5 Expensive Sewing Tools That Are Worth Investing

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I've been using these sewing tools for several years and they are worth every cent!
Links to tools mentioned in the video:
SEWING DESK LAMP (identical to mine):
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STRAP OF FUSIBLE INTERFACING (similar to what I use):
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BOOK "Patternmaking for Fashion Design" (I have international edition):
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PRESSER FEET SET (works with most domestic sewing machines):
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Video parts:
00:00 Intro
00:09 Tool No.1: Sewing desk lamp
01:47 Tool No.2: Interfacing
04:38 Tool No.3: Steam iron
06:31 Tool No.4: Quality learning resources
08:58 Tool No.5: Presser feet
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@lafrileuse4459 Год назад

In my experience, very good scissors are expensive but they are a must. Most people also forget that a comfortable height adjustable chair is also very important.

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

Oh yes, adjustable chair is so important!💯

@imyurpal1 Год назад

can you recommend a chair

@aurora571000 Год назад

@@imyurpal1ergonomic office chair where you can adjust the height for your elbows, adjust seat, lumbar support. Mine does not have a headrest and I wish it did. Get from Office Depot or Staples. Sit in them first to see how they fit you

@lillic8522 Год назад

During Covid I treated myself to an electrically adjustable table, what is good for computer work is even better for sewing. When I use the machine, the table can go a little higher, so I do not have to bend. But better not get one from IKEA, or you will be able to only sew at a snails pace 😉

@dawnelder9046 Год назад

If you have children, hide those scissors.

@JosieStev Год назад

Thnx for your tips. Omg girl, make that green wool into a beautiful jacket. “ If it doesn’t go with anything, it will go with everything!”- Carla Rockmore fashion guru

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

What a fabulous quote!🤗

@hazelem1266 Год назад

When I started my hand quilting journey 3 years ago my husband insisted on good tools. He is a technician/handyman and he knows. Included in our initial purchases was a jet ink printer for the photos which I wanted. The initial outlay was extremely expensive as my intention was to only make 4 memory/photo/story quilts. One for my granddaughter and one for each of my children. I am two thirds into the second quilt and the only thing extra I’ve bought, besides cotton and fabric, ink etc are extra blades for my rotary cutter. It pays to have good tools.

@notesfromleisa-land Год назад

I always recommend getting the best tools you can afford. They are a lifetime investment, and save time and materials. I see so many people doing hacks for this and that because they won't buy a ruler that will do the job in 1/3 of the time.

@audreybailey5139 11 месяцев назад

If your husband has a knife sharpener ask him to sharpen your rotary cutter blades. Mine is able to do so and I can get extra mileage out of m blades.

@hazelem1266 11 месяцев назад

@@audreybailey5139 He does. Thank you, I’ll get him to do it.

@notesfromleisa-land 11 месяцев назад

@@audreybailey5139 I'm glad this worked for you. I have many sharpeners, and I found it unsatisfactory end result. HOWEVER, very effective for a nick/burr.

@anngraf6228 11 месяцев назад

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@justinacarothers2699 11 месяцев назад

I never feel bad about spending a bit more money on quality informative book. They are so handy to refer back to or just the parts you need to learn or refresh on at the moment. They don't go bad or suddenly not work any more & the pages won't go dark after so many secondsof inactivity.. Books they are shareable, giftable & make for great hand me down to the next generation intrested in a particular skill set. ♡ Plus books smell better then electronics.

@TubingTherapy 2 месяца назад

An ergonomic chair with casters is a must if one spends many hours sewing. A bonus too is that one can use the chair in other areas of their home.

@womanofsubstance8735 Год назад

The fusible tricot interfacing also comes in a flesh/cream color which I found to be very versatile, maybe preferable to white for some white/very light fabrics.

@notesfromleisa-land Год назад

I recently purchased a Rowenta steam generating iron. It is a dryer steam (as so hot) than the hand held. Regrettably, it has an auto shut off which is a pain. But performance wise, it is extraordinary.

