Sewing Machine Techniques for Beginners
Preparation and front parts
A course by Frederike Matthäus , Content Creator
Joined March 2022
About the video: Preparation and front parts
Overview
“First we iron on the interfacing, pre-iron the hems and prepare the front pieces.”
In this video lesson Frederike Matthäus addresses the topic: Preparation and front parts, which is part of the Domestika online course: Sewing Machine Techniques for Beginners. Learn how to use a sewing machine, adapt patterns, master basic stitches and plan your sewing project from start to finish..
Partial transcription of the video
“Before you can start sewing, There are a few more things to consider. I have now laid out my two cut pieces from the front part here. I will sew the division, That's why I have here on the cutting edge, where I cut the cut apart, 1 cm seam allowance and here too. So that I now know, especially with the lower part, what is above and what is below, because otherwise it is a bit difficult to tell them apart, make another small notch on this line at the top edge and do the same on the line at the upper front part, so that you can easily place them on top of each other when sewing them together ...”
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Course summary for: Sewing Machine Techniques for Beginners
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Category
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Areas
Fashion Design, Patternmaking & Dressmaking, Sewing

Frederike Matthäus
A course by Frederike Matthäus
Meet Fredi Matthäus, a talented seamstress and content creator with a deep love for handcrafting jackets and bags. Alongside her collaboration with Topp Publishing and co-authoring sewing books, Fredi enjoys creating wearable art that reflects her sustainable and ethical values. In this course, she shares her passion for sewing, empowering you to embrace conscious fashion choices and express your unique style through personalized handmade clothing.
With Fredi as your guide, you'll embark on a creative adventure, mastering machine sewing techniques and designing your own custom garments. Get ready to discover the joy of sewing and create a sustainable and stylish wardrobe with Fredi Matthäus.
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