Common Questions Answered: 1. The fabric is actually white on the back side. I did not add interfacing or anything. 2. The seam guide comes with the machine. It is not available for separate purchase. Check out my new ONLINE SWEING COURSE for BEGINNERS 👉🏽 learntosew.anitabydesign.com/courses/learn-to-sew
Anita, you have the most soothing and clear voice when you are instructing. I wish all American ladies had that quality. I normally have to turn off the sound and use subtitles when the lady's voice is harsh and whiny!!! Thanks for your clear precise instructions, it is very much appreciated. Sue from England.
@AnitabyDesign and the annoying music sine use. and saying everything they didn't do or how to do something else rather then just getting to it like she does.
What I appreciated so much about this video was that you used a fabric with a very contrasting color between the Right Side and the Wrong side. I’m a beginner and have recently taken three 3 sewing classes at my local community college’s continuing education department for a 4 class certification, each a semester long, and none of the teachers would use such a fabric that made it very clear what the Right Side, the Wrong Side, the Back, and the Front were as they were demonstrating their sewing when teaching how to make a knit t-shirt, dress shirt, and a pair of dress trousers. I’m dumbfounded that they didn’t, ‘cause that simple consideration would have made the classes so much easier. Thank you!
I own a Juki MO 1000. This tutorial is a game changer. Thank you for a great tutorial, no annoying music, no unnecessary graphics, just your lovely voice and concise instructions.
I LOVE your style of teaching. You talk your viewers through EVERY step of the way. No wasted time with dumb music fill ins and fast forwarding the video. Even when you are actually serging on the machine, you talk your viewers through it all. Thank you Anita, for being SO CONSIDERATE and THOUGHTFUL with teaching everyone as if we were your family member! You really maximize your teachings. I love you so much for this! Wished that I can hug you! You were gifted to teach....I feel that this was your calling in life. We are such beneficiaries of your gift. Thank you so much for your time to always teach us.
Oh, how you have blessed my heart with this message. I'm so glad to hear that you enjoy my teaching style. Thank you for your appreciation. I embrace every word.
I just subscribed to you. Your instructions are so concise and clear. Your audio is well balanced, and I like that you don't have annoying music playing. Thank you for quality tutorials!
This is by far one of THE BEST TUTORIALS I have ever watched. It is SIMPLE, CLEAR, COMPLETE with great explanations for "WHY?", which is so helpful to those of us who need to know, in order to clearly understand. The length of the video is perfect and doesn't contain lots of EXTRA talk, information that can sometimes confuse a newbie to the serger. I will watch EVERY sewing tutorial you make, now! Thank you for explaining the process so clearly with great imagery to show how things work and should look. FANTASTIC TUTORIAL!! Thank you so very much!
Hi Anita, good seeing you again. Watch all your tutorials from before. You make it so easy for us. I’m embarrassed to say that I have brand new serger and have not used it. It sits next to my sewing machine at the end of the table. Now that I’ve seen you and your serger, I am going to start to use it. But first I have to see your tutorial on how to. Thank you again and it’s good to see you. Have many great days.
I found this video when I was looking for a way to resize some of my t-shirts that I loved but couldn’t wear because they were too big. I bought the pattern you used, cut the t-shirts apart & made them all totally on my serger! I’ve never had a t-shirt fit me so well. THANK YOU!!! You’re a great teacher!