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

Ahh, the auto shut off function can be annoying when sewing… But on the other hand, you can always be sure the iron is turned off when not using - my iron does not have auto shut off, so I always check it multiple times when I need to leave the house😅

@stitchloungestgo 11 месяцев назад

I hate the auto-shut off too! I bought an Oliso smart iron and it cuts off after 30 minutes. SO frustrating!

@lynn858 Год назад

On interfacing: It's worth starting by buying a small amount for a project. Keep the label that comes with it, and making note of what you used it for, and how it sewed. If it's a washable garment, you may want to note the results 3-6 months of use later. If it ends up being everything you hoped for, then make use of whatever sales/coupons/discounts you can, and buy a larger stock of it. The exact same product you know you like. There's really no use in investing in stash of something utilitarian, if it isn't absolutely ideal for -your-purposes.

@tianamarie989 9 месяцев назад

I need to remember this 😬 I buy everything because I'm super impulsive. Especially when there's a sale. Learning that just because it's on sale doesn't mean I need to buy it has been hard 😅.

@drhelenloney1426 11 месяцев назад

I agree about sewing schools, they really up your game.

@maureentaphouse5206 Год назад

My most expensive sewing tool is considerably more expensive than your lamp but it is worth every penny. It is the Sew Ezi Grande sewing table that my machine sits in. Having a big area to the left where I can lay out pieces to be sewn is something I just couldn't do without. I can fit a 16" design board and still have enough space to sew so I can stack several for a good sewing session. I don't use the purchased design boards as I buy pre stretched canvas boards from a chain store stationary shop and then with a staple gun cover them with wadding.,

@claudiamiller7730 Год назад

Lovely video…thank you! Just last night I was totally aggravated that I didn’t have a narrow presser foot for my 30 year old Pfaff….and will definitely be looking into purchasing a set of feet from somewhere!💕 Also - top notch advice on lighting for your sewing table. Great light is an absolute must have! And to say I strongly dislike the led bulbs we now have to use is an understatement!

@blufaerie Год назад

I love my library for having sewing books with patterns, which I trace for myself.

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

I would have saved *so much* money in my youth, if I’ve known local libraries carry Burda pattern magazines😅

@mariepindstruplinde1671 Год назад

Another thing to think about with lamps is the colour temperature and the Ra-value. Temperature is given in K or Kelvin, 5000K is like the sun. A candle is around 1200K. The R-value is how good colours is shown. Ra goes between 0 and 100, again the higher the better. But no matter what, a good lamp is a good investment.

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

Very good point about color temperature! I always look at that when choosing lighting for home! Checked specs for this desk lamp, the temperature is marked as 5600K-6500K

@kimberlydavis571 Год назад

WOWWWW! This has GOT to be a dude (no offense ladies😄) but wow❗️

@kimberlydavis571 Год назад

Nope, I was wrong… Marie…. ur info is TOO COOOOL, TY❗️❗️❗️❤️❤️❤️

@mariepindstruplinde1671 Год назад

@@kimberlydavis571 yeah girls can be knowledgeable too. Actually has a few university classes in this topic.

@kimberlydavis571 Год назад

@@mariepindstruplinde1671VERY COOL INFO!!! & much love to ya❤️

@rosemoore5364 Год назад

Hi. Thank you. I had no idea there was so many different interfacings or what to use them for. I am a beginner still and would appreciate it if you could do a whole video on the different interfacings and how to use them, please. Have a nice day.

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

I’ll have in mind to make a video on this - interfacing is one of those things that often gets overlooked, but it’s so important!

@priscillazietsman1300 11 месяцев назад

Me too😂

@germanantoniopiedrahita9404 11 месяцев назад

In Colombia we use soap bars leftover's....TRY IT ON IT WORKS GREAT

@inkenhafner7187 11 месяцев назад

Enough light to light a whole room focussed on a white sewing table = snowblind ironing.

