How to Learn to Sew for Free (Exact Plan for Making your Own Clothes)

Thank you sm for this video. The tips were really helpful xx

WOW! Extremely impressed with the clothing that you made. Like the fact that you tackled a project that you liked/wanted/needed for your first project (The Trench Coat), even though it was probably more advanced than your skill set was at the time. Despite the struggles and frustration, it looks like you did a wonderful job. The jeans are quite impressive too! Keep up the splendid work. You are an inspiration to me and I'm sure many others. BRAVO!

This is very encouraging! Thanks for sharing! 💕

I drifted into sewing when I began buying, refurbishing, and reselling vintage machines: I had to test them to make sure they were working properly and was always scrounging for bits of fabric to test the machines.... One day someone gave me a load of fabric remnants; some of which my teenage daughter took a shine to and thought would make a great working coat.... Could I make one? turned into let's have a go.... A month later I had made a lovely burnt orange wool mix and leather coat, lined with orange and black checkered cotton... I was really pleased, it had took a while and much google searching, YT tutorials, head scratching and lots of unpicking... but I finally got there. My daughter loves it and teams it with her Stetson newsboy cap for that unique look. Since then I've been well and truly bitten by the sewing bug; mainly practical stuff like Jeans, cargo trousers and flannel shirts.... So if I (and I'm a guy) can learn anyone can, picking a harder project and diving in can sometimes be exactly what you need (like your trench coat; not exactly a beginner project)... practice on scraps, google and Tube, and buy a bit extra fabric for the mistakes you will make.... My daughter now sews too has her own machines (vintage) and has now made shirts and dungarees too.

I wanna learn how because I can't find a good style for my self

Thank you 😊

Wow! I can’t believe you started with a trench coat! Amazing!

I was laughing so hard for your first stitch and totally sympathizing! I spent days trying to get my great Aunt's table sewing machine working. The tension was a nightmare and I didn't have internet access at the time. I had to play with everything to get it. This was nearly (if not over) 15 years ago!

Thank you so much for sharing your journey 💖 I am currently trying to find the motivation to get into the groove of starting. I want to start a clothing business and your experiences have really resonated with me. Taking a sewing class in college has made me feel very overwhelmed and rushed. I am now getting back into learning and I’m so thankful that I was led to your video. Thank you 🥰🌟

pls help.. I don't know where to start. The only thing I've sewn is a tote bag but I got interested in sewing because I wanted to learn how to sew my own clothes and lingerie and I just don't know where to start. Like where do I find the perfect fabric? How can I sew my own clothes? how do I learn?

You an absolute DAREDEVIL to have chosen a trench coat as your first project. With my students, I usually suggest a tote bag or PJ pants! Love your videos!

Dear Alexandra :) This is really one of the best sewing videos I have seen. The tip with "buy 3 patterns and make them and don't buy 1000 patterns and fabric because you can't manage to make everything at the same time" is a brilliant tip!!! I like to buy too many patterns, then get annoyed because I spent too much money and do not manage to sew everything. And yes, tastes change so quickly and I don't like the patterns I've already bought and I don't look forward to sewing them anymore, or the fabric I bought doesn't appeal to me anymore!!! I will do the same now, buy 3 patterns and only buy 3 again when I have sewn the other 3!!! :)Best wishes from Germany

I sent this video to my grand daughter who said she would love to sew! Thank you!

I am going to see a trench coat! You inspired me!

You are such a delight! Great tips!! “You know who knew? Google knew” 😊

I don't know, i'm emotional ;( I wanna crying so bad she progress is so hard and me too ;( ;(

Very inspiring video

Thank you for your video, I will no stop sewing love what you said .

Excelente!👏

Wow so awesome

The frustrated cry after the first stitch is so relatable LOLLL

Making trenchcoat and jeans as first projects was like playing bethowen on the piano for learning notes 😂

Don't forget to thread your cotton through the thread guide directly above the needle before sewing.

