Beginning a Skirt with Deborah Kreiling from Simplicity Patterns I Creativebug

About this class:
Deborah Kreiling has been creating sewing patterns with the Simplicity Pattern Company for 35 years, and in her four-part course, she will teach you all of the basic skills you need to know to follow a pattern and make gorgeous clothing. Creativebug is offering this first class for free, so you will learn how to start making an iconic gathered skirt. While this garment is fairly simple, it offers lots of learning opportunities.

About Creativebug:
Our Creativebug channel brings you inspiration and know-how to realize your creative potential. Experience the pride and satisfaction of making something by hand, through hundreds of videos featuring top designers and artists.

Timecodes:
@1:40 Materials
@3:53 Take measurements to determine size
@5:08 How to read the pattern
envelope and choose fabric
@6:38 How to read the
guide sheet
@13:14 Cut out pattern pieces
@14:58 Cut out fabric and
transferring marks
@18:15 Sew center back
seam
@21:02 Press seams
@21:48 Attach pockets
@23:42 Sew side front seams and finishing pockets
@27:56 Sew gathering stitches
@29:56 Apply interfacing and make Yoke

About Deborah:
Deborah Kreiling has worked at the Simplicity Pattern Company for over thirty-five years. She first came to Simplicity as a sewing instruction writer and now holds the position of Design Development Director. She works directly with every patternmaker, seamstress, writer and illustrator to make sure that that every sewing pattern can be successfully and happily sewn at home.

Tools & Materials:
– Simplicity Pattern #1369, available at
(see back of pattern envelope to ensure you are
buying the right size)
– Fabric (see pattern envelope for fabric
recommendations and exact quantities)
– 7/8 yard lightweight fusible interfacing
– Thread in matching color
– 7” invisible zipper
– Pins
– Water-soluble pencil or chalk
– Seam ripper
– Fabric shears
– Snips
– Tape measure
– Painter’s tape (optional)
– Iron and ironing board
– Invisible zipper foot
– Sewing machine

Sew a Skirt with Deborah Kreiling from Simplicity Patterns I Creativebug

[dianacruzhiatt]

I'm only 2 minutes in, but I love this lady! She is clear, precise, sure of herself. Great teacher!

[JG-yhwz]

As a totally green sewer who has never sewn in her life, I have found the Creative Bug sewing tutorials to be the absolute best. I really needed to see all the little details in the process and you did an amazing job. Thank you so much. I will probably watch this a dozen times before I actually begin this project!

[Wandee]

She said she would walk you through it and that exactly what she did. I really enjoyed this video,  cause she got right to the point she explained what she was doing and how it was done. This is the best video I've seen yet, If you can't sew after this you really can't sew.

[KnitOutTheJams]

I love this woman, she's so helpful and informative.

[Carol-Bell]

It's silly I'm watching this class, I've been sewing for 40 years... and I get tears in my eyes reading all the comments from people learning to sew here...  I tell everybody I can about Creativebug:)  The monthly $4.99 is so worth having unlimited access to the variety of classes and great teaching  here!  And I'm NOT being paid to say this!!!!  :):):)

[melynimason]

I just bought my first sewing machine. I was bopping around on YouTube for some beginner videos. I came across this one this morning and was thrilled. I want to tell you that I just went to your website and signed up for premium access. I never even knew you existed! Thank you so much!!!! I'm so excited!

[DuncanMcCloud]

This woman is AMAZING! Clear and helpful, thank you so much! Enjoyed every second of it

[Enayaaa]

I feel like I'm attending an online class so fun!

[Makeni]

Thank you so much for making this video, you are an excellent instructor. I learned so much from your videos. Just wonderful, I can listen to you for hours.

[bjblack]

I love this lady, she explains everything and carefully and in ways that is so easy to get. I love simpicity and even more now that this lady is a part of this company

[Murrison]

The production quality of this lesson is fantastic.

[flyingcloud]

This is a great video. Ms. Kreiling is a great teacher. Your techniques are most welcome and I am going to get back into sewing you!

[yanalaire]

I want to be a Fashion Designer when I grow up when im 7 until now but I dont know how to sew clothes, but because of you I already know, Thanks for sharing your knoledge

[elizabethmatthews]

After watching her share so much knowledge and expertise in Part 1not only am I hooked I am encouraged to pull out that old machine and give it a go! She articulates so well I think I can follow her in an online class... How much? Loll!!!

[laurabarsay]

You are a wonderful teacher. This has been so clear, thank you!

[tanjowil]

Firstly, thank you so much for your time and effort walking through this tutorial. I bought this exact pattern 1 month ago so now I can get started. Much appreciated.💐🍹

[bestywiggins]

Yes to Creative Bug as mentioned below. They have this exact video and TONS more for a free trial, then $7.95/mo after if you like it. It’s a great site! Thank you for the tip!!

[favoriteladyl]

Wonderful, no nonsense instructor. I love you!

[monstermommy]

Ahh, I've finally found someone to teach me. Very helpful, thank you helping me with my sewing!

[abawitx]

Just in love with the eggplant color. Definitely making this for my second skirt. This has been very helpful to me as I am a bit nervous about learning to sew.