@beckynichols3832 Год назад

Thank you for this video. You are helping the eyesight of a Grandma with your advice. I just bought the lamp

@dianneunderwood8456 Год назад

All very good suggestions for future sewing investments. I also purchased the set of presser feet you displayed. It meant also buying an adapter (my machine was older and while it had a snap on foot it wasn't one that was compatible with the new presser feet) to be able to snap on the new feet, but that was a minimal cost. Have gotten so much use from the new feet - mainly the walking foot (how did I ever sew without it??) and overcast foot as it really helps make an even finish on the fabric edges. I do have an extra lamp for my sewing machine, but it was fairly inexpensive and while it does clamp on to the sewing table, it loosens easily and ends up falling off or over onto my machine. So I think I'll have to consider something better for the future. thank you for taking the time to make this video - most helpful and well explained.

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

I don’t have a walking foot yet, but everyone who has it says only positive things - I might need to get it, too!🤗

@rathananaga160 Год назад

Very nice video Julia,,,thanks for letting to know about your ideas,,,,,which we were never imagining,,,its very helpful,..

@stephanielaakson8960 Год назад

Love the retractable power cord on my steam iron!

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

I didn't even know there's a retractable power cord! So cool and what a great solution

@Cyrilmc222004 Год назад

Thank you so much Julie, I really really enjoyed and appreciate your knowledge and expertise and I really get it these thing’s are very very helpful and useful too. I’ve subscribed and given you a thumb’s up too. Please stay safe and well too

@teinelona7 10 месяцев назад

You make so much sense that I am checking out sewing classes next. I am self taught and have been sewing on my own for a few years yet even though I don't sew often, maybe two or three projects a year, my projects don't seem to get easier. I never have enough light to sew, I have only ONE style interfacing, I bought a set of presser feet that I actually don't understand and I love using patterns but the explanations are so so confusing sometimes it makes me frustrated. And I was thinking of buying an adjustable sewing form until I watched your other video and promptly decided not to 👍🏾. So, obviously I need help 😅. I'm retired now so I have the time for classes. Thank you! Glad to subscribe 😊. Wish me well!

@roxannlegg750 Год назад

Im just a new subscriber, that book you have, there are much cheaper options in thrift shops ofetn. I have a variety of vintage equivalents from the `1940's to 1970's. The instructions are very good, the , and esp for vintage sewers and history bounders, its giving the design lines, and same pictures of how patterns are created from the blocks. They are so cheap if you can find them. I have my own library of modern and vintage ones. Very valuable. I even have a milinery encyclopedia instruction manual from the 1940's. Good advice.

@sherrelstroot3034 11 месяцев назад

Very educational. Thank you. I have Macular Regeneration so that lamp will be wonderful. Everything else is great but for me the lamp is what I needed to know.

@noram6918 Год назад

When it comes to good lighting, it a must for me. Thanks for your value vedios

@SewingandCaring Год назад

I finally caved in and bought a steam iron while watching this :D

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

I have feeling you’ll love this purchase!🤗 Such a game changer💯👌

@kathleenstoin671 Год назад

I can't imagine sewing without one. You'll be glad you bought it!

@SewingandCaring Год назад

@@kathleenstoin671 I have a big pile of 100% irish linen I've been putting off making because of all the ironing involved and I can't wait for it to show up now :D

@dawnsalois 9 месяцев назад

Well I have an adjustable floor lamp that I put on my desk/sewing table. It wasnt much at the local walmart, but it compliments the machine's light, and the ceiling fixture, and I can move it around to light where I need it most--front of foot or back of foot. Oh and 5x power magnifying glasses!

@katesterling8915 Год назад

TY. I think I'll put a steam iron on my Christmas present list. I do find your vlogs very informative and interesting. You explain the whys and wherefores very well. 👏😊

@lateefsekinat9517 11 месяцев назад

Thanks so much for this educational reminder as fashion designer

@india1422 11 месяцев назад

I have a entry level Laurastar steam iron. Nice modern design. The water tank sits on the floor.

@hannahcoleman2940 Год назад

Irons use up the most electricity making it very expensive to keep on for long periods, my son is an Electrician, he said look at your smart meter whilst the iron is on to see how fast the dial spins around.💚

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

Very interesting point, I didn’t know this!🤔 Is it for all irons or more/less for steam irons with boilers?

