Sewing a dress from an IKEA duvet cover, learning to thread my serger (and a few knitting updates)

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A quick knitting update, and then I tackle something I’ve been meaning to do for the longest time - learn to thread my serger! Then it’s time to sew a dress from my IKEA duvet cover. (Stay tuned to see how that goes!)
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@amygoodwin8831 2 месяца назад

Quick tip next time you want to change your serger thread, you can clip the old color and tie your new color to the already threaded strands and then sew on a scrap piece of fabric until the new thread takes over.

@CreativeKogi 2 месяца назад

This is exactly what I do too. I'm too lazy to start from scratch, so I use a magic knot to join the old and new colour. This is especially for loopers and the holes are large enough for the knot to pass through. The needles are easier to thread. Well done on using the serger.

@patricialackwitz3204 2 месяца назад

I was just going to say this! Also, Jen, I used to enjoy doing narrow rolled hem and made lots of napkins in cottons- no more paper napkins to toss!

@elisemelancon295 2 месяца назад

I love the idea of using your signature thread on your serger! Cannot wait to see your dress. Have a good weekend! Elise

@KateMH_ 2 месяца назад

lol when I was a kid my stepdad got my mom a serger and even though she was an excellent sewist and even still sews, she was too intimidated to learn how to use it and never did ha ha. This was in the pre-RU-vid days but still, no excuse!

@susanteminsky1078 2 месяца назад

So great that your eye is healing up so quickly, Jen! I LOVE your Merrimekko top. I always wear solids and almost always dark but you've inspired me. Your serger is so fun! I'm glad you took the plunge with us here to cheer you on. I have never used a serger but often thought about trying one (I"ve been sewing for many decades) so you've inspired me there too. Your dress is turning out so well!! Zero waste, IKEA bedding, simple design and SO CUTE!!! Have fun at the pool! Thank you so much for all your inspiration to get going on things around here, Jen!! LOVE your Saturday videos and that you're branching out from knitting yet knitting (and Dinah!) too

@JenGeigleyKnits Месяц назад

thank you, thank you for your sweet comments! I always wear black, but I'm switching it up a lot this summer and it's pretty fun. I was so intimidated by the serger, but now it's my best friend. (Slicing off the edges kind of freaked me out ... but now I get it.) Hope you're having a good summer!

@chantald9661 2 месяца назад

Don’t know where my first comment went, I only see Top and Newest…? but I was saying: Hi Jen ! Glad to hear you didn’t hurt your eye. The black eye looks much better now. And other stuff I forget now 😂

@bethbamszoo 2 месяца назад

Impressive! Good to see how a serger is used to add a more finished look!

@etoylemckee6832 2 месяца назад

This was soooo much fun. I had my daughter order the yellow thread for my serger. The 😂one thread color is perfect idea. You are such an inspiration

@scottydog6539 2 месяца назад

You did it. Great. Enjoy your serger

@cindibrumpton1768 2 месяца назад

Until today, I didn’t realize I need a surger. Thanks! 🤣. Fabric is glorious!

@JenGeigleyKnits Месяц назад

you probably don't *need* one ... but they sure make nice edges!

@darlenewatkins4999 2 месяца назад

Glad your eye is better!! Love seeing Dinah!! The dress is going to be AMAZING!!

@scottydog6539 2 месяца назад

Such a pretty jacket your daughter is adding patches to

@florenfroe23 2 месяца назад

Wow. My Joann’s is not like that. Yours is fabulous

@klz4377 2 месяца назад

Same, that Joann's looks amazing

@leahmurphy3739 2 месяца назад

Thanks for the inspiration!! I have a commercial Singer sewing machine I have never used, I acquired it 20 years ago! I may pull it out and see if I can figure it out. I have only taken one sewing class so it is intimidating! Your dress looks fabulous!

@chantald9661 2 месяца назад

When you had issues with the serger I was like:Jen! Check your tension! But you figured it out like a champ. Great job! I am excited to see the dress next week. I think I’ll do some sewing too , been meaning to but procrastinated but seeing your progress is motivating me. Have a good week!

@JenGeigleyKnits Месяц назад

it's definitely been a learning experience!

@scottydog6539 2 месяца назад

Hi Jen. Sergers are not hard to thread. Brother is a great brand. Easy to use.

@Katheverett 2 месяца назад

Lol! I can relate: I have had an electric pressure canner for a year, and I have been too intimidated to turn it on! Good for you for gathering up your courage! And in front of all us to boot. The dress looks great! Nice to see Dinah - she is your co-star!

