Sewing!
Thanks for sharing. Enjoyed your humor and your explanations were easy to follow. Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much for being here and watching.
@@LTRLtrend you're welcome.
Thanks for the tutorial. I used to do a lot of sewing but life got hectic but now I'm retired I want to get back into it, so I have dug out an old pattern, bought the fabric and am ready to go. Your easy to follow instructions brought it back to me especially the bit about and ironing the pattern and washing the fabric FIRST - ooops! Looking forward to the next tutorial
So glad you found this channel to help you along. Sewing is definitely a wonderful skill to have, its like a rising a bike you never really forget. So many more tutorials coming this new year! Happy sewing 🧵
Yay!!! My new favorite personality on UA-cam.
Wow Crystal, thanks! You made my year 🥳
Thanks! About to attempt my first pattern. Love your style, jokes, and energy.
This was the cutting lesson I have been LOOKING FOR. My god so many projects were lost. Not anymore
I would really love to learn more because I just started to learn how to sew and I don't really understand anything I hope I could learn more from you🥺
Hi Christiana, Thank you so luch for reaching out. What kind of topics do you need help with? Let me know... I am open to suggestions!!
@@LTRLtrend you can start from anywhere 🥺 I really want to learn more
you’re so entertaining, and i learned so much from you. thank you 😂😂🖤
Hahaha, sewing is a passion - so maybe it just comes our naturally entertaining? Thank you so much for watching! Really happy to be here teaching ones that enjoy learning. 🥰🧵
Wow love your channel - most engaging so far - you've got so much energy and enthusiasm! Thank you so much :)
you are a firework.
What were the videos that you recommended watching before cutting fabric? Sorry cant navigate it and lol youre so so fun to watch.
Never mind, found it!
Nice! I love how straight to the point you are plus you are kinda funny too! Keep em coming!!!
Thanks Lisa! To the point and funny? Why would anyone want anything else?! Haha, thanks for watching!
Omg I love ur personality! U had me dying when u almost fell off the table...and at the end when u magically disappeared 😭😂 srsly tho...exactly the info I was looking for and started my day off w a good laugh...Thank you Ma'am! ❤
Thanks so much for watching Crystal! Really happy to hear we were able to make sewing funny and entertaining for you. We are working on some new content coming soon!
@@LTRLtrend yay! can't wait!
This was so fun too watch! Thank you.
Wow, thank you for watching! Glad I could bring some fun to a "boring" topic.
Soap! What a fabulous idea! Why is that not a better known hack!!??
I am not sure why soap has not been bettern known... although I kinda like being the one to share it with you as it was a sewing "secret" of my Italian grandmother. Thanks for watching a appreciating the tip (I will have to let my grandmother know)!
This is great , first time , I would like to learn more
Shawty a legend
I love you, you explained everything so simply.
Wow, thank you for watching! Truely what the channel is for... to explain things simply bc sewing should be fun and accessible. Thanks again for your comment!
Awesome video! Thank you! Also you look so much like young Bridget Fonda!
Thank you for watching! First time I was told I look like Bridget Fonda - thanks!
Thank you. Peace and love from LA.
So glad i found your videos! I thought a grain line was the direction of the fabric strains. But you measured from the grain line to the edge of the fabric. So what’s a grain line? Before your prep and this vendor, i had been cutting it allllll wrong and really didn’t understand how to read a pattern. Thanks
Hi Khalilah, thanks for watching. So glad to hear the videos have help guide you. I hopw to be doing a follow ip video on how to properly read a pattern and talk more in depth about how to go about choosing fabric and explain more about grainlines. Thanks again and happy sewing!
LTRL TREND Faren Tami i finally figured out what a grain line is 😉 but thanks and awesome video
Happy happy valentines
Thank you for the great sewing video! I am just learning to sew again after years of not sewing. So have to learn all over again. Can you tell me what I should use for a cutting table in a small studio apartment? Something inexpensive too. Thanks so much!