Thank you so much for another encouraging video Alexandra! I am a good quilter but still struggling to sew clothing. I watch your videos for encouragement and then return to the sewing machine ❤ I am absolutely amazed with your choice of a trench coat for your first project!! You are so brave and I love how you conquered it! Have a wonderful day!

Love it! How can I get free patterns?

Love this as always. I definitely need to stop buying fabric and patterns until I've made some things with the things I already have 😂 Save your money for pizza... Amen! I love the little clips of the first few things you made 😍 You are so cute as always and I absolutely love your lovely new top you're wearing. You look beautiful as always. Aww the clip of you crying when you cut your fabric wrong. It made me feel for you then and still does now. It's so frustrating when you do that 💔

Love this video 🥰🥰🥰

Thanks

I love this! I’m mostly self-taught too, and I wish I had figured out some of these tips a lot earlier in my journey especially the one about not buying so much fabric 😅

Thank you for showing how difficult it can be to figure things out as well. I love the concept that you never stop learning ✨

Thank you, I really appreciate your motivation and flair, you definitely are such an inspiration to many. Remain blessed xxx

I love your sews and I love your personality vibe. I am just now learning after years of frustration how to fix the wrongs of pattern fitting. Let’s face it most patterns were designed for size 10 bust size B. Who picks up a pattern and it fits? It’s frustrating to watch videos of women sewing a pattern but DON’T show the fitting aspect of it. Why is that? I’ve picked up books on fitting and have been working on fit with muslin after muslin. Please show any adjustments you have to make for fitting. Isn’t that the

Well, something you didn’t do at first was certainly search for “easy sewing pattern” 😂 a TRENCH COAT?!?! As first project?!?! I could NEVER hahahahah but kudos to you! My first sewing project was a dress with buttons, I made after buying an online class that was on discount and that came out horribly hahahaah just now I’m trying to modify it to make it wearable 😢❤ but we learn and we grow right?

Your first project was a trench coat? 😳 Good for you.

Hi l want you to make a complete sewing machine tutorial.

I am new to sewing and having trouble following a pattern. I don’t know where to start before even cutting out the pattern. I can’t seem to follow the lines where to do as so many overlapping lines.

OMG. I can’t believe your first project was a trench coat !! I am self taught too and my first clothes were children’s clothes. Smaller and much easier to handle and fit, plus they look so cute. I think you have a natural talent for sewing. You’re so right about embracing failure, it’s just learning and learning is something to be proud of. Xx

Love all of your wonderful, inspirational videos! You’re a joy❤

Wow! What was the pattern brand and number of the trench coat you sewed? You are absolutely amazing!!😲

I’m 63 and I paint life like baby dolls which I discovered two years ago. My sister just bought me a brand new sewing machine because I want to learn how to sew dresses for my beautiful dolls! Generally they are from newborn to toddler size. My sister is also sending me several vintage baby patterns and beautiful fabrics! I’m so blessed to have a loving supportive sister!❤

Soooo helpful!! I was referred here bc I’ve been delaying trying to make clothes after sewing for 3 years! Thank you for the inspiration, perfect timing of this video!

Beautiful story. I’m also learning and enjoying it very much

Omg I love how your first project was a trench coat then you moved on to jeans!!
I started sewing about 6 years ago and those 2 items are still terrifying to me. I do love how you pointed out that maybe your makes aren’t perfect but they’re still amazing and beautiful and give you pride. Definitely a mindset I need to work on. Thanks for the inspiration lady!

I cannot believe you made yourself a trench coat as your first garment. So difficult

I love your videos and find them very inspiring. They have a calming effect and also feel real and down to earth. Thank you and keep sewing ❤

All of your vedious are for meeeeeeeee what a great conection i am so greatfull iam one of your subscribers i feel free and comfertable to send you without even fixing my bad writing hhhhhhh

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I just wish that material did not cost so much over here in Aus 😞 that and I wish I could find an amazing op shop to go shopping in for materials 😀

Enjoyed your videos as usual 🤩

Gracias por la motivacion Desempolvare mi maquina de coser y lo intentare tengo 50 años creo todavia estoy a tiempo de aprender❤