Sewing videos
Free videos we've picked to go with our guides. Each is embedded from YouTube and credited to its creator.
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– Pinny
- Tip: Look at step-by-step photos as you sew, and don’t skip steps. Source: Funky Friends Factory: Toy-making tips
How to sew a basting stitch
By Professor Pincushion on YouTube. Goes with Basting (tacking) by hand and machine.
Perfect blind hem: how to sew invisible hems on a sewing machine
By The Last Stitch on YouTube. Goes with How to sew a blind hem on a machine.
How to: herringbone / catch stitch (tailoring / hemming) (blind hem by hand)
By Made to Sew on YouTube. Goes with Hand-sewn catch stitch (herringbone) hem.
How to chain piece quilt rows
By Suzy Quilts on YouTube. Goes with Chain piecing.
How to: change needle on sewing machine (sewing for beginners)
By Made to Sew on YouTube. Goes with How to change a sewing machine needle.
How to choose the right fabric for the right sewing pattern! ✂know what you're actually looking for!
By Evelyn Wood on YouTube. Goes with How to choose fabric for a pattern.
Sewing pattern sizing: everything you need to know to choose your perfect size
By Sydney Graham on YouTube. Goes with How to choose your sewing pattern size.
What's the best fabric to use for a toile or mockup? muslin? calico? bedsheets? what about knits???
By Evelyn Wood on YouTube. Goes with Choosing fabric for a toile.
How to use a point presser & clapper
By Minerva on YouTube. Goes with Using a clapper and point presser.
How to sew curves: clipping vs notching
By Heather Handmade on YouTube. Goes with Clipping and notching curves.
How to cut out sewing pattern pieces - updated
By Professor Pincushion on YouTube. Goes with How to cut out a sewing pattern.
Differential feed on the Singer® 14cg754 serger
By Singer Sewing Company on YouTube. Goes with Differential feed: no more wavy knit seams.
How to sew an elasticated waist channel
By Tilly and the Buttons on YouTube. Goes with How to sew an elastic waist casing.
What is the grain of fabric? what is the grainline? and how to find and use it! - sewing terminology
By Evelyn Wood on YouTube. Goes with Fabric grain and bias explained.
Easy how to sew a true flat felled seam sewing tutorial 3 versions- step by step sewing tutorial
By Notches Sewing on YouTube. Goes with How to sew a flat-felled seam.
How to sew a fly front zipper | sewing technique for beginners
By Thuy sewing on YouTube. Goes with How to sew a fly-front zip.
How to sew French seams
By Tilly and the Buttons on YouTube. Goes with How to sew French seams.
How to do a full bust adjustment on a dartless bodice | beginner-friendly sewing tutorial
By Tilly and the Buttons on YouTube. Goes with Full bust adjustment (FBA) basics.
Easy half square triangles tutorial // the easiest way to make HST quilt blocks for beginners
By Homemade Emily Jane (Emily) on YouTube. Goes with Half-square triangles (HSTs).
How to shorten jeans-keep the original factory jean hem - pro results with domestic sewing machine
By Notches Sewing on YouTube. Goes with Shortening jeans and keeping the original hem.
Place and sew hooks and eyes correctly
By Threads Sewing on YouTube. Goes with How to sew on hooks and eyes.
How to sew an invisible zipper - updated
By Professor Pincushion on YouTube. Goes with How to sew an invisible zip.
Learn to sew – how to insert a lapped zip
By Minerva on YouTube. Goes with How to sew a lapped zip.
How to machine bind a quilt
By SewVeryEasy on YouTube. Goes with How to bind a quilt by machine.
How to sew with a one step buttonhole foot
By Professor Pincushion on YouTube. Goes with How to sew buttonholes on a machine.
Why bother making a toile/ mock-up/ muslin?? and how making one can improve your sewing!
By Evelyn Wood on YouTube. Goes with How to make a toile (muslin).
Tutorial: how to make bias tape for garment sewing
By Seamwork on YouTube. Goes with How to make bias binding.
