Today, I'll show you how to finish serger tails. For those that use a serger, we are always faced with the same dilemma after each stitch… “what do I do with the chains at the beginning and end!?” Well, that’s what I’m here for!! In this blog I’m going to go over si...
You can also purchase a small needle threader device separately to make it easier to thread the sewing machine needle eye.) How To Do The First Seams With Your New Sewing Machine? Now we got to the part to show you how to sew with a sewing machine. First, the general steps to sew ...
Top left: sew to the flounce center point; Top right: with the needle down in the fabric, lift the presser foot & turn the flounce to sew the other side; Bottom: pin & sew the other side of the flounce. Step 4: Trim the Flounce Seam Trim the flounce seam with your serger or with...
Finish the Edges: To prevent fraying, you can use a serger or a zig-zag stitch. However, I chose a flat felled seam for a cleaner look, especially since my curtain would be visible through a clear liner. This method involves trimming one edge down, folding the other edge over it, and...
We also used a serger to finish the outer layer with a rolled hem. This means no folded hems and no basting. It took Emily about an hour to make. She sewed three seams, serged two seams, did one rolled hem, sewed the ends of the elastic together, ...
These are threads that are used for natural fabric like cotton. Most of the cotton thread has a lustrous and smooth finish which makes it ideal for sewing. They can take a lot of heat especially while pressing seams. The only disadvantage of this thread is that it tends to snap more easi...
Ensure you finish your edges after sewing to prevent fraying with a zig-zag stitch, serger or pinking shears. Topstitch the seam allowance to the left side if you wish to do so. I decided to topstitch mine but this step is optional. Step Two: Faux Fly Construction I went ahead and ...
Turn the piece right-side out and iron along the seams. Step 5: Join Valance and Backdrop Line up the top edges on the valance and the top edge of the background fabric. With a 1/2” seam allowance, sew the two pieces together. Finish the raw edges with a zigzag, serger or ...
You can also consider making an outfit rockstar—something you’ll wear in a lot of outfits. When you consider a pattern, bring it into your closet and see how many of your clothes it will pair with. If it’s something you’ll wear all the time, you’ll feel motivated to finish it...
This stitch is nearly straight, but so far I have not heard of any seams I’ve sewn with it coming apart. Press this seam, and finish it by binding the edges together with an overcasting stitch. Do not tug on the fabric. Help it move under the presser foot — you could push it ...