12 Best Sewing Video Tutorials

Updated on: December 2023

Best Sewing Video Tutorials in 2023


Sewing 101, Revised and Updated: Master Basic Skills and Techniques Easily through Step-by-Step Instruction

Sewing 101, Revised and Updated: Master Basic Skills and Techniques Easily through Step-by-Step Instruction
BESTSELLER NO. 1 in 2023

First Time Sewing: The Absolute Beginner's Guide

First Time Sewing: The Absolute Beginner's Guide
BESTSELLER NO. 2 in 2023
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Sewing 101: Master Basic Skills and Techniques Easily Through Step-by-Step Instruction

Sewing 101: Master Basic Skills and Techniques Easily Through Step-by-Step Instruction
BESTSELLER NO. 3 in 2023

Spiegel Social Sewing

Spiegel Social Sewing
BESTSELLER NO. 4 in 2023
  • This application has been custom developed to work hand-in-hand with you and our Limited Edition 60609 computerized home sewing machine.
  • Helps to educate and guide you through the general uses of this exciting sewing machine and how to learn to sew.
  • Free access to sewing tutorials, latest fashion trends, and access to the on-board Stitch Cam for sharing your love of sewing on social media.
  • Learn about all 350 stitches that come with the 60609 and buy additional premium stitch bundles right from the application.

Singer: The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing, 3rd Edition

Singer: The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing, 3rd Edition
BESTSELLER NO. 5 in 2023
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Clip: Cosmetic Baggie - Sewing DIY

Clip: Cosmetic Baggie - Sewing DIY
BESTSELLER NO. 6 in 2023

Amish Quilt Patterns: Quilting Sewing Handmade Quilt

Amish Quilt Patterns: Quilting Sewing Handmade Quilt
BESTSELLER NO. 7 in 2023

Very Easy Vintage Quilts Sewing with Nancy

Very Easy Vintage Quilts Sewing with Nancy
BESTSELLER NO. 8 in 2023

Knitting for Beginners: Learn how to knit from loom knitting for beginners, to using knitting patterns and stitches for creating amazing knitting projects (knitting needles tutorial)

Knitting for Beginners: Learn how to knit from loom knitting for beginners, to using knitting patterns and stitches for creating amazing knitting projects (knitting needles tutorial)
BESTSELLER NO. 9 in 2023

Quilt As-You-Go Made Modern: Fresh Techniques for Busy Quilters

Quilt As-You-Go Made Modern: Fresh Techniques for Busy Quilters
BESTSELLER NO. 10 in 2023

Sew Me! Sewing Basics: Simple Techniques and Projects for First-Time Sewers (Design Originals) Beginner-Friendly Easy-to-Follow Directions to Learn as You Sew, from Sewing Seams to Installing Zippers

Sew Me! Sewing Basics: Simple Techniques and Projects for First-Time Sewers (Design Originals) Beginner-Friendly Easy-to-Follow Directions to Learn as You Sew, from Sewing Seams to Installing Zippers
BESTSELLER NO. 11 in 2023
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FaveQuilts

FaveQuilts
BESTSELLER NO. 12 in 2023
  • We provide thousands of free quilt patterns for all skill levels.
  • Check out all of our new quilting videos, including our exclusive Block of the Month videos.
  • Download our free eBooks for wide range of free quilt patterns and easy tutorials.

10 Tips to Sew Leather by Hand

Working with leather is more difficult than sewing fabric. But with practice and some simple steps, you can sew leather by hand.

After choosing the leather you'd like to work with, here are 10 tips to sew leather by hand:

#1. Pins. Never use pins on leather. When you remove a pin, the hole will still be there. So unless you want a hole as a part of a pattern, never use pins in leather. To hold two pieces together to sew leather by hand, use clips. You can use any style of clip that can be found with school/office supplies at any stores. Binder clips are a good choice.

#2. Use a Leather Needle. A leather needle is a special tipped needle that has three sharp edges to make it easier to sew leather. Some people prefer regular fabric needles. You can practice on scraps of leather to see which type you prefer.

#3. Choosing the Needle Shape. A curved needle is harder to snap than a straight needle, but may be harder to use. You can practice with both to see which shape you prefer.

#4. Thimble. A thick leather thimble is useful to sew leather by hand. It will help keep the needle from going through your finger.

#5. Pliers. Pliers are used to grab the needle on the other side of the leather after using the thimble to push it through one side. Then you use the pliers to gently pull the needle the rest of the way through the hole. This helps to reduce wiggling which will enlarge the hole.

#6. Ruler and Marker. Unlike fabric, when you sew leather by hand you cannot remove a stitch and start over without leaving a hole. Use a ruler and a marker to dot where you want the needle holes to be. This also gives you a mark to keep your stitches even and straight for a nicer look.

#7. Leather Chisel or Punch. You can use a chisel or punch to make the holes prior to inserting the needle to make the needle go through the leather much easier. If you are sewing two pieces of leather together, make sure the holes are going to line up.

#8. Choosing the Thread. There are specially made waxed threads you can buy to sew leather by hand. But you can use regular thread as well. Polyester thread is stronger than cotton thread.

#9. Beeswax. Especially if you are using regular thread, you will need beeswax to make your thread smoother. Slide your thread over the beeswax to thinly coat. This will help the needle slide better through the leather with less of a chance of getting stuck.

#10. Leather Adhesive. When you are done sewing two pieces of leather, you may want the seam to lie flat. This is best achieved by using a leather adhesive. Instructions are given with the adhesive.

Two good stores to buy leather and supplies online if you want to sew leather by hand are Tandy's Leather Factory1 and S D; Trading Company2. I used to get leather and supplies at a local Tandy's when I was a kid, so they have been around for a while. I really like S D; Trading Company's online site. They have everything listed on one page by providing links in groupings to get what you want. They offer a variety of conchos and crafts to add to your leather workings. Both sites have books and kits available as well to sew leather by hand.

1 Tandy Leather Factory; Tandy Leather Factory; www.tandyleatherfactory.com/

2 S D; Trading Company, "The Leather Store"; S D; Trading Company, "The Leather Store"; www.sdtradingco.com/

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