Teach Yourself to Sew, Season 1
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This series for beginning sewers provides a complete course in mastering the basics. Our experienced Threads editors personally walk you through the fundamentals, from threading your machine through attaching that final button. The skills found in Teach Yourself to Sew are perfect for new sewers or for those looking to brush up on the basics. Lessons include hemming, attaching buttons and zippers, how to iron, and sewing a jacket from a pattern.
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Episodes in this Series
Teach Yourself to Sew
Get started learning how to sew with our beginner video series.
Equipment 101
Learn the basics about sewing machines, sergers, and irons.
Notions 101
Learn which notions you need and how to choose.
Patterns 101
Learn the anatomy of a sewing pattern.
How a Stitch is Made
Learn how a stitch is made, how to thread a machine, and how a sewing machine works.
A Trip to the Fabric Store
Join us as we visit a super fabric store and explain how to find all the things you will need.
Fabric 101
Learn about the different types of fabric that are available.
Project: Make a Felt Jewelry Bag
Learn how to make this cute felt jewelry bag.
Knit Fabrics
Learn everything you need to know about knit fabrics.
Woven Fabrics
Learn about the qualities of woven fabrics.
Project: How to Sew a Bias-strip Scarf
Learn how to sew a bias-strip scarf in this step-by-step tutorial.
How to Sew a Basic Seam
Get started by mastering the skill of sewing a basic seam.
How to Sew French and Lapped Seams
Two new seams for you to try.
Clipping and Trimming Seams
This technique is important for constructing well made garments.
How to Mark a Dart
Learn three ways to mark a dart.
How to Sew a Dart
Sewing darts is a necessary skill for properly fitting your garments.
Finishing Edges
Learn about different ways to finish edges.
Faced Edges
Learn about how to finish your edges by sewing a facing, including choosing a fusible interfacing.
How to Hem
Learn the anatomy of a hem and how to sew one by hand or machine.
Bias Binding
Learn about binding with bias tape.
Zippers 101
Learn about the anatomy of a zipper and how to choose the right one.
How to Install a Zipper
Learn how to install a zipper into your garments.
Buttons 101
Learn all you need to know about different varieties of buttons.
How to Sew Buttons, Snaps & Hooks
Learn how to sew on various buttons, snaps, and hooks.
How to Sew a Buttonhole
Learn how to position and sew a buttonhole correctly.
Project: How to Sew a Skirt
Follow along as we sew a skirt.
Sleeves 101
Learn about different types of sleeves and how to piece together a sleeve pattern.
How to Sew a Sleeve
Learn how to set a sleeve into your garment.
Pressing Equipment 101
Learn about all of the pressing equipment necessary for garment sewing.
How to Iron
Learn the difference between pressing and ironing.
Project: Make a Jacket Part 1
See how to use a pattern to create a jacket in this step-by-step tutorial.