@JenGeigleyKnits Месяц назад

Ha - I think we all have an intimidating gadget (or two!) The canner sounds fun ...

@donnastubbs9525 2 месяца назад

Wow! Fabulous dress. I love using bed linens to sew clothing. Great job conquering your serger. You will come to love it more and more. Thanks for recording this and sharing your great ideas and enthusiasm.

@JenGeigleyKnits Месяц назад

Thank you! 😊

@caseywagner9484 2 месяца назад

The Marrimekko top is GORGEOUS! I so appreciate how you take us thru your process. You are fearless and it's a great example. I love that all 3 of you were working on your own art projects. Can't wait to see Lo's jacket! 😊

@scottydog6539 2 месяца назад

Yes, pick a color you can use so you don’t have to rethread it every time.

@chantald9661 2 месяца назад

So this is going to be a multiple comments week 😅 the signature colour thread for the serger is such a good idea I will have to change my boring white for a blue thread I think. Other tip: practice changing tension on a piece of scrap to see how this affects the stitches. It will help with troubleshooting in the future. The threading on my machine is not easy either for one of the looper (I think the lower) that’s where the tweezers come handy. The dress pattern seems pretty easy. I wonder how it would look if you wore it with a belt. It would give you 2 looks😊

@JenGeigleyKnits Месяц назад

True - a belt would be fun! (And I will practice my tension in the future - I've been better about that now!)

@traceyriley1847 2 месяца назад

Love the sewing inspiration!

@rylomom 2 месяца назад

Cute dress! I think IKEA is releasing more fabric by the yard options… some of them were also available for shipping

@janetrivera5275 2 месяца назад

I have the same serger for 3 years now and I find that keeping all the tensions at 4 is the way to go. Also, if you are serging knits you might want to buy stretch thread for the loopers. I use maxi lock stretch thread for the loopers when sewing knits. This way the thread moves with the knit fabrics and won't break. I purchase my threads online from Wawak (great prices) and the delivery is quick.

@JenGeigleyKnits Месяц назад

noted - thanks so much for the tips!! (I've heard great things about Wawak!)

@ilovethegoddessshop 2 месяца назад

For your seed stitch sweater, maybe block your sleeves before you start in on the last ball of yarn-- they may well grow and not need as much yarn.♥

@JenGeigleyKnits Месяц назад

very true!

@celestedouville2529 2 месяца назад

i have patches! (I think,) I have been destashing tons of stuff from my studio, but I think I have more patches to share, let me know.

@yarnymcyarn 2 месяца назад

great video as always! thx

@sandrakirkpatrick3116 2 месяца назад

😊

@goldmeh 2 месяца назад

I have the same serger!

@ruthdennisKnits 2 месяца назад

You have a large Jo Anns. ‼️ Your yarn section and the thread wall are so big. I think because I live in hot Houston,TX they don’t stock a lot of yarns. I buy mostly from the internet 🧶🧶

@JenGeigleyKnits Месяц назад

we got lucky with this new remodeled store ... we had one of the older/smaller ones too. but this one is pretty great!

@scottydog6539 2 месяца назад

I have an older Bernina serger. 4 spool

@michellebattersby4070 2 месяца назад

I don’t ever unthread my serger. I just snip the near the bobbin and tie my new my new colours in and pull then through near the needle. Good luck.

@JenGeigleyKnits Месяц назад

I learned this a bit too late - but I do this now!! 😂

@YellowZenniaKnits 2 месяца назад

Hi Jen. Regards to your shoulders. You could knit a stockinette panel on all four pieces then accomplish a smooth Kitchener. Or not.😂

@JenGeigleyKnits Месяц назад

true!!!!

@bgbaltuth 2 месяца назад

Thanks for the episode. I love to iron, if only you could iron away all the wrinkles of life .

@JenGeigleyKnits Месяц назад

so true!

@cyndykoerber831 2 месяца назад

i’m experiencing major PTSD.. threading a serger 😂😂. mine is probably covered in dust ❤cyndy

@JenGeigleyKnits Месяц назад

haha, I can relate!

@momofpeg 2 месяца назад

Omg where is that Joann’s located? Our Ames location is so lacking. Love how your dress is turning out. I’ve been scared to buy a serger for that same reason. This makes me want one.

@JenGeigleyKnits Месяц назад

This is our store in Clive/West Des Moines! We used to have an older one that didn't have all the space / new features, but this new one is pretty nice!

@momofpeg Месяц назад

@@JenGeigleyKnits thanks. I will have to check it out next time we drive down