Must-Have Beginner Sewing Supplies by TheCraftyGemini

In this beginner sewing video I cover all the basic supplies you need to get started and also share with you some optional items and a few different variations on popular tools.

I tried to keep the video content as budget friendly as possible. So, if you are on a tight budget but want to get started with sewing you will see that with a small investment you will be off and stitching in no time! In sewing and quilting a lot of the tools and gadgets we use are a matter of personal preference. The only way to really know if a tool is for you is to actually try it. Unfortunately, that usually means you will be out some money if you buy something and you don't really like it or end up using it. But it's all part of the trial and error game. In this video you can expect to learn more about my favorites, what I use for certain applications and I try to give you the why of it all to help you make your own decisions as well.

Thanks for watching!

[karljohnson]

Very, very informative thank you so much. It was short, sweet and to the point. That's what I like.

[arizonamountainwoman]

Thank you, thank you, thank you. I sewed when I was younger, but I got busy and stopped. Now that I am retired, I want to get back in it. I went to a fabric store and instantly became overwhelmed and left. This video makes What I Need so much easier. I made my list of things I need based on your video, and now I will go back to the fabric store feeling more confident. I have become an avid fan.

[lorikitahata]

I’m a beginner! I’ve been watching a lot of videos, different folks lots of the same info, I come across this video, only 8mins in and you have provided great info that I haven’t yet heard someone explain!! WooHoo!!! Well done!! Now I must get back to your video!!! 😁😉👍🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[reneejohnson]

I'm sort of a Beginner and just needed to say Thank You! You're so Helpful! God Bless you!❤

[ciqineq]

I have some of those pins with the plastic heads (discs) in yellow and have found that they are really handy for keeping track of rows when quilting. I used a Sharpie to write numbers on about ten of them and as I work on rows or blocks I run one of the numbered pins through to remember the order.

[Jadestar]

You are a law professor!😀 In 6 weeks I'll be an admitted attorney here in South Africa and about 3 months ago the sewing bit me and now i have a sewing machine And a Serger and I'm loving sewing so much agter watching and learning from your videos! I thought it was madness for a lawyer to feel so passionate about sewing and i am so glad and proud to see another career woman following her passion and her heart! I "totally" connect wity you!😀 Much love, from Cape Town, South Africa!❤

[Carolmaizy]

I have begun sewing in my retirement- it's never too late, right? I started with quilting and am watching and saving videos because I'll be learning other types of sewing soon. Your videos are so helpful to me. Thank you for explaining things so explicitly. I'm looking forward to learning more from you.

[Agforever]

I learned a great and cheap way to get fabric from my middle school English teacher, get stuff like sheets, blankets, table cloths or shower curtain from like goodwill or places like that! Because fabric can be super expensive!

[vickiwalsh]

Thanks Vanessa. I’ve been sewing for years but I still learned a lot about cutting tools from this video. 🧵✂️💙

[bolddaredevil]

you voice is very calming and doesn't rush anything i appreciate that

[camuchanomellini]

Wow! best tutorial I ever listened to THANK YOU! 👍🏼 for being so detail and specific with your explanation 👏👏👏 Im a Beginner in sewing I was worry to start but with you as my Teacher it's slamdunk!!! 😆

[Jashi_Kholin]

Your videos are so thorough. I used to sew when I was about 12-13, but it's been about 10 years since then, and I've forgotten almost everything. But watching your videos is all the refresher I need. Thank you!

[veldblom]

Hi ... this video was the most helpful of everything on the Internet. ..thank you...I would also like to request please a sequel...about batting, filling, starch spray, spunge, embellishments, trims, stop fray spray, etc. on videos people talk about these type of thing but nobody can explain how or why we would use these types of things...sorry if I sound stupid but I'm new to sewing...thank you

[Native-Kitty]

This is such a great idea. It's great for anyone who are complete beginners. You give the simplest explanation and instruction. Thank you so much Vanessa!

[TotallyMHTsMH]

This was such a detailed, informative, and well organized video!!! Thank you for this.
Your voice is also very easy to listen too.

[hippiechicksmomma]

I just started sewing im ADDICTED LOVE IT. thank u dor tips

[unjoku]

Thanks Vanessa for the video. Can you do a tutorial on picking fabric from a bolt (which includes reading and understanding the labels on the bolt), how to properly measure fabric and how to cut fabric? I made a pillowcase using your tutorial. However, I noticed quickly that I don't have steady hands when it comes to cutting fabric. Thanks again.

[discovercolorcode]

I completely agree with your ideas and I love how you explained everything! 🥰

[ldouglas]

Linda Alexander, 4/22/20As a beginner I found this segment very informative. The instructor was very through with all the different impliments available.

[EnlightenedFlamingo]

I just got out a sewing machine I've had 3 years, but never even opened! I am ordering supplies & materials online since we're to stay home right now. So, while things are slowly making their way to me, I'm watching a lot of videos & this one popped up in my suggestions. Really great video! Wow, thank you! I just subbed, too, so now I'm gonna check out your other videos. 💜