7 things to NOT do as a beginner at sewing! Don’t make these common mistakes!

It’s easy to find lists of tips, hints and things to do when starting to learn to sew but what about the things NOT to do? Let’s talk about my 7 top things not to do as a beginner at sewing and why not to do them. ✂ Take my free class and get started sewing (and beyond!) at VINTAGE SEWING SCHOOL : https://ytlnk.com/5CMG8Zj?utm_content=3Ins-G60_j0 ✂ 2:14 Don't use stretchy fabric! 3:49 Avoid trying to ‘just add or subtract fabric to the side seams’ to make something bigger or smaller! 6:14 Don't use different seam allowances 8:07 Don’t assume the sewing pattern has all the information you need to sew something together 10:22 Don't skip the pressing 11:48 Don’t ignore the grainline and/or layout instructions 13:39 Don’t sew late at night, whilst tired or cranky // LINKS: *My favourite SEWING SUPPLIES: https://ytlnk.com/PMPo4by?utm_content=3Ins-G60_j0 *Sign up for my newsletter and get free access to my crash course to learn to sew! https://ytlnk.com/KyDxtww?utm_content=3Ins-G60_j0 // WHAT TO WATCH NEXT: 4 FABRICS ALL SEWING BEGINNERS SHOULD AVOID! (*don't make learning to sew harder than it has to be!) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yiw37r5iaFU&t=45s SICK OF COPYING THE SEWING PATTERN CUTTING LAYOUT? How to make your own layout and save fabric! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2B_ojkdVBY&t=5s What is the grain of fabric? What is the grainline? And how to find and use it! - Sewing Terminology https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmkkfsYfYko&t=23s What is a S