Great technique Gail !! I'll be giving that one a try. When I bought my serger I had no clue it could do so much. Thank you for all of your serger tip clips.
Hi Faviola, The elastic has to travel to the right of the needle as it's stitched and needs the extra couple of millimeters of room that the left needle position provides. The needle thread is in the right needle tension route because that's the one that is used for a rolled hem stitch. It's important especially on computerized machines that set tensions. Let me know if that's clear or if you have more questions and thanks for watching Serger Tip Clips!
@@GailPatriceDesign Yes, that makes sense. My serger isn’t computerized but it does have an extra setting for tight tension for a rolled hem without additional adjusting to the tension. Now that I know your theory I’ll play with it, thanks again for your prompt reply!
Lani Belch hi Lani, yes thread does make a difference.the lighter weight it is, the shorter your stitch length should be and rayon thread isn’t as durable as polyester. If using decorative thread, it should go in the upper looper. Let me know if you have more questions-thanks!
Wow, another great video tip. Thank you for all you do. I have one (stupid) question. Could I use the "round" elastic (talking about the face mask elastic) with the same method (same settings etc.?)
Gabi Stöver Hi Gabi, That’s not a stupid question. It depends on how thick the elastic is. The best way to find out is do a test run with it. Let us all know your results and how thick your elastic is. You may have to fiddle around with the stitch length, etc but definitely try. What have you got to lose? I’ve done lots of techniques that haven’t worked super duper well, but that’s how we learn. Thanks!
Wow Gail that was super cool! I had no idea that my serger could do something like cover elastic! So I did go to your website and did some exploring. I chatted with you a couple of weeks ago when I bought my coverstitch Babylock machine. Please tell me that there is a way to purchase your coverstitch classes on DVD? Your techniques are amazing and I am so happy that I found your TH-cam channel.
kathleen bertoglio Hi Kathleen, my Coverstitch class is not on DVD but I will be formatting a new, updated one soon. Watch for announcements. If you have questions about anything, I’ll be happy to help you. Thanks for watching! Sergers and Coverstitch machines are amazing.
It’s a bit of work but you can replace them with this technique. And because you’re covering the elastic you can match the fabric color. Let me know what you decide and thanks for watching Serger Tip Clips!
@@GailPatriceDesign Hi Gail! With a little work, I located a buttoning-helper device of sorts online. I was just about to order, and I tried to think if I had 'anything' lying around the house that would suffice. Low and behold....a simple, standard paper clip did the trick!! I was able to button my blouse by slipping the paper clip through the elastic button-loop, pull towards the button, and VOILA!! I got lucky, I guess!!
@@allkindsamusicchick I’ve always contended that sewists are superb improvisers. Glad you found a clever solution! Thanks for staying in touch. Happy National Serger Month!
Love this video. It looks so beautiful with different buttons on the jacket. Tks for sharing. 💖
Thanks for watching, Rosalinda!
Great technique Gail !! I'll be giving that one a try. When I bought my serger I had no clue it could do so much. Thank you for all of your serger tip clips.
Caryl Wainscott thanks for watching Serger Tip Clips Caryl!
Wow, I'm impressed by this technique.
Brilliance, Gail! Thank you so much.
Marathon for Truth you’re welcome and thanks for watching Serger Tip Clips!
Your an absolute genius!!! Terrific serger technique!
Carol Gurges high praise indeed! It’s a fun technique and hope you find an opportunity to try it. Thanks for watching, Carol,
Thank you for sharing this tip. I can't wait to give this a try.
uttoga08 you’ll love it! Let me know how you do and thanks for watching .
Thanks Gail I enjoyed this tip.
Hazel Cook thanks for watching Hazel!
Amazing.
Thanks again. Great tip!! You surely give great tips!!
Elsa Loubser Thanks Elsa!
SUPER !!!!!!!!! GAIL.
irmtraut pfabe thanks Irma! Hope all is well with you and your family.
@@GailPatriceDesign Yes thank you Gail all ok
Gail, love the idea. My question is why do you use the left needle but run it through the right needle tension?
Hi Faviola, The elastic has to travel to the right of the needle as it's stitched and needs the extra couple of millimeters of room that the left needle position provides. The needle thread is in the right needle tension route because that's the one that is used for a rolled hem stitch. It's important especially on computerized machines that set tensions. Let me know if that's clear or if you have more questions and thanks for watching Serger Tip Clips!
@@GailPatriceDesign Yes, that makes sense. My serger isn’t computerized but it does have an extra setting for tight tension for a rolled hem without additional adjusting to the tension. Now that I know your theory I’ll play with it, thanks again for your prompt reply!
@@faviolamartinezsewdigitizing Let me know your results and if you need any help, I'm here!
new to serging- very interesting- give me things to imagine about- what kind of thread- does that make a difference?
Lani Belch hi Lani, yes thread does make a difference.the lighter weight it is, the shorter your stitch length should be and rayon thread isn’t as durable as polyester. If using decorative thread, it should go in the upper looper. Let me know if you have more questions-thanks!
Wow, another great video tip. Thank you for all you do. I have one (stupid) question. Could I use the "round" elastic (talking about the face mask elastic) with the same method (same settings etc.?)
Gabi Stöver Hi Gabi, That’s not a stupid question. It depends on how thick the elastic is. The best way to find out is do a test run with it. Let us all know your results and how thick your elastic is. You may have to fiddle around with the stitch length, etc but definitely try. What have you got to lose? I’ve done lots of techniques that haven’t worked super duper well, but that’s how we learn. Thanks!
Wow Gail that was super cool! I had no idea that my serger could do something like cover elastic! So I did go to your website and did some exploring. I chatted with you a couple of weeks ago when I bought my coverstitch Babylock machine. Please tell me that there is a way to purchase your coverstitch classes on DVD? Your techniques are amazing and I am so happy that I found your TH-cam channel.
kathleen bertoglio Hi Kathleen, my Coverstitch class is not on DVD but I will be formatting a new, updated one soon. Watch for announcements. If you have questions about anything, I’ll be happy to help you. Thanks for watching! Sergers and Coverstitch machines are amazing.
Thanks for the serger tip. What width elastic did you use. It looks narrow, maybe 1/4 or 1/8????
Joy Albritton Hi Joy, the elastic is 1/8”-wide. Thanks for watching Serger Tip Clips!
Genius.
Texas Proud thanks for watching!
I bought a shirt off of Amazon that I really like, except that the elastic loops are so small, that I can't manipulate them. I'm bummed. What to do??
It’s a bit of work but you can replace them with this technique. And because you’re covering the elastic you can match the fabric color. Let me know what you decide and thanks for watching Serger Tip Clips!
@@GailPatriceDesign Hi Gail! With a little work, I located a buttoning-helper device of sorts online. I was just about to order, and I tried to think if I had 'anything' lying around the house that would suffice. Low and behold....a simple, standard paper clip did the trick!! I was able to button my blouse by slipping the paper clip through the elastic button-loop, pull towards the button, and VOILA!! I got lucky, I guess!!
@@allkindsamusicchick I’ve always contended that sewists are superb improvisers. Glad you found a clever solution! Thanks for staying in touch. Happy National Serger Month!
How wide is your elastic? Thanks
Mary Coonts Hi Mary, it’s 1/8”-wide.