Wonderful to hear you are back at it again... glad I could help! The table I have in this video is an offical cutting table, but in my mew studio I have a piece of plywood (I havent painted mine yet, but ideally you would want the surface to be smooth and somewhat slippery so you fabric doeant stick or get caught on the unfinished wood top), and underneath I have a simple desk that I propped up with 4x4 wood blocks to bring it to my almost waist height. Hope this inspires you (to repurpose an old table like mine)!?! Best of luck!
@@LTRLtrend Thanks a lot! That does give me an answer as to the surface of the table. What about the size? I was thinking a plastic folding table would work if it's big enough.
@@debbieculley7532 Best option for dimensions is to make sure you can fit the width a bolt of fabric (largest width of fabric is 150 to 160cm) the other dimension can be something like 120 to 130cm, like a square/rectangular shape bc anything that is too narrow has always been a frustration for me and I ended up cutting out my pattern pieces on the floor instead. Hope you find the greatest table!
@@LTRLtrend Okay, thanks a lot! I already have lots of ideas. I think a 4' x 5' or even a 5' x 5' square piece of fiberboard would work for the top!
Please.. a video on how you made your table! Where did you buy this table? Or maybe a table that is easy a make and similar to this professional looking table? Love your videos 💕 thank you
Funny you ask...actually, there IS a video coming out tomorrow (Feb. 9) on this topic! Stay Tuned ✂️thank you so much for watching
Thank you!! This was so helpful-- and thank goodness you mentioned that sometimes you have to use the same piece twice. I thought I was missing a piece in my pattern. Quick question: the pattern layout I have shows the pattern laying in such a way that it would be face down. Can that be right? I mean, it must be right because that's how the diagram is but it seems weird.
Hi LAM, thanks for watching .... glad I could help! Yes, the pattern can be shown as face down when your fabric is all facing up (not folded as sewn in the video). There can be pattern layouts that show right side up (which is the case for asymmetrical patterns), but if there is one one piece in the pattern that is symmetrical (as might be the the case for your pattern) this will mean the pattern needs to be cut face up and face down in order for you to have the opposite piece. Hopefully that sheds some light on your dilemma. Feel free to follow me on instagram at @ltrltrend and DM me personally if you have any further questions! Happy sewing
Excellent! I’m trying to learn to sew...This video was super and you’re super and I subscribed and I can’t wait to check out more of your super cool tutorials! 😎😊
Amazing! Thanks for watching and giving me a smile. I appreciate you supporting the channel by subscribing... it is lovely to have you here!
Any tip for avoiding a jagged edge when cutting? Without fail, I have to cut everything twice - once to get the general shape and a second time to remove all the messy jagged parts.
Thanks for your question! Best top to cutting is professional fabric cutting scissors, making sure they are SHARP and never using thwm for paper..AND, while you are cutting make sure that you are keeping the scissors on the tabletop this will help you cut with more stability. And try to take long drags of the scissors rather than little snips. Also depending on the fabric you are using (i.e. chiffon, rayon, light-weight jersey knits, polyester georgette, satin...any light-weight "shifty" fabric) you can use a "toothy" tissue paper underneath your fabric to help stop shifting while cutting. Hope that is helpful - best of luck and Happy sewing!
@@LTRLtrend Thank you for the thoughtful and thorough response!
Thank you this was so helpful! I'm about to cut out my pieces for my first sewing project - some pull on culottes - very excited!
Amazing! I'm excited for you.... how did it go?
Very helpful. Absolutely exactly what I was looking for. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching
Omg you are so funny this makes learning so entertaining!
Woman, you are freakin adorable and hilarious and very clear and ....and... I'm sticking with you!
Wow, thank you sooooo much! Happy to know I have fans....that are stickin' around.
@@LTRLtrend Seriously, you saved me. I am a vintage store owner who has been shut down since the pandemic. I've spent countless hours upcycling and repairing vintage to sell on line which HAS been somewhat successful, but recently, I challenged myself to actually follow a pattern. Thos is not a fudge it costume affair Jane! Learn to do it right! I'm making an adult size onesie for my 6'6" husband for his birthday in 2 days. Because of your tips, I have avoided falling into the pit of sewers hell. It's actually co.ing out right! I cant wait to watch more of your videos and sew something for myself myself! Muah!
