How to start sewing

In this article I'm sharing how I got started sewing, my favourite patterns and fabric stores, and my top 5 beginner sewing tips.

If you've been wanting to learn how to sew but don't know how to use a sewing machine yet, you need to check out Starting to Sew, a free self-paced online class for beginners.

Today I want to share some ideas that might help beginner sewists along the way. These are 15 things I wish I knew when I started sewing. I hope some of these suggestions will make your sewing journey a little smoother. Learning any new skill is going to be challenging at times, and sewing does have a steep learning curve. However, it’s totally doable to teach yourself how to sew, and you will be better at it with time.

If I could go back in time, this is what I would tell myself before I started sewing. I could have learned more and had more sewing success.

A beginners guide for how to cut and sew clothes. This breaks down how clothing is made and how easy the step by step process is!

Learn How to Make Your Own Patterns - Part One Pattern Making Basics - The Pattern Making Process

Do you want to learn to sew? This post is all about how to sew for beginners. If you are scared of your machine read this post today!

Just bought a sewing machine? If you are searching for easy beginner-friendly sewing projects, check out this list of fun projects to sew. This list of sewing tutorials for beginners includes a simple dress to sew, scrunchies, pillow cases, zipper pouches, baby blankets and more. Enjoy!

Order of garment construction.

Sewing terms are important once you introduce yourself into the world of sewing, this way, you can be more vocal and conversational about your new projects.