How to Sew with Knit Fabrics Tips for Beginners. Learn how to sew knit fabric. Find out what type of thread and needle to use and machine settings.
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The best stitches for knit fabrics: sew knits without a serger, with options for knit seams, hemming knits, and seam finishes on knit fabric.
A reference guide on how to sew with knit fabrics. Tips for sewing with knits, along with resources and books about knit fabrics.
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Today I'll be showing you my favourite neckline finish for knit fabrics. It's my personal method for sewing knit neckline bindings, and I prefer it to the standard method!
The tank was forced gently placed on Maia and it fits super well. And the back's not too shabby either. Because Millie asked so nicely about the way I did the binding, here's my compendium of different methods of knit binding. And why I don't like them. Except my own way, which I love. Method One: Single fold binding Binding is folded in half: On fold, sewn to the right side of the garment: End result flipped up: NB: You can topstitch seam allowance back down to the main fabric for a nicer finish, I didn't because I'm in a ridiculous hurry. Why I don't like it: If you're binding a neckline or something super curvy you have to cut the binding much shorter and make it stretch evenly to fit. Too. Many. Pins.Method Two: Double fold binding Binding folded in half and then into quarters: Folded to hide raw edges and the bottom fold extend a little bit further down from the top fold: Binding encloses raw edge like a sandwich: Stitched close to the bottom edge (thereby catching the hidden folded edge on the inside that extends slightly further) The right side: The wrong side: Why I don't like it: You have too be oh-so-slow and careful to make sure you are catching the hidden bottom edge in a non-ugly fashionMethod Three: Enclose and trim (the Ottobre method) Binding folded up about a third of the way to give stitch guide: Placed to the right side of garment and stitched along press line: Binding pulled up and over the raw edges into the inside of the garment and pressed down: Stitched on the right side of the garment just below the bottom edge of the binding: Turned to the wrong side: The excess binding trimmed up to the stitch line: The end result: Why I don't like it: It's honestly not that bad, but I don't love the trimmed raw edge. That's the kind of thing that shops cover up with a coverstitch.Method Four: Fold and Flip (the Kitschy Coo method) As per Method One, fold binding in half but put it to the wrong side of the garment: Once stitched, flip the binding to the right side: Fold it over so that it encloses the seam allowance. Roll it a tiny bit so the edge of the binding is still visible from the wrong side (otherwise known as Don't Drag the Wrong Side of the Garment Up and Over So Everyone Can See It). You should be able to feel the seam allowance hiding inside. Stitch the binding down close to the edge from the right side: Pardon the skipped stitches, my machine was being an a**hole. The wrong side looks nice too (and see what I mean about a tiny bit of the binding still visible from the inside): A better picture of both sides when machines are being cooperative: Why this method is awesome: Good looking from both sides, and you don't need to cut the binding smaller than the neckline and stretch it to fit. Hope this helps those of you getting your summer knits out! Pin It Tweet
One of the many benefits of sewing your own wardrobe is that you can customize handmade projects however you like. Kaysie of KZJO'STUDIO shared this beautiful Shell Edge Finish Tutorial that is the perfect finishing touch for many different knit sewing projects. This lovely accent will transform any basic piece into a one-of-a-kind creation. Click here for the entire tutorial and happy sewing! In her example, Kaysie uses KZJO'STUDIO Ashlin Dress Sewing Pattern to add her shell edge finish, but you can use this technique on almost any knit sewing pattern. Order your Ashlin Dress along with many more Indie Sewing Patterns at Girl Charlee today! Kaysie's tutorial includes many sewing tips for readers like the suggestion of using a contrast thread to show off the shell edge. This is such a fun added touch, why not show it off? Don't forget to practice on a scrap piece of fabric before sewing your Ashlin to master the technique and see how your stitches will look. The Ashlin is designed to be sewn in a stable knit fabric including Cotton Lycra and Ponte De Roma. A few of my picks from the store: Follow Girl Charlee Fabrics's board Knit Fabric Sewing Tutorials on Pinterest. We hope you enjoy this tutorial! We love to see what you sew up so please send 1-2 images* of any project you make with Girl Charlee Fabrics to [email protected] and you might see your creation featured in our next Knit Picks! *Please note that all images submitted are subject for Girl Charlee promotional use. Happy Sewing! ~ Heather & The Girl Charlee Team SaveSave SaveSave SaveSave
Patterns aren't cheap. Seriously, I was browsing through through the look books at Hobby Lobby the other day and some of them were as much as $20. Tack that on to the price of fabric and other supplies and suddenly sewing your own clothing becomes very expensive. Thankfully, you can make your own patterns using your own clothing that you know to fit well. I'll show you how to make a simple blouse pattern using a top of my own. I used Scotch Postal Wrapping Paper as my pattern paper. I found it at Target for about $5. It gives you 30 feet of paper, so it will last a long time. I used paper because I like to lay my pattern piece down and trace the shape directly onto my fabric. If you think you'd prefer to pin the pattern to your fabric and then cut it out, paper may not be the way to go for you. Muslin fabric is another great material that would allow you to pin the pattern piece to your fabric. It's also nice because it can be folded up and stored away when not in use. Lay your garment down on the paper and determine the middle of the top. Mark right above the collar and right below the hem. Draw a rough outline of one half of the top. When you get to the sleeve, do your best to fold it back so that you just see the armhole. Sketch the curve as shown below. This first pattern piece I'm working on will serve as the back of the pattern. Sketch the outline of the slightly higher, back collar. Stop once you get to the half marks that you previously made. Now you'll need to sketch an outline outside the dotted line to allow for seam allowances. To determine how far apart the rough sketch line should be from the final outline of the pattern you'll need to take what materials you're working with into consideration. For example: The lace top I am using has a stretch quality to it. If I want to use this pattern to make a top with a non-stretch fabric, I will need to make the final pattern outline a good amount wider than my rough sketch. However, if I was using a non-stretch garment to make my pattern I wouldn't have to allow for as much extra fabric. It's always better to have a too big pattern and therefore a too big top than it is to go too small. Don't be afraid to be generous. Extend the outline by about 1.5 inches along the sides and about 1 inch at the armholes and collar. Extend the bottom of the top by several inches to allow for hemming. Cut on the line and fold the pattern over making sure that the crease is on the middle marks you made previously. Trace so that you have a perfectly symmetrical pattern. Repeat the same process for the front piece of the pattern being sure to trace the front part of the collar this time. Now for the sleeves. Fold a piece of paper and position it underneath the garment and the pattern. The fold should be parallel to the top of the sleeve. Trace the curve of the front pattern piece. Leave plenty of extra room for the sleeve to be hemmed. Remember it's better to go oversized than undersized. You can always take the shirt in if it is a little too big. Cut out all of your pieces and press to get rid of creases and you're done! *Update* I recently used this pattern to make this cute little top. Click on the picture for the full tutorial!
Simple tips for using your home sewing machine to sew knit fabrics. By Haley Glenn.
Some times those tiny details really make the look! This quick and easy picot shell edge is made on your sewing machine with the blind hem stitch. I saw this adorable picot edge on Pinterest and I had to duplicate it. I think the original was on the edge of a peter-pan style collar, but […]
Make your own gorgeous statement necklaces with fabrics you have at home and look fabulous; These FREE patterns are easy for even novices in craft/sewing.
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This is a digital pattern for a boned pair of stays. The file includes: - 3 PDF of the pattern to print at home (A4 or US letter size) or with a professional (A1 size) - A PDF for the sewing instructions in English and in French. - A text file with the link to the private video tutorial For a better understanding of the instructions, you can watch the tutorial video on YouTube (in French with English subtitles). The link to the video is on page 10 of your PDF book instructions or in the text files included in your download. You can watch the trailer of the video here: => https://youtu.be/Pgp0sL1nfjs Size are from 32 to 48. The measurements are listed on the second picture. There is also a tutorial to mix two sizes in the pdf. TIPS: - I tried to be as clear as possible in the instruction of the pattern so even if you're a beginner, you could make this corset. But I advise you to be helped by an intermediate sewer during the build. - Seams allowance are included in the pattern. - You will need 70 cm of fabric (140 cm wide). UPDATE 07/12/2021: If you have bought the corset and you want the 2 new files in US letter and A1, send me a private message with the account which bought the pattern. I will send you a link to download them. Be careful, this is a digital product. You will be able to download the files right after your purchase. That's why I don't accept refund or exchange. /!\ For personal use only /!\
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Windmill Bag Free Pattern available at http://peanutbutteryelleytime.wordpress.com/patterns/windmill-bag/. Super fast knit made with my ladies on our super cool swimming retreat. CO 20 stitches for each panel. Only drawback here is the stitching up, but the slip stitches on the side...
Fold over elastic (FOE) is one of my favorite finishes. It’s fast, simple, and results in a gorgeous finish. I love using FOE to finish the raw edges on delicate […]
Knit Like a Viking With Nalbinding - How to Do the Oslo Stitch: Nalbinding (also spelled naalbinding, nalebinding, nalbindning and other variants) is an ancient fabric construction technique that predates knitting and crochet by some 2000 years. This video shows you how to do the Oslo stitch, which is the simple…
Crochet is a great way to join together knitted strips or squares, as in this rainbow bedspread . It's less stretchy than knitting, which me...
Learn how to sew your crochet items to fabric using your sewing machine to make it fast and easy. Here are my best tips and tricks!
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I love Brioche, especially the chocolate kind….but this post isn’t about the bread brioche, its about the knitting brioche! Brioche knitting is a kind of one or two (or more?) colour kn…
Oh,... have I ever been having fun with new fabrics and new pincushion designs. I just had to share this Thread Catcher that I completed moments ago. I just posted it for sale at my Etsy Shop . Isn't this pincushion the just the cutest! That's a five inch Dresden Plate quilt block applied to the top of the pincushion! I know, I know, I'm crazy, aren't I? Fast Forward! This pattern, as well as two other Thread Catcher Patterns is now available at my Etsy shop, Curry Bungalow. https://www.etsy.com/shop/CurryBungalow
Make these soup bowl cozies to keep your hand safe from hot bowls of soup. Fun to make and functional - from Craft Warehouse. Free Pattern.
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Today we’re going to talk about creating removable knee pads and we will be adding a gusset to the Jutland Pants! I’m adding both of these features to the heavy work pants I’m making for my Uncle. My inspiration is the brand of pants my Uncle likes to wear (Kühl) which always include a gusset. Creating Removable Knee
I had several people e-mail me and ask about pin stitching after reading my last journal entry , so I decided to create a tutorial and show...
Quick & Easy Neck Warmers!
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Free Easy Knit Plant Décor Pattern For HomeA simple knit mat in yarn with a bit of subtle shimmer helps protect furniture or highlight a table arrangement. Use this mat under your plants to help you remember to nurture them.Material NotesEverything you need to make your new project is included in this kit! Time to get stitching, and don’t forget to share your progress!
You know how it’s always about the details. When sewing with knits, the details really matter. Learn about those details and why they they make a difference.
