The 10 Most Powerful Sewing Rules I've Ever Learned

The 10 Most Powerful Sewing Rules I've Ever Learned

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Sewing Tips
9 Video Views·Jun 22, 2025  #10 #9 #8

In today’s video, I’m sharing the 10 tried-and-true rules that have made me a better sewist. I’ve learned all of these lessons the hard way over nearly 30 years of sewing. Whether you’ve been sewing for 50 years or less than 1, these can help you improve your skills and (most importantly) ENJOY what you make.

Video Chapters
00:00 - Intro
00:25 - Rule #10: Alternate Easy and Challenging Projects
01:02 - Rule #9: Match Your Techniques to Your Fabric
01:43 - Rule #8: Use the Right Interfacing
02:21 - Rule #7: Create a Plan, But Leave Room to Improvise
03:32 - Rule #6: Use High-Quality Tools
04:15 - Rule #5: Work in Small Chunks
05:07 - Rule #4: Try It On As You Go
05:52 - Rule #3: Find Your Signature Fabrics
06:40 - Rule #2: Write Down What You Learn (And Share It)
07:24 - Rule #1: Learn Something New With Every Project