Sewing Tools you need to start | Beginner Sewing 101 - Ep 1 | LYDIA NAOMI

Kicking off the Beginner Sewing Series with an overview of tools and supplies you will need to start sewing. Plus a few more options I find helpful!

How to use your Sewing Machine: Coming Soon

Basic Supplies
Sewing Machine
Thread:
Fabric Scissors
Pins
Pin cushion
Seam Ripper
Tape Measure
Hand Sewing Needles
Tailors Chalk/Marker
Iron
Iron Board
Fabric

Extras
Rotary Blade
Cutting mat
weights
Tape
Tape Dispenser
Grid Ruler
Tracing wheel
Fabric
Paper Scissors
Pencils
Meter/Yard stick
Pattern paper
Tracing Paper

My Machines
Industrial Straight Stitch Machine - Juki DDL-8700
Domestic Sewing Machine - Kenmore 12
Domestic Serger/Overlocker - Kenmore 3/4
Coverstitch Machine - Janome CPX1000

My Gear

[reneehughes]

I still sew on my Kenmore 385 I bought 46yrs ago. It also has the button attachment which I love. Made all my kids and my work clothes on it. Now I'm sewing my old lady clothes, lol. Finally invested in a brother 1034dx serger. Bought my first pattern weights from Joann's about 15-20yrs ago and added on other things that work as well. Much prefer the weights to pinning the patterns. I also use paper to copy my store bought patterns so as to preserve the tissue. My foldable cutting table was my thrift store find for $25. I also use bed sheets to make light weight summer clothes. Did recently purchase the friskers cutting mat set and really like it. My pride is my brother se400 and pe800 embroidery machines. I keep a piece of parchment paper under my cutting mat for ironing on stabilizer to protect my iron. If you don't find me in my sewing room check the kitchen. Great video. New subscriber here. Been sewing 62 yrs and started on a Singer treadle sewing machine. Stitch on.

[ilovetunechi]

i'm doing research so i can start sewing and making my clothes, i just subscribed to you. your videos are so helpful! i love your personality.

[janetteoneal]

I've been sewing for over 20 years, but there's still so much to learn. I love your videos! So helpful!

[MegInASheathDress]

Best advice is keep your gear, stash, and notions as minimalist as possible because sewing can be a clutter monster. I decluttered an entire spare room devoted to sewing down to three plastic shoeboxes and one small tiered crafting box for my thread pins and needles. You don't need a ton of stuff to make garments, but the less you own, the less clutter you'll have, which will save you time and $. Who knew if I only owned two seam rippers I could find them faster than when I owned 50? 😅 I also used up/donated my fabric stash and now buy what I need for each project. Great video!

[leeahdavis]

I love how practical, resourceful and convenient this channel is. I just recently subscribed because I want to start a clothing business some day and this channel is perfect for me as a beginner.

[donnamlake]

Needlewoman who has sewn for 60 years approves of your recommendations. She also loves her vintage Singers. Well done, lady.

[irishclover]

2023 is the year I learn to sew! Your videos are getting me excited!

[chriskennedy]

Lydia is such a great teacher; her warmth & enthusiasm are contagious. Even if you are not going to pursue sewing to a great extent, you end up watching her videos. She's that engaging!

[onlysaus]

this channel is beyond underrated, your effort does not go unnoticed! we all appreciate you

[kennethskaggs]

Thank you Ms. Lydia for for this Video. You explained it so simply with no difficulties. I now have the Sewing Machine Bug. My Wife had gotten a beginner Singer Sewing Machine brand new. She hasn't used it so I thought to myself a little time and patience I could do this. I been hand sewing since I was 11 years old and spent 10 years in the Army and always had a Sewing Kit. I am waiting for some heavy duty needles so I can get started. Thank you for all of your expertise !

[ljtilmon]

Yes! I would most definitely like you to make a video showing how to make garments by hand. Thank you for offering.

[mariaayscue]

Would love to see a video on hand sewing

[abrilhares]

Please do a garment fully by hand!! And also a simple one for a beginner sewer with a machine please

[CashCatMoney]

I've only sewn doll clothes by hand. I can't wait to learn how to sew with a machine for people clothes!

[catrianna]

“Plant friend” 😂 didn’t know I’d need one of those

[carolynhouston]

Now looking to get into sewing so I can sew for myself and my family. Just found you. Think I can learn a lot from you! Haven't bought my supplies yet. Thank you for taking the time to put out this information for individuals like me! 💖💖💖🥰🥰

[kirakaur]

Hey Lydia! Thanks for all the awesome sewing content! I really appreciate it!
I was recommended your puffy sleeve pattern on YouTube, watched it and thought to myself “oh wow she’s a really good teacher!” So I checked to see if you had more stuff for beginners (like moi). I have been having SO MUCH TROUBLE with sewing in a curve and I can’t do much without learning how to do it. Could you please make a video teaching sewing curves??

[TheMadCrafter.]

I just found a big sewing kit in the closet which is perfect because I’m trying to upcycle my old clothes to better fit my alt style <3

[EJsDaughter]

This is a great video! I'm teaching young ones to sew, and I made sure they had most of these supplies. We're starting small, so the tracing wheels and markers will come later. Thanks!

[conversatador]

I would love a hand sewing video!! Especially one that shows different ways to finish seams.