@aurora571000 Год назад

@@Julija_Gobereall irons, the boiler irons are probably even more electricity! The auto-off is a good function for saving electricity. Just a bit before you need your iron, walk over and give it a shake. Then it will be ready when you need it!

@lazygardens Год назад

@@aurora571000 give it a shake, go get a cup of coffee, come back and the iron is hot.

@saritshull3909 11 месяцев назад

@@Julija_Gobereanything with an element uses the most electricity in your house. Geyser, oven, stove, heaters/aircon, fridge…

@marylouwillis7941 11 месяцев назад

Living in Alaska. No time to sew in the summer, then I sew in the dark all winter.

@gwynt909 Год назад

The light is a great idea. I have desk lamp above my machine and i also have put strip led across the arch of my machine which makes a huge difference. My first scissors were my given to me by my grandmother. She was a tailor and she knew which were the best.

@cazkiwinz4300 Год назад

In NZ, interfacing is definitely expensive… some of them are $32 a metre themselves, same as fabric… it’s crazy I agree with sewing feet… I can’t live without edge feet for quality straight seams and topstitching

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

Oh wow, $32 is a LOT!🤯

@warwickshirewolfpack 9 месяцев назад

1:05 I have an adjustable ikea floor lamp (charity shop find) with a very bright daylight bulb. I use it for all my crafts, watercolour painting and product photography and it's great to position it over my sewing machine. Don't know how I managed without it

@t.lucalake8963 Год назад

THANK YOU!!, BEAUTIFUL LADY, for sharing this information.

@atekandi6715 6 месяцев назад

One can always use masking tape under normal presser foot and do the teflon's eork but l also love my huge collection of presser feet. Love your videos. I only discovered you yoday but l already subscribed. Keep up the good work

@TruFlyFox Год назад

My wonderful partner bought me that patterning book at the beginning of my sewing experience. I have not used it yet because I am learning from scratch.

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

What a thoughtful gift! I always recommend learning at least basics of patternmaking when learning to sew - it makes fitting so so much easier to understand!

@greenlionguardian 11 месяцев назад

I am going to say no... why; well I am one of the few people who can and will use exact hand sewing skills to excite a project flawlessly. To me there is more merit in the old skills than spending what little extra money I manage to scratch up on things I will not find useful outside one specific purpose. it just takes up space in my already overcrowded space.

@stitchloungestgo 11 месяцев назад

Well, I find I need better light for hand sewing than I do for using the machine, so for me, your point is moot!

@gergemall 11 месяцев назад

Thank you ❤.. I’m new to machine sewing.

@lindamcclellan8434 Год назад

I have the same lamp and wow what a difference

@marcinilcovandercapellen1934 7 месяцев назад

Thank you. ❤️

@victoriahannah1633 Год назад

Love your explanation’s of things. You got a new subscriber

@seemakazmi965 11 месяцев назад

Scissor sharpeners are necessary to maintain the blades.

@nriamond8010 10 месяцев назад

Thank you so much! I think I will invest in a lamp like that soon :) I've tried smaller lamps but they did not work well and it's so frustrating to work at the sewing machine in the dark half of the year. Also, I agree on all the other items :)

@Julija_Gobere 10 месяцев назад

Good lighting is such a game changer! I’ve also tried smaller lamps in the past, but they have turned out to be waste of money compared to this large one I have now🤗

@emilyackertrutten268 Год назад

I had no idea there was such a thing as stretchy fusible interfacing for knits! Thanks!

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

I need to do a separate video on interfacings, there are definitely hidden gems in this category!🤗

@farhadfadayi7389 Год назад

great information. am doing leather, but this video was very informative. thanks

@nuvoflo Год назад

The prices cited in the video strike me as much lower than what we’d pay in the US. Solid ideas though. 👍🏼🙏🏻

@judycohen7265 Год назад

I really enjoy your videos. They are very helpful.

@kflo7455 Год назад

What Sewing School did you go to? I haven't been able to find one in the USA.