@@unijaner this makes me ecstatic to hear - thank you so much for sharing. This is exactly why I make videos to help people like you understand the process in a straight- forward (and hopefully entertaining) way. I would love to follow your journey, please tag @ltrltrend on instagram if you would like to post your progress? Thanks again, and Happy sewing!!!
Love your style. Just did my first pattern after sewing for three years. Now I want to do it again but do it right. Thanks a million. I started sewing after a hurricane took my boat (home) and everything I had. Sewing came along at just the right time. Bags, hats and even pjs but no patterns. This is a great help.
I love your vibe ✨😌
Omg I love you!!! You are so real and super funny! Thanks for your knowledge!
Wow! Thank you so much... ♥️🙏
I love your sense of humor and you're so helpful! Thank you! Subscribing now 😁
Thank you for the video. I couldn’t figure out why cutting the fabric was the hardest part for me. I’m left-handed and wasn’t using left-handed fabric scissors. 🙈 I’ve always used regular scissors despite my dominant hand being left, but turns out it is very important for cutting fabric. 😂
Yah, having the right equipment that suits your needs is one of the more impotant factors in cutting. Its like having dull scissors, it is annoying and you struggle the whole way through (causing yourself and the fabric much undue stress). Thanks so much for watching!
Well, good think you found out you werent using the “right” scissors. Im guessing you “left” those pair or scissors
Wonderful video!!!! Please do tutorial using velvet, i.e., how to cut and stop the shifting whilst sewing. Thx
Yes, we will definitely be doing a video on velvet. Velvet is one of those very particular fabrics that needs special attention when cutting, ironing and sewing!
Excellent patterntutrial
Thank you for being here and watching!
I love your videos! Thank you for taking the time to post these. Can you please clarify how to cut the fabric if you want to preserve all 4 sizes that the pattern comes with? That is my dilemma at the moment. Sincerely, new to sewing!
Thanks for watching! In order to preserve all 4 sizes, copy thw pattern you need with a separate piece of tracing paper (make sure to get wide enough paper in order to do this without having to tape pieces together). It's annoy to have to do this, but if you want to keep the other patterns intact, than this is about the only possible way. Best of luck!
Newbie here. Why do you fold the cloth in half? I assume that will give you two pieces but why?
@@ThisOrFishing #1 some pieces may need cutting on the fold as the piece is only half the pattern; #2, if it's folded you can cut two at once and be sure you have a left and a right side.
Love the aesthetic
Very helpful!
Thank you for watching!
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Lol😂 his mom hella funny
Pre washing the fabric was something that put me off sewing ,but I fully understand the need .I have wasted so much fabric by not flipping the pattern around to cut out ,and ended up with identical pieces which was wrong
I know, I have definitely made that same mistake (multiple times). But taking time to appreciate the process, even our mistakes... helps us learn from them so we can become better at our craft. Thank you for watching and being here in the comments.
Hi , I really appreciate the way you explain, please can you teach me how to cut ladies long coat with big flare over shoulders collar. I will be very appreciated. Have a nice day
I’m so happy that I found your Chanel. New to sewing. Thank You for your awesome videos. You had a new subscriber. 😊💐
Thanks so much for the new sub! And yay for new sewing skills 👏
Do you have any tips for cutting a pattern that goes from size 3 to 8 on one piece of tissue? There's always a bunch of crazy lines in there. How do I cut the size I need without cutting the actual pattern up? Thanks! Oooh, and I love your humor!
Hi Marcy, yes---if you want to cut out one size but do not want to cut your tissue up consider tracing out your pieces. I give you a basic over view of how to trace here: ua-cam.com/video/YGJH6cz-iss/v-deo.html Best of luck! Thanks for your question.
You are mad! You’re my cup of tea lol..
Ma'am u r amazing 💓💓so glad I found ur channel
Also glad you have found me in this tiny corner of the internet. Appreciate you being here and watching ✨
You're so much fun 🤗 oh and helpful!
Thank you Bowie! Nice to know I can be helpful as well as bring the fun.
You're wonderful and this video is sooo helpful! Thanks!
So happy to hear that! Thanks so much for watching ♥️
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Yaasss!! I have to give credit to my grandma for that tip -- thanks for watching!
