The sewing tools every beginner really needs: a basic sewing machine, fabric shears, seam ripper, pins, measuring and marking tools, an iron, the right needles and thread, plus what you can skip until later.
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Seam Allowance Explained: What It Is and How to Sew It Accurately
Seam allowance explained for beginners: what it is, the standard widths (1.5 cm, 1 cm, 6 mm), how to tell if it is included, how to sew it accurately, and how to clip, notch, grade and press it.
How to Sew Buttonholes on a Sewing Machine (Beginner Guide)
How to sew buttonholes on a sewing machine: how long to make them, where to place them, using a one-step buttonhole foot, opening them safely, sewing on buttons and fixing the most common problems.
How to Sew with Corduroy: 12 Tips for Beginners
How to sew with corduroy, step by step: choosing the right wale, prewashing, cutting with the nap, needles and stitch length, pressing without crushing the pile, and three free corduroy sewing patterns to start with.