You are such an excellent teacher and communicator. I love your enthusiastic smile and attitude. I'm self taught and somewhat experienced at age 64. I love seeing your ways which are a lot like me, but I'm still picking up new tips. You are clean and sharp and take the time to do all the steps which I need to be more like. Now if I'd just stop watching RUclips and get to sewing it would be great.🤔🤣
Thank you for such a fantastic tutorial, it is exactly the help I required. Your style of teaching and calm, gentle voice makes it so easy and enjoyable to engage with you. I often have to exit a tutorial as the instructor yells or speaks too rapidly and I cannot concentrate. Once again, thank you so very much. ❤
I love this Serger Lesson! I think most of us have a fair idea of how to assemble and sew a bodice and sleeves, and neckband. You my dear, are giving me the confidence to learn to do all these things on a Serger because you beautifully and clearly show us how, to handle the fabric with this beast! ie Stop right before the hump and do a little magic. Stretch elastic just that much before sewing. Making sure that hemlines will be flush with the cutter/guild. A lot of scary stuff. Whew! You certainly took the fear out of handling this Filly! Thank you
Some people say you shouldn't stretch the fabric when you sew the sleeve in , and other people say you should , it's kinda confusing. The sleeve is the only part I have trouble with. But this was one of the clearest explanations i have seen so far , so i'm going to try again.
Ms Anita, I found your tutorial today. I got a surfer for Christmas and I must say thank you so very much!! I knew I wanted to surge my hems for my craft items I plan on selling but with you showing me the complete project done with the surger. Brilliant!! Thank you again!! I am now a devoted follower 😉 Tami
Thank you so much. I have sewing for 50 yrs and I am a firm believer that you never get to old to learn. I learned several thing I did not know. My serger is over 20 yrs old. It won't do what yours does, but thank you for showing me some new things. Today I subscribed to your channel
Anita I want to thank you so much for this demo. I have a new serger I’m not very good at sewing, but I bought a pattern with this type of neckline. I couldn’t understand the pattern directions so I copied what you did. It turned out perfect first time no trial runs!!! I’m a new follower to your channel.
From one instructor (in another field) to another...you are a fantastic teacher. You don't distract with a complete explanation of something like WHY the collar provides structure for the shirt, but you make time to explain that the stretch must be done to give structure. It means you can lead your more advanced students to draw their own conclusions without overwhelming those who are just starting. That's masterful!
I bought my serger for my birthday 2020 and have made pants, tees, tops, skirts, dresses and pajama sets for myself and my nieces and curtains as well. I also develop my own patterns so my day clothes are all one of a kind pieces.
Excellent instructions! Just finished making this T-shirt from the pattern you recommended in a medium weight interlock knit. It fits perfectly and looks professionally made. Sewed all the seams on the serger and used a very narrow zig zag stitch on the hems with my sewing machine. This is my first project on the serger since acquiring it, and the first time making clothing in 30+ years. Now, I'm looking forward to viewing your other sewing videos. Thanks again for the very detailed and precise instructions.
Awesome! Congratulations on sewing your first garment on the serger. That has to be a great feeling, especially when you get a perfect fit. YES! Have fun sewing your next serger project.
Wow! Thanks for that very helpful video. As soon as I have the time to unpack my serger I'm going to make a t-shirt following these instructions. I love your voice, your smile, and your beautiful nails, too!
Anita, I discovered this video a year ago when COVID shut the schools down. As a substitute teacher I suddenly found myself with time on my hands. I had jumped back into sewing dresses for charity (Dress a Girl Around the World) and used my 20 yr old Baby Lock Elite to finish the seams. I decided to start sewing garments for myself and that’s when I found you. I was struggling today with a neckband on a top and remembered that you had this fabulous video. I’ve referenced this several times over the year as I have gone from sewing knits to wovens and back to knits. I just wanted to say thank you again for this video and I do hope you are doing well. ❤️❤️ Greetings from Portland Oregon.
Thank you so much. I got my pattern in mail today. I have a little Baby lock Vibrant serger and absolutely love, love, love it. I have learned so much from you and all the other nice RUclips people that make these wonderful videos. I could never have been this far in so little time on my sewing journey without you all. Thank you again.
You remind me of my very wonderful high school teacher. Grace in itself. She changed my life. You have that same Grace and beauty. I just bought my first serger. This video was extremely helpful.
Thank you. This is the best sewing with a serger tutorial I have seen. The lighting was great, the camera angle was perfect, and it was the perfect speed for a beginner. Thank you!
