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I cannot keep up with all the reading she is doing. The threading area was too dark I could not see where she was feeding the thread! Need more lighting. Not for beginners and to fast. I won't recommend it.
The threading section was intended to be a very quick overview as every machine will be different in the specifics. I highly recommend searching for a threading video for your specific model of serger.
Have been looking to get a Serger, but wanted to know the basics first. You did a wonerful job of covering it. Thank you for taking the time to do this. Short, sweet and to the point. My kind of teaching. Will be looking at your other videos afte this.
I bought the cover stitch machine you have, or at least that you had when you made this video. It's a terrible machine. I replaced it with a Babylock that never skips stitches. I would guess there are other CS machines that work well also. But the one you have is a hopeless dog that does indeed skip stitches All. The. Time.. I hated it so much I named it Mephisto.
LOL good to know I'm not the only one. I have heard that from many people too that it skips stitches no matter what they do, but one of my closest friends has one that works just fine, I don't know what magic settings she uses haha. I tried all the tips I could find online, it did improve but never fully stopped skipping. I got rid of it, if I ever get one again, it will be a Babylock.
I was very interested in your video but was surprised that you didn’t bring your samples toward the camera so that we could see the results. It would have made a tremendous difference. I’m in the middle stages of cataracts and struggle to see anything that isn’t close with plenty of light.
Hey, sorry for the delay, your comment got quarantined for some reason! You can find the adult pattern here: sewpdf.com/product/jammin-joggers-adult-rockerbyedestash-patterns/ Or the kids pattern here: sewpdf.com/product/jammin-joggers-kids-rockerbyedestash-patterns/
I use maxilock stretch thread in my bobbin when I want the hem stitches to be extra stretchy and strong. I use regular thread in the top thread. For seams I use regular maxilock in my serger.
I’m still confused about when I use the ball point/jersey vs stretch needle for knits and stretch and interlock . Is stretch needle for when the fabric contains Lycra/spandex?
This is a great video! I've really learned a lot from you. I do have a question about double needle threading -- how do you keep it from tangling? Mine gets terribly tangled between the thread guides and the needles. Thank you!
Helo. I have a new serger Janome 930DX. Do I have to use specific serger thread on the big reels or is it possible for me to use regular sewing machine thread? Thank you❤️
Hi, it's best to use the thread cones on a serger to ensure they unspool correctly. I have successfully used regular thread in a pinch, but it gets expensive doing it that way - cones are cheaper
This was AWESOME!!! You are the first person I have been able to easily follow along to. Thank you so much and please make more videos. You’re explaining and your visuals are so good. For someone like me who has dyslexia . I also like that she didn’t go too fast
Thank you, so glad you liked it! I will definitely be making more, just need to finish up a big project at work first. I am itching to sew, it's been too long!
Your tutorial videos for knits have been so helpful! I now am going to stop arguing with the twin needle it's not worth it. Thank you so much for your helpful videos! I've watched a few from different people but yours have been the best. <3
@@SewPDF ordered mine after watching this! Some people suggested changing needle- I don’t recall you mentioning this? Im working with “ crepé “ fabric… stretchy, wrinkly look, waive and soft ( in my country we called it that)
@@nataliastoev3784 I talk about needles in this video about supplies for working with knit fabrics: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-9YtrHG9mRHs.htmlsi=s_JT7uw4Ikl0Ihec
Yes, my surgery did really intimidate me when I first started using it. However, I learned to just jump in and start using it now I am so proficient with it then I have to keep telling myself to be very careful how close I get to the needles and blades. Lol.
I enjoyed this video. I have some red bamboo spandex that I'm looking for a top or dress. I also would like to know the difference between Double Gauze and Bubble Gauze and advice sewing Bubble gauze which is what I have. I see a lot info on Double Gauze, but nothing on Bubble Gauze.
This was so helpful! I've wanted one for years but was afraid of buying one. I happened to mention this to my MIL, and she gave me the one she bought -- a Singer -- that she never used! Thanks for the great tutorial!
I am so thrilled I ran into your vlog!!! I'd love to see a video on a self stretchy waistband on for leggings. I hold my breath every time and I've ruined lots of pants
A self stretchy waistband is sewn the same way as other types of bands and cuffs, this video should help with that: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE--Q27zanzGgs.htmlsi=Uz1tMXGRTSG81a0s Also make sure your settings and stitches are right for sewing with stretch fabrics, here are a couple more videos about that: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-_ea7gT90r7w.htmlsi=bpKCygortU1Vj6r2 ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Fk604ObY7Xs.htmlsi=hPuTLBpkTKCFuu5U
Sorry I have never sewn a blanket stitch on a serger. Try searching for that specifically (blanket stitch on brother 1034d serger) and hopefully there will be something to help you
Hi Adrienne, I am so thrilled I came across this video, thank you for helping ease my stress when considering sewing with thin knits. @1:07 - I don't think I have a way to loosen the presser foot pressure on my Pfaff Creative Vision. It does have the awesome IDT system, or built-in walking foot, so I think that will do the trick. :)
It would only work if you fused the stretchy fabric to the non stretch fabric, and if you are fusing anyways then you could just fuse the hem up and skip the fabric insert. This would also stabilize it as fusible webbing is generally not stretchy.
