Great tips for sweater knit sewing with serger. And, by the way, my sister bought a Vibrant serger a year or so ago and she really likes it. I'm sure the winner of this one will as well. Congratulations.
This video was right on time Anita.. I will add these 3 tips and go back and watch the other 4 tips for sweater knits... Thank you for all you do!!!💕-Cree
A pleasure to watch your video. You speak very clearly and your examples are shown in close up. No awful music drowning out your voice. And very useful tips! Very professional, thanks
Very beautiful garment, by watching your two videos I noticed a few little mistakes I made on my daughter dress that I will correct on the next one. You are an inspiration!
Thanks again for another very useful video on tips to sew w sweater knits! I had no idea I could use clear elastic to stabilize with a serger! I can't wait to try out these tips!
You're a natural teacher. You're very thorough in your explanations and tips. Thank you. I'm pretty good at imagining how a pattern will work when finished. But in your example I would never have believed this unappealing pattern (IMO) would look so polished and classic looking. You choose an excellent colour and fabric weight/texture. And of course you're a very careful sewist.
Thank you for all your tips, I really liked the reminder that you can swap a knit for a woven, but not the other way round, obvious once you think about it, but always good to be reminded! The Duster looks fantastic too :)
Very helpful tips on sewing knits. Thank you. I have just recently started using a serger, so these tips are very timely. Your duster turned out beautifully!
I have a red sweater knit that I have been itching to sew into something. Your videos are giving me the confidence to do it. Thank you so much for making these videos. How do you hem sweater knits?
You're welcome, Lynn. The best method for hemming knits (in my opinion) is by coverstitch machine. The next best option is by twin needle. But make sure you stabilize your hem before sewing. That helps to prevent stretching.
@@AnitabyDesign Thanks again. Would you hem a sweater with a coverstitch?. I also knit, but when I knit a sweater, I either begin it with ribbing or I bind it off in knitting, I don’t hem it. I certainly would coverstitch a t shirt or a dress made with a flatter knit.
Thank you for another clear, concise and enjoyable video! It is inspiring. I would be tempted by the Vibrant, but I have two old (like 80's) Babylock sergers than run beautifully.
Your duster turned out so beautiful! Where do you purchase the clear elastic that you use as a stabilizer? Also...do you ever use a stretch thread when you sew knits? I’m having a hard time getting my serger adjusted for knits. It’s like the thread does not have any give to it. Thanks
Hi there. I purchase the clear elastic at my local JoAnn's Fabric store, but you can also find it on Amazon. Take a look at your sewing machine manual to see if you can find the issue in the troubleshooting area. If not, consider taking it to a repair shop to see if they know what that's happening.
Hi Anita, I love your darling duster.. Just wondering if you had to size down considering the conversion from woven to knit fabric? I recently made a dress from a pattern design for woven fabric( Simplicity 2917) using very stretchy fabric. I sized down 2 sizes and eliminated the back zipper.. I also added a lining using very light weight rayon Jersey. I sewed 99% of the dress including the lining on my Babylock Evolution serger. I absolutely love my Evolution except for one thing. The Evolution doesn't have a seam guide for overlock serging . The seam guide for the Evolution only attaches when the table is attached and the upper looper is in the down position used for chain/cover stitch only. As much as I sew, it sure would be nice to have an adjustable seam guide for overlock serging. Makes me want to run right out and purchase the Babylock Vibrant! Lol! Blessings and Merry Christmas 🎄☃️
Hi Tonya! I chose the size by the finished pattern measurements and the fit I desired. I use this for all patterns I sew, whether I'm substituting fabric types or not. I love my Evolution too. Yes, that seam guide is a winner. Merry Christmas!
Hi Anita, GOD bless you and Merry Christmas. Great tips.... can you give me some suggestions on where to buy fabric online. The fabric stores close to me (Michael's, Hobby Lobby and some others) normally carry quilting fabric not for garments. It is so hard to find fabric. Thank you!!
I would like to know what you used for the stabilizing tape that stretches. Is it permanent or wash away? Is it elastic and the one you used slides under the foot easily. Most elastics appear to have a rubbery etc. and sticks under the foot or is thick.. Like your serging tip..
Hi Anita! I love, love, love, your videos. I have the Babylock Vibrant too! I wonder if you would mind sharing your serger settings for thick fabric? TIA 🙏🙏
Hi Noni! I'm so glad to hear that you like my videos. The settings will be different for fabrics based on the particular fabric. Like I mentioned in the video, I'm able to sew a lot of fabrics using the same setting on my Vibrant serger. The best thing to do is test the fabric that you plan to use to get the proper settings.I hope that helps.
Hi Linda! I included a link to fabric.com. There are also other online fabric store that carry sweater knit. If you type "Sweater Knit Fabric" in the Google search bar, you'll get lots of results.
Although I am not a beginner, I learn from your channel . You are a great teacher Anita, God bless you richly.
Thank you so much! God bless you too!
You're great teacher with a wonderful personality and smile!🌹
Thank you! 😃
Great tips for sweater knit sewing with serger. And, by the way, my sister bought a Vibrant serger a year or so ago and she really likes it. I'm sure the winner of this one will as well. Congratulations.
Congratulations Miss Liz 👏🏽
This video was right on time Anita.. I will add these 3 tips and go back and watch the other 4 tips for sweater knits... Thank you for all you do!!!💕-Cree
Heeeey Cree! I'm so glad you enjoyed the video. 💕
Hi Anita, I love your video tutorials. They are very clear and easy to understand. Thank you
You are so welcome! I'm really glad to hear that you enjoy the videos.
I am so happy you are doing this. You are the best teacher! Thank you for your hard work.
Thank you so much!
CONGRATULATIONS Liz! "SEW HAPPY" for you!!😀😀😀
A pleasure to watch your video. You speak very clearly and your examples are shown in close up. No awful music drowning out your voice. And very useful tips! Very professional, thanks
Thank you very much!
Congratulations Liz 🍾🎉🎊🎈
Great tips. Thank you! Congratulations Liz!!!
Merry Christmas! Thank you for the tips. The more you show the duster the more I love it. Congratulations Liz.
Beautiful duster & excellent sewing tips, thank you! Congrats to the winner of the Vibrant, hope they love it. Have a blessed holiday Anita!
Thank you! You have a blessed holiday too.
I love the duster. I have to make this
Very beautiful garment, by watching your two videos I noticed a few little mistakes I made on my daughter dress that I will correct on the next one. You are an inspiration!
Congratulations Liz 👏👏👏👏
I like this pattern. I’ve taken a NoFear Serger class. I want to try this pattern. Thanks
Thanks Anita!!! Great tips! Wishing you a blessed Christmas! A Saviour was born!
Merry Christmas, Barbara! Yes, Christ is born!
The duster is beautiful, and thanks for the great tips!
You're welcome, Mary!
Your instructions are always explained so well.I will be so happy when you have open space for your sewing classes.Also the duster is beautiful.
Congrats Liz! 🤗💃🏼
Merry Christmas and congratulations Liz 🙂
Thank you for all your wonderful tips. Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good sew! 🪡🎄
You're welcome! Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas Anita. The duster is so cute. The fit was perfect. Beautiful color!🎁🎄
Thank you Doris! Merry Christmas!
Congratulations Liz! What a wonder surprise Christmas present 🎄☃️🎁
Thanks again for another very useful video on tips to sew w sweater knits! I had no idea I could use clear elastic to stabilize with a serger! I can't wait to try out these tips!
You are so welcome! Yes, it works very well.
Merry Christmas to you! And thank you for all your sewing advice!
Congratulations dear Liz, and merry Christmas to everyone here! Anita, thank you for these valuable tips.
Greetings from Berlin/ Germany 🎄🎅🥂
Thank you so much! Merry Christmas!
Your duster is gorgeous, you are definitely a master sewist
Happy Holidays!!!!!!!!!!
Your wardrobe is great
Thank you so much
I enjoy all of your videos. You speak so clearly, and show everything so it is easily understood
Thank you so much.
Congratulations Liz
Wonderful look, Anita. Congratulations, Liz. Merry Christmas to all!!!
Merry Christmas
That duster looks fabulous on you. Your videos are so easy to understand- thank you and Happy New Year
You’re welcome, Tina
Congrats to Liz and thanks to Baby Lock and especially to you Anita.
Oh, thank you so much, JD! I really appreciate your comment.
You're a natural teacher. You're very thorough in your explanations and tips. Thank you. I'm pretty good at imagining how a pattern will work when finished. But in your example I would never have believed this unappealing pattern (IMO) would look so polished and classic looking. You choose an excellent colour and fabric weight/texture. And of course you're a very careful sewist.
Thank you so much!
Congratulations Liz🎉 Happy Holidays
Happy Holidays!
I am cutting a light soft muted sand camo knit tomorrow! This is so helpful. Thank you.
Okay Ms. Anita ❤
Thank you for all your tips, I really liked the reminder that you can swap a knit for a woven, but not the other way round, obvious once you think about it, but always good to be reminded! The Duster looks fantastic too :)
Thank you, Jessica! Yes, it's a good reminder.
Very helpful tips on sewing knits. Thank you. I have just recently started using a serger, so these tips are very timely. Your duster turned out beautifully!
Thank you so much
Great fit and style
Thank you!
Great job on that duster. I liked the tip on the puddling bit! Makes perfect sense to my old brain:) Thank you!
You're very welcome
Miss Anita thank you. Maybe a sew-a-long in the future for this pattern will be coming!!!
Beautiful duster.
I have a red sweater knit that I have been itching to sew into something. Your videos are giving me the confidence to do it. Thank you so much for making these videos. How do you hem sweater knits?