How to sew a mitered corner
By OnlineFabricStore on YouTube. Goes with How to sew mitred corners.
Beginners guide to overlockers
By Sew Essential on YouTube. Goes with Overlocker basics for beginners.
How to serge a rolled hem
By Sewing Parts Online on YouTube. Goes with Rolled hem on an overlocker.
How to fix overlocker thread tension issues
By Sew Essential on YouTube. Goes with Fixing overlocker tension.
How to sew on snaps {press studs} : easy tutorial for beginners
By Treasurie on YouTube. Goes with How to sew on press studs (snaps).
Pressing and ironing fabric for sewing
By Professor Pincushion on YouTube. Goes with Pressing as you sew: the basic routine.
How to press seams to one side and open
By Marci Baker on YouTube. Goes with Pressing quilt seams: open or to the side.
How to sew a quarter inch seam for quilting with confidence
By Pretty Simple Sara on YouTube. Goes with Sewing an accurate quarter-inch seam.
🧵 Quilt sandwich tricks every beginner should know- how to baste your quilt.
By Just Get it Done Quilts on YouTube. Goes with Making and basting a quilt sandwich.
Make a quilters knot
By Threads Sewing on YouTube. Goes with How to tie a quilter's knot.
How to understand sewing patterns (for beginners!)
By vintage thirsty on YouTube. Goes with How to read a sewing pattern.
How to use a rotary cutter - updated
By Professor Pincushion on YouTube. Goes with Using a rotary cutter safely.
Running stitch how to - basic sewing (hand embroidery & hand sewing)
By Red Ted Art (Maggy Woodley) on YouTube. Goes with Running stitch and backstitch.
What is seam allowance - sewing basics
By Professor Pincushion on YouTube. Goes with Seam allowance explained.
How to sew a French seam | sewing machine
By Howcast on YouTube. Goes with Seam finishes for beginners.
How to sew in a straight line - sewing tip for beginners | Sew Quaint.
By SEW QUAINT. on YouTube. Goes with How to sew in a straight line.
DIY | how to shorten and hem suit trousers/ dress pants • Sami Doll tutorials
By Sami Dolls on YouTube. Goes with How to shorten trousers.
How to hand sew a slip stitch (ladder stitch) so easy!
By Cutesy Crafts on YouTube. Goes with Slip stitch (ladder stitch) for invisible closing.
How to sew a stay stitch - updated
By Professor Pincushion on YouTube. Goes with Staystitching: stop curves stretching.
Learn to sew – how to sew a sway back adjustment
By Minerva on YouTube. Goes with Swayback adjustment.
What is a tailors pressing ham
By SewVeryEasy on YouTube. Goes with How to use a tailor's ham.
How to measure for sewing patterns | sewing for beginners
By The Stitch Sisters on YouTube. Goes with How to take your body measurements.
Take in sides dress correctly from underarm
By Judith Turner on YouTube. Goes with Taking in a dress at the side seams.
Threading the overlock machine
By University of Derby on YouTube. Goes with How to thread an overlocker.
How to wind bobbin and thread a Janome sewing machine
By Ashley Kalfas on YouTube. Goes with How to thread a sewing machine and wind a bobbin.
How to understitch a facing
By Threads Sewing on YouTube. Goes with Understitching facings and linings.
How to use a walking foot attachment | sewing machine
By Howcast on YouTube. Goes with What a walking foot does and when to use it.
How to hand sew a whip/overcast stitch (basic hand stitches)
By sewberry on YouTube. Goes with Whip stitch (overcast stitch).
How to attach sew-on snaps
By OnlineFabricStore on YouTube. Goes with How to sew on press studs (snaps).
How to press seams open in quilting - Fat Quarter Shop
By Fat Quarter Shop on YouTube. Goes with Pressing quilt seams: open or to the side.
DIY continuous bias binding - super fast sewing tutorial!
By SewCanShe on YouTube. Goes with How to make bias binding.
What is staystitching? and why you don’t want to skip this crucial step in sewing!
