How to Read a Sewing Pattern with Liesl Gibson I Creativebug

Sewing patterns are often a mysterious language unto themselves -- but Liesl Gibson is here to demystify the process.

About this class:
Liesl previously formerly worked as a designer at Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger, and now designs sewing patterns for her company, Oliver + S, as well as the Lisette line of patterns that is carried at Jo-Ann stores nationwide. This class is chock full of tips and best practices so you will be set up to start sewing for yourself!

About Creativebug:
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In this class Liesl explains all the components of sewing patterns, including: "Click show more"
@0:22 reading the pattern envelope
@ 3:36 taking accurate measurements
@6:53 fabric recommendations
@10:54 understanding the guide sheet
@15:26 working with pattern pieces
@21:38 layout and cutting

How to Read a Sewing Pattern with Liesl Gibson I Creativebug

[jenniferhutchings]

She’s the Bob Ross of sewing, so calming and so educational. Love it

[gardengirl]

This was the best video I’ve watched for a beginner. No crazy background music, no nonsense, no confusing weird language. Just simple, easy to understand information! Thank you so much!

[julzgulz]

I read this title as “how to read a sewing pattern with lies” and thought, finally! A video for me. So many patterns seems to be rife with devious inaccuracies. 😅

[renetorry]

You are organized. No rambling or bumbling. Great teaching skills. Helped me a lot

[aqsadaf]

I have been sewing for 2 decades....still found this tutorial one of the best and easiest to follow. Barvo

[markmeybell]

I'm in corporate education and I would be over the moon to have all of my facilitators & instructors deliver with the patience and clarity that Liesl demonstrates. I'm dabbling with the idea of beginning to sew and this video helped demystify the patterns that used to give me anxiety back in high school home ec.

[saraclouse]

I've never made any clothing from a pattern, and my first project, I'm tackling a dress pattern from 1949! I'm intimidated, but this video helped me feel so much more at ease!! Glad I found it.

[Seekknockask]

Liesl is such a great teacher.  Wished I could take a class in person.  She explains things on  a level that a beginner can understand.  Thank you so very much Liesl for taking your personal time to teach the rest of us :-)

[a.y.]

Thank you so much for this explanation. I am a beginner and this is really helpful. Cheers

[Hey_candACE]

You have a really nice and easy teaching voice.  Thank you

[jmrocks]

Not many people are natural teachers, but you! I’ve seem many videos on how to read a pattern, and yours is the most logically organized as well as smoothly executed. Great job!

[SHELLY]

THIS IS THE BEST VIDEO THAT I HAVE SEEN FOR BEGINNERS!!!! VERY YOU EXPLAIN EVERY DETAIL AND WHY. I AM GOING TO SUBSCRIBE TODAY. I FELT LIKE I WAS IN SCHOOL. I DID NOT WANT TO MOVE MY EYES OFF OF THE VIDEO!!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!

[lexyiero]

You made it so easy to understand! I am a fashion student who gave up my passion and want to get back into garment constructing but it’s been years and I didn’t know where to start! This was a great refresher and so informative and clear! Thank you!

[juliagarcia]

thank you so much this is the most and only helpful sewing pattern video I have watched on youtube

[finhisself]

I came here for a beginner's lesson. Now, I know way more than I did before, but I'm also too soothed and relaxed by Liesl's explanation to get back up and work.

[hippocampus]

I'm late to the party, but I also want to say: thank you Liesl for making a pattern less daunting. Also, you have a really soothing voice!

[amyosgood]

I was taught years ago to sew in 4-H, sadly I don't think I ever really learned to read a pattern. You've made it much easier to understand. Thank you!

[dezzysa]

Thank you so much. I was expecting patterns and their instructions to be way more comprehensive, but when I opened mine up I was completely lost. This information is invaluable.

[MexicanHotChic]

I’ve only sewn by eye and measurements, and I’ve made a lot of clothing and even a prom dress. I have always bought patterns but I’ve been too scared and confused to use them. I found this so helpful thank you

[estellita]

I love you :).... I am starting my very first sewing I know now after watching this I CAN DO IT!