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Not all sewing advice is worth following! In this video, I’m breaking down 11 pieces of advice I wish I’d ignored—from always pre-washing fabric to sticking to commercial patterns and only using matching threads. Whether you’ve been told to sew one project at a time or avoid stretch fabrics without a serger, I’m here to share why breaking these “rules” can make sewing more fun and efficient. Let’s sew smarter, not harder!
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00:00 10 Sewing Rules I Wish I’d Ignored
00:14 follow pattern instructions exactly
01:55 only use matching thread colors
04:05 stick to commercial patterns only
05:39 stick to cotton fabrics as a beginner
06:56 don’t sew without a dress form
08:59 always look for the cheapest fabric
11:33 avoid sewing stretch fabric without a serger
13:31 finish every project you start
14:38 pin everything before sewing
15:40 you must backstitch every seam
17:23 pre-wash every fabric
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