By Evelyn Wood on YouTube. Goes with Staystitching: stop curves stretching.
How to sew the easiest mitered corner using shortcuts !! easy way to make napkins etc...
By Notches Sewing on YouTube. Goes with How to sew mitred corners.
How to get a perfect quarter inch seam allowance every time with Rob Appell
By Stitchin' Heaven on YouTube. Goes with Sewing an accurate quarter-inch seam.
How to sew a snap closure - how to hand sew a snap on a garment so it won't fall off!!
By Meghan Grace DIY on YouTube. Goes with How to sew on press studs (snaps).
Bernina l 460 serger manual - differential feed
By J Stern Designs on YouTube. Goes with Differential feed: no more wavy knit seams.
What is a seam allowance? sewing terms - learn sewing terminology
By Evelyn Wood on YouTube. Goes with Seam allowance explained.
Tips for cutting fabric accurately ✂️
By Tilly and the Buttons on YouTube. Goes with How to cut out a sewing pattern.
How to chain piece a quilt
By ISeeStarsQuilting on YouTube. Goes with Chain piecing.
How to sew the fly/zipper on pants
By Cornelius Quiring on YouTube. Goes with How to sew a fly-front zip.
Hand sewing tutorial (right handed): backstitching
By Sewn Company on YouTube. Goes with Running stitch and backstitch.
🧵👻 Achieve the perfect quarter inch seam with this tutorial!
By Just Get it Done Quilts on YouTube. Goes with Sewing an accurate quarter-inch seam.
How to read a sewing pattern for beginners || beginner sewing skills (how to sew clothes)
By Madison Lynn on YouTube. Goes with How to read a sewing pattern.
Sewing how to: rolled hem on the serger for chiffon and stretch fabrics
By Sasa Time on YouTube. Goes with Rolled hem on an overlocker.
How to sew an understitch for a facing or lining - updated
By Professor Pincushion on YouTube. Goes with Understitching facings and linings.
How to sew a catch stitch
By Professor Pincushion on YouTube. Goes with Hand-sewn catch stitch (herringbone) hem.
How to sew buttonholes for beginners | GA014
By Glory Allan on YouTube. Goes with How to sew buttonholes on a machine.
How to table baste your quilt sandwich
By Pin Cut Sew on YouTube. Goes with Making and basting a quilt sandwich.
With this method ✨️anyone✨️ can take in a dress (even w/ boning!)
By Sparkle Sewing on YouTube. Goes with Taking in a dress at the side seams.
How to sew a flat felled seam | sewing machine
By Howcast on YouTube. Goes with How to sew a flat-felled seam.
How to choose the right fabric for your sewing projects! | Thrills and Stitches
By Thrills and Stitches on YouTube. Goes with How to choose fabric for a pattern.
How to thread a serger - overlock machine
By Sewing Parts Online on YouTube. Goes with How to thread an overlocker.
Stay stitch for beginners | sewing tutorial with Angela Wolf
By Craftsy on YouTube. Goes with Staystitching: stop curves stretching.
Quick tips: 5 tips for perfect pressing when sewing
By Seamwork on YouTube. Goes with Pressing as you sew: the basic routine.
Inserting a lapped zipper for beginners | sewing tutorial with Callie Works-Leary
By Craftsy on YouTube. Goes with How to sew a lapped zip.
When, why and how to clip, trim, notch and grade seam allowances when sewing
By Sewing with Londa on YouTube. Goes with Clipping and notching curves.
Pressing perfectly flat open seams on a 9 patch: the best methods!
By Mary B on YouTube. Goes with Pressing quilt seams: open or to the side.
How to sew a hook and eye | Sew Anastasia
By Sew Anastasia on YouTube. Goes with How to sew on hooks and eyes.
How to sew a lapped zip (two ways)
By The Sewing Whisperer on YouTube. Goes with How to sew a lapped zip.
Quilters knot tutorial
By Amanda Lipscomb on YouTube. Goes with How to tie a quilter's knot.