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

I went to vocational school here in Lithuania. It was focused solely on sewing and was definitely worth time/effort. I should make a video on my experience there one day!

@elizabethclaiborne6461 Год назад

Scissors?

@paulinemcleggan7585 Год назад

I didnt know there was stretchy interfacing!

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

It’s so useful to have if you like sewing knits!

@JeanHagen-sp1sk Год назад

What brand is your sewing lamp?

@kathleenstoin671 Год назад

Thanks so much for telling us about your lamp! I've been thinking about asking you about it. I live in a much brighter place than Lithuania, in Florida, USA, but the only place in my house for a sewing space isnt very well lit. This will solve that problem! 😊

@dcwatashi Год назад

Is she from Lithuania? I was wondering what accent that was reminds me of either Ukrainian or Russian.

@kathleenstoin671 Год назад

@@dcwatashi That's what's on her profile page.

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

Oh yes, if the space isn’t well lit, the lamp will definitely be a great solution! I’m at a point where I always need to have my lamp switched on, even if I’m sewing in the middle of the day with sun shinning to my sewing machine😅

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

Yes, I’m from Lithuania🤗

@dcwatashi Год назад

@@kathleenstoin671 yes, I took a look. I have family friends from there.

@karencampbell1013 11 месяцев назад

Can you gave me the name of the light you are talking about please and where you can get it.

@Julija_Gobere 11 месяцев назад

I added a link to lamp in description box, and you can also find it as ‘Neafti XL’ on Amazon (it’s identical to the lamp I have)🤗

@lisagoldring2838 Год назад

I recently bought an adjustable bias binder foot for my machine. It makes doing a Hong Kong finish on linens so easy!

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

Oh yes, that foot is so good!🤗 But I have an even better foot for my industrial: you insert bias cut strap (not pressed) and the foot folds and attaches the bias strap with one seam! Haven’t seen similar option for domestic machine though🤔

@lisagoldring2838 Год назад

@@Julija_Gobere That's the way the foot works for my Babylock machine. It's great!

@kimberlydavis571 Год назад

I love this video so much.... thank you… you mention fewer daylight hours + your accent is so BEAUTIFUL… was just curious, are you from Scandinavian area?? anyway, THANNNK YOUUUU again… 👍😃awesome

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

I'm from Lithuania 🤗

@hildatorres2581 11 месяцев назад

It will help if you show how to use the tools

@gaynormainwaring1853 Год назад

Love your lamp - I’m definitely going to try and find one. I have a good floor standing lamp, which shines just over my shoulder but can get in the way. Where did you get yours please?

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

I got my lamp at local store, but there is an identical one on Amazon - I added a link in the description box🤗

@tinamccartney3778 Год назад

Was wondering if the lamp puts off a lot of heat?

@karlcallas8732 Год назад

Hello there, no, this is a LED Lamp, so it does't turn hot at all. I have one and it works perfectly good.

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

It’s an LED lamp, so it does not put off heat🤗

@marthabenner6528 Год назад

Online also takes Data, which cost money. And it takes time, which money is made of.

@EzzyDT 11 месяцев назад

Thanks so much for the video. I am a new subscriber. Where did you get that dress? I love the pattern.

@legerthabarner6593 11 месяцев назад

I really like this video, how do I get the thin interface strips

@ritadiilio9089 Год назад

Where did you go to school

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

I went to a vocational school here in Lithuania🤗

@sananasir1 Год назад

Love all your tips!! Just recently found your channel but loads of information ❤ can you please share info about the beautiful shirt your wearing....did you sew it yourself....its really beautiful....please reply ❤

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

Yes, I this dress myself - it’s made using Burda Style pattern (you can find it as ‘plumetis dress’ on their website). One of my favourite garments 🤗

@chibiquinn4128 11 месяцев назад

i have a question on presser feet: do i have to buy the ones for my machine from the same seller or can i use no name ones? because i have a brother sewing machine and some feet cost 20 to 50€ EACH and i do have a no name ruffler foot from my old machine and it did work (it was just very loud but i think thats normal)

@Julija_Gobere 11 месяцев назад

I personally use mainly no-name presser feet on my domestic sewing machine🙂

@lynda8852 11 месяцев назад

what is the tittle of the book please Thank you for the video it is very good

@Julija_Gobere 11 месяцев назад

I linked the book at the description, it’s ‘Patternmaking for fashion design’🤗

@sunshinesmiles5386 Год назад

Idk if steam irons are wildly expensive outside the US, or if I'm missing something, but my standard iron that uses steam cost me MAYBE $25, and it's going strong 5 years later!

@notesfromleisa-land Год назад

She is using a steam generating iron that uses dry steam (v. hand held iron with steam capabilities). I bought one (Rowenta) recently, and it is amazing (but pricey) at 284 USD. It is amazing. (Though it has auto shutoff

@lazygardens Год назад

A professional steam iron doesn't have a tiny tank inside the iron. It has a big external tank, weighs more, and can deliver steam for hours.

@stitchloungestgo 11 месяцев назад

Hi Julie, I have the Helen Joseph Armstrong book, but not the international version. I love the book, but it’s really frustrating since everything is in inches! Is the international version metric? Because I just found a used copy online for around £30!

@Julija_Gobere 11 месяцев назад

No, the international version is in inches, too - I also hoped it would be in cm, so now I read it with calculator by my side 😅

@thereyougothen 11 месяцев назад

@@Julija_Gobere Oh boo!

@saritshull3909 11 месяцев назад

I’m from a metric country and an engineer so metric is life 😂 But for sewing or anything where you’re using mostly whole numbers imperial actually makes more sense and is easier to work with when you get used to it. Even the fractions 😅 Because it’s much easier to do mental maths with a 12 base system than 10 because 12 has more factors than 10 does. (And thirds and quarters are more useful) Once you need more than 5mm precision metric absolutely makes sense. But unless you’re making corsets, if you’re out by that much it usually doesn’t matter much

@lindamac3846 Год назад

So glad I stumbled upon your video. I was wondering about the reinforced fusible interfacing strap you use for zippers. Where can it be bought, and does it go under any different names. I always use regular interfacing for zippers, and although they help, I'm still not happy with the result. Hope you can help me. Thanks.

@saritshull3909 11 месяцев назад

It’s sold as a tape. Or you can use silk organza but that’s more of a couture use. Or if like me you don’t want to use synthetics

@lindamac3846 11 месяцев назад

Thanks for that.@@saritshull3909

@elsiewaldner1599 11 месяцев назад

where did u purchase lamp from

@karencampbell1013 11 месяцев назад

Where can you purchase this light? 1:54

@samanthajuliet2293 Год назад

Where did you purchase your light?❤

@Julija_Gobere Год назад

I added link to Amazon in description - it’s identical to the lamp I have 🤗

@vickihorner2203 Год назад

What is the book you are talking about, I would like to order one

@cherylgrobbelaar4896 11 месяцев назад

Me too. Please supply details

@hannahshah9249 9 месяцев назад

You still get away cheap with the presser feet. 😅 I love my vintage bernina machine and I have a good basic setup, but the extra presser feet are pricy to buy, even if order online, they range from 30-80 euros each!

@Julija_Gobere 9 месяцев назад

I’ve heard that bernina feet are pricey, even up to 200 USD in some cases🤔 Definitely puts prices for industrial machines into perspective😅

@shelina_virjee Год назад

Be careful with that kit of sewing feet. I have one too, and the quarter inch foot was not loose enough to go over the seams so it wound up hurting my machine. I had to pay to get my machine repaired.

@flowersfam3462 Год назад

Exactly!

@melissad7855 Год назад

I'd love that lamp, but it clamps on the table. My sewing station is a solid desk with nothing to clamp on to...

@denisebond5889 Год назад

What is the brand name of the lamp please?

@nylanelson8660 11 месяцев назад

There is no where in the U.S. you can get a professional steam iron for $200 unless you get a good buy on a used one. I bought one used & still paid $700 for a $1300. steam iron as they are Not cheap