Anita, you are an AMAZING teacher! I am an experienced sewer but I am new to serging. After watching this one video, I feel like I can make a t-shirt, no problem! Thank you for producing such well-thought out and well-edited videos. I can't wait to watch more!
This I think, is by far the best tutorial I've ever watched. Your instructions are very calm and clear and you make it look so easy. As others have commented, I appreciate that I didn't have to struggle to hear and understand you through a bunch of background music. I have a t-shirt that I started 10 years ago when I bought my serger. I gave up on it but kept it in that "someday I'll finish it" pile. Today I found this tutorial of yours and am kind of excited to try the techniques you taught and actually finish that shirt! Thank you!
Very nice teaching 👍, my dad taught me how to sew when I was around 13 years old. I used to help him during school breaks. I never thought that these skills he thought three decades ago would be useful to me today. I recently bought a Kenmore 385 series from a thrift store and I am so excited to start sewing again.
Anita!!! New subscriber here. Yes, finally someone who can actually provide clear, timely instructions on sewing a tshirt. Love. Love. Love. And, yes I have been making most of my own clothes for a while. Some turn out good... others not so much. Thanks for sharing
You are the best teacher I have ever had. I am sure I write this every time. I just can't tell you how great I think you are. Each piece of information is so detailed. You are wonderful. Thank you thank you
Years ago, I had taken a "Stretch & Sew" class. You use the same marking system as they taught, and the stretching part too. Very good class. Thank you. The serger and knits go together supremely. I just wish sewing was as popular as it use to be so that more fabrics were available locally. To buy anything other than cotton fabrics for quilting, there is only the option of on-line purchases. I miss those fabric stores big time! I hope to find more classes by you , Anita. You have a good understanding and knowledge how to professionally sew garmets. Another lost art/skill.
Hi Nancy. So awesome to hear that the marking system is used by others. Yeah, online purchases seem to be the popular thing to do since resources aren't as readily available as they were years ago. I really like to feel the fabric before purchasing. Thank you for your compliments.
This is one of the most useful videos i have encountered about how to sew a t-shirt with a serger, i wish i'd found that sooner. Thank you so much for this!! I have watched a few of your videos by now and i love them, especially the way you explain everything so thoroughly. Thank you again for your work :-)
You're very welcome! I'm so glad to hear that you enjoyed this video and are appreciating my teaching style. Thank you so much for your feedback. It really blesses my heart.
Save yourself the threading of a needle by using a thin crochet hook ….. insert it under the threads, put the end thread over the hook and pull it through a far as you wish ….ta da …..easy peasy…… you’re welcome😇. Great video …I have Pfaff serger-overlocker coverstitch combined…… uses two to five threads…..makes life so easy !
Thank you for your tip. Glad you enjoy it. I have the Baby Lock Evolution Serger/Coverstitch combo. It's an awesome machine. I also have the new Baby Lock Euphoria Coverstitch. Now sewing life is AMAZING! No more switching back and forth from serger to coverstitch. I would never go back t a combo machine. I hardly ever used my Evolution as a coverstitch. I'm glad you love yours. Not for me. 😂
I just found you on my TV. You are so positive and refreshing. I love to sew myself. It's wonderful to find someone who has a passion and love's their passion and not afraid to show it. I'm just started watching your t-shirt video. I'm not a big serger fan but I do understand how to use one. And there's no substitute for a serger and stretch fabrics!!
Anita, thank you so much for this tutorial. I ran out and got this pattern for my first garment completely sewn on serger! I have a perfect neckband and one gorgeous sleeve! Whew! Will be able to finish it up in no time. It is really fast and I can see myself sewing more after a full day teaching on my serger rather than my sewing machine. You are the best!
HI Anita, I love your video because you're teaching me how to use my serger in different ways. Thank you for the time you take to teach me how to sew and serge. You are a wonderful woman.
I just love you, I've watched all your videos a dozen times because I just love to have you talking to me while I'm in my sewing room. I wish we were friends. :)
Your video helped out tremendously. Your tip to sew at an angle at the start and how to handle bulky seams solved real life problems I was dealing with.
