How To Sew 8 Common Seams

TALKING ABOUT STITCH LENGTH: 0:56
BASIC STRAIGHT STITCH + sewing tips: 1:55
EDGESTITCH: 6:33
TOPSTITCH: 8:57
WELT SEAM: 9:46
FLAT FELLED SEAM: 11:15
FRENCH SEAM: 16:11
CORNER SEAM: 20:26
CURVED SEAM: 24:49

These 8 seams are some of the most common seams used in garment construction and can form the foundation of your sewing knowledge! Not only do Myriah and I go over how precisely to sew each seam, we offer some different options for how to sew them, we discuss what kinds of garments and fabrics these seams are good for, and we share lots of tips and tricks for sewing and sewing machine troubleshooting.

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[zoehongteaches]

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[jennyobiliseen]

The biggest tip I’ve learned is not to look at the needle when sewing but to look at the fabric about an inch in front of the needle. It always helps to keeps your lines accurate.

[Pops_of_]

since I became disable my wife, a nurse, talked me into making scrub tops. I am having trouble with my seams and this video was a great explanation of the different types of seams. I will be able to create better tops for her and let her have more custom tops that what is at the local uniform shop. thank you.

[saminamirza]

Much applause for Myriah and yourself, Zoe. Nothing thrills me more than young people demonstrating their skill. Sewing is a life skill; and for you guys in the fashion design industry, it's a survival skill.

[dmmdmm]

As a 61 year old man and a retired welder, fabricator, machinist, tree trimmer, I appreciate this instruction. I make manly tool bags, gnarly equipment covers, tree climbing harness modifications, clothing and upholstery repairs ect. All these subjects this young lady covers are not just a fluffy girly thing, they apply to even the rough and tumble element of manufacturing items. Today's generation sorely lacks the resourcefullness to be self sufficient and creative. Thanks !

[stephaniedyson]

I have an awful habit of sewing a lot for a couple of months and then not touching my machine for another couple of months. When I need to refresh and reacquaint myself with my machine, I come to this video. Thank you both!!

[dwightholmes]

Mariah was the first teacher that actually explained things in a way to where I feel confident. And im currently in clothing construction class (not going to so hot) but after this video I think I finally got the concepts

[lizasquartz]

I can't thank you enough for the effort you put into your videos and the time you spend to collaborate with notable experts like Myriah to give us future designers the best of content. Much love to you, Zoe! <3

[annaliekillian]

Love how accessible you two make your lessons- not intimidating at all - just friendly fun!

[destinycharles]

And a tip for the curve seam, to keep the finished seam flat, you can use pinking sheers for the seam allowance, or cut directly toward the seam, along the seam allowance (Never cut the seam itself). In the latter scenario, you will then finish and have a seam allowance full of little squares😊That's just an easier way to flatten it all out. I hope this helps, and I loved the video. I learned a lot.❤

[jaclynmoylan]

I’m a quilter just now learning garment making and I can appreciate accuracy in seams because with quilting it’s VERY important to cut, press, and stitch with precision.

[fanygarceau]

A year ago, I started as a self employed sewing, altering clothes and I grew a passion for it. Luckily, there is a need in my neighborhood and I learned as I went. AND TODAY, I am thrilled and delighted with my discovery of this presentation of yours! You guys made my day. Myriah is such a gem, experienced in our field and first rate teacher. I like her tremendously! Thanks a million times 🙏

[halseyballistic]

Myriah has a beautiful and elegant teaching style. I learned a lot from her!

[Liguorienne]

Excellent, i love the way you explain, it’s not to slow or to fast. And most important, you don’t speak out your life in this video, like most of the people do. You talk about sewing tips .Thank you a lot for this great Tube 🌹

[kreagan]

I have never sewn a thing in my life, but have a background in art and home repair, and I am wondering why I never learned this before!!! Probably because I am a guy, and well, we all know about stereotypes (and how incorrect they often are). I am about to go buy some fabric and borrow my moms sewing machine! Thanks so much for the awesome video, just hit subscribe, and looking forward to learning more (after some real practice)

[Morlla]

Thank you:) I just started sewing and a big issue I had was the freaking re-threading of the needle. Lol. This really helps, and I’ve learned some good things :)

[kathleenpetty]

Yes....have Mariah back!!!! These tips are amazing!!!

[karislee]

hats off to you and Myriah! She is so good at explaining everything so clearly, and I appreciate your caption inserts throughout the video to even-further clear things up.
Thanks again Zoe! Also appreciate how you time-numbered each stitch in the description. :)

[wendyfay]

Oh YES, MORE PLEASE! ❤ I particularly loved the curve and the corner seams. I'd also never considered sewing one side of the seam a tad in, instead of the tedious, and often dangerous cutting away that 1/4 inch for the flat felled seam. I've always done French seams purely because I f all the cutting away of the fabric, and I always managed to either cut away too much fabric, or not enough and then it showed on the outside of the seam on the garment, so I had to painstakingly cut off those tiny little pieces that showed through, all the while trying not to cut the fabric! I'm so grgrateful for your demonstration of the various ways to do these things. I'll certainly be using the flat felled seam a LOT more often now! 😊

[ruthtorphy]

Thank you Zoe for having Myrian teach us . Yes, would love Myrian to teach us more.