Life Changing: How to Use a Seam Ripper the RIGHT Way!

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This is a life-changing quilting tip or sewing tip for how to use a seam ripper the RIGHT way (believe me, there is definitely a wrong way!). Quilters and sewists often despise their dates with "Jack" (their seam ripper!), because it's often a little tedious to correct your mistakes. Maybe you sewed the wrong pieces together - and you need to undo it. This method makes it fast and easy - you won't believe it!
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@joyfulandmerryquilting 5 месяцев назад

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@Pippi-Longstocking 10 месяцев назад

I have accidentally cut my fabric using this method. So use it carefully. A sticky lint roller works better in my opinion. It pulls out all the threads and captures them for the trash later.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

I have accidentally cut my fabric picking seams out also. I guess we just need to be careful when we're handling a seam ripper no matter what method we use. I've had really good luck with this method when I stabilize it under my presser foot. Did you try that?

@user-hn4ex4nr1v 10 месяцев назад

Blue paint acts just a sticky lint roller, too. I also use it to tape to the sewing machine's seam allowance lines to mark and extend as a seam allowance guide.

@DiannaAtherton 10 месяцев назад

Couldn't agree more. I'm sticking with what works for me these last 50 years

@reneesfoxynews6652 10 месяцев назад

AGREED

@TisEyerish1 10 месяцев назад

I was just about to suggest the sticky lint roller rather than that little gadget. It's very easy and the chance of damage to the fabric is minimal!

@1smileykat4u 10 месяцев назад

Wow! Never ripped a seam like that before! Thanks for sharing! Tip: For those who don't want to spend extra $$ for a special seam ripper like Mary has, you can use a regular pencil eraser to do the same thing, since it's made out of rubber as well.... just make sure it's clean first. I use the large, rectangular kind... as opposed to the kind on the end of a pencil... lay it on its side and swipe to the side to pull out the thread. It works great and removes 2 inches of the thread at a time.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching!

@justtere 10 месяцев назад

I get a pack of six erasers from a local store that has dollar in it but most stores charge $1.25. Erasers are the BEST for a lot of things. I just use tape as I would if it were a lint roller. I have at least six seam rippers Donʼt need another one!

@shivsnorman 10 месяцев назад

Great tip thank you 😊👍

@ronmatthews1738 10 месяцев назад

I use a rubber thimble. You can get a packet of them for a dollar.

@loublou5886 10 месяцев назад

Haha thanks for this. I was about to ask if a rubber eraser would work just as well 😊

@marleneclausen30 10 месяцев назад

Using the presser foot as a third hand is something I learned (all by myself), when I first started to learn how to sew on a machine when I was 10. One of the best sewing “tricks” ever and useful in so many situations.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing!

@cindycoven1 10 месяцев назад

My seam ripper and I have a close, personal relationship because I use it sooo much! It’s nice to know how to use it properly. Thanks

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're so welcome! I agree...I love my seam ripper! I'm not always excited to have to use it, but when I do - I'm grateful to know what works best. Thanks so much for watching!

@galewhiteman2047 10 месяцев назад

Unbelievable!! Shaking my head on past days of using a seam ripper wrong!! Thank you so much!!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're so welcome! I use it every single time I rip a seam! Thanks for watching!

@pamhopkins9640 10 месяцев назад

I’ve sewn for years and didn’t know that trick with the seam ripper. Thank you for the great tip!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're so welcome Pam! I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

@kathyvangogh4034 10 месяцев назад

Same here!

@katieb1836 10 месяцев назад

If you don't have the fixer top, you could use a clean eraser to grab the thread bits too. I learned several years back about using the ball end inside and felt ao silly for not having known that.😂 It was probably on the package when purchasing, but never read it. And, I don't remember Grandma, Mom, or Home Ec teachers ever teaching that. Thanks for spreading the word!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're so welcome! Thank you for watching!

@copycat21c 9 месяцев назад

Was going to give this a go too. Either way, inspired hack!

@michellekorn3693 10 месяцев назад

Using the presser foot to hold the fabric is genius! Thank you for another helpful tip😊❤️

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're very welcome! Thanks for watching!

@KayBelzner-er4tw 10 месяцев назад

Wow!! This looks like a game changer … not only the product, but the method of putting it under the presser foot to hold it! Thank you Mary!!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Thank you! I agree - it makes a HUGE difference - and makes things so easy! Thanks for watching!

