Video Tutorials

I’m a visual learner and do better being shown than from reading instructions.  Whenever I have a sewing pattern, project or tutorial to share, I’ll often do a video too.  Click on any of the little video thumbnails below and the video will play in the large area at the top of the page.

You can find my YouTube channel at So-Sew-Easy.com

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Monique Bouwmeester

Hi Mayra,
Here’s a message from the Netherlands. I want to make the top High-Low T-shirt but I have an important question. Does your pattern include or exclude seam and hem?
I’m used to using patterns without a seam here. Is that also without seam and hem in your country in America? So should I cut something extra or not?
Thank you very much from Lelystad Netherlands
Monique Bouwmeester

Darlene
Darlene

For the life of me I cannot find the video for the Gardening Tool Belt. I want to have it started and finished before Fathers day. Can someone PLEASE send me the link to the video?

Jessie edwards
Jessie edwards

I have the pdf for the late summer v-top and need help putting the pieces together. I’m no novice to sewing but this makes no sense to me

Norma GarzaMontes
Norma GarzaMontes

How do I assemble the pattern together.

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BY row and then stack them on top of the other, 1-6, 7-10, 11-15 etc., then stack the rows one on top of the other, making sure the grey square is 1 square inch. I hope that helps. If it is an older pattern, 2015 and back here https://so-sew-easy.com/print-assemble-pdf-pattern/

Hilary
Hilary

I am making the Fathers Day shorts, but the sizing seems small. Is the seam allowance included or am I suppose to add it?

maryann powers
maryann powers

I am making the bucket bag and i just added the pocket to the lining with 1/8 inch from bottom.
i am starting to add the bottom now and in the picture it seems the slides of the lining are stitched but i do not see where the instructions tell me to do that and what is the seam allowance.
can you please help.

Debbie Kumu
Debbie Kumu

Hi Myra.

Thanks very much for this tutorials. I love the videos and they are
easy to make. I just need time to sew them. I’m in Papua New Guinea.

Brigitte
Brigitte

Hi Mayra

I have made the walking shorts and love the pattern. One question, have you made the video tutorial on adding the fold up cuffs yet?

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Reply to  Brigitte

Not yet Brigitte, sadly there are not enough hours in the day for the already 16 hours a day work load I was. I am working on it.

Debra Dosen
Debra Dosen

I am a basic beginner to sewing, what would e an easy project for me to start with?

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Reply to  Debra Dosen

HI Debra, there are a few projects my YouTube channel small tote bag https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5KgqiLlL9M. The bralletehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6-KnffUZ8G4&list=PL4YyzIBn8TNL_lLWj4FWEUodUOwjpbvtF a fridge bag https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uXQgk0uMLi0&list=RDCMUCYibABfbKk9SkQirY7es_Fg&index=26 a pillow case is always the easiest https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PddAFucxTrc&list=RDCMUCYibABfbKk9SkQirY7es_Fg&index=11. There are over 200 free patterns with tutorials that can help you start in your journey. But before you do anything please read this post it is the basic to be successful in any project. If you have any questions please send me an email or an Insta message, https://www.instagram.com/soseweasyofficial/

Corinne
Corinne

I love your designs and am just attempting the bucket bag. Is there a video of this as I am struggling with a few little bits with the straps

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Reply to  Corinne

Hi Corinne, not finished with the video yet. How can I help you? You have to thread the strap and sandwich it with the handles. It is a bit different but it works.

Sarah Dines
Sarah Dines

Is there a video for the leather and fabric purse?

jeanie
jeanie

I can’t find the tutorials for the ipad backpack …help please

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Jackie Manley
Jackie Manley

Just discovered your site. It’s fab. I’m 76 and I am happy to learn new things.
Thank you very much.

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Reply to  Jackie Manley

Welcome Jackie, it is never late to be creative and it is certainly never late to learn, so yes stay a while happy you are here! XOXO

Tammy Shinabery
Tammy Shinabery

I can’t believe you offer this wonderful sight —AND ITS EVEN FREE!!! I’ts hard to believe. Your sight makes me terrifically happy, because I have taken many pay classes that were crowded and very hard to even ask a question. I love your tutorials, they are easy to understand, you explain every detail, and that is so important for begginner sewers. Your tutorial for the star coin purse was awsome, and it was so well done I feel confident I can make it. I want to make one for my granddaughter. 2 Questions, because I am not computer savy, I have a hard time finding things and 1. I can not find your video to make the tassel, is there any magic way of telling me how I might get to it??? 2. I also can not find anything about So Sew Easy possibly selling fabric, and I was wondering if you do sell the beautiful leather fabric you made the star coin purse with and the other lovely leather handbag. I have not been able to find a pretty silver like that, and I love the idea of leather. I love you people for your sight and loved reading about your life, but like I said I sometimes have a hard time finding things on all sights—-I will keep playing around though, because I am finding new things each time. Thank you for being such kind and generous people to really teach like you do, because your tutorials really make my day and I’m SURE IT MAKES OTHER PEOPLES TOO, BECAUSE YOU TEACH SO A BEGINNER CAN FOLLOW—-THANKS AGAIN.

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Dear Tammy, your comment warms my heart. Thank you for appreciating all the work that goes into continuing a site such as this. YOU can find great leather on Amazon https://amzn.to/2CEK9S1 such as this in the link. I would also check Tandy Leather they sell all sort of things related to leather craft. As for the fabrics, yes that is in the pipeline, I would like to have a collection out by late next year. Wishing you a Happy 2019, any questions do not hesitate to drop me an email, I might take a bit to answer but will do my best to do it as fast as I can.

