So glad it was helpful! I had struggled with rotary cutters for so long-just know it is not you and it can take time and experimenting with different models to find the right one for you! 💜
I have been loving videos like this since so many ppl I subscribe to have been posting them, but yours is my fave! I also made my own pattern weights from washers, but I crocheted around mine. You have me considering a pattern notch tool! 🤔 I also really love my Hot Hemmer!!! That shirt you’re showing the clips for looks like the Patina blouse. Is it?
Aww, you are too kind, tishushu--you just made my day! 🥲 I love sewing tool videos and lists, too. I find I never know when I might learn about a new tool or a new way to use an old one. Love your crocheted pattern weights idea! And great question about the clips on the blouse. If you are thinking of the red one, that was actually a shot from my making the Reeta dress. I made a Gilbert top and Reeta dress in the same red fabriC.
I had a constant battle with the rotary cutter in the beginning and the thing just dont cut fabric as easily as i have seen RUclipsrs use them on their vlogs. Now i cannot live without them1! But still looking for the ‘one’. Yours recommendation might be it!! I have never seen yours before. Thanks for sharing😊
Yes it was such a struggle! There are so many factors that go into feeling successful with any tool so it is worth experimenting. Thanks for your kind note, I appreciate it! 💜
I too am a lefty who used scissors in my right hand. I was very interested to hear of your journey with rotary cutters, Cleo. Thank you! I really, really appreciate it when I find sewing coaches who teach troubleshooting! I'm so tired of videos that say, "It's quick and easy" but I just can't make the thing work. I'm in New Zealand and brand choice is limited here. My Birch rotary cutter blades go dull after a couple of projects. They can't be sharpened, and replacing them isn't cheap, so I reserve their use for particular tasks. What did you mean when you said your LVH blades are silver? Made of silver?!
It seems strange to refer to steel scissors as still being sharp, "lasting a really long time". There's no need for quality scissors to become redundant from losing their edge. You can take them to a blade sharpener any time they get dull. In New Zealand, I pay NZ$5 to get my scissors professionally sharpened.
I know you may not see this post, but I'm hopeful. I have a Dritz cardboard folding Superboard & I have no idea how to use it. I've searched youtube & every other place I can think of, but there are just no instructions that I can find anywhere. I inherited this from my Grandmother, so no instructions there either. Could you please do a tutorial on how to use this without ruining it? Thank you.
Great question, and how awesome to have your grandmother’s board! So, I don’t one have myself but if I did, it would make a great surface laying out a pattern or fabric, particularly over something like a dining table or rug/floor. I don’t think I would use a rotary cutter on it but should be okay for scissors/shears. The grid and measurements might help with certain patterns or anything that calls for measurements. I usually rely on rulers and not the grid on mats/board, but that’s more a personal preference. I hope this is a bit helpful-I wish I could be of more help!
@@cleow Thank you. Yes, it does help. I am just terrified of mishandling it, but as you said, I can use the measurements & shears. Thank you again & Merry Christmas 🎄💝
I am a novice who is scouting out tools I may be needing in the future. Your video is a wonderful start. Great tour of your tools, Cleo. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful! I posted an update to this video, too, which might help firm up some choices! 🙏💜
Very informative. Thank you from a beginner sewer and a lefty. I have been challenged by my rotary cutter.
So glad it was helpful! I had struggled with rotary cutters for so long-just know it is not you and it can take time and experimenting with different models to find the right one for you! 💜
wow, sounds like you have a really thoughtful MIL. Thank you for sharing .
I most certainly do! 🥰
Nice video. Very calming and easy paced. I ordered the rotary cutter and blades. Many thanks
Great to hear, and thank you! ✨
About the Friction pens...they do disappear with heat But if you live in a cold climate (I live in Minnesota) the mark will come back when cold.
Oh boy, this is good to know!! 🙌
Fantastic video! Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
My pleasure, and thank you for your kind note! 😊
Thanks Cleo. Your video will be great for beginner seamstresses and tailors.
Thank you! 🙏 💜
Nicely done 👍
Thank you for sharing your knowledge 😎
So kind of you, thank you!
Very informative and fun video! Thanks for sharing.
Thank you so much! 😊
I have vintage sad irons that I also use as pattern weights. They are great pattern weights.