Amazing! Thank you!
Thank you! This was helpful, even though I've got some sewing under my belt. (I never thought of the clockwise movement and advantage that it brings. 🤔 Hm....)
I do have a question, though. At 10:30 ish, you mention notching in the center back seam and I just don't understand what we are talking about. 🤨🤨
Have a great day!
Thank you so much for being here. Great question, I was notching the center back neck because on a commerical pattern the pieces are cut on fold and therefore there is NO indication for the center back. So I was simply making it easier to find the center back when I sew on the collar - center back notches are cut 1/4" from the fold which would mean you will end up making a double notch as opposed to the center front notch which is cut right at the fold line - which would give you one center notch for CF). Hope this clarifies things for you?! Thanks for watching. 🙏
I’m self taught since last year. I made about 25 garments but nothing looks good or wearable. I just read on Pinterest that I have to have the fabric placed along the salvage. I never knew this. No wonder everything doesn’t hang right
You are correct! The grain line is parallel with the selvage edge and in this video I show you how to line that up the selvage even if you are cutting your piece on the folded edge. And not to worry, this is a VERY common beginner mistake (speaking from experience... I have done this myself). Keep practicing! Thanks so much for watching.
Great job. so fantastic video.
Nice way teaching.
Thank you! And thank you for watching...
SO HELPFUL
I suppose cutting fabric clockwise only applies to right-handers? For left-handers, it should be anti-clockwise?
I love your style!! Thank you!!!
Awww, Thank you so much Rayneasha!
Great video, I am about to start my first sewing project. I have a quick question. As a left-hander should I cut anti clockwise?
Great question! In theory, yes... cut counterclockwise. When you are cutting you need to keep your pattern flat the table and move the fabric away while cutting, so definitely makes sense! Best of luck with your first project 👊
first time in my life i had to change the speed to x2.... like god damn this video could have been so much shorter ..
😂me also
This was so helpful! Thank you!
Can you please post a video how to read the pattern? I show McCalls pattern and I don't understand the back part of it it says 40" and then tables of sizes and then how much yardage you need and then same for 60" so I assume 40" and 60" is the wids of fabric you chose. But there are interfacing and contrast and I don't get what contrast mean and all those tables are gigant hot mess to me.
You are so right, those tables are a HOT mess. There will be a video v soon on how to read commercial patterns, but in short, you will need to measure yourself to understand what size you need to follow (sewing sizes are v different from retail sizes, so don't assume you are a size based on what you buy at retail. Yes, the 40' and 60' refer to the width of the fabrics, so based on the fabric you chose you will need to get the amount of fabric that coordinates with your body measurements and fabric width. Best of luck and hit the notification bell to get updated when we post new videos - bc this one is coming soon!
Hi! Just wanted to share with you (even though it was posted over a year ago... hahaha) you definitely pushed me to make this video. ua-cam.com/video/YGJH6cz-iss/v-deo.html
So glad I found your channel. New sub!
Amazing Roy! Iam so happy to have you here with me. Last week I just uploaded the Part 2 to this video (cutting plaids and stripes), so maybe that will be helpful to you as well?
@@LTRLtrend thank you 🙏🏽 🙂
Great video!
Hey where can I get the pre measured sewing patterns for scrub tops
Before cutting any pattern I have learnt the hard way I need to make sure what size I am going to cut piece, and if there any lengthening or widening that needs to be taken in account before I cut the pattern pieces.
Hence this is the method I use when cutting out pattern pieces.
1 Measure my pear shaped body and write the measurements down on paper.
2 Mark out which sizes my pear shaped fits into.
3 Pin pattern pieces onto fabric, but remembering to leave enough room for pattern pieces that need to be wider.
4 Draw onto the fabric where I need to cut with fabric markers.
5 Cut out pattern pieces according to my markings - which may not be the same as the pattern pieces.
I cannot jump straight to cutting out pattern pieces without making sure the cut out pieces are going to fit my figure or the person I am sewing for.
@@flower-uw1hm you are so right! I talk about this breifly in my decoding commercial sewing patterns. Thanks for watching!