Zippers? The trick is baste them in first. It seems like why - extra work? Honestly, you'll never have to unpick a zipper again. And find the type of zipper you prefer and just do those. Me? Lapped zippers every time - love them. It takes a few goes to understand how to put them in (follow instructions in a vintage tutorial) but the result is lovely. And don't be hard on yourself - a year is such a short time. I've been sewing for over 40 years and still make mistakes occasionally. The biggest asset in sewing is patience (if you wonder if you should baste something - the answer is always yes) and a good relationship with your seam ripper 🤣
I'm really going to have to try basting them first!! It seems like extra work - but unpicking them is even more time consuming, so it's worth a shot!! I'll have to look into lapped zippers, thanks for suggesting that!
Agree with the other comments on here -- try basting in the zipper first. It holds it steady, you can see mistakes or funky bits before they're more permanently stitched and you don't have to wrangle pins out of the way. I'm certainly not excellent at zippers, but once I committed to basting first it has certainly helped and I haven't had to rip out a zipper in a while. Absolutely adore this romper. I personally can't spot any pattern matching issues either so you did real good there! Keep it up, mate -- your videos are so *chefs kiss* 😄
Aww thank you so much! Videos are definitely a learning process, but they are so much fun! Next time I do a zipper I will for sure be basting it! Extra step is worth using a seam ripper! Thank you!
I hand baste my zippers, that way I'm not dealing with pins and I can see what needs adjusting before I use the machine. This was a game changer for me! Also with not separating zippers, I reattach the pull from the bottom.
I don't mind sleeves either - but you are on your own with zippers! But it's nice to know someone likes them and can do them properly! Buttonholes are a breeze with the attachment, and lining them up on gingham is sooo easy!
I think you did a great job. It's challenging to mix patterns & not run into some kinda snag along the way. Yes, you will get better at zippers. There are quite a few methods you can try to find your preference. Don't give up!!
The best thing I know to get crazy ick and smell out of hair... Err fur, is the Head and Shoulders Clinical strength dandruff shampoo. It's the orange shampoo (in a blue bottle here is the US, but I don't know if they change the packaging abroad.).
Omggg so happy to see this! My grandmother is a seamstress and told me to really PULL HARD on the zipper &fabric while sewing, it stops it from puckering and makes it easier to sew. Also to sew with the zipper on top so it stays smooth
I really enjoy your videos and I wish you posted more frequently. I know, this is likely a silly request as garment sewing is very time consuming and there are other commitments.
Awww thank you so much! That means alot, I really appreciate that! I would love to post more, but you're right. With a full-time job, sewing a garment AND filming/editing - it would be so hard!! Maybe one day 😊
Yes! We did shampoo, then tomato, then baking soda, then another shampoo that night! We got some skunk shampoo and gave him a few baths and a few swims the next day.. it’s better now, too bad he had to put up with it for so long!
I was trying to wrap my head around how you did the zip. If I was attacking this project (which is so on my summer sewing list now btw!) & the zip was too long. I would have kept the top stop and sewn back and forth along the bottom to create a new stop. Just to stop having to trim the top. Alsooo apparently if you cut a tiny bit of plastic straw, then split it lengthways along one side, slip it over the zip, pinch it together with hair straighteners, and you can re thread the pull without destroying the teeth. (I hope to god that made sense!)
I am *not* a whiz at zippers. They are *so finicky!* I am currently in the process of trying to figure out how to get out of putting the indicated side zipper into a fitted blouse. It's necessary, but is it really, tho??? Put the letters in the right order, come on now. 😓
Puppyness!!!
Farley will never forgive you. He needs most luffles! 😄
The sewing was awesome! The puppy was 1000% the most adorable thing tho! I can NOT with those ears!!!
I KNOWWW!! I want to keep him! He's sooo sweet!
Feline supervision is important! Love your parents' cat.
That black floral dress is so pretty!
RIP that zipper!
Thank you! He was very strict with me! A real clock watcher 🤣
Turned out really cute. Keep inspiring.
That's the cutest little outfit I've seen in a while! Love 💘 those doggies too!
Thank you so much! I'm pretty happy with it!
You will get better with zippers the more that you install them. You can always look for zipper videos to help you
Love the outfit
Thanks Shawna!! It’ll come with time, I just want the skill now 😅😅
I did enjoy sewing
Zippers? The trick is baste them in first. It seems like why - extra work? Honestly, you'll never have to unpick a zipper again. And find the type of zipper you prefer and just do those. Me? Lapped zippers every time - love them. It takes a few goes to understand how to put them in (follow instructions in a vintage tutorial) but the result is lovely. And don't be hard on yourself - a year is such a short time. I've been sewing for over 40 years and still make mistakes occasionally. The biggest asset in sewing is patience (if you wonder if you should baste something - the answer is always yes) and a good relationship with your seam ripper 🤣
I'm really going to have to try basting them first!! It seems like extra work - but unpicking them is even more time consuming, so it's worth a shot!! I'll have to look into lapped zippers, thanks for suggesting that!
Oh my god I LOVE this????? You look absolutely smashing in it! And it looks so comfy!!
Thank you! I just want to make a bunch of them now - and I don't normally wear shorts!
Agree with the other comments on here -- try basting in the zipper first. It holds it steady, you can see mistakes or funky bits before they're more permanently stitched and you don't have to wrangle pins out of the way. I'm certainly not excellent at zippers, but once I committed to basting first it has certainly helped and I haven't had to rip out a zipper in a while.
Absolutely adore this romper. I personally can't spot any pattern matching issues either so you did real good there! Keep it up, mate -- your videos are so *chefs kiss* 😄
Aww thank you so much! Videos are definitely a learning process, but they are so much fun!
Next time I do a zipper I will for sure be basting it! Extra step is worth using a seam ripper! Thank you!
OMG puppy ears! How could you even breathe with such cuteness?!?
Also, really love the collar, it adds a lot to the finished piece.
It was so hard to do anything!! He's so adorable and sweet! Thank you so much! I'm so happy it turned out!
I hand baste my zippers, that way I'm not dealing with pins and I can see what needs adjusting before I use the machine. This was a game changer for me!
Also with not separating zippers, I reattach the pull from the bottom.
I'm seeing a lot of people talking about basting! I will definitely have to try this next time! Thank you!
Love this; Stephanie!
Thanks Kelley!!
Love this playsuit!
Thank you!
Very cute
So pretty 😍
I love putting in zippers and inserting sleeves.....I find them easy and satisfying.....on the other hand, I hate button holes.....
I don't mind sleeves either - but you are on your own with zippers! But it's nice to know someone likes them and can do them properly! Buttonholes are a breeze with the attachment, and lining them up on gingham is sooo easy!
omg that little collar facing thingy is so cute!! Im going to have to steal that idea for my next project! :)
Do it! It was so easy and it makes the top! I'm so happy with it, I'll be doing it more from now on!
very nice
The romper looks really cool and you could probably use the skirt separately if you wanted too. The puppy’s super cute!
Thank you! I have a bunch of curtains left over, I’m planning on another blouse or too! But yes, I will definitely be wearing the skirt separately
That’s so cute!
Thank you!!
I think you did a great job. It's challenging to mix patterns & not run into some kinda snag along the way. Yes, you will get better at zippers. There are quite a few methods you can try to find your preference. Don't give up!!
Thank you! Death by zipper! Guess I'll just keep practicing 😅
@@whatssewingon3511 You'll get there 😊
The best thing I know to get crazy ick and smell out of hair... Err fur, is the Head and Shoulders Clinical strength dandruff shampoo. It's the orange shampoo (in a blue bottle here is the US, but I don't know if they change the packaging abroad.).
I may have to take a quick run to the drug store! It’s pretty much gone now, but might be good to have that on hand! Thank you!
Omggg so happy to see this!
My grandmother is a seamstress and told me to really PULL HARD on the zipper &fabric while sewing, it stops it from puckering and makes it easier to sew. Also to sew with the zipper on top so it stays smooth
Good tips! Thank you! Zippers are a skill of their own, any recommendations help - and i'll try them!
I really enjoy your videos and I wish you posted more frequently. I know, this is likely a silly request as garment sewing is very time consuming and there are other commitments.
Awww thank you so much! That means alot, I really appreciate that! I would love to post more, but you're right. With a full-time job, sewing a garment AND filming/editing - it would be so hard!! Maybe one day 😊
A baking soda paste since it's an oil that is sprayed and water makes it stick.
Yes! We did shampoo, then tomato, then baking soda, then another shampoo that night! We got some skunk shampoo and gave him a few baths and a few swims the next day.. it’s better now, too bad he had to put up with it for so long!
I was trying to wrap my head around how you did the zip. If I was attacking this project (which is so on my summer sewing list now btw!) & the zip was too long. I would have kept the top stop and sewn back and forth along the bottom to create a new stop. Just to stop having to trim the top.
Alsooo apparently if you cut a tiny bit of plastic straw, then split it lengthways along one side, slip it over the zip, pinch it together with hair straighteners, and you can re thread the pull without destroying the teeth. (I hope to god that made sense!)
Hydrogen peroxide and baking soda is great for de-skunking pets!
I didnt try the peroxide! Hopefully there won’t be a next time 😅😅
“We”
That's a you problem
I am *not* a whiz at zippers. They are *so finicky!*
I am currently in the process of trying to figure out how to get out of putting the indicated side zipper into a fitted blouse.
It's necessary, but is it really, tho???
Put the letters in the right order, come on now. 😓