Yes, they're perfectly weighty! ✨
This was really helpful! It’s is always nice to build your skills. Your feedback helps me not have to ru.n into not so effective products.
So glad this was helpful!
Love this list of recommended tools. Erica Arndt had a good tip using snap bands to keep rolled up fabric, paper etc. Many thanks
Great tip! And glad this was helpful-I might do an updated one in the future.
Very helpful. Thank you for taking the trouble to do this video. Kind regards from North Wales UK
So glad to hear this was helpful, and thank you for your thoughtful note! 😊
What a beautiful video! Thank you:))
Thank you for your kind words!
Just found your video and ordered the seam gauge. If it's not as bendy as the Dritz, I'm happy!
Yes! 🙌 The Wawak version is much more solid!
Thank you for the information.
Any time!
I have been loving videos like this since so many ppl I subscribe to have been posting them, but yours is my fave!
I also made my own pattern weights from washers, but I crocheted around mine.
You have me considering a pattern notch tool! 🤔
I also really love my Hot Hemmer!!!
That shirt you’re showing the clips for looks like the Patina blouse. Is it?
Aww, you are too kind, tishushu--you just made my day! 🥲 I love sewing tool videos and lists, too. I find I never know when I might learn about a new tool or a new way to use an old one. Love your crocheted pattern weights idea! And great question about the clips on the blouse. If you are thinking of the red one, that was actually a shot from my making the Reeta dress. I made a Gilbert top and Reeta dress in the same red fabriC.
I had a constant battle with the rotary cutter in the beginning and the thing just dont cut fabric as easily as i have seen RUclipsrs use them on their vlogs. Now i cannot live without them1! But still looking for the ‘one’. Yours recommendation might be it!! I have never seen yours before. Thanks for sharing😊
Yes it was such a struggle! There are so many factors that go into feeling successful with any tool so it is worth experimenting. Thanks for your kind note, I appreciate it! 💜
I too am a lefty who used scissors in my right hand. I was very interested to hear of your journey with rotary cutters, Cleo. Thank you!
I really, really appreciate it when I find sewing coaches who teach troubleshooting! I'm so tired of videos that say, "It's quick and easy" but I just can't make the thing work.
I'm in New Zealand and brand choice is limited here. My Birch rotary cutter blades go dull after a couple of projects. They can't be sharpened, and replacing them isn't cheap, so I reserve their use for particular tasks. What did you mean when you said your LVH blades are silver? Made of silver?!
Glad i found you on here!
Me too! 😁💜
It seems strange to refer to steel scissors as still being sharp, "lasting a really long time". There's no need for quality scissors to become redundant from losing their edge. You can take them to a blade sharpener any time they get dull. In New Zealand, I pay NZ$5 to get my scissors professionally sharpened.
You are so right, thank you for sharing this!
What is the background music please?
Nothing mentioned in the description.
I know you may not see this post, but I'm hopeful. I have a Dritz cardboard folding Superboard & I have no idea how to use it. I've searched youtube & every other place I can think of, but there are just no instructions that I can find anywhere. I inherited this from my Grandmother, so no instructions there either. Could you please do a tutorial on how to use this without ruining it? Thank you.
Great question, and how awesome to have your grandmother’s board! So, I don’t one have myself but if I did, it would make a great surface laying out a pattern or fabric, particularly over something like a dining table or rug/floor. I don’t think I would use a rotary cutter on it but should be okay for scissors/shears. The grid and measurements might help with certain patterns or anything that calls for measurements. I usually rely on rulers and not the grid on mats/board, but that’s more a personal preference. I hope this is a bit helpful-I wish I could be of more help!
@@cleow Thank you. Yes, it does help. I am just terrified of mishandling it, but as you said, I can use the measurements & shears. Thank you again & Merry Christmas 🎄💝
why the little tie on the shears?
Great question! I put a little ribbon on my fabric-only shears (all other scissors are fair game for any other cutting!)
@@cleow smart
@@cleowditto. I do the ribbon on my fabric shears too
Why the epic music? It's confusing. :)
You're right! 😆This vid will be due for a redo in the future!
@@cleow The music isn't too bad, I think the volume is just higher than normal. It's a good video!
I'm not a big fan of music for the sake of music.
I like the music!
@@AuntiePea I enjoyed the, as well. Excellent tools recomendations.