How to use a sewing machine

Are you having trouble sewing straight lines on your sewing machine? Here are all the things I wish I'd known when I started learning to sew.

Here's how to: Turn on your sewing machine, set it up, thread it, choose settings, and do your first test sew! This tutorial is perfect for complete beginners who have no idea where to start. The information in this post is directly from Brother, Singer, and Janome sewing machine

So you’ve bought your first sewing machine. Congratulations! Now, what do you do first? We have a few practical suggestions for beginner sewists. These are the most important things you need to know after buying your first sewing machine. #sewing

(Image courtesy of http://0.tqn.com/d/diyfashion/) With our focus being upon obtaining a Sewing Kit this week, I thought it would be most helpful to review some basic stiches. (Image courtesy of http://www.sewdresses.com/) Okay, so you see the stitches, when and what do you use them for? Check out these links for more information! http://www.alternative-windows.com/stitches.htm http://cyberseams.com/article/105045/basics/how_to_sew_by_hand_basic_stitches.html…

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olivia sews on Instagram: "Part 2 of how to thread a sewing machine 🪡🧵✨ Making this video for all the visual learners out there. 🙌🏽 The first time I ever sat down to use my machine it took me over 2 hours to figure out how to thread it. 🤦🏽‍♀️ This can be one of the trickiest parts when you’re first getting started but once you figure it out, it will feel like the easiest thing. ✂️Not all sewing machines are the same but most domestic sewing machines will thread similarly to this…

Learn how to use a sewing machine and participate in Melanie Ham's learn to sew series! This is for absolute sewing beginners and beyond.

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.

Here are some of the most important lessons I picked up in my first year of sewing. This isn't an exhaustive list, but these are some of the things that I struggled with or that confused me at first. These tips and tricks should help a beginner who is just learning to sew.