Understanding fabric as a beginner sewing | EP. 05
By Glory Allan on YouTube. Goes with How to choose fabric for a pattern.
How to do a full bust adjustment- pattern drafting for beginners
By The Creative Couture Studio on YouTube. Goes with Full bust adjustment (FBA) basics.
How to sew a straight stitch (tutorial)
By OnlineFabricStore on YouTube. Goes with How to sew in a straight line.
How to hand sew an invisible stitch (tutorial)
By OnlineFabricStore on YouTube. Goes with Slip stitch (ladder stitch) for invisible closing.
Clipping and notching - how to sew perfect curves & corners
By Giorgia Costumes on YouTube. Goes with Clipping and notching curves.
How to sew a ladder stitch - slip stitch, blind stitch or invisible stitch instructions
By Melly Sews on YouTube. Goes with Slip stitch (ladder stitch) for invisible closing.
What can a walking foot do for your sewing?
By Evelyn Wood on YouTube. Goes with What a walking foot does and when to use it.
How to sew a French seam step-by-step | sewing tutorial with Angela Wolf
By Craftsy on YouTube. Goes with How to sew French seams.
Sewing 101 - basting stitch
By DIYraven on YouTube. Goes with Basting (tacking) by hand and machine.
Rotary cutting tip for beginners- Crafty Gemini
By TheCraftyGemini on YouTube. Goes with Using a rotary cutter safely.
How to find the grainline with no selvage? 3 tips to find the grainline on any fabric, even scraps!
By Evelyn Wood on YouTube. Goes with Fabric grain and bias explained.
Identifying your fabric: selvage, bias and grain line | Craftsy sewing tutorial
By Craftsy on YouTube. Goes with Fabric grain and bias explained.
Tailors ham ironing secrets professionals use daily
By Sew Anastasia on YouTube. Goes with How to use a tailor's ham.
How to set the tension on any overlocker
By La Romi on YouTube. Goes with Fixing overlocker tension.
👍 How to use your rotary cutter - 10 tips for better results
By Just Get it Done Quilts on YouTube. Goes with Using a rotary cutter safely.
How to sew an elastic waistband. easy ways of making waistband casings
By Sewway on YouTube. Goes with How to sew an elastic waist casing.
How to bind a quilt: foolproof tips for great results | quilting tutorial
By Craftsy on YouTube. Goes with How to bind a quilt by machine.
🌸 How to make a half square triangle - 4 easy ways + cheat sheet!
By Erica Arndt on YouTube. Goes with Half-square triangles (HSTs).
Quilting basics - making a perfect half square triangle block
By Just Get it Done Quilts on YouTube. Goes with Half-square triangles (HSTs).
Sewing for beginners: how to press a seam while sewing
By Let's Learn To Sew on YouTube. Goes with Pressing as you sew: the basic routine.
How to chain piece - time saving quilting technique - Fat Quarter Shop
By Fat Quarter Shop on YouTube. Goes with Chain piecing.
DIY bias tape / the easiest way
By Jan Howell on YouTube. Goes with How to make bias binding.
How to sew a French seam | professional seam finish for delicate fabrics
By Made to Sew on YouTube. Goes with How to sew French seams.
How to make a quilters knot
By Needlepointers on YouTube. Goes with How to tie a quilter's knot.
Get great pressing results with a tailor's clapper
By Nancy's Notions on YouTube. Goes with Using a clapper and point presser.
Learn how to sew an elastic waistband for shorts, skirts & pants in 3 minutes! | @sewquaint
By SEW QUAINT. on YouTube. Goes with How to sew an elastic waist casing.
What is understitching? why you don't want to skip this crucial sewing step (esp. for pro finishes)!
By Evelyn Wood on YouTube. Goes with Understitching facings and linings.
How to make a basting stitch | sewing machine
By Howcast on YouTube. Goes with Basting (tacking) by hand and machine.
Sew a blind hem stitch on a home sewing machine | sewing tutorial with Angela Wolf
By Craftsy on YouTube. Goes with How to sew a blind hem on a machine.
