Sew Awesome Knit Tops! My Top Tips + Latest Makes

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2 жыл бұрын

Learn my best tips for sewing knit tops and t-shirts, including how to sew the perfect neckband, making gathers on knits and the best way to stabilise the shoulder seams.
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@sherylcadick7482 8 ай бұрын

I live in the U.S. - Texas. I’ve been watching your videos all afternoon and evening! I am a new subscriber now! I also have ordered four of your books and already have 3 of the books you recommended as some of your favorites from your library. I have worked for Husqvarna Viking and Janome in sales and as a store instructor. I have two overlocks (one also converts to Coverstitch), a Janome Cover Pro 1000CPX a small 60 stitch Janome sewing machine, a 60 year old Pfaff, and a Viking sewing/embroidery machine. I love them all. I’ve retired from working and am getting back into sewing for the fun of it and am so glad I found your KZfaq channel! Thank you for sharing you skills and talents!!!

@honeywell891 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, I just found you site. Wow. Your videos are very detailed but your explanations are very clear. Why do other videos make things sound so complicated. I'm in the process of making a simple T-Shirt. But this video has made me much more confident in sewing with my stretch knits and make some beautiful blouses. Just like your video. Well, it might take me a little bit of time to get them just like yours. Maybe a couple of years !!!! What I like about your videos, is that you have a great sense of humour as you go. Thank you for that. I get very tense sometimes when I'm learning to sew. Thanks Again!

@maryalgar8779 2 жыл бұрын

Such pretty fabric, especially the one you are wearing. You are an amazing seamstress.

@Jin04115 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, a must to watch if you sew with knits. The neckband tips alone is priceless. Thank you.

@Thelaststitch 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words about my video!

@cindyking6297 7 ай бұрын

I LOVE the Burda Top. I have made a couple, but want to make more. Yes, you have to really think!!! Thank you!!!!

@penelopydoll7532 2 жыл бұрын

I always put the neckband seam at the middle back of the neckline I never thought of lining it up with the shoulder seam 🤭

@Thelaststitch 2 жыл бұрын

Ah, yes. Both works of course, but at the shoulder the seam is pretty much invisible

@tammymasson2343 2 жыл бұрын

I have sewn a lot for a long time, but I found this video full of excellent information. I learned a lot!

@jojosewist8921 2 жыл бұрын

What great tips you have provided. I would use pleats in a sleeve cap, but not a few gathers. It might look as if I couldn't sew an inserted sleeve correctly. If someone doesn't have a rubber mallet, a regular hammer can be used. Just need to cover the metal with some soft fabric. Also I have found if thick fabric seam allowance doesnt want to lay flat, increase the seam allowance a little more, or don't trim it as much. I truly love learning from you, you explain so well.

@cathtaylor2771 Жыл бұрын

It is so helpful with you telling us about these tips without going into an half hour explanation. You kept the tip explanation short quick and precise. Thankyou very much for that xx

@lissataylor12345 Жыл бұрын

I am so glad to find your videos. Thank you for the tips.

@jacqpot9413 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your excellent tips. I especially loved the point about using a narrower neckband or self-fabric!

@dale3404 2 жыл бұрын

I really like the pleated sleeves and the self-fabric neckband. It really steps up the garment.

@floatinglotuswomenswellness 2 жыл бұрын

I spent most of the pandemic year collecting knit fabrics, and these tips are going to be very handy now that it's cooling off and time to make sweaters and warmer tops!

@Thelaststitch 2 жыл бұрын

That's awesome to hear, knits are so cosy to wear!

@gedoeniko 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! My tip for the neck band's vertical seam: I am pressing it open, to have less bulk. If I am using a serger to sew the neckband together, inside the folding of the band I clip the fabric up to the seam, being careful not to clip the looper stitch, and I fold the seam allowance right and left. I hope I was not too confusing. Your tip with the rubber hammer, I have never thought about, I have to give it a try :) Greetings from Chicago

@MariaRosseau 2 жыл бұрын

I love that bow blouse! Also, your tips have definitely helped me have more professional-looking results in my own sewing. :)

@howardgoldstein867 2 жыл бұрын

a narrow zigzag or the lightning bolt stitch that many machines now have, is a great stitch to use for that front seam on your knotted top.....

@Thelaststitch 2 жыл бұрын

Totally, these are so great for knits, almost like a straight stitch

@angelitafrancisco5092 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the very practical tips!

@myralorraine 2 жыл бұрын

Love your tips Johanna! 🤗 Thank you so much for sharing! 😊

@ClaireEngland1 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your tricks and tips - really helpful! I also love your Burda twist top so I think I'm going to add that to my sewing list. Plus the pleat detail on the T-shirt with facings is really a lovely addition. Thank you very much :)

@barbarawarner4645 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Great tips.

@JaniceWiles 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful!!!

@doloresw 2 жыл бұрын

Love the twist knot top!

@SewTexas 2 жыл бұрын

Great tips, thank you.

@lindabrown7374 2 жыл бұрын

Really good video! Thanks!

@norakathleenbertoglio4414 2 жыл бұрын

Love your bow top! So cute!

@elizabethrowe7262 2 жыл бұрын

Good info there for sewing knits! I have been getting back into sewing with knits as they are quick to make and you can be so creative also. I first learnt how to make t'shirts etc back in the 1980's era when my two boys were toddlers and I was always at the sewing machine making lots of track pants and sweater tops for them. I also made some for me and other friends too and really enjoyed making different colours and styles also. Now am slowly getting back into collecting my fabric as I have lots to make. Watching how to get that neckline just right is one of my issues but now realize it has to be a narrow hem. My husband bought a few good t'shirts some months ago and must admit when I have ironed them have studied how those necklines are put together to get it looking so professional. Thank you so much showing how its done and when I am about to start my projects, shall be referring back to all your videos covering these stages. Do love the long sleeve knit shirt you made, just my style and the twist top too.

@fayfayb06 2 жыл бұрын

Super helpful tips as always! Could you do a video on serger tips, please?

@Thelaststitch 2 жыл бұрын

That's something I could do for sure!

@kathywalcott290 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the great tips.

@Thelaststitch 2 жыл бұрын

Happy to share, I can talk about this stuff for hours 😊

@heideray7343 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, thank you! I need the rubber mallet

@pennysews009 2 жыл бұрын

You have motivated me to improve my skills. Thankyou

@SusanSmith-hl3iv 2 жыл бұрын

You have amazing skills which you graciously share. I’m new to knits, so I’m not quite ready for a knit top. I followed your guide on hemming knits which went well. I look forward to trying my hand at a top. You’re videos are so well done. Someone does a marvelous job of editing. Thank you for sharing! 🥰

@RondaKay 2 жыл бұрын

From near Dallas Texas 🤗 Thank you for all these tips

@Allycat3270 2 жыл бұрын

I am in the process of making t-shirts as summer is on its way (fingers crossed) here in Australia and my old ready to wear t-shirts are nearly thread bare I have worn them so much. I love the Burda Style shirt you made so much so that I ended up buying the pattern. The fabric that you made it from is gorgeous too, and the pussy-bow shirt is gorgeous, you should really consider selling the pattern as it would make it a nice "in between seasons" top. One t-shirt pattern that you would like is the 'Galaxy' top by 'Paper, Scissors, Cloth' it is a free pattern too and has lovely gathered sleeves. Happy sewing

@margueriteatwell1298 2 жыл бұрын

WOULD LIKE TO BUY BOTH PATTERNS. Also love the fabric as well.

@Go4thIn2023 2 жыл бұрын

This video is great. I have yet to learn to sew with knits... that's next on my sewing to do list. The twist front top is my personal favorite. Thanks for this overview and tips.!

@Thelaststitch 2 жыл бұрын

Happy to hear you are venturing into knits, it's so fun but also a different, so good to do some research first!

@liza_lou 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the helpful tips, I will use your blog posts as a reference. Thank you!

@gangoffour1 2 жыл бұрын

You are just adorable. Thank you for so many good tips.

@moniquedawn5252 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Immensely helpful video as I am exclusively working on batch of knit fabrics (tops and dresses) :)

@published1789 2 жыл бұрын

I can already tell this is filled with really good tips -- thank you!

@Thelaststitch 2 жыл бұрын

Happy to share! I did pack a tonne of info in this video, I even ended up cutting out a few tips because the video was so long already 😊

@published1789 2 жыл бұрын

@@Thelaststitch It really is full of good stuff. And quite encouraging. Thank you! I've kind of lost my sewing "mojo" this year, but am working my way back to it and will start again with knits. Love sewing with knits (mostly easy patterns so far).

@Bean_Box_Knitting 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this! Recently started making knit tops - must try the clear elastic idea! 😍

@Thelaststitch 2 жыл бұрын

The clear elastic is a game changer in my humble opinion 😊

@sharoncrawford6450 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this video. I was having trouble with my lower scoop necks on my knit dresses. I should have used clear elastic. Thanks for the tips! 👗🧵🪡🥰

@mayzienicholson9059 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this presentation. I have had a Quik sew twist top pattern for over ten years now and I have inspired me to drag it out and give it another go. :)

@Thelaststitch 2 жыл бұрын

Yay, you can do it, such a nice style to both sew and wear!

@cc83jc85 2 жыл бұрын

I'd love to see you sew this- as I saw the pattern and loved it.. Have you made a video? thank you so much!

@hildesmith114 2 жыл бұрын

Such great tops you sewed! I need to try to sew some knit tops. I love the bow blouse - where does one get the pattern for that? I went to your website but couldn't find it there. Beautiful job!

@rebekkawacherhausenwichman236 2 жыл бұрын

A way to reduce bulk in a stretch neckband is to join it on the bias, then the seam allowance don’t sit on top of each other after the band is folded. Hope you can visualise what I mean? I bought that burda twist dress/top in a pdf sale. I’m definitely gonna make it as a top! 👋👍

@Thelaststitch 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tip, that is not something i'd heard of before, but it makes sense fore sure!

@ctaylorluce 2 жыл бұрын

When I'm binding a neckline with bias binding, I always join on the bias. I hadn't thought of doing that with a knit though. Great tip.

@jojosewist8921 2 жыл бұрын

@@Thelaststitch I wish I understood what you guys mean "joining on the bias".

@nancypollard4531 2 жыл бұрын

Every year I set a new sewing goal for myself. One year it was jeans last year it was coats this year it is knits. I have had many knit failures especially with the neckline. I really appreciate this video. The dress you made is beautiful. I love those kind of details. Kind of understated but pretty spectacular.

@Thelaststitch 2 жыл бұрын

Yes the neckline is probably the single most tricky thing when it comes to sewing knit tops, we have all struggled with that, which is why I'm so keen to share how to really make it look professional. So happy to hear you found my tips useful!

@jeannepedalino3525 2 жыл бұрын

I love the knit top you are wearing, the navy with circles, Is it your pattern? I also love your fabric prints. Can you direct me to that pattern? I love to sew knits & I have just discovered your site 😉.

@nicc8230 25 күн бұрын

Can you suggest how to add stabilizer to thiner knits with a knot in front. I purchased a shirt and the knot tightens up with wear and you can't see the detail. The knot tightening does not affect wear...it would just look better with more volume in the knot around bellybutton/waist. I have no extra fabric to make a facing. Thanks

@l.a.w.79 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve experienced major neck band nightmares 😩

@marcypaul5000 2 жыл бұрын

How do I get the pattern for the blue t-shirt?

@margueriteatwell1298 2 жыл бұрын

what is the name of the pattern company for the blouses?

@OPORTO1968 2 жыл бұрын

I'm looking for someone to make a copy of my jeans, is it possible?

@lynnew5619 2 жыл бұрын

I like the twist top very much. And just for info ‘pussy’ is pronounced as ‘poosy’ not pus-ey. The latter is the nasty stuff you get in wounds. I’d like to see how to sew the twist top.

@Thelaststitch 2 жыл бұрын

Ah, thank you! I had no idea, always good to learn how to pronounce more English words 😊

@tonyray91 2 жыл бұрын

Or listen to the song Pussycat by Tom Jones. Also winded is not pronounced wiineded but win-did . But I must like many Scandinavians your English is excellent overall.