Sewing Sweater Knits on a Serger

Sewing Sweater Knits on a Serger | For Beginners

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Learn 3 great tips for sewing sweater knit on a serger. If you follow the tips, you should be able to sew a sweater that you can wear for a long time. I made a cute sweater duster using my Baby Lock Vibrant Serger. Because all the stitches are secure and seam allowances are completely enclosed, I'll be wearing this sweater for a long time.
Grab these tips, thread your serger, and create some magic. If you don't have a serger, Baby Lock has a line of machines from their Genuine Collection--all for beginners. The Vibrant Serger is a beginner machine.
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Intro: 00:00
Pattern Info: 00:33
Fabric Suggestions: 00:57
Cut 1" Seam Allowance: 02:06
Demonstration Cutting Fabric: 02:52
My Sweater Fabric Stretch: 03:11
Use 4/5 Thread Overlock Stitch: 03:52
Test Stitch Fabric: 04:37
Vibrant Serger Seam Guide: 05:04
Easing Fabric: 06:41
Modeling Duster: 08:35
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Пікірлер: 116

@lindanorris7240 2 жыл бұрын

Although I am not a beginner, I learn from your channel . You are a great teacher Anita, God bless you richly.

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! God bless you too!

@jessieleclair650 2 жыл бұрын

You're great teacher with a wonderful personality and smile!🌹

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😃

@betsymach2435 2 жыл бұрын

Great tips for sweater knit sewing with serger. And, by the way, my sister bought a Vibrant serger a year or so ago and she really likes it. I'm sure the winner of this one will as well. Congratulations.

@lynetterene 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations Miss Liz 👏🏽

@tracyreaves8084 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations Liz 🍾🎉🎊🎈

@Creeashuns Ай бұрын

This video was right on time Anita.. I will add these 3 tips and go back and watch the other 4 tips for sweater knits... Thank you for all you do!!!💕-Cree

@AnitabyDesign Ай бұрын

Heeeey Cree! I'm so glad you enjoyed the video. 💕

@daraharper2003 2 жыл бұрын

CONGRATULATIONS Liz! "SEW HAPPY" for you!!😀😀😀

@nancybenson1951 2 жыл бұрын

I am so happy you are doing this. You are the best teacher! Thank you for your hard work.

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@josiescaltrito7097 Жыл бұрын

Hi Anita, I love your video tutorials. They are very clear and easy to understand. Thank you

@AnitabyDesign Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! I'm really glad to hear that you enjoy the videos.

@VanessaHape 2 жыл бұрын

A pleasure to watch your video. You speak very clearly and your examples are shown in close up. No awful music drowning out your voice. And very useful tips! Very professional, thanks

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@rsbyrd929929 2 жыл бұрын

I love the duster. I have to make this

@nuenue83 2 жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas and congratulations Liz 🙂

@debtaylor5156 2 жыл бұрын

Happy Holidays!!!!!!!!!!

@peachycheeks4394 2 жыл бұрын

Great tips. Thank you! Congratulations Liz!!!

@bdee3207 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations Liz 👏👏👏👏

@budoneof15 2 жыл бұрын

I like this pattern. I’ve taken a NoFear Serger class. I want to try this pattern. Thanks

@Southlagal26 2 жыл бұрын

The duster is beautiful, and thanks for the great tips!

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Mary!

@sherlenemasih8986 2 жыл бұрын

Your instructions are always explained so well.I will be so happy when you have open space for your sewing classes.Also the duster is beautiful.

@troyjennenegibby9682 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations Liz

@brittanylonghurst7755 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats Liz! 🤗💃🏼

@judy6348 2 жыл бұрын

Love your tips. Thank you.💗💕

@guylainelaflamme1500 2 жыл бұрын

Very beautiful garment, by watching your two videos I noticed a few little mistakes I made on my daughter dress that I will correct on the next one. You are an inspiration!

@m9lives 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats Liz!!!

@pj4503 2 жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas! Thank you for the tips. The more you show the duster the more I love it. Congratulations Liz.

@tamarakarlin2758 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful duster & excellent sewing tips, thank you! Congrats to the winner of the Vibrant, hope they love it. Have a blessed holiday Anita!

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! You have a blessed holiday too.

@brooke_reiverrose2949 Жыл бұрын

Such good info, thank you!

@robine6337 Жыл бұрын

I am cutting a light soft muted sand camo knit tomorrow! This is so helpful. Thank you.

@joannecava2418 2 жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas to you! And thank you for all your sewing advice!

@dorismays2448 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations Liz🎉 Happy Holidays

@FawnhillFarmhouse 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Anita!!! Great tips! Wishing you a blessed Christmas! A Saviour was born!

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas, Barbara! Yes, Christ is born!

@tonyamurdock6810 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations Liz! What a wonder surprise Christmas present 🎄☃️🎁

@rollnwitbj7563 2 жыл бұрын

Your wardrobe is great

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much

@carolclaibornemumey8919 2 жыл бұрын

Great help here! Thanks so much. Happy New Year Anita!

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! You're very welcome.

@daleodberg6714 2 жыл бұрын

Your duster is gorgeous, you are definitely a master sewist

@dorismays2448 2 жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas Anita. The duster is so cute. The fit was perfect. Beautiful color!🎁🎄

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Doris! Merry Christmas!

@julianachandler2975 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful duster.

@verabenjamin9475 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations Liz!

@theresasmith1000 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks again for another very useful video on tips to sew w sweater knits! I had no idea I could use clear elastic to stabilize with a serger! I can't wait to try out these tips!

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Yes, it works very well.

@e.p.1477 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations dear Liz, and merry Christmas to everyone here! Anita, thank you for these valuable tips. Greetings from Berlin/ Germany 🎄🎅🥂

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Merry Christmas!

@joycevanduyne4750 2 жыл бұрын

Happy Holidays!

@gloriavillarreal206 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful and Great job!

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@DeCampbell 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful look, Anita. Congratulations, Liz. Merry Christmas to all!!!

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas

@jolandallatore5245 2 жыл бұрын

Great job on that duster. I liked the tip on the puddling bit! Makes perfect sense to my old brain:) Thank you!

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome

@ritaadler-everett5392 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all your wonderful tips. Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good sew! 🪡🎄

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Merry Christmas!

@Nonna_Tina 2 жыл бұрын

That duster looks fabulous on you. Your videos are so easy to understand- thank you and Happy New Year

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome, Tina

@jdcogar180 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats to Liz and thanks to Baby Lock and especially to you Anita.

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Oh, thank you so much, JD! I really appreciate your comment.

@jinnyh Жыл бұрын

I enjoy all of your videos. You speak so clearly, and show everything so it is easily understood

@AnitabyDesign Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much.

@daleodberg6714 2 жыл бұрын

Very interesting, thank you.

@brendaweaver251 Жыл бұрын

Great fit and style

@AnitabyDesign Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@suemcevoy5510 2 жыл бұрын

You look beautiful in the duster....so cute! and, I think I have that pattern! Happy holidays and Happy 2022!

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@marilynk7491 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful tips on sewing knits. Thank you. I have just recently started using a serger, so these tips are very timely. Your duster turned out beautifully!

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much

@claudinelawson2448 8 ай бұрын

Okay Ms. Anita ❤

@kthybrown007 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for another clear, concise and enjoyable video! It is inspiring. I would be tempted by the Vibrant, but I have two old (like 80's) Babylock sergers than run beautifully.

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Yes, the Baby Locks are good, quality machines.

@jesshothersall 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all your tips, I really liked the reminder that you can swap a knit for a woven, but not the other way round, obvious once you think about it, but always good to be reminded! The Duster looks fantastic too :)

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Jessica! Yes, it's a good reminder.

@lindafudge57 2 жыл бұрын

Hi I really like your videos. I'm new to sewing and determined to learn.

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so happy to hear that you like my videos, and I'm happy to have you here.

@annstaples100 2 жыл бұрын

Hello 👋🏾 merry Christmas 🎁🎄

@JosieStev 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful

@daleodberg6714 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome 🌸

@hewmor 2 жыл бұрын

Miss Anita thank you. Maybe a sew-a-long in the future for this pattern will be coming!!!

@dianahulstedt4343 2 жыл бұрын

Inspiring!

@texasproud8822 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@arlenemurphy804 2 жыл бұрын

Anita. Thank you so much..you look lovely. You are such a beautiful and classy lady..

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much.

@sbaumgartner9848 2 жыл бұрын

You're a natural teacher. You're very thorough in your explanations and tips. Thank you. I'm pretty good at imagining how a pattern will work when finished. But in your example I would never have believed this unappealing pattern (IMO) would look so polished and classic looking. You choose an excellent colour and fabric weight/texture. And of course you're a very careful sewist.

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@nildavalencia5524 2 жыл бұрын

I have a new vibrant and purchased all the feet. I would like to serge with you. Thank you Anita and have a joyful and peaceful Christmas 🎄

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Yaaayyy! Here's to a surging good time. Merry Christmas!

@taselarose1922 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful well down what the Clair tape.

@lynnleipold2617 2 жыл бұрын

I have a red sweater knit that I have been itching to sew into something. Your videos are giving me the confidence to do it. Thank you so much for making these videos. How do you hem sweater knits?

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Lynn. The best method for hemming knits (in my opinion) is by coverstitch machine. The next best option is by twin needle. But make sure you stabilize your hem before sewing. That helps to prevent stretching.

@lynnleipold2617 2 жыл бұрын

@@AnitabyDesign Thanks again. Would you hem a sweater with a coverstitch?. I also knit, but when I knit a sweater, I either begin it with ribbing or I bind it off in knitting, I don’t hem it. I certainly would coverstitch a t shirt or a dress made with a flatter knit.

@noninoni3765 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Anita! I love, love, love, your videos. I have the Babylock Vibrant too! I wonder if you would mind sharing your serger settings for thick fabric? TIA 🙏🙏

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Noni! I'm so glad to hear that you like my videos. The settings will be different for fabrics based on the particular fabric. Like I mentioned in the video, I'm able to sew a lot of fabrics using the same setting on my Vibrant serger. The best thing to do is test the fabric that you plan to use to get the proper settings.I hope that helps.

@KateShaw2 3 ай бұрын

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@tonyamurdock6810 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Anita, I love your darling duster.. Just wondering if you had to size down considering the conversion from woven to knit fabric? I recently made a dress from a pattern design for woven fabric( Simplicity 2917) using very stretchy fabric. I sized down 2 sizes and eliminated the back zipper.. I also added a lining using very light weight rayon Jersey. I sewed 99% of the dress including the lining on my Babylock Evolution serger. I absolutely love my Evolution except for one thing. The Evolution doesn't have a seam guide for overlock serging . The seam guide for the Evolution only attaches when the table is attached and the upper looper is in the down position used for chain/cover stitch only. As much as I sew, it sure would be nice to have an adjustable seam guide for overlock serging. Makes me want to run right out and purchase the Babylock Vibrant! Lol! Blessings and Merry Christmas 🎄☃️

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Tonya! I chose the size by the finished pattern measurements and the fit I desired. I use this for all patterns I sew, whether I'm substituting fabric types or not. I love my Evolution too. Yes, that seam guide is a winner. Merry Christmas!

@tonyamurdock6810 2 жыл бұрын

@@AnitabyDesign Thanks so much. ❤

@miaensuacre 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Anita, GOD bless you and Merry Christmas. Great tips.... can you give me some suggestions on where to buy fabric online. The fabric stores close to me (Michael's, Hobby Lobby and some others) normally carry quilting fabric not for garments. It is so hard to find fabric. Thank you!!

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Mia! Some great options are Fabric.com, Mood Fabrics, Melanated Fabrics. There are so many. Just Google online fabric stores.

@iluv2sew278 2 жыл бұрын

Your duster turned out so beautiful! Where do you purchase the clear elastic that you use as a stabilizer? Also...do you ever use a stretch thread when you sew knits? I’m having a hard time getting my serger adjusted for knits. It’s like the thread does not have any give to it. Thanks

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Hi there. I purchase the clear elastic at my local JoAnn's Fabric store, but you can also find it on Amazon. Take a look at your sewing machine manual to see if you can find the issue in the troubleshooting area. If not, consider taking it to a repair shop to see if they know what that's happening.

@ccrvip Жыл бұрын

I would like to know what you used for the stabilizing tape that stretches. Is it permanent or wash away? Is it elastic and the one you used slides under the foot easily. Most elastics appear to have a rubbery etc. and sticks under the foot or is thick.. Like your serging tip..

@AnitabyDesign Жыл бұрын

I used clear elastic to stabilize the fabric. It's permanent and slides under my presser foot easily.

@lindakazsals8858 2 жыл бұрын

For years, I have been looking to buy sweater knit fabric and unable to find it in any place. Welcome any sugestiones. Thank you.

@AnitabyDesign 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Linda! I included a link to fabric.com. There are also other online fabric store that carry sweater knit. If you type "Sweater Knit Fabric" in the Google search bar, you'll get lots of results.