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How I pre wash my fabric before sewing

Join me, Susan from Measure Twice Cut Once, as I take you through how I pre wash my fabric before sewing.

Almost all fabrics shrink, be it a little or a lot it can make a difference to your final garment size. One way to combat this is to pre wash your fabric. You can run it on a gentle cycle or hand wash it out. I hand wash because as you can see in the videos I only have access to large industrial style washing machines which are not suitable for pre washing.

Some fabrics also contain sizing, chemicals or other finishing treatments which aren’t always the best so a pre wash helps remove some of those as well.

If you have any questions please add them down below.

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Fabric Haul March 2022 from Pitt Trading

I’ve been doing some fabric shopping at Pitt Trading so I’ve combined a few orders into one haul video so you can see what I got and hear my plans for them.

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February 2022 Unboxing of The Lingerie Society subscription sewing box from Pitt Trading

Join me, Susan as I unbox the latest offering from The Lingerie Society a sewing subscription box from Pitt Trading. I’ll talk you through what’s in this months box offering hints and advice on how to use the pieces.

Join in to chat all things Lingerie Sewing.

See more of my sewing and shop patterns at https://measuretwicecutonce.com.au​

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What I’m wearing – Self drafted dress pattern

Earrings – Made by Maddie store

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How to sew a French seam

Join me, Susan from Measure Twice Cut Once, as I take you through how to sew a French seam, often used on fine or see through fabrics or just to ensure a neat finish.

It’s also good for children or adults who don’t like the feel of seams or have sensory issues.

The enclosed nature of the seam makes it smoother and provides less points of irritation. More videos on a variety of seams will be coming soon. If you have any questions please add them down below.

See more of my sewing and shop patterns at https://measuretwicecutonce.com.au​

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What I’m wearing Nail Polish: Everlong by Hanami

My Machine Brother NV180D

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How to sew bias binding

Join me, Susan from Measure Twice Cut Once, as I take you through how to sew bias binding to an edge so that it is concealed. Perfect for necklines, armholes, hems and more. If you have any questions please add them down below.

See more of my sewing and shop patterns at https://measuretwicecutonce.com.au​

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What I’m wearing Nail Polish: Everlong by Hanami

My Machine Brother NV180D

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How to sew gathers

Join me, Susan from Measure Twice Cut Once, as I take you through how to create gathers. Gathers or gathering is a technique used on skirts, bodices, pockets, sleeves and more. It’s a great way to reduce the width of the fabric and add volume to a garment.

If you have any questions please add them down below.

See more of my sewing and shop patterns at https://measuretwicecutonce.com.au​

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What I’m wearing Nail Polish: Everlong by Hanami

My Machine Brother NV180D

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Beginner Sewing – how to sew bunting

Join me, Susan from Measure Twice Cut Once, as I take you through how to sew some bunting, a great reuseable way to decorate your house for a party, event or just everyday.

You’ll be learning how to cut a straight line, sew a straight line with a point, turn corners. Clip to reduce bulk and grade seams back to reduce bulk resulting in a fine point. I’ve used leftovers from garments of Liberty of London cotton lawn but you can use any fabric you have.

The pattern is available from the Measure Twice Cut Once website https://measuretwicecutonce.com.au

2022 is my year of taking the Scary out of Sewing! I want as many people as possible to take up sewing so they can create, make, mend and more. To help take away the scary, every Friday there is going to be a new video with accompanying pattern for a project entirely aimed at beginners. Each week there will be different techniques to learn or go over and it’s going to be a super fun way to grow your sewing skills.

See more of my sewing and shop patterns at https://measuretwicecutonce.com.au​

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What I’m wearing Dress: Mysotis pattern from Deer and Doe in Liberty of London cotton lawn

Nail Polish: Xanadau by Hanami

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How to sew an Open Seam

Join me, Susan from Measure Twice Cut Once, as I take you through how to sew an open seam, often used when inserting zippers, pockets or to reduce bulk in a garment. With finished edges it also ensures that your sewing is more sustainable as it will last longer with less fraying.

More videos on a variety of seams will be coming soon. If you have any questions please add them down below.

See more of my sewing and shop patterns at https://measuretwicecutonce.com.au​

Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/_measuretwi…

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What I’m wearing Nail Polish: Everlong by Hanami

My Machine Brother NV180D

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Beginner Sewing – How to sew a drawstring glasses case

Join me, Susan from Measure Twice Cut Once, as I take you through how to make a drawstring glasses case. Having recently joined the ranks of people who need glasses occasionally I love wearing mine but hate the enormous case that won’t fit into my pockets. Enter this simple yet effective cotton drawstring version.

You’ll be learning how to cut a straight line, sew a straight line, turn corners and zig zag for longevity. Plus clipping to reduce bulk and inserting a drawstring.

The pattern is available from the Measure Twice Cut Once website https://measuretwicecutonce.com.au

2022 is my year of taking the Scary out of Sewing! I want as many people as possible to take up sewing so they can create, make, mend and more. To help take away the scary, every Friday there is going to be a new video with accompanying pattern for a project entirely aimed at beginners. Each week there will be different techniques to learn or go over and it’s going to be a super fun way to grow your sewing skills.

See more of my sewing and shop patterns at https://measuretwicecutonce.com.au​

Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/_measuretwi…

Follow me on Twitter https://twitter.com/_MeasureTwice​

Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MeasureTwiceC…

What I’m wearing

Nail Polish: Octopus’s Garden by Hanami

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How to sew a closed seam with finished edges so you can put your garment in the washing machine

Join me, Susan from Measure Twice Cut Once, as I take you through how to sew a closed seam, a good way to finish the edges of your seams that allow it to go through the washing machine and last longer.

More videos on a variety of seams will be coming soon. If you have any questions please add them down below.

See more of my sewing and shop patterns at https://measuretwicecutonce.com.au​

Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/_measuretwi…

Follow me on Twitter https://twitter.com/_MeasureTwice​

Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MeasureTwiceC…

What I’m wearing Nail Polish: Everlong by Hanami

My Machine Brother NV180D