before you even revealed that you made the blue jacket yourself I was thinking how much I loved your outfit!! big fan of the jacket & the whole look :)
I was going to suggest a thin strip of interfacing (medium weight) to iron on the back of both sides of the fabric where you sew the seams. I've had issues like this and it fixed it.
If she was using a straight stitch and that was the issue that would break my heart because she’s got a multi-thousand dollar sewing machine with a bunch of built-in stretch stitches and an overlocker at hand lol 😂
If you are unsure of the blue jacket you made, changing the buttons can give it a new life and seem more wearable!🫶🏼 very cute im considering making it!
If the fabric of your patchwork dress is at all stretchy, you need to use a stretch stitch for your seams so that they give with the fabric as it stretches. Some of the seams could be done with your overlocker. Other seams may not be accessible to your overlocker now to dress is sewn up so, as an alternative to stretch stitch, you could use Maraflex thread for your top and bottom stitches. This is a stretch thread which has enough give to stretch with the fabric so you can use a normal straight stitch.
I love the blue jacket so much!! (just a lil note: the pockets in formal clothes are stitched closed so that they don't get baggy when people put their hands inside while trying them on 😅)
Pants were also my nemesis. Then i bought “Fit and Sew Custom Jeans: Classic and Creative Sewing Techniques for Modern Patterns” by Helen Bartley and my pant woes were solved. She uses paper mock ups (woo hoo, no need to sew an entire first garment) to work out the pattern adjustments and get the right fit for YOUR body. It took me a few tries, but I’ve now made several pairs of paints that i wear in my daily rotation. It’s definitely worth a try if pants are on your 2024 bingo card.
Hi! For stretch clothing definitely try using your overlocker to sew the seams or a zigzag stitch on your machine. Also make sure you use a sewing machine needle specifically for stretch fabric 😊
I think it’s your fabric choice for the jacket that’s putting you off. It’s cute as is, kinda reminds me of an art teacher’s smock. But I think your style would prefer something softer so it was a little more boho than boxy and structured. Maybe a patterned or plain linen, double gauze or your favourite patterned thrifted sheet?
If you’re not hammering beads you just need to lock them back in place with a hand stitch to fix it in place and stop them all unthreading. Also you should try a small rolled hem on a fine fabric like that. It’s tricky but so nice when done correctly.
My goals this year are: low buy/no buy, make things with all of the stuff I already have (I have sooooooo many supplies and a huge fabric stash) and more reading, less scrolling. I'm doing okay so far, but it's barely into January. Also I have this weird urge to undo alllll of the squares I crocheted, tie it back together and just make a big cardigan, but I feel like I just need to take a break from it and come back at a later time. Lol.
Pockets are stitched closed (often vents, too) to keep everything tidy and nice until it reaches the customer. (Sorry if someone has already said this. I couldn't get through all the comments.)
Hey everyone!! Hope you're all going well. What projects are you working on this week? Let me know! I'm pretty keen to give another crack at a pair of jeans & hopefully (finally) get the fit right... wish me luck!
For the red dress, in the video you made it in, you used a knit fabric, but didn't say if you used a ballpoint needle on your machine or not. A regular sewing machine needle will tear knit fabric every time it stabs the fabric. Try using a ballpoint needle with knits if you haven't already
That blue jacket is SOO cute!!! I would definitely keep it in rotation in your wardrobe. In fact, I want to make one now! Lovely video, I love the good vibes from your videos. ❤
I am currently procrastinating starting to sew again after finishing my last year of my fashion degree and feeling very burnt out. But I think I’m almost ready and maybe some mending will be some easy quick reward activities for me
My goals are to start sewing lessons and also grow more on youtube! I have been working on my youtube fulltime for a year and will have to look for a job soon, so I'm kind of scared I won't have enough time for youtube 😬 But I'll see what happens!! Love your video as always
Maybe the pants fabric warps in the wash? I'm still a beginner sewist and that's the first thing that comes to mind. I really want to try my hand at split side skirts this year!
They keep pockets sewn together for clothes to keep shape (in storage/on hangers) and look better during fitting. It may sound bad but if someone have for example big belly pockets "open" when jackets are buttoned. This is normal but looks bad. Many people keep pockets shut because they prioritize visuals over functionality.
@@fromcarlyboh, it just occurred to me, what if you put like a bee applique or embroidery coming out of one of the pockets on your blue Christmas make? Inject a little whimsy might make you like it more?
Can i just say, i stumbled across your video on suggested.. i played it and instantly subscribed because of your intro (funky players) 🤣 love the vibes! Also, you look like the girl from Stranger Things! Love that 😁
14:25 I am so fascinated by this dress and what is happening with the seams. Are the threads snapped? Or can you hear them snapping when it’s stretched? Are your seams sitting flat? Maybe it’s a tension issue? Are you using a stretch or ball point needle if it’s a stretch thick fabric? I am very invested
Ball point/jersey needle, and triple stitch (the one that looks like 3 lines side by side), will give you a strong, stretchy, straight seam on knits that shouldn’t pop.
For 2024, I want to make dresses and shirts for myself and my kid. I am good at skirts, and I want to make more “tops” to go with them or just dresses. I also plan to knit a sweater (or two!) this year. I have patterns, I just have to take the leap!
Happy New Year! The first jacket looks cute because you are young and cute, but it reminds me of Madeline. The second is so lively that it would be worth making it in different colors & prints. Great purposes, happy sewing.
Inspired to tackle my growing mending box now! I have to say your makeup is always lovely - I was just wondering what gold eyeshadow this is? So pretty! :)
The soften studios dress !!! Love !!! PS: Carly I luv u but how are you wearing winter clothing in all of these vids it's like 35 degrees at the moment
@@fromcarlybyou can also try the triple stitch (the one that looks like 3 lines side by side) so the seam stitch is straight but stretchy. Check your sewing manual for recommendations.
Carly, I bought the Oia Pinafore pattern a few weeks ago and am planning on making it in February. I was so excited when I saw that you’ve done it too! Did you go for the dart or no-dart version please?
Is the colorblock dress a knit or a stretchy fabric? If it is a knit, then try stretching out the fabric as you sew it. It will keep the stitches from popping.
I have never understood the use of the term “unpick” to remove stitching because you are not UNpicking. You may be picking out the stitches, which may be where the term originated, but that would be more picking than unpicking. To unpick, you would first have to pick. Anywho, just curious if anyone else is confused by the term I hear used by so many sewists.
Oh my goodness, trying to make pants that actually fit is so hard at the best of times! I have a pretty big hip to waist ratio thanks to my butt, and big thighs too and it's the absolute worst. :(
