I'm making the Roscoe right now and plan on making the WBM half-zip sweater next. I love French Navy patterns but I didn't love the collar construction unfortunately...😢 I'm curious to see how WBM does theirs. I'm wondering if the Roscoe collar could be sewn in reverse order, sewing the wrong side first and then the right side, in order to avoid stitching in the ditch and hoping you catch everything on the inside? I hope I'm explaining myself... I'm not experienced enough to wrap my head around if that's possible...🤔
I just had a look to remind myself 😂 I think both have you attach the collar on the right side so you have to stitch in the ditch. I’m sure you could do it the other way around. I was lucky because I made both mine in very forgiving fabric so you can’t see where I missed and where I caught the fabric! Fleece is great at hiding mistakes 😂😂 Wishing you happy sewing and successful collars! Thanks for watching!
@@TheFrenchSeams_vlog thanks for checking! I guess I'll just have to keep practicing 🤩 I'm looking forward to them and I'll probably add the pogonip to the list! 😎
Great tutorial ❤ thank you. I have the same question as Sheila....do you use a straight stitch or zig zag to stitch down the front seam allowance? And does it need to be maraflex or will regular thread be ok? Thanks 😊
Hi there! For the front I use a straight stitch but slightly lengthened, so say about 3 or 3.2 length. I don’t use maraflex. Just regular thread. For the back it’s just regular thread too. No need for it to stretch. Hope that makes sense! Thanks for watching
Great vlog as always Rachael, I loved all your makes and can’t wait to watch your binding vlog. I’m trying to catch up with all my favourite bloggers as I’ve been on holiday. Enjoy your holiday. ❤❤
Hi Sheila! It’s just a straight stitch, maybe about 3.2 length, just with regular thread to catch the seam allowance. You could use maraflex but I tend to just use regular thread!
Hi Rachel.. Can one use this technique all the way round the inside of the collar of a garment? I'm surprised it was only used to neaten the rear of a garment... 😊
Hi Jackie! The neckline still needs to stretch over your head so that why the binding is only on the back edge. If you are binding the neckline of a very wide neck garment you could bind the whole thing. But you’d have to make sure it fits over your head as there would be little to no stretch. Thanks for watching
Hi there! Glad you find it useful. Good question, no it’s not on the bias. It’s on the straight grain, it doesnt really have to stretch that much so it’s not needed. You can of course if you like but I don’t find it necessary
Super helpful Rachael, gives a really lovely finish. Just a tip - I always offset the joining seam in the neck band to one side, near to the shoulder seam, it is much less noticeable then - if that is something that bothers anyone but me! 🤣 xxx
Yes that totally bothers me too. That weird bump it makes. The beauty of this finish is that it hides that too so I usually put it at the back! Glad that bugs you too 😉 thanks so much for watching
That was a great tutorial Rachael. Thank you I will def be doing that on my winter sweater makes. I really look forward to your vlogs and seeing what you have been making. I’m going to have my first go at quilting. I’ve bought a panel and some material for the boarders on a baby quilt for my new granddaughter Ania. Wish me luck ❤
Hi Susan! Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed it ! Really hope you get on well with quilting’ That would be such a beautiful gift for your granddaughter! Congratulations!! And good luck
Brilliant tutorial Rachael, will give it a go. Also, thank you for the 20% off Rainbow fabrics - I purchased the pretty pink jersey modal and some pink and green cotton, so thank you .
Hi Alexis! Hope you get on well and delighted you were able to get those fabrics!!! Pink and green is an epic combination! Excellent taste 😉 Happy Sewing
Sorry to hear the French Seams family has been poorly. I’m glad you’re feeling better. Your Serene jumpsuit it epic, mind blown, I need one in my life 😂 Have a lovely holiday and have fun with your hexies and that adorable scissors pouch ❤
Getting to see it done was SUPER helpful!! Thank you! And your explanation as you went was so well done. Thank you for answering and possible questions!
I think this is one of those techniques that is so easy (once you’ve seen it), that it often goes without mentioning how to do it. I’ve wondered how you’ve gotten such a nice finish. Thank you so much for sharing! Now I can do it!
Thank you for sharing this tutorial. I copied my ready to wear vest (waist coat) last winter and tried to finish off the neck as they did. I liked how nicely it turned out. I think I sewed it pretty much the way you did. I love how nicely your garments are finished. So, my kids returned last night from their trip to Europe. They visited family in Northern Ireland while they were there. They said the charity shops and vintage shops are awesome, much better than the ones here and came home with tons of clothes. At least the girls did, my son's suitcase seemed to be full of food. Chocolate from Switzerland and snacks from Ireland. Too funny. Unfortunately they did not visit any fabric stores. I may have to save up and visit them myself. Have a great week and thanks for sharing.
Hi carol! Very glad you liked it and that it’s inline with what you had done previously. I’d be happy with a suitcase full of chocolate and snacks 😉 I’m very glad they had a good time! Hopefully you’ll get to visit sometime soon. Thanks again.
Thank you so much for this Rachael and oh my word, I was doing it right 👏🏼. Thanks so much for this tutorial and putting my mind at ease. From now on please nag me if you see a T shirt I haven't bothered to finish it like you do 😂. ❤ x
Hi Carole! Woohoo! I had no doubt you were doing to correctly… well the way I do it, I’m not saying that’s the utterly correct way but it gets the job done 😉 I will be sure to remind you 😂😂😂 Thanks as always! Rx
I have two questions. What type of thread are you using and what kind of sewing machine needle for sewing the woven bias binding. Great tutorial, I'm going to try this the next time I'm making a tshirt.
Hi jennett! I’m using just regular gutermann thread, same as I always use, I think I still had my jersey needle in for the woven binding, which worked fine. A universal needle would be good too’ Glad you enjoyed it and hope you have success!
Hi Jane! Thanks for that, I’ve put it in the description. I use regular thread. I don’t use maraflex too often. If you want to use maraflex for the front neckline that would be good, but normal for the binding is fine as it doenst really need to stretch
awesome tutorial, I have been waiting for this and love the idea and finished garment. Gorgeous, thanks for all your vlogs I enjoy them tremendously. Love your energy and enthusiasm. X
I'll be doing that on all my knit neckbands from now on Rachael. I don't have an overlocker so the inside neckband is always raw edges, so this is great. Thanks so much, great idea.
Hi Annette! So glad that you find it useful!!! Just make sure you trim down your seam allowances before attaching the binding and you should be golden!!
Finally, a jumpsuit pattern that will fit into my lifestyle! The snip pouch you made would be great for gifts, wouldn’t it? I can’t wait to try this out. Your quilting is lovely. Izzy has such great instructions! She seems to have the patience of a saint, too. I’m currently working on two different patterns for coin pouches so I can decide which one to use from a special-order fabric for sending some estate silver to my brother. Loved listening to you this morning with my morning coffee, Rachael. 😘
Hi Lynn! Isn’t that jumpsuit just the best!!!!yes the pouch would make a super cute gift Those pouches sound like a gorgeous little project!! Very glad I could keep you company!!
