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ReadyMade mag has a great video of very basic sewing instructions and tips. Learn how to sew a button and hem pants. Learn about various stitches and how to wind a bobbin and thread a sewing machine. It's a helpful four minutes, even just for the toothpick/matchstick tip for button sewing. [ReadyMade]