@debbienoreski6086 10 месяцев назад

What a great tool. Thank you for sharing.

@susanowen1709 10 месяцев назад

Mind. Blown. I just stitched some scraps together so I could give it a try, and wow! Many thanks for posting!!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Isn't it fun???? I was a little nervous the first time I tried it, but it worked like a charm! Thanks for watching!

@queeneywarren9474 3 месяца назад

I never seen nothing like this before I love it thank you

@joyfulandmerryquilting 3 месяца назад

You're so welcome! You may be interested in my free workshop on the joyfulandmerryquilting.com website. There are 5 tips on how to make the perfect quilt block every time. Just enter your email address and the workshop will be available. Enjoy!

@vickyadams3007 10 месяцев назад

After 53 years of sewing, You taught me the RIGHT way to seam rip.❤ Now I won't get so flustered when I make a mistake. Thank you!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're so welcome! Enjoy and thanks fo watching!

@marinaabad4995 10 месяцев назад

Thank you Mary on learning how to properly use a seam ripper. As for all the pesky threads, I've always used a lint roller as it catches all the threads and linty bits on the work surface. I also use my lint roller on my ironing surface and cutting mat. It really picks up all the thread bits.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching!

@dcwatashi 10 месяцев назад

This method is not new it’s been around for so many years. I came across another video that was probably filmed about eight years ago maybe 10 years ago.

@janicevisger497 10 месяцев назад

Mary, I've been using this type of Seam Ripper for years! It has saved me hours of hard work. I love the ball gripper in the end. I have one that has the textured rubber knob on BOTH ends!!! I never thought about putting the one end of the fabric under the presser foot (after flattening the seam) and then trying to rip out in one long pass. That is a NICE BIG SEWING TIP!!! Thanks again for sharing!! Love watching your videos!! ❤

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're so welcome and thank you for your kind words!!! Thanks for watching!

@jlneathery 10 месяцев назад

I’ve recently learned to use an eyebrow shaver as a seam ripper. I’ve NEVER accidentally cut a hole in the fabric with that tool. I don’t remember where on RU-vid I learned about it, but it has revolutionized my seam ripping!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for the tip and thanks for watching!

@pieceofpeace35 10 месяцев назад

Well now I have to try this! Thank you!

@oksanagrof7571 10 месяцев назад

Omg, I have that seam ripper, but your extra tip - holding the piece under the foot.. amazing. Thanks again for another great video

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're welcome! Happy ripping!!!

@pathanneke7747 10 месяцев назад

Love this “reminder “ video!! I always was to revert to the red ball on top! Using the sewing machine for holding the material is genius!!! Thanks again Mary 😊😊

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're so welcome and thanks for the compliment!!!

@danielle_4.34 10 месяцев назад

Yeah me too! I was watching like, hey, she does it the other way?!! 😅

@nancyvogt2457 9 месяцев назад

Wow, I’ve had that seam ripper for years and never knew how to use it like that. They are missing a great marketing piece. Thank you.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 9 месяцев назад

I agree! Thank you so much for watching and for commenting!

@Danka42 9 месяцев назад

daaamn, this will save me a ton of time!❤

@joyfulandmerryquilting 9 месяцев назад

It's a GREAT tip and YES - it saves a TON of time!!! And the more you practice the quicker (and easier) it gets! Be careful at first...and it'll eventually come naturally.

@dianebursey7949 10 месяцев назад

The little things that can make a quilter very happy!!! ❤ thank you for sharing this.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

I absolutely agree...and it's hard to be happy about ripping out a seam...but this way helps a bit! :-) Thanks for watching!

@laaffitout 9 месяцев назад

Oh my , which rock was I hiding under all these days!!! I am so glad I found you and this video. Thanks for sharing the secret🤗

@joyfulandmerryquilting 9 месяцев назад

You're so welcome! Enjoy and thanks for watching!!!

@cherylpa527 9 месяцев назад

I cant wait to try this method! Ripping seams had always been my least favorite part of sewing, thank you so much for sharing this technique ❤

@joyfulandmerryquilting 9 месяцев назад

It really works! Be careful with your first couple of tries - until you get comfortable with it. I would experiment with a few scraps. I am most careful when I come to intersections, but I found that I really can rip out quickly and safely the more I have used it. Thanks for watching and thank you for your comment!

@jabekajabeka3188 5 месяцев назад

I have this product but double ended with two different size cutters. Your video is amazing!!! Who knew?? That’s the best thing I’ve seen in a long time. Thank you!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 5 месяцев назад

Thank you so much! I'm glad it was helpful. Thanks for sharing and for watching!

@PeggyStinson 10 месяцев назад

omgosh this is so great! from using the presser foot to the red ball to the new tool - everything a great tip!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Thank you so much for watching Peggy!

@robertamavendooglefraggler9463 8 месяцев назад

Hi Mary, My husband showed me your video and at first I was dubious. I decided to try it after basting 5ft worth of fabric then realized that I had made a mistake. Ugh was my initial thought until I remembered your video. It worked so well that I almost ran to tell my husband. He's one of my biggest supporters. I've also shared your video with my friend and sewing enthusiast in England who also plans on buying one for her mom. Although I already have three seam rippers, I have understood that they can dull over time so I may just go ahead and get this one too. 😁

@joyfulandmerryquilting 5 месяцев назад

CONGRATULATIONS! I'm so glad it worked for you! I'm sorry I missed your comment when you first posted it. Thank you for sharing your success and for sharing with your friends! I'm so glad your husband saw the video and showed it to you. Thank you to both of you for watching!

@louettesommers8594 9 месяцев назад

I really like the quilt behind you. It’s great.excellent tutorial. Thank you. 😊

@joyfulandmerryquilting 9 месяцев назад

Thanks so much! Thank you for watching!

@SharonRStudio 10 месяцев назад

Great tool! I’ll have to get one. When I have to rip a seam, I use my lint roller to pick up all the little thread pieces from the table surface.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

I like this because the threads easily come off - and is reusable. Thanks for watching!

@ocean_hummer 10 месяцев назад

This is a great method for short seams! I also like The Quick Ripper (a battery-operated seam ripper) for longer seams. 😊

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching!

@loublou5886 10 месяцев назад

O.M.G! Thankyou for such a simple, but yes life changing tip 💕

@janschubart4419 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for that tip. Let's hope we get to see that notion in South Africa soon😊

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Thanks so much for watching!!! Here's the Amazon link - not sure if you can order from there, but just in case: www.amazon.com/Dritz-Seam-Ripper-Large-Purple/dp/B00UY15X2K/ref=sr_1_2_pp?crid=1AJT41ETU0MN4&keywords=seam+fix+seam+ripper&qid=1698505566&sprefix=seam+fix%2Caps%2C107&sr=8-2

@melb9528 5 месяцев назад

I've never done it this way!! I want this!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 5 месяцев назад

It really works! Thanks for watching!

@MileyonDisney 9 месяцев назад

Cool device. Thanks for the heads up!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 9 месяцев назад

You're so welcome! Thank you for watching!

@h20g1rl6 10 месяцев назад

Love putting fabric under presser foot without using the needle. I’ll try it! (I’ve used the sticky paper from a lint brush to get the threads off the ‘seam ripped’ seam allowance… which usually works well.)

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Thank you! The nice thing about this little tool is that it can be used over and over again. Thanks for watching!

@stephenboyd7244 10 месяцев назад

I do too, or just masking tape

@witchywoman4139 10 месяцев назад

Great tip! I never knew such a gadget existed, that's cool. I also like the comments suggesting using a lint roller as a substitute. I don't do much (if any!) sewing: I'm more into yarn arts, but who knows? Always great to learn new techniques, thanks so much for sharing!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're welcome and thank you for watching and commenting!!! Yarn is fun too! :-)

@annelumsden5775 10 месяцев назад

Great tip about holding fabric with the presser foot to unpick seams. Many thanks.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

@deliaaguilar6981 10 месяцев назад

I have this seam ripper and wondered about that top. Thanks for the lesson ❤

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're very welcome! Thanks for watching!

@1bjwlsn 5 месяцев назад

Great video, learn something new everyday.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 5 месяцев назад

Thank you! Thanks for watching!

@ericapelz260 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for both hints; I hadn't considered using the presser foot as an extra hand while seam ripping.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're so welcome! I use it ALL the time - and it really makes seam ripping so much easier! Thanks for watching!

@barbarahague6843 9 месяцев назад

I like that little bit on the end. Much easier to remove the cut stitches.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 9 месяцев назад

I agree! Thanks for watching!

@Arek.Arkadiusz 9 месяцев назад

Oh my god. I have been using seam ripper wrong for few years now. I always wondered why there's this red bulob in there. This is pretty amazing information. Thanks!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 9 месяцев назад

Isn’t it amazing that there’s always something new to learn! Glad this was of help to you! Thanks for watching!

@collef1136 10 месяцев назад

Learned something new today x3!!! Thank you 🙏🏻

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

I'm glad! Thanks for watching!

@CollinsCorp 10 месяцев назад

Thank you❤

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're welcome 😊

@lkmeetze3459 10 месяцев назад

Thank you so much for this great tip! Very helpful!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're so welcome! Glad it helped and thank you for your comment!

@debbieshuler2435 10 месяцев назад

I don't know why but I love ripping stitches I love my seam ripper to me it's very relaxing I could sit for hours and just take seams apart

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

It can be QUITE satisfying! I agree! Thanks for sharing and for watching!

@searece 10 месяцев назад

I love this tip! I have that exact seam ripper, too.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching! I do love it also!

@shobbs5842 10 месяцев назад

Never knew this, thank you!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're so welcome! Thanks for watching!

@glynisreynolds446 10 месяцев назад

That’s brilliant 🤩 Going to save lots of time 👍 Thanks so much for sharing 👏👏🇬🇧

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You’re welcome 😊

@MrsTeddy-yw9fk 6 месяцев назад

I never knew what the red ball was for thanks for the information

@joyfulandmerryquilting 6 месяцев назад

You're so welcome! Practice first with some scraps - you'll be surprised at how easy it will become. I try to go slowly when I approach a seam intersection, but other than that it just takes seconds to rip out a seam - and the red ball really does make it clean and quick! Thanks for watching!

@YomeidaGarza-ku4dx 10 месяцев назад

THESE IS WONDERFULL IWILLL BUY ONE

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

I love mine! Thanks for watching!

@reginakarn4414 8 месяцев назад

storing my fabric at this time is by theme. I seem to go through my stash often so i can remind myself what i have in fabric.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 6 месяцев назад

Great idea - we really do forget what we have if we don't look through it on occasion. Thanks for sharing!

@DAGRACE 9 месяцев назад

U have heard saying "measure twice cut once "...well I really...REALLY..REALLY HATE RIPPING OUT! Over the years I have taking more time putting sonetglhing together...CANT WAIT TO GET THIS RIPPRR

@joyfulandmerryquilting 9 месяцев назад

I made a cross-stitch with that very statement! Sadly..I don't always follow my own advice. That's what the seam ripper is for, I guess! :-) Thanks for watching and for commenting!

@LouiseMaeAllardBrouder-po1gs 9 месяцев назад

Mary , hate to tell you that this special little tool has been in existence since the 1940s ... glad you discovered it 👍🏼😃🥰

@joyfulandmerryquilting 9 месяцев назад

Glad you found this tool way back when....but unless it's shared, how will other quilters know about it??? That's my hope - that by sharing tools that are helpful to me, with other quilters, we will all be able to share in the joy of quilting! Sounds like you probably have a lot of tips and tricks to share as well! Please comment and I would be happy to pass along any valuable quilting tips you have learned over the years! Thanks for watching!

@SuperBettyboop23 10 месяцев назад

Love it thanks so much for sharing 👍🏼👍🏼

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!

@verleejenkins 9 месяцев назад

Wow! Thanks Mary! All these 64 years I never knew to use the ball that way and the other cap is wonderful! God bless ❤

@joyfulandmerryquilting 9 месяцев назад

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!!!

@lindajacobs1487 6 месяцев назад

THANK YOU!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 6 месяцев назад

You're so welcome! Be sure to go slowly when you first try it out and use scraps. Once you get good at it, you'll never hold a seam ripper any other way. I try to slow down at the seam intersections, but then it takes just seconds to rip out a seam. Thanks for watching!

@thereyougothen 10 месяцев назад

Using the presser foot as a third hand is genius!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Thank you!!! Thanks for watching!

@mvswaaij 10 месяцев назад

Thanks ! I will try this with a rubber !

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching!

@LakesideQuiltmakingArts 7 месяцев назад

Yes… you just changed my life

@joyfulandmerryquilting 7 месяцев назад

You're welcome! :-) Practice on some scraps - and in no time you'll be ripping in record time! Thanks for watching!

@bprause7340 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for the tips! ❤️

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're welcome!

@amyberg1413 10 месяцев назад

Thank You!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're welcome!

@YasuTaniina 10 месяцев назад

Another idea: Recently at a social gathering one woman told us about her electric seam ripper. She brought it to show us. It was a cute little purple device that looks very similar to hair trimmers. They're about 20 to 25 dollars online, and it's on my wishlist. Then you could also use a lint roller to get the thread off

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Yes - I did have one - but found that for me, using the plain old-fashioned seam ripper worked well - although it is a fun gadget and does the job! Thanks for sharing!!!

@lostmagicofdisney 10 месяцев назад

Game changer!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Thanks!! And thanks for watching!

@sandreawhite7534 10 месяцев назад

Game changer.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

I agree! Thanks so much for watching!

@mrsmcdonald9363 10 месяцев назад

My ripper is very old and dull. Thanks for showing me one worth buying.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Happy it helped! This one really works great!

@cdayperry2701 10 месяцев назад

Thank you, helpful

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're welcome! Glad it was helpful!

@Auntie7024 10 месяцев назад

Great tip, Mary. Love it! Thank you so much. Have a joyful day! ❤😊

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Thank you so much! My day has been VERY joyful today! :-)

@philipeisenberg6984 9 месяцев назад

Fine presentation

@joyfulandmerryquilting 9 месяцев назад

Thank you so much and thanks for watching!

@charliem6335 10 месяцев назад

WOW Thanks for sharing 😊

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're very welcome! Thanks for watching!!!

@heiklei 10 месяцев назад

omg. life changing.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Thank you and thanks for watching!

@AuntDi2 10 месяцев назад

I had no idea about using the presser foot or what the red ball was for! Thank you!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're so welcome!

@ann-mariejensen2623 10 месяцев назад

I’ve been sewing for decades and never knew this. Thank you!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!

@tigrebonita 10 месяцев назад

Wow wow ! I might just rip up the stitches just for the fun of it !! Thank you . Saved me from drudgery!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

It is satisfying! :-) Have fun and thanks for watching!

@user-yc4fz7vv6u 10 месяцев назад

What a useful video. Hoping the algorithm pushes it to the top.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Thank you! Thanks for watching!

@dorothykovak4900 10 месяцев назад

Thank you! I’ve apparently been using a seam ripper wrong for 45 years. Oof. That topper piece woks great. Thanks for sharing.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're very welcome! Thanks for commenting!

@watchmanonthewall6962 10 месяцев назад

Amazing.Thanks.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!

@denisebooth866 10 месяцев назад

Works well

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

I agree! Thanks for watching!

@annmartin1224 10 месяцев назад

Thank you so much for not saying “unpick”!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

@leewitte4580 10 месяцев назад

Wow!!! I could have used this tip years ago!! Brilliant! I even have that exact seam ripper!! My only issue with it is that the lid part does not fit on the end of the ripper so you can’t keep the pieces together while you are ripping! I always end up having to search for the top part-which I will now use since I know what it is for!!! Thank you!!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Yes - that is a flaw. They now make one with the eraser part on each end. It's called the Double Sided Seam Ripper.

@theresarose1052 10 месяцев назад

Thank you

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're welcome!

@Name-ps9fx 10 месяцев назад

I always wondered what that little red ball was for... Thank you!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

I did too! And when I found out, it changed my seam-ripping life! :-) Thanks for watching!

@dianebaker5221 10 месяцев назад

My seam ripper doesn't have a little red ball. Think I'll get a new one because I always wondered how to use this method of seam ripping without cutting the fabric.

@jacquicherry1721 9 месяцев назад

An easier method, for me, is to simply use a lint roller to remove the unwanted thread. And it quickly cleans up the mess that was made throughout the process. Blessings to you! Jacqui

@joyfulandmerryquilting 9 месяцев назад

Yes - thank you! That is an easy way to dispose of the threads as well.

@John-I-McLeod 9 месяцев назад

I use a tape roller to remove those stitches... Works great and no mess. 😊

@joyfulandmerryquilting 9 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing and thank you for watching!

@djstarrjunkie 10 месяцев назад

I've also used a lint roller to snatch the after thread~

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Yes - that also works! Thanks for sharing!

@TheDynamitedoll1 9 месяцев назад

This is why RU-vid rocks! Thank you for this tip

@joyfulandmerryquilting 9 месяцев назад

You are so welcome!!!! Enjoy and thanks for watching!!!

@jazziegran7621 9 месяцев назад

The unpicker is one of my most used tools. In fact I have several. Use it carefully though as this method is really only good for fabrics that are sturdy. 😂😂

@joyfulandmerryquilting 9 месяцев назад

In quilting I use 100% cotton and it works well for those types of fabric. When it comes to knits and stretchy fabrics this would not be something I would recommend. Thanks for your insight and thanks for watching!

@doloresnash287 10 месяцев назад

I love the presser foot idea!! Thank you!!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're very welcome! Thanks so much for watching!

@sdlorimor 9 месяцев назад

Used this method and cut right through a shirt twice. Thanks for the advice?

@joyfulandmerryquilting 9 месяцев назад

Not sure where you went wrong, but I have never cut through anything but my stitches using this method. It does take a little practice, and I went very slowly when I first started using my seam ripper this way but I have had EXCELLENT results. Sorry you had a mishap.

@julielambert5835 10 месяцев назад

I’m not sure when I learned this but it was years ago and it usually works well but keep in mind it’s not always that easy. The other thing I wanted to mention is that I always use a pencil eraser to remove the threads and I’m also addicted to my lint roller, the tape kind works best!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

I think putting it under the sewing machine foot really does make it so much easier. Not sure if you tried that, but it gives the added tension needed to cut the threads and not the fabric. Many also use the pencil eraser or lint roller. All great options! Thank you for sharing and for watching!

@user-lc8hx7kg2c 3 месяца назад

Thank you never knew

@joyfulandmerryquilting 3 месяца назад

You're welcome!

@Cyrilmc222004 10 месяцев назад

Thank you so much Mary, I really really enjoyed watching you show us how ease it is to use the seam ripper and that other part, to get the threads off too. Brilliant. I’ve subscribed and given you a thumbs up too.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Thank you so much! I am so happy to have you join our Joyful and Merry Channel and I truly appreciate your kind words! Thank you!

@johannebrunner6477 10 месяцев назад

I own one of these rippers (only in a different colour). Now I’ll be using it to correct way. Thank you.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're so welcome! Enjoy...if we can say that about a seam ripper! :-) Thanks for watching!

@sherryzoltay7625 10 месяцев назад

Wish I had seen this video two hours ago-had to rip an entire jelly roll strip. Thank you for the tips!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Oops...well, IF there's a next time - here's your quick and easy remedy! :-) Thanks for watching!

@suncountrygirl_crochet 10 месяцев назад

Using the presser foot is brilliant!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Thank you! Our machines are so versatile, aren't they??? :-)

@rugbyladice574 9 месяцев назад

Thanks for the info. New to sewing and quilting, and I need a seam ripper of higher quality, as the one I got from the store has dulled out, and needed resharpened.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 9 месяцев назад

You're so welcome! Check back here on our JoyfulandMerryQuilting RU-vid channel tomorrow (Black Friday). We have a brand new quilting classing beginning on January 15th with a Black Friday deal! :-) I'd love to have you join in if you're interested! Thanks for watching!

@Persida_ 5 месяцев назад

That’s clever!

@joyfulandmerryquilting 5 месяцев назад

I love it! I have used this method for ripping out seams for a LONG time, and I have had great success! Thanks for watching!

@Persida_ 5 месяцев назад

@@joyfulandmerryquilting I hope to remember it if I need it!!!!

@michelesalazar2045 10 месяцев назад

I do something similar but I like your method better. Thank you Mary

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You're so welcome! Thanks for watching!

@SharonEzzell-gp6ye 10 месяцев назад

Wow, that’s a great tip, Mary. Thanks so much.

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

You are so welcome! I really have found it to be helpful!

@gigiontube 10 месяцев назад

Really cool 👍👍❤️❤️

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching!

@bjworksit1174 10 месяцев назад

Wow, that was cool! Ripping game changer 😊

@joyfulandmerryquilting 10 месяцев назад

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching!

@zelphiaellerson6283 9 месяцев назад

Love this tip!!! Your directions are very clear! What can you tell us about the gorgeous Fall quilt in the background?

@joyfulandmerryquilting 9 месяцев назад

Thank you so much! Actually that pattern is in the works...it won't be ready before the holidays...but stay tuned! It will be in our store as soon as it's finished! Thank you for your kind words and thank you for watching!