Learn How to Sew: Sewing with Knits & Stretch Fabrics (Episode 10)

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Күн бұрын

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There is a common myth going around that sewing knit fabric is hard. Well, we're here to disprove those rumors and put you on the road to endless t-shirts, maxi dresses, and yoga pants.
Sure, sewing jersey and spandex is a little different than sewing 100% cotton, but with a few tips and tricks, you'll be a pro. After you watch our video, go out and try making a simple tank top or raglan. You'll be a DIY fashionista (or fashionister?) in no time! By the way, Lyrca, Spandex, and Elastane are all the same things with different names.
0:22 - Types of Knit Fabric
0:55 - Grain
1:13 - Needles
2:03 - Cutting
3:30 - Construction / Stitches
6:08 - Tips/Trick for Sewing
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@bacon_girl1155 8 ай бұрын

Not just helpful, you covered pretty well ALL of the basics in one short video! Rock on!!

@SewingPartsOnline 8 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@ashleyal 4 ай бұрын

One of the best "sewing tip" videos I've seen! Every point was useful, and there was no wasted time with extra chatter. Thank you for making such an excellent video.

@raraavis7782 7 жыл бұрын

Ah, I wish we'd had youtube when I started sewing 20 years ago...I avoided jersey fabric for years (till I could afford a serger...) - now everyone just about everywhere can get all the information they need. I still marvel at it sometimes!

@deliafloresca4763 Жыл бұрын

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@tracybeck9673 10 ай бұрын

This is a great video, I haven't been sewing regularly for a really long time, thank you for your concise presentation.

@bevmcmullen8758 6 жыл бұрын

Loved this no-nonsense, no-waffle, perfectly paced, very informative, well-presented Tutorial. Thank you so much xxx

@SewingPartsOnline 6 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure! Thank you for watching!

@_Lightning_Dog_ 3 жыл бұрын

I nominate this vid as the most helpful how to handle knits on KZfaq. I’ve been browsing all day so I feel quite qualified to make this nomination. 👍🏾

@madelynl.5351 4 жыл бұрын

I have been a quilter for a hundred years and only now started sewing on knits. You are saving my life! Such simple and great hints. Thanks!

@1111alpha 8 жыл бұрын

I am new to sewing and my machine eats everything lol im so glad i found you coz i was going crazy ... thanks for the tips :D

@barbaraness4507 4 жыл бұрын

3:53 Yep! Oh my gosh I wish I had this video 43 years ago when I first started sewing!

@susancampanelli4245 4 жыл бұрын

I just started sewing. I’d love your tutorials simple but not condescending informative but not overloading and very easy to pause and take notes on all of your tips and tricks thank you keep them coming. I think we’re gonna be friends :-)

@msannthrope1863 2 ай бұрын

Omg, I laughed SOOO HARD when you called the serger a “bucket of crazy” with the horns and tail. 😂😂😂 Too funny.

@jantheilen3932 3 жыл бұрын

I've been sewing quilts for 20 years and now I'm trying knits again. Machines and fabrics have changed a lot and I was so frustrated with the lack of info on which stitch to use with knits on my new mid range machine. I spent hours, yes, hours online after my "manual" was mum on the topic. I'm so glad I found you! Best info! Thanks!

@roseannfuschetto2448 8 жыл бұрын

UNBELIEVABLE !!! Never knew that my sewing machine had these stitches! Always stayed away from stretch materials! Invaluable information!!! Thank you so very much, Sara!!!!!

@farvista 8 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh, I've looked at a number of somewhat inadequate tutorials, but this one is competent and has some breadth of information!

@safepethaven 10 жыл бұрын

Serger = bucket-of-crazy...HAHA so true! and slow as molasses uphill. Love it! You are a seamstress after my own heart. Thank you for these tips. Most I learn "back in the olden days" when learning to sew as a kid from my mom [1961-ish], but with "modern" fibers, notions & time-saving shortcuts, sewing is much less painful/tedious than ever. But it is not cheap.

@juliewheaton641 5 күн бұрын

This was an excellent tutorial! Feeling brave enough to give knits a try now!

@melissahislop5716 4 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU!! I can’t tell you how many videos I’ve watched trying to learn how to sew Jersey knits better. This is the only one that went over every single specific question I had. And hand basting before machine sewing curves? Genius. I can’t wait to try my project now.

@lyndabruce6077 6 жыл бұрын

I have always fought with knits. This will help a lot. I have never seen a better explanation of all the issues and how to work with them. Now to make some cute out fits for my granddaughter and dust off the serger.

@SewingPartsOnline 6 жыл бұрын

Knits are intimidating for many of us. It took me years to fully embrace them, but I will never go back! I hope you enjoy sewing outfits for your granddaughter!

@pattygardner231 7 жыл бұрын

I've watched a few tutorials on knit fabrics. Yours was very informative, with information I can really use. Thanks!

@SewingPartsOnline 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad it was helpful!

@bkmash41 6 жыл бұрын

Completely agree, this is a good tutorial!

@DawnCutaia 5 жыл бұрын

This was extremely helpful. Great idea about the muslin fabric on the table. It's a simple solution but I didn't even think to do it. Lol.

@realityabyss 8 жыл бұрын

You've answered all the issues I was having with my stretch fabric issue. Thank you :)

@tiffanygreen28 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I've been sewing a long time, but every time I've tried to jump into a simple knit project, it's cause to all my stress, haha. I want to make a pair of leggings and will definitely use your video to help with pointers in doing so!

@bonnieraekonjevich2776 5 жыл бұрын

Best video re knits. Love the muslin tip, THE STRETCHY TAPE, WOW! Have mainly sewn wovens all my life...

@_Lightning_Dog_ 3 жыл бұрын

I agree this is the best video out there on knits. To the point and full of all the info anyone could need. 👍🏾

@love2laughwa 4 жыл бұрын

I NEEDED THIS! Thank you! I was going crazy trying to get my fabric smooth enough to lay out my pattern.

@suzettenalzaro42 7 жыл бұрын

you have saved my life today. now I can confidently complete with what I have started and have a professional finished look project.

@RB-it5zm 8 жыл бұрын

love the humor! Thank you for the tips!

@BonesofStarlight 2 жыл бұрын

Short sweet and to the point, and I can still understand it at double speed. Perfect :D

@stefestella 9 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! I had been shy about working with knits, though there was so much I wanted to do, and I didn't want to buy a surger. Thanks so much, for this, especially the breakdown of the different types of knits, the importance of planning for the garment stretch, and the advantages and disadvantages of the different types of sitiches. I am now very excited about tackling knits, and will probably use this video as a reference.

@sweetlunamaria 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, thank you, thank you, for this informative video.

@isabelserrano4480 3 жыл бұрын

Woow! Straight to the fact and No crap very useful 👌💗💗💗

@love-feathersoft5067 6 жыл бұрын

This was soooo informative!!! Exactly what I needed! Thank you!

@paigettie 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Totally explains why my maxi skirt had issues with bunching and seam breakage! You are awesome! Thanks for sharing!!!

@melbapesante4737 3 жыл бұрын

I learned so much with this tutorial. Great tips. I appreciate your instructions!!!!! Thanks .

@Hellnogizmo 4 жыл бұрын

This is wonderful! I have been mapping out making my first swim suit for weeks now! (Beginner) This was very helpful, and I've been researching!

@Jaimiegoesrawr 4 ай бұрын

I really appreciate how concise this video is! Thank you!

@1time4younme 2 жыл бұрын

A very helpful video that I'm sure I'll return to more than once. Thank you so much.

@SewingPartsOnline 2 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@cjtramm8 7 жыл бұрын

You are truly a marvel. You get to the point and have excellent examples. Thank so much!

@berniemarshall7772 5 жыл бұрын

One of the best stretch videos I have seen!

@screeningmimi 4 жыл бұрын

If only I'd found you two days ago! My "easy, fast, pants" could be the "Don't" example for everything you've just done correctly. :- ) Next time, I'll know what to do - thank you!

@LanasMomma 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you. This just saved me heartbreak on my first sewing project.

@patriciaharper5735 3 ай бұрын

This was great! I'm getting back into sewing now that I'm retired and am getting ready to cut out my first pattern. I really wish youtube was around when I started sewing 40 years ago!

@SewingPartsOnline 3 ай бұрын

Wonderful!

@waifong23 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you for a thorough explanation of the different types of stitches, and stabilising methods.

@erinmanuel4418 9 жыл бұрын

I'm glad I found this video! I've been trying to sew some REALLY stretchy velveteen fabric in my latest project and it's been a disaster. All I can say is I am thankful to have a seam ripper! lol Thanks for the tips.

@Kwantifye 8 жыл бұрын

Incredibly helpful - thank you so much!!

@theresecrouch2924 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent tips, love the stable weights..really , good thinking...use what you have

@creeperscraftsncoolstuff680 8 жыл бұрын

I've been searching EVERYWHERE to try and find a way to keep my machine from eating my fabric!!! THANK YOU!!!! literally so excited!!!!

@dale3404 4 жыл бұрын

Glad to know that someone else uses starch for knits. I also use it in slippery fabrics such as chiffon. Works wonders.

@1209kristal 8 жыл бұрын

You have helped me tremendously. Thank you very much!!

@barbaraness4507 Жыл бұрын

This is the best video for sewing knits! I would rather not see knits at all, but I have a lot of knit fabric that needs to be used.

@MrsKrikit 5 жыл бұрын

So glad I clicked on your video first! Quick and to the point with tons of info. Thank you!

@uppereast74 Жыл бұрын

An excellent and concise introduction to sewing with knits. Thank you.

@cwgoodrich 2 жыл бұрын

I need you in my life. Great video.

@cwgoodrich 2 жыл бұрын

Love you!!

@sheripresloid7839 5 ай бұрын

I am 2 and a half mins thru this video and I am learning so much! Thank you! Subscribed! :)

@SewingPartsOnline 5 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

@kimburke3189 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Thank you!

@TheHutjemoos 10 жыл бұрын

Very helpful and not just for beginners! Thankyou.

@SewingPartsOnline 10 жыл бұрын

TheHutjemoos Our pleasure! Thank you so much for watching!

@cocoag8708 7 жыл бұрын

one word for this video........Awesome!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you so much!!

@ThePcroy 8 жыл бұрын

Oh. my. goodness. This is THE most helpful sewing video I have ever watched! Knits drive me crazy, but so many garments I want to make are best made with it. Thank you, thank you for saving my sanity!!

@sandrahembrey2354 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the information. I just finished cutting out a simple T-shirt pattern and was wondering about all that was presented - needles, settings, etc., now I feel more confident!

@starbucksthiholsters Жыл бұрын

Wow the starch and basting stitch tips were great!

@Dixitttt 8 ай бұрын

Omg i struggeled for like half an hour. My sigsag was weird and everything looked like shit and i didnt want that stich for the hem cause it looks ugly, yes offence. I would have never guessed the triple stich was streachy. Thank you thank you thank youuuuu. I HATE looking at tutorials cause its usually such a simple thing to explain but the video is like 30 min like why😭. This was down to the point. And now i dont have to cry anymore thank you fr. I LOVE you

@terilooney 7 жыл бұрын

This was helpful!Thanks for the great tips. 👍😊

@KaPika735 4 жыл бұрын

I just started sewing with a machine and this was so helpful - thank you so much!

@kararogers1779 10 жыл бұрын

This series has been so helpful. I have seriously found myself referring back to these when sewing. Thank you so much from a VERY new sew-er. :)

@SewingPartsOnline 10 жыл бұрын

Kara Rogers So glad they have been helpful! Welcome to the wonderful world of sewing!

@Ramona624 8 жыл бұрын

You do the very best tutorials. thank you so much.

@georgycolson9671 Жыл бұрын

Perfect video...pretty much all of the bases were covered! Thank you!

@97grad 9 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy the videos on this channel. Very informative and easy to follow even for someone who have been sowing for years.

@toriwright8306 6 жыл бұрын

Very informative, just what I was looking for. Thank you!!

@SewingPartsOnline 6 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome. We're glad you found it helpful!

@juliescott4390 Жыл бұрын

Knit newbie here. Thanks for the tips!

@miosotisramirez505 4 жыл бұрын

This is the most helpful video there is. Thank you!

@LesaLegit 6 жыл бұрын

Best video on knits that I've seen online. Thanks!

@SewingPartsOnline 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@ccccclark2605 5 ай бұрын

This is one of the BEST videos. Ty. ❤️🙏

@avaerena2927 Жыл бұрын

The slant stitch is lauded by lots of professional sewers but, finding a machine with it with the slant in the downward not upward position is hard to find and I’d rather not buy another sewing machine when I have a perfectly good machine already so I’m pleased the triple zig zag stitch works just as well.

@veraorthlieb 2 жыл бұрын

Many tips, concise. A+

@pludgooey9331 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Have watched so many videos and still didn't understand a single thing, while your video is super clear and I really learned what I needed to know!

@DemetersRest 8 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial ... all the questions I needed answered in less than 10 minutes - Thank you!

@_Lightning_Dog_ 3 жыл бұрын

Same, friend

@hiitsyeni6100 4 жыл бұрын

Extremely helpful!! Thank u so much!

@dmlines 9 жыл бұрын

This was amazing!!! Thank you so much.

@rosalindagarza3535 6 жыл бұрын

Love it !!!! Thank you so much for your information! I learned a lot 🤓

@patrickfarley8036 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, what I don't know about sewing could fill volumes! Thanks for this, I never would have thought to use Ball point needles AND I have a bunch of brand new needles of every sort and style that came in a huge cookie tin notions I picked up at a yard sale for next to nothing! It really would have sucked if I did this project and then found out I should have changed my needle and to not use the straight stitch I was going to use with the presser foot tension right where it is! 😨😳😭😭😭😭😵 This is not the first time you've saved me! Thank you!

@ksp1154 7 жыл бұрын

this is the BEST tutorial i've seen so far. its to the point and really informative as well as helpful. THANKS!!!

@SewingPartsOnline 7 жыл бұрын

It's our pleasure! Thank you so much for your kind words!

@TheChiichick 5 ай бұрын

This was so helpful I cannot wait to give it a try!

@AnnD135 8 жыл бұрын

AWESOME, AWESOME, AWESOME! Thank you so much.

@cateaguirre1694 6 жыл бұрын

I found this video EXTREMELY helpful. Thank you so much!!!

@SewingPartsOnline 6 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching!

@jchollingsworth1389 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, you've made it so easy to understand

@ellielarsen9532 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent teaching - Thank you for all the tips... In such a short time, you have covered so much... One amazing teacher you would be. Thank you very much..

@SewingPartsOnline 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words and for watching!

@rogueskiss3794 5 жыл бұрын

man! glad I found this before sewing my first cosplay outfit :D

@Jr-nd9kd 9 жыл бұрын

love your tutorials and helped me immensely

@makeitwork7872 4 жыл бұрын

i am glad to learn your tricks.. i successfully made a pants from 4 direction knit fabric.. thank you😊

@karenderbes5943 6 жыл бұрын

Your video tutorials are always on point! Thanks for sharing all of this useful knowledge, I really learn a lot and appreciate it "SEW MUCH!"

@SewingPartsOnline 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@olajordan9951 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Sarah. Great tute.

@IzusaOGarro 5 жыл бұрын

Best video I've seen on this topic thanks!

@kymberlydawn1445 3 жыл бұрын

This was the Most informative video I have watched thus far....and I have seen a Lot of them. Kudos.

@PerditionLeatherCo Жыл бұрын

This was great! I was looking for how to get my machine to stop eating my knit. The whole video was great though. Thank you 🙏

@irenedale5256 4 жыл бұрын

Really helpful video! I’ve been too scared to use some cotton knit fabric that I bought for a dress (scared about stretching the side seams) so this has given me more confidence. Thank you.

@davidmarks509 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for such a super useful guide.

@kittyheald4525 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant love this lady, thank you :)

@HitherandYarn 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for these wonderful tips!

@soulcandyalmadulce5885 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, very helpful. Much appreciated.

@FaerySeeker 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sara! Once again, your advice is always a great help. Sewing knits was a nightmare for me until I watched this video. Now I`m sure I can get those fussy knits sewn the way they are supposed to be.

@SewingPartsOnline 6 жыл бұрын

We are glad you found it helpful! Thank you for watching and happy sewing!

@4gromit1 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you,thank so,so much detail,you covered every aspect! I am making a swing out of Lycra for my child to sit and swing in,which is the safest stitch to use , he is 60 lbs and will be bouncing around a lot!