How to avoid annoying wavy seams in knit fabrics
By Line of Selvage on YouTube. Goes with Differential feed: no more wavy knit seams.
How to use: point presser & clapper
By The Confident Stitch on YouTube. Goes with Using a clapper and point presser.
Cutting out sewing pattern on fabric
By Let's Learn To Sew on YouTube. Goes with How to cut out a sewing pattern.
How to thread an overlocker 2504d | Brother Australia
By BrotherAU on YouTube. Goes with How to thread an overlocker.
Sewing skill builder: how to change a sewing machine needle.
By LearnCreateSew (LearnCreateSew) on YouTube. Goes with How to change a sewing machine needle.
Invisible hem tutorial | easy with sewing machine
By Anette Aguirre on YouTube. Goes with How to sew a blind hem on a machine.
How to make a tailor's ham ... and why you need one
By Cornelius Quiring on YouTube. Goes with How to use a tailor's ham.
Easy way to baste (sandwich) a large quilt | quilting tutorial with Amy Gibson
By Craftsy on YouTube. Goes with Making and basting a quilt sandwich.
How to use an overlocker (are they worth it??) | sewing for beginners - episode 5
By Rosery Apparel on YouTube. Goes with Overlocker basics for beginners.
Sewing 101 | how to accurately measure your body
By Studio Quirk on YouTube. Goes with How to take your body measurements.
How to sew a whip stitch to hem
By Cutesy Crafts on YouTube. Goes with Whip stitch (overcast stitch).
How to: measure (fitting, dressmaking, sewing)
By Made to Sew on YouTube. Goes with How to take your body measurements.
How to use an automatic buttonhole foot
By Sewing Parts Online on YouTube. Goes with How to sew buttonholes on a machine.
DIY swayback adjustment
By Rivet Patterns on YouTube. Goes with Swayback adjustment.
15 Tips for reading sewing instructions!
By Catherine Sews on YouTube. Goes with How to read a sewing pattern.
How to sew: whip stitch | hand sewing tutorial along a seam or raw edge | beginner's quick lesson
By Rokolee DIY on YouTube. Goes with Whip stitch (overcast stitch).
Serger thread tension: the only guide you'll ever need, I promise
By Line of Selvage on YouTube. Goes with Fixing overlocker tension.
Best sewing trick - how to hem jeans without cutting the original hem! Miarti 🧵✂️
By Miarti - Sewing Tips on YouTube. Goes with Shortening jeans and keeping the original hem.
Backstitch how to - basic sewing (embroidery & hand sewing)
By Red Ted Art (Maggy Woodley) on YouTube. Goes with Running stitch and backstitch.
How to sew a flat felled seam aka the strongest seam
By MadamSew on YouTube. Goes with How to sew a flat-felled seam.
Drafting, sewing, and fitting a toile
By Unpicker on YouTube. Goes with How to make a toile (muslin).
Alteration 101: invisible alterations - taking in a lined side seam
By One Girl Creates on YouTube. Goes with Taking in a dress at the side seams.
The simple way to adjust the bust (full bust adjustment) on any sewing pattern!
By Sew Anastasia on YouTube. Goes with Full bust adjustment (FBA) basics.
How to sew: herringbone catch stitch | hemming heavy fabrics & knits | hand sewing for beginners
By Rokolee DIY on YouTube. Goes with Hand-sewn catch stitch (herringbone) hem.
How to do a sway back adjustment with no center back seam
By J Stern Designs on YouTube. Goes with Swayback adjustment.
How to use a walking foot for sewing
By Melly Sews on YouTube. Goes with What a walking foot does and when to use it.
The secret setting for perfect rolled hems on any serger
By Sookie Sews on YouTube. Goes with Rolled hem on an overlocker.
Tutorial: how to sew a mitered corner
By Seamwork on YouTube. Goes with How to sew mitred corners.
Blind hem your dress pants with a home sewing machine
By Aspiring Gent on YouTube. Goes with How to shorten trousers.