5 tips to sew better garments in 2025 | learn to sew | sewing

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"But whoever does what is true comes to the light, so that it may be clearly seen that his works have been carried out in God.”
John 3:21 (ESV)
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Happy New Year! So excited to be kicking off the new year with this video. I hope that the things I share are helpful. I'm excited to grow my sewing skills the year and tap into new techniques too!

Thank you so much for watching and for being here!

Blessings,
Brittany
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[mmills]

For new sewist, I’m 65 years old and have been sewing over 55 years. As a reference, I made wedding dresses in the 80s to supplement our income. I have seam ripper’s in every room of my house. I have one in my car and in my desk at work. No matter the experience, mistakes happen. Don’t stop sewing because you make a mistake. There is a learning curve to sewing, so be patient with yourself and persevere.

[sonyawhite]

I'm so glad to hear you talk about the importance of fitting! It's what I'm focusing on in 2025.

[craftymystic]

I’ve experienced sewing and fitting as 2 separate and distinct skills to acquire. As I’ve sewn for at least 50+ years, fitting and fashion and fitting your own body aren’t the same skill set as making a nice set of trousers or how to match fabric and pattern. And yes, the seam ripper is still always in reach 😂

[YWinn-]

Great advice on all levels. Like some others in the comments, I, too have been sewing for 50+ years. The one step I need to be more diligent in doing is making a muslin. This would improve my fit 100%. Thank you for the advice and the references.👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[DeanBell]

Thanks so much for the video! I've already started purchasing more muslin fabric. Looking forward to seeing your makes for 2025! 😊😊😊

[laurajones]

I’ve been sewing for many years and use these great tips, although I usually make wearable muslins in fabric similar to the one I will use for the final project. In addition to body measurements, I also take flat pattern measurements which help with placement of bust darts, etc. When making fit adjustments, I think it’s best to make one adjustment at a time. Machine basting, trying the garment on, and checking the fit before sewing permanent seams have helped me avoid some mistakes. And keeping a seam ripper on hand certainly helps, too. Thanks for these great tips, Brittany!

[decietaylor]

Very good advice ..I THINK I HAVE MY OLD BRITTANY BACK ! ..miss not seeing you sew, cut and Serge ..."BLESSINGS" !!!

[robinlandtroop]

Brittany, this was a really good video. What a way to start 2025!

[LivingInThisDay]

Happy New Year. This is excellent, thank you for sharing your knowledge. I can so relate on all you shared especially cutting into your fabric without making a muslin. I’ve learned the hard way few years back, never again.

[celcielmoore]

Some of the same things I’ve been thinking about plus some I hadn’t even considered. Thanks so much Brittany. Love your videos ❤

[janfranklin]

Every tip you gave, is something that improved my sewing results ❤

[kambrallfreeman]

Thank you for this video. A lot of great tips. Especially making the muslin. That is one that I definitely have to change my mindset about as well. Hope you and your family are having a great start to the new year. 💜

[ZeldaSews]

Brittany, this was a great video! Some of these tips were eye-opening for me.

[doloresw]

I still have not managed to get better at fitting. I realized there is ease in the garments but I find it hard to know how much is there or how much to take away. I also get hung up on what fabric I want to use. Thanks for this video with great recommendations for how to improve.

[loissage]

Thank you for this. I needed to hear this. ❤

[Faith-kixi]

Thanks Brittany. Great tips. Can you do a video showing how to add an exposed zipper in a dress.

[ladylouise]

Hey-great tips!! :+)
I had a chuckle when you mentioned feeling the fabrics!! I cannot go into a fabric or clothing store without feeling the fabrics!! I touch everything I am drawn to-I believe it is Essential!! I have been sewing for 55 years-you Never can learn Too much about your craft!!
It is always nice to see you and your smile!! :+)
God Speed.

[elhill]

It is like you and my brain were speaking together directly before you made this video. Thank you!

[Touchingtheworld]

So you are talking about everything that I have said to myself today. I started my new project and did a muslin, which I normally do, but I do not make the adjustments I need to a garment. I feel bad that I waited this long to truly look at fit and pay attention to the details of fit.

[enishajamison]

I started back sewing in 2018, and I've made muslins ever since. I actually enjoy them because I truly believe in "just sewing" once I cut my good fabric. I made a habit of purchasing inexpensive fabric and label them as Muslin Only. As always, thanks for sharing. Happy New Year🎉