Debbie Johnson
Debbie Johnson

Is there a video for chemo headwear? I really want to make it but can’t figure it out. Thanks.

Rhonda F
Rhonda F

Hello,
I purchased the leggings pattern from Etsy and I do not see where the fabric requirements are for each size and option. I’ve emailed through Etsy also. Please advise how much fabric i need to purchase for each size and option of the leggings.
Thanks,
Rhonda

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Reply to  Rhonda F

Hi Rhonda, the possibilities are many, what type of fabric are you using? what is the stretch percentage? What is the width of the fabric? Three possibilities, for each size. As you can see it is a very extensive suggestion, as I see it if you want to save money en purchase only what you need, print the sizes and lay them on a similar fabric and work out the amount of fabric. Pay close attention to the stretch of the fabric. Kind Regards,

Harriet Ortiz
Harriet Ortiz

Bought the pattern for the Ultimate Wallet but the picture tutorial is confusing. Need to access the video on YouTube noted in the pattern but the link doesn’t work. Where can I go to get the instructional video?

Roberta McReynolds
Roberta McReynolds

I hope the video for the chemo headwear will be available soon. I got started but can’t get it all figured out. Thanks,

Debbie Johnson
Debbie Johnson

I am glad to know I am not the only one who can’t figure out the Chemo headware. I need the video too.

Guylaine
Guylaine
Reply to  Debbie Johnson

Same here! So sad I could not understand how to do it. Unfortunately the pictures confuse me. Please! Please! Would you make a video? I want to give this hat to a friend who just ended her treatment. I’m sure she will love it!

Molly
Molly

Hi, is there a pattern download for the hand towel toppers?

Mary W.
Mary W.

This is a wonderful site, I couldn’t make the button hole maker work that came with the machine. Haaa I was putting the thing on backwards. Now I don’t have to change
machines to make button holes. Thank’s for the lesson.

Janni Landgren
Janni Landgren

i don’t know what I should do without this fabulous blog. I have learn so much. The best videos ever. Thanks ti both of you

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Reply to  Janni Landgren

You are welcome Janni.

kim
kim
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Where can I find a pattern to make an excerise skirt with short leggings

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Reply to  kim

Hi Kim! Not yet out, I will have one out for tennis. Stay tuned!

Sharon
Sharon

Is there a video for hig low tunic?

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Reply to  Sharon

Working on it Sharon. Le you know when i have it ready.

Heather
Heather

Hi! I’m ready to take the leap and make the hoodie. Do you have a video for it?

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Reply to  Heather

Coming out this week!

Andy
Andy
Reply to  Mayra Cecilia

Did I miss the video for the hoodie? I don’t see it anywhere and I am looking forward to trying it…I could dive right in to the pattern but would rather watch someone make it first.

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Reply to  Andy

No you did not missed it. I am editing the video and it is taking me longer than I wanted to but I really need to do it well so you can follow along.

Andy
Andy
Reply to  Mayra Cecilia

That is great news!

{ I love your site! I love the things you all come up with…it makes me wish I could create more thing from scratch…but having amazing patterns and tutorials has really made me a better Sewer. }

Brenda
Brenda

Just finished the teeny tiny zippered pouch. Your patterns and tutorials are very well done. Good lighting and camera angles and perfect pace. Thank you for all the great stuff! You make it “so sew easy” & fun!

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Reply to  Brenda

Hi Brenda, thanks for the feedback and really glad you enjoyed it.

Ruth Israeli
Ruth Israeli

I could not find the test square for the eady black cardigan

Mayra Cecilia
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Reply to  Ruth Israeli

Hi Ruth, the pattern now has a test square. Please have a look. Thanks.

Linda Lai
Linda Lai

I still have questions

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Reply to  Linda Lai

I will work on a video, will let you know when is ready.

Gayle
Gayle

Videos are so easy to follow, thankyou so much, I am now going to enjoy my sewing muchmore

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Reply to  Gayle

Hi Gayle, thanks for your kind comments and happy sewing. Please stay tuned. We have many more tutorials on the way.

Rose Shepard
Rose Shepard
Reply to  Gayle

Pattern for towel topper

Louise Visscher
Louise Visscher

Yes — Where have you been all my life ???– I’m 83 years old and still love sewing. Thanks for all your comments . I do have one question on Thread. How to store them – Right now I have them in a large plastic container sitting next to my sewing machine. Do you have other ideas ?? Thank You so much — Louise

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Hi Louise, so great you enjoy the site, your threads are as far as I know well store that way in a plastic container free from dust and humidity. Check out Pinterest there are so many ideas there it would be hard to list them all.

Nancy Hummel
Nancy Hummel

Enjoyed your tutorials on sewing knits, but would like information on what gage needle to use, tension settings, stitch size for i.e.: sewing a knit skirt etc.

Antoinette Thibodeau
Antoinette Thibodeau

so far I think this is pretty awesome! I can’t wait to start my next project, this time I know I won’t being struggling, you offer so many resources, where have you been my whole life? 🙂
Antoinette Milford Ct, USA

farmfarm2015
farmfarm2015

Where in the world I was living! This is the best website I ever seen for sewing. Thank you so much!!!!

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Reply to  farmfarm2015

Thanks and welcome to So Sew Easy!

Teri
Teri

Thank you so much for taking the time to create this video on interfacings. I found it to be very detailed and incredibly helpful when trying to decide which will work best for my next bag-making project.

dell
dell

Love this can sew n without having to buy a magazine.

Marie
Marie

Would like to see a video on DATE NIGHT WRISTLETS BAG. Ordered tho pattern but not very clear on the instructions. Please HELP. THANKS