You're welcome, Lynn. The best method for hemming knits (in my opinion) is by coverstitch machine. The next best option is by twin needle. But make sure you stabilize your hem before sewing. That helps to prevent stretching.
@@AnitabyDesign Thanks again. Would you hem a sweater with a coverstitch?. I also knit, but when I knit a sweater, I either begin it with ribbing or I bind it off in knitting, I don’t hem it. I certainly would coverstitch a t shirt or a dress made with a flatter knit.
Such good info, thank you!
Thank you for another clear, concise and enjoyable video! It is inspiring. I would be tempted by the Vibrant, but I have two old (like 80's) Babylock sergers than run beautifully.
You are so welcome! Yes, the Baby Locks are good, quality machines.
Anita. Thank you so much..you look lovely. You are such a beautiful and classy lady..
Thank you so much.
I have a new vibrant and purchased all the feet. I would like to serge with you. Thank you Anita and have a joyful and peaceful Christmas 🎄
Yaaayyy! Here's to a surging good time. Merry Christmas!
Congratulations Liz!
Hello 👋🏾 merry Christmas 🎁🎄
Great help here! Thanks so much. Happy New Year Anita!
Glad it was helpful! You're very welcome.
Your duster turned out so beautiful! Where do you purchase the clear elastic that you use as a stabilizer? Also...do you ever use a stretch thread when you sew knits? I’m having a hard time getting my serger adjusted for knits. It’s like the thread does not have any give to it. Thanks
Hi there. I purchase the clear elastic at my local JoAnn's Fabric store, but you can also find it on Amazon. Take a look at your sewing machine manual to see if you can find the issue in the troubleshooting area. If not, consider taking it to a repair shop to see if they know what that's happening.
Hi I really like your videos. I'm new to sewing and determined to learn.
I'm so happy to hear that you like my videos, and I'm happy to have you here.
Love your tips. Thank you.💗💕
Hi Anita, I love your darling duster..
Just wondering if you had to size down considering the conversion from woven to knit fabric? I recently made a dress from a pattern design for woven fabric( Simplicity 2917) using very stretchy fabric. I sized down 2 sizes and eliminated the back zipper.. I also added a lining using very light weight rayon Jersey. I sewed 99% of the dress including the lining on my Babylock Evolution serger.
I absolutely love my Evolution except for one thing. The Evolution doesn't have a seam guide for overlock serging . The seam guide for the Evolution only attaches when the table is attached and the upper looper is in the down position used for chain/cover stitch only. As much as I sew, it sure would be nice to have an adjustable seam guide for overlock serging. Makes me want to run right out and purchase the Babylock Vibrant! Lol!
Blessings and Merry Christmas 🎄☃️
Hi Tonya! I chose the size by the finished pattern measurements and the fit I desired. I use this for all patterns I sew, whether I'm substituting fabric types or not.
I love my Evolution too. Yes, that seam guide is a winner. Merry Christmas!
@@AnitabyDesign Thanks so much. ❤
You look beautiful in the duster....so cute! and, I think I have that pattern! Happy holidays and Happy 2022!
Thank you so much!
Hi Anita, GOD bless you and Merry Christmas. Great tips.... can you give me some suggestions on where to buy fabric online. The fabric stores close to me (Michael's, Hobby Lobby and some others) normally carry quilting fabric not for garments. It is so hard to find fabric. Thank you!!
Hi Mia! Some great options are Fabric.com, Mood Fabrics, Melanated Fabrics. There are so many. Just Google online fabric stores.
Beautiful and Great job!
Thank you! 😊
I would like to know what you used for the stabilizing tape that stretches. Is it permanent or wash away? Is it elastic and the one you used slides under the foot easily. Most elastics appear to have a rubbery etc. and sticks under the foot or is thick.. Like your serging tip..
I used clear elastic to stabilize the fabric. It's permanent and slides under my presser foot easily.
Very interesting, thank you.
Beautiful
Beautiful well down what the Clair tape.
Hi Anita! I love, love, love, your videos. I have the Babylock Vibrant too! I wonder if you would mind sharing your serger settings for thick fabric? TIA 🙏🙏
Hi Noni! I'm so glad to hear that you like my videos. The settings will be different for fabrics based on the particular fabric. Like I mentioned in the video, I'm able to sew a lot of fabrics using the same setting on my Vibrant serger. The best thing to do is test the fabric that you plan to use to get the proper settings.I hope that helps.
Thank you
For years, I have been looking to buy sweater knit fabric and unable to find it in any place. Welcome any sugestiones. Thank you.
Hi Linda! I included a link to fabric.com. There are also other online fabric store that carry sweater knit. If you type "Sweater Knit Fabric" in the Google search bar, you'll get lots of results.
Awesome 🌸
Inspiring!
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Congrats Liz!!!
Congratulations Liz