30:37Start here · Beginner project
Sew your first Judy Tee
A complete sew-up of this simple tee, with tips for beginners.
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30:37- See the steps
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A good place to begin
Build your sewing confidence.
Start with your measurements, get to know your fabric, and practice a finish you can use on your next make.
22:36Before you sew
Take your measurements
Follow the measuring guidance for the Everyday Shirt and other knit shirts.
23:32Get to know your fabric
Choose fabric for your tee
Explore knit fabric options for a simple T-shirt, including the Judy Tee.
13:36Try a technique
Finish with knit binding
See Judy’s preferred binding method, demonstrated on the 24/7 Tank.
Make something from start to finish
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Before you press play.
A few useful things to know about sewing with our videos.
Where should I start if I’m a beginner?
Start with the measuring and fabric videos, then try the Judy Tee sew-up. Keep the pattern instructions with you and pause the video whenever you need more time.
Do videos replace the pattern instructions?
Use the videos alongside your pattern’s written instructions, size chart, and fabric requirements. A playlist may focus on selected techniques rather than every step.
How do I find videos for my pattern?
Look for a sewing video or playlist link on the pattern’s product page. You can also use the all-playlists link above to browse the channel for your pattern name.