I know this is an older video but I couldn't help but comment. I just ordered a serger and am watching all these tutorial videos on how to get it going. This video is amazing, clear, calm, precise, seriously I feel like out of the box I could follow your directions and come out with amazing results. Cant wait to watch your other videos! Thank you for this.
I always wonder with these creatives... Did she learn from her grandma or aunts or mom as a little girl? Were there epic sewing sessions? Someone lovingly instilled this knowledge into their precious child and now she's sharing it with us...there's a real beauty in that... I appreciate the people and the circumstances that create these awesome folks ❤️
I absolutely LOVE your comment. This really made my heart smile. I actually learned how to sew in my mid-twenties. I was introduced to the sewing machine in 8th grade home economics class, but didn't take serious interest in the craft until later. I love sewing with all my heart now and sharing with others brings so much happiness to my heart. Thank you, again, for such beautiful words.
where you ease the extra fabric in I call that divide and conquer....That's what I teach my quilting students. I can't wait to try and make a t-shirt....haven't made a garment in several years. Thank you.
I really enjoy your videos. I was given an old serger and I think I will try making some clothes. I really like in your best of 2019 video the two piece knit by simplicity S8982. Currently I am sewing small projects and quilts. I’m kinda drawn to everything so I don’t have laser focus. Sewing projects are all over my house. I have a sewing room where I am compiling a bunch of half finished purse projects, pillows and quilts. I’m hand sewing a paper pieced quilt, and I am doing piece for a young woman in town and it’s bringing in some sewing income. I’m ready to make the leap into serging to finish off pillows and perhaps add crocheted lace to some projects. I was liked over a 1000 time a pillow I quilted and embroidered. And I am hoping to launch a internet business selling homemade machine embroidered and sewn pieces. Phew wish me luck. Thank you for your clear instructions. You are also so sweet and I love your style.
Hi Julia! You sound like one very talented person. Congratulations on all that you've accomplished. I wish you so much success and happiness in your new sewing embroidery business.
I love your teaching style Anita and you make the prettiest clothes. Thank you so much for getting beginner sewers like me excited to get back into sewing.
YOU ARE AMAZING! You are the ONLY person who I've ever known to show in such detail the intricacies of garment construction. THANK YOU so much, Anita!!!
New subscriber! Your enthusiasm for your craft is making me step out of my comfort zone…..I’m going to try and make a shirt……I’m a visual learner and you are making it easier for me to try to make things I Would never have before!Anjta you are a blessing! Thank you
Oh, Nancy, you just made my heart smile. I'm so happy to hear that you are being inspired to step out of your comfort zone. Let's Gooo!!! 🤗💕🤗 I'm so happy to have you here, Nancy!!!
Thanks for creating this tutorial Anita. I just finished my first garment on a serger by following along to it. The comment about how the neckband needs to be stretched to the neckline saved me, as I was about to sew on a too big neckband, which, like you remarked, would have produced a really bad result. I made a few mistakes along the way, but all in all, the top turned out nice after I fixed the mistakes.
How lucky am I to have discovered your channel! I have been so intimidated by my Ovation that I've avoided eye contact with it. Can't wait to begin this new journey of learning and creating with your help. Thanks so much for sharing your experience and excellent teaching skills!
Oh my goodness! I laughed so loud when you said you have avoided eye contact with your Ovation. Hahahahaaa!!! That is so funny! I'm so glad you found this video series so you will become friends with your new serger. Have fun getting to know your machine.
Thank-you so much for this! I sew costumes for children's theatre, and was recently donated a serger, so this was very helpful to see the kinds of seams I can use a serger for.
Anita, you have some of the best tutorials I’ve ever watched. I’m a beginner sewer & you’re so clear & easy to follow. Keep up the great work! From a subscriber Down Under!
This was such an informative and engaging tutorial. You are absolutely the best sewing instructor! I really appreciate the fact that your tutorials are detailed and don't skip steps or important materials. Thank you for sharing your gifts.
Loving your videos teaching us how to use and sew on the serger. I was intrigued how to sew the hem as I usually go back and do it on my sewing machine. You hav a lovely calm voice with clear instructions you give your viewers lots of confidence. Going to look for more of yours. Thank you .
I literally just found you as I'm sitting on the deck with my husband browsing youtube. I have just started sewing again and am really enjoying it, i have a second-hand Brother 1034 serger and just use it for hemming.. i ordered 2 t shirts from H&M today, but seeing this made me think perhaps i can make my own shirts. You have a great personality and delivery, so i subscribed to your channel today😊
Your voice is so soothing and encouraging. I found myself thinking, oh this is so fiddly and there's so much to know, I don't think I could do this. But your calm encouragement really boosted my confidence! Definitely made a new subscriber from me!
This was a wonderful tutorial and you are a wonderful teacher. Sorry I missed your drawing for a Vibrance Serger, but the knowledge I received was just as wonderful. I consider myself a “winner.”
Anita, you are one of the best sewing instructors I’ve ever watched! I am an experienced seamstress but I love watching you and picking up new and different techniques that I can use. I bought a Babylock Soprano a year ago and am in love with that machine. I also have my Mom’s Singer Featherweight that she bought in 1937 that I learned to sew on! Do you or have you ever done a video that shows what your sewing area looks like? I am in the process at 70 years of age of changing my sewing room around right down to painting.
Thank you so much Marilyn! OMGosh, you have a treasure in the 1937 Singer. No, I don't have a video of my sewing studio because I haven't decorated it yet. When we moved to this house over two years ago, we were remodeling the downstairs and never made it upstairs because my husband became ill. Once I get it decorated, I will certainly share. I love my Soprano too. I'm planning to resume the tutorials for that machine soon too.
I learned several years ago that when you have a serged join and you need to fold in half as you are doing with the neckband.snip half way along and half way through the serged stitch, then fold one part one way and the other half the other way, they then lay flatter.
Thank you so much, Anita, for explaining so well how to do the blind hem on the serger. I have a different brand, but I’m going to buy the blind hem foot for it and get to hemming! I’ve been a little put off on sewing lately because I just wasn’t having much luck with hemming, but I’m going to give it a go with my serger now!
You're an excellent instructor, Anita!!!!....sure hope you'll be doing more videos on this serger (I've decided I have to have one after watching your tutorials)!!
Anita, have you ever thought about having a meet & greet sewing get together with the followers in CA? I am really inspired by your willingness to help others with your sewing techniques.
Thank you for this video! I am new to serging and this video was precisely what i needed to see before attempting some nightgowns for my daughters. You are fantastic! So glad i found you and can't wait to check out more on your channel.
Anita, I just discovered you. Thank you for your instruction. I have been sewing all of my life, but I am always wanting to learn new stuff especially from young people. Allow me to compliment you: you are so professional and a very clear and thorough instructor. Looking forward to more vids.
Hi Anita - Thank you so much for this series. I was unable to leave a comment as I may have submitted it prior to writing my comment - is this may invalidate my entry but I hope not. This is what I think is really excellent about this serger - the fact that there is a fabric guide. That has got to help garment sewing and make it useful for more that simply finishing seams.
very, very, very, very, Gooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood, God Bless U, I just found you on this station, I am so glad I do have a serger, now its time for me to get busy.
I would like to thank you for this video. I have been holding off with knits because of the unknown. This video gave me incentive to try. I made a toddler dress.
Oh Sherri, how exciting! Congratulations on finishing your first knit project on the serger. I'm so glad to know that this video was helpful. Have fun getting more comfortable working with knits.
I love your serger philosophy. If I have a choice, I always prefer to sew my garments with my serger. It's much faster and just handles the knit fabric so much better than a walking foot ever could. I am excited to check out the rest of your channel, thank you for the wonderful content!
I came across your chanel quite by chance last week when looking at a quilt video. I have had a serger for about 10 years and only use it for adjusting bed linen. Seeing your video has inspired me to have a go at the Burda T shirt. Your way of teaching is so through. Thank you so very much, and bless you for being so inspiring in these very difficult times. Needless to say I have subscribed to your chanel.
I love how you actually is showed how to handle the fabric on each step of the pattern specially with the hem. But how to ease the sleeve to the size of the armhole it is just perfection. I did learn with your video how to sew an invisible zipper and it was perfect on the first try. I am not exactly a novice but not experienced either. With your videos we all can improve, regardless of our level of knowledge. Thank you so much for taking the time to actually show how to sew.
you are a very good person. you are the best person i have seen on the website... im hoping for financial security for you. ps sergers are very dangerous. they should never be kept around kids. the video needs to be taken down
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Common Questions Answered:
1. The fabric is actually white on the back side. I did not add interfacing or anything.
2. The seam guide comes with the machine. It is not available for separate purchase.
Check out my new ONLINE SWEING COURSE for BEGINNERS 👉🏽 learntosew.anitabydesign.com/courses/learn-to-sew
My baby lock serger sales the guide separate
Exactly what i just did and thought 🙂
@@robinwoodard7898 Mine came on the machine. We are talking about the seam guide?
Subscribed! You're awesome 😀
Anita, you have the most soothing and clear voice when you are instructing. I wish all American ladies had that quality. I normally have to turn off the sound and use subtitles when the lady's voice is harsh and whiny!!! Thanks for your clear precise instructions, it is very much appreciated. Sue from England.
Oh my goodness, Sue! Thank you for the compliment.
Fully agree!
@AnitabyDesign and the annoying music sine use. and saying everything they didn't do or how to do something else rather then just getting to it like she does.
What I appreciated so much about this video was that you used a fabric with a very contrasting color between the Right Side and the Wrong side.
I’m a beginner and have recently taken three 3 sewing classes at my local community college’s continuing education department for a 4 class certification, each a semester long, and none of the teachers would use such a fabric that made it very clear what the Right Side, the Wrong Side, the Back, and the Front were as they were demonstrating their sewing when teaching how to make a knit t-shirt, dress shirt, and a pair of dress trousers.
I’m dumbfounded that they didn’t, ‘cause that simple consideration would have made the classes so much easier.
Thank you!
You are very welcome. 💚💚💚
This is the right way to do an instructional video. Clear, well explained, consistent terminology.
Oh my goodness! Thank you too much, Ethel!!!
This is how ALL RUclips videos should be done! Awesome!
Wow! Thank you so much.
I own a Juki MO 1000. This tutorial is a game changer. Thank you for a great tutorial, no annoying music, no unnecessary graphics, just your lovely voice and concise instructions.
You're welcome! So glad you found this helpful.
I LOVE your style of teaching. You talk your viewers through EVERY step of the way. No wasted time with dumb music fill ins and fast forwarding the video. Even when you are actually serging on the machine, you talk your viewers through it all. Thank you Anita, for being SO CONSIDERATE and THOUGHTFUL with teaching everyone as if we were your family member! You really maximize your teachings. I love you so much for this! Wished that I can hug you! You were gifted to teach....I feel that this was your calling in life. We are such beneficiaries of your gift. Thank you so much for your time to always teach us.
Oh, how you have blessed my heart with this message. I'm so glad to hear that you enjoy my teaching style. Thank you for your appreciation. I embrace every word.
I just subscribed to you. Your instructions are so concise and clear. Your audio is well balanced, and I like that you don't have annoying music playing. Thank you for quality tutorials!
Yes! Music in the background of tutorials makes it hard to hear the instruction.
I agree! The music can be distracting
Agree 100%
@@jessr3777 agree! I have a brain disorder and I cannot listen to music and follow words together. So it cuts out so many videos for me!
Agreed! ❤️
This is by far one of THE BEST TUTORIALS I have ever watched. It is SIMPLE, CLEAR, COMPLETE with great explanations for "WHY?", which is so helpful to those of us who need to know, in order to clearly understand. The length of the video is perfect and doesn't contain lots of EXTRA talk, information that can sometimes confuse a newbie to the serger. I will watch EVERY sewing tutorial you make, now! Thank you for explaining the process so clearly with great imagery to show how things work and should look. FANTASTIC TUTORIAL!! Thank you so very much!
OMGoodness, Kym! Thank you so much for such wonderful feedback. I'm so glad you enjoyed the tutorial.
This is the most stressfree tutorial I have ever watches. So simple, so calm and great tone of voice. Thank you Anita.
OMGoodness, Marilyn! Thank you so much for that very helpful feedback. Wow, stress-free. That's saying a lot.
Anita by Design I actually just bought a Baby lock Protege. I can’t wait to use it
Try Tock Custom.
Hi Anita, good seeing you again. Watch all your tutorials from before. You make it so easy for us. I’m embarrassed to say that I have brand new serger and have not used it. It sits next to my sewing machine at the end of the table. Now that I’ve seen you and your serger, I am going to start to use it. But first I have to see your tutorial on how to. Thank you again and it’s good to see you. Have many great days.
Bethzaida Villanueva Hi Bethzaida. Now is your time. Have fun using your serger.
I found this video when I was looking for a way to resize some of my t-shirts that I loved but couldn’t wear because they were too big. I bought the pattern you used, cut the t-shirts apart & made them all totally on my serger! I’ve never had a t-shirt fit me so well. THANK YOU!!! You’re a great teacher!
Yeeesss!!! Congratulations on your t-shirts. I'm so glad it worked out for you. This makes my heart happy.
That is such a smart idea-thank you for sharing!
Your skill as a trainer/teacher is outstanding! Seriously, I cannot even imagine an improvement to this video. Thank you for an incredible tutorial.
Wow, thank you! That is a really encouraging comment. I appreciate your feedback.
I don't even sew and I enjoyed this video. Fascinating machine, great video.
Thank you very much!
Your making me less scared of my serger. Thank you ever So much. Best tutorial yet. No annoying music. Clear talking. Super!! 😘👍🏼👍🏼
Awesome! I'm so glad you found this to be helpful.
You are such an excellent teacher and communicator. I love your enthusiastic smile and attitude. I'm self taught and somewhat experienced at age 64. I love seeing your ways which are a lot like me, but I'm still picking up new tips. You are clean and sharp and take the time to do all the steps which I need to be more like. Now if I'd just stop watching RUclips and get to sewing it would be great.🤔🤣
I'm so glad you're enjoying the videos.
Thank you for such a fantastic tutorial, it is exactly the help I required. Your style of teaching and calm, gentle voice makes it so easy and enjoyable to engage with you. I often have to exit a tutorial as the instructor yells or speaks too rapidly and I cannot concentrate. Once again, thank you so very much. ❤
Oh, Jess, you are so very welcome. I'm so glad you enjoyed the tutorial and found it helpful.
All I can say is WOW. I wonder if I could ever be as skillful as you are ... so clearly shown... thank you for the video.
You're very welcome. I'm so glad you enjoyed it.
Your teaching is clear, precise, and easy to understand. It's obvious that you're passionate about every cut and stitch. Thank you!
I love this Serger Lesson! I think most of us have a fair idea of how to assemble and sew a bodice and sleeves,
and neckband.
You my dear, are giving me the confidence to learn to do all these things on a Serger because
you beautifully and clearly show us how, to handle the fabric with this beast! ie Stop right before the hump
and do a little magic. Stretch elastic just that much before sewing. Making sure that hemlines will be flush
with the cutter/guild. A lot of scary stuff.
Whew! You certainly took the fear out of handling this Filly!
Thank you
YES! Thank you so much for letting me know this video was helpful. I'm so glad you enjoyed it.
excellent details - I have been sewing for 50 years and just recently bought a serger - whole lot of new stuff to learn and your videos are great
Wow! Thank you so much.
Excited there are so many possibilities to use my serger for more than finishing edges. Fabulