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.
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?
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
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
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??
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!
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
@@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!
@@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.
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.
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
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
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?
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
Thank you! @Lollipop
Thanks a bunch!💐
Thank you so much! I was just taking notes and noticed this!
Thank you for this!
This is what I hope AI can do
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.
Those seams didn't look right to me. Binding tape is a good idea.
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!
Great tutorial, I would also say check out the foot, plastic foot works better than metal foot if the neoprene is laminated with jersey
Thanks for the detailed explanation for neoprene fabrics , it helps a lot
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.
how would you get access to the material to do that abutted seem down the length of a sleeve?
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?
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Thank god I found this video before my project! My seams would've been so bulky!
Thank you! Great tutorial 👍
Do you have a recommendation for the type of thread?
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
Hi. Could you direct me to the scuba knit sewing tutorial?
thank you
I actually sublimate onto neoprene which is 180 deg C. Wonderful colours!
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
Helpful. Thank you. Would love to see that finished skirt on a model. Curious to see how it would hang (or more likely-stick out).
with this type of neoprene, it kind of flares out.
What if I dont have a walker foot for neoprene? I do have an overcast foot...
Hi.. beautiful video... Thank you so much.. any alternative to neoprene which more breathable but has similar properties like elasticity and texture?
hmmm....not that I can think of. It's a pretty unique fabric
Professor Pincushion thank you so much for the reply :) cheers!
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?
PBT fabric used in long-lasting swimwear is much more breathable and has intermediate elasticity between neoprene and spandex.
@@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??
Is there a good stitch to use for hand sowing neoprene together? (extreme beginner here as I don't have a sowing machine) thanks!
You can probably do a basic running stitch. I would just make my stitches small so it'll be a tighter seam.
When we used to make wetsuits we stuck the joint, the stitched by hand on the back.
This is great direction. Does anyone know if it's possible to join a butt joint with a serger, for a stronger joint?
Nice video can you join two sheets of neoprene so no water gets in ?
check out this vid th-cam.com/video/Tx-DLWRKfNY/w-d-xo.html
Can I use spray glue instead?
qual cola devo usar para unir as partes ,para cola o neoprene?
May I ask where you got your neoprene from? I really like that yellow/grey combination. Thanks you!
I got this from Mood Fabrics
@@ProfessorPincushion I have tried getting neoprene from Moods but they only carry scuba knIt, in Los Angeles. Do you know of any other place??
hi! great video, super helpful, where did you get the neoprene from? i think the colours are great
mood fabrics. you can shop their online site
Use wetsuit rubber glue
What kind of needle needed to sew neoprene? I tried sewing it and its skipping. What
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!
Iron with a teatowl on top
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.
@@maxmason6779 Hello Max, looks like you know this fabric well. Do you know where I can purchase it also?
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.
@C Vasoyan I find it all over eBay in varying thicknesses & colors.
Which machine should I use ?
Hello, please is it possible to use an overlocker to stitch neoprene, have been unable to do a straight stitch with my industrial sewing machine.
not all machines can handle thick material, it really depends on the machine. If I were you, just test it on a scrap and see how it does
@@ProfessorPincushion We do it all day long. But the thicker it gets the harder it is to handle
Is this neoprene sponge?
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
My wetsuit got ripped down the stitching only a tiny bit of neopreone got ripped could it be repaired
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.
Oh amd if the tear is on the seam it possibly can be repaired when they glue the seam back together before it is sewen.
Would using a normal sized sewing machine work for making crockpot carrier out of 1.5mm neoprene?
Do you have any tips on sewing neoprene to another type of fabric? What im working on is a neoprene sweater with rib knit cuffs and collar
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.
What if i wanted to shape neoprene, in a bevel style, with or without creases?
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.
Where can i buy the neoprene fabric? Anyone who knows the info?
I purchased mine from mood fabrics online
Be careful buying online. It can get confusing which style you are getting.
Great question
@@lorinal5544 Hello Lorina I know this reply is late but one person said Seattle Fabric sells it, i'm looking into it now.
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.
Perhaps I missed it. What type of thread do I use, to sew neoprene?
I just used standard all purpose thread
@@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!
can you please please do a tutorial on how to fix a little hole on top of shoe please !
I cannot get my machine to sew through the neoprene, I’m using a walking foot and a heavy duty needle
try with neadle for leather
How do you imprint or 3D emboss letters into neoprene fabric?
I've never tried this so you might want to google this.
Did you ever find out where or how it’s done?
Love you!
Where can i buy neoprene?? Please!!
I bought mine from Mood's fabric. You can visit their online store
we are a neoprene fabric factory ,email:dgyonghexj@163.com
Seattle Fabrics sells it online :)
@@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.
Great info (and I’m very new to sewing) Insta-sub! ❤️😊
Does anyone have a surf suit sewing pattern ....if so can you let me know. Thanks
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?
+barbara I would think for costumes. Such as space costumes or Wizard of Oz
+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?
+barbara i should have said that sealskin can be softened to drape, etc. neoprene cannot.
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.
Hi can you show me how to do a Swimwear top
you can get some tips by watching this th-cam.com/video/P6igpVdRP5g/w-d-xo.html
In german, but illustrated:
www.funfabric.de/nx.php?01_30_86__Aneitung_Schnittmuster_kostenlos_Neoprenbikini-
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
So, let’s say I make a wetsuit with this. Will it hold up in the ocean? For example: diving.
Pleasee next video leather or latex
+Brian Maillane it's an old tutorial but we've done a one on sewing with leather: th-cam.com/video/rFme6jPauJ8/w-d-xo.html
I am making a mermaid tail out of neoprene
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
Reply please
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A Stretch Stitch is Advised
I'm here to make Ultraman
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?
Hello Jessica again, I looked into Yaya Han's Ultraprene fabric and I realized it will not work for a scuba suit.
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