Learning To Sew: New Article Series

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This series is going to be geared towards any sewers who are brand new, just starting out, getting back into it or even just sewers wanting to go back to the basics! This series is suited for anyone with an interest in sewing and of all ages.

I’ll point out keywords you’ll want to know and I’ll explain everything! These articles will contain tons of information and how-tos.

This series will contain a series of articles geared towards being done in their specific order, almost like units in a class. We will finish off this series with your 'final exam' where you will get to attempt your first project!

Recommended before you start: 10 things you need to start sewing by machine today

Articles in the series:

Unit 1: Learning To Sew: Sewing On Paper Part One No Thread

Unit 2: Learning To Sew: Getting The Machine Ready To Sew

Unit 3: Learning To Sew: Sewing On Paper Part Two With Thread

Unit 4: Learning To Sew: What You Need To Know About Sewing On Fabric

Unit 5: Learning To Sew: Sewing A Straight Line On Fabric

Unit 6: Learning To Sew: Sewing On Fabric With Pivots And Curves

Final Exam: How to sew a pillowcase

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Leave a comment below and let me know if you're going to learn to sew with this series! And don't forget to subscribe to stay up to date with all of Lizzsews new articles. See you next time!

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