Taking notes: Avoid bulk 4-way stretch material No seam allowances needed Abutted seams using flatlock, zigzag (3 or 3.5), flat butted stitch Practice on scraps to figure out proper tension, hers is set on 8 Size 100 needle, denim or leather needle, polyester thread, walking foot won't stretch fabric Seams can be secured using tape, glue, clips instead of pins Sew slowly without using back stitches. Tie knots by hand. Zippers can be sewn directly where you want them. No edge finishing needed Hems not needed, just cut edges very neatly No interfacing or lining needed Low iron, heat will melt fabric
if your machine refuses to sew it. try putting your needle all the way to the left. that small change in machine timing makes all the difference with thicker neoprene. however that means you have to sew a normal seam which isn't bad, just top stitch the seam allowance down close to the seam and cut away the excess.
If you feel you need something to actually carry the load across the edge-to-edge joint, consider using binding tape as reinforcement, not around the edge as usual, but flat behind the seam on the blind side, much as you might place a braid on the face. Use neoprene glue to secure the butt-edges, then use fabric glue to place the tape, and once all's dry, sew up to finally secure the lot.
I'm gonna do it. I'm gonna make a wetsuit that looks like a party dress. It's going to be white, maybe with a fancy asymmetrical seam up the front, and it's going to be super classy. I'll bet a neoprene skirt wouldn't even cling to me when I get out of the water!
Another point on long-term care is that rubbers can react badly to two things, oils and copper/brass, often found in findings/fittings, doing weird things like going crystalline.
You should probably check out the how it's made video first you start with wetsuit glue and you glue it then you sew it. And if it's for water use you have to have a needle that does a double blind stitch and doesn't penetrate the other side of the fabric. All I was trying to find was how to do a seam. looks like nobody shows that. Because I am going to have the sleeves cut off on my brand new wetsuit
One essential element in cutting material this thick you're going to butt-join is to be very certain you cut absolutely vertically. Therefore, cut slowly, and be attentive to not allowing the fabric to drag or stretch. This rather argues against using scissors, therefore, but in any case a roller cutter and mat aren't expensive and repay the investment very quickly.
or possibly use an X-acto knife with a new blade, but that takes some practice as well. The blade must be held perfectly vertical to the slice while cutting, but also the blade should be angled backward so that the knife slices smoothly.
Hello Rahere, since your comment to Professor Pincushion is 4 years old, are you still working with this type of material (Neoprene) and do you possibly know where I may purchase some? It is not sold anywhere in the Garment District of Los Angeles.
I’m sewing a neoprene mermaid tail, fit to my legs and just sews straight down in the back, it had to be good side to good side not this way of just lining them up, I have a walking foot and a heavy duty needle yet my machine is refusing to pull the thread through right and just makes all sorts of random tight and loose stitches
I actually want to make a super suit out of neoprene for Cosplay. About how thick of a neoprene fabric are you using? And do you think it would mold to the shape of a built in bra and stay that way?
Neoprene's actually an aerated rubber, and is breathable, just not quite as much so as fabric. It absorbs water, for example, and has to be dried out slowly after use in water, in scuba suits: the reason it's worn is because it doesn't release quickly, so body warmth heats the water in the suit. Experiment with thinner grades of neoprene, 1.5mm or 2mm, and consider adding ventilation holes as part of the design features?
@@JelMain Hello Rahere, I'm hoping you might have an answer to my query. Do you know where I can purchase neoprene, in a variety of color but especially in white??
If a dart is needed should the fabric be slit then stitched?? I imagine that such tailoring techniques (darts, pricess seams) would be best avoided when sewing with neoprene though. I also wonder how sleeves would be dealt with. Thanks ^__^
+songbyrd0001 if I were to do a dart, then, yes, I would basically cut the folded part of the dart off and then just sew the raw edges together. For a sleeve, I would sew the bodice together and sew the sleeve underarm seam. (again, no seam allowances on anything. While everything is right side out, fit the sleeve on the armcycle. In this instance, definitely use some kind of glue to hold it together. (I would think the sleeve is going to be really tricky to sew so you pretty much want it attached before attempting it.)
+Professor Pincushion Thank you for your reply. Neoprene is such a new type of fabric to sew for me. I like the simple skirt you featured in the video! Thanks again ^_^
@@ProfessorPincushion The saving grace is that the fabric's essentially a stretch one, so with the kind of treatment I mentioned at the top, the shorter will extend to match the longer, unlike in fabric sewing where you gently gather the longer to meet the shorter. As you say in the sleeve insertion tutorial, the sleeves are one of the points where unusual loads are carried, and to some extent that technique fixes the rigid tapes to the rubber (ie elastic) fabric, so the answer here must be to match the lengths BEFORE fixing everything in place with reinforcement. Instead of basting to tighten, you'll use the tape to define, while you glue and make up as described.
Hi, is there any effective way to remove creases out of scuba fabrics? especially fabrics made of elastane? Normal ironing seems not working well… thx!
good day Do you guys offer custom made shapewear I'm a plus plus size lady and I need some shapewears to start my workout journey but I cannot seem to find one that fits I believe I need them made specifically to my body type can you do this for me please and how much Measurements Waist 60" Tummy area 65" Top bust 60" Below bust 57" Leg circumference 36" Weight 350 Height 5'6
Honestly, I'd just treat it like any other type of fabric. The only issue I can see is if your sewing machine can handle the thickness and if the neoprene is going to stretch enough for your project. Obviously, ribbed knit is a much stretchier fabric so you might want to make a sample sleeve with the cuff to make sure they'll work together. I also wouldn't use any lining with neoprene as it doesn't breath well ad will probably make the garment too warm.
@@ProfessorPincushion have any of your project involved wear and tear on the thread from actually stretching the neoprene out during their intended use? any issues with the thread with that or is the neoprene itself stretchy enough that the thread doesnt need to be? thank you for all this solid info!
hmmm....I haven't tried this before so I'm unsure. You might just be able to fold it how you want and hand sew it into place. This type of neoprene holds its shape pretty well as long as there's nothing to weigh it down.
while the tutorial is informative and well-produced, and the comments are interesting, i am always left with this question regarding neoprene: why would anyone want to wear a fabric that does not breathe and does not drape? in other words, rubber?
+S Mcclain considering the price of foam neoprene, as shown, it better be a costume you intend to wear forever. and not under hot lights or you'll slide right out of it from sweat. in any event, i'm seeing people actually making clothes from it and i have to say i'm scratching my head over this one. speaking of fabric that does not breathe and makes you sweat, has anyone ever smelled neoprene clothing in the more private places after it's been worn a few times? i didn't think so. i haven't either and i don't want to spend a lot of time and money to test the theory. the fabric on both sides of the rubber holds odors and neoprene garments are not easy to wash. if someone here has made fitted clothes with neoprene (NOT SCUBA) and can let us know how it feels (hot, cold, sweaty. etc.) and how it smells in the lady places, and how it washes, i would love to know. i will accept defeat! :) in the meantime, i think this is just one more trend that has no useful purpose.
+faultroy but not a shirt? sealskin drapes, darts and follows the contours of the body. i just don't see neoprene as a fashion fabric. shoes and covers? great! tote bags and such? wonderful! body clothing? not so much unless you like to swim inside your garments and move like the tin man. girdle-like pencil skirts maybe, but this is a trend that's been around for a while now and how many have you seen on the streets?
Some of us can be occasional slaves to fashion. It can look really sexy and has a slight fetish element to it. I've seen very cute bathing suits made from neoprene as well.
Hmmm....I've actually never tried to repair neoprene fabric before. You might want to call some local dry cleaning places and see if they also offer repairs. They might have a better idea but it's such a specialized fabric they might not have ever tried it either. Sorry I can't be more helpful.
That depends. The stitching can be re sewed with blind stitch if the neoprene is torn then the neoprene itself cannot be repaired. If the wet suit has separate patches i believe that section can be removed and replaced. My supervisor does wet suit repairs through our company. I dont know the specifics or cost though.
mary bergen I have lymphedema in my legs and feet I can. Not wear normal shoes because the way they swell so I would like to make me shoes but I don’t know the best neoprene to use to make them
@@yukineoprenefabricmanufact2459 Hello Yuki Chen, I was wondering if the company is still open for business?? I would like to purchase neoprene material, mainly in white; but I just can found a store in Los Angeles that sells it. They sell scuba knit but not great for a wet suit.
I'd appreciate if anyone has any info. I am looking to make a mermaid tail that I'll use in the water. I found a fabric by Yaya Han that is called ultraprene. It has the rubbery feeling, but I was wondering if anyone knows if it will survive in water.
Hello Jessica, I was wondering if you actually made the mermaid tail with Ultraprene by Yaha Han Fabrics?? How did it work out? I hope you will tell me where did you purchase it from?
And what about an one piece swimsuit ? I would like to replicate in neoprene an old swimsuit (Arena brand, poly/spandex fabric) , that has a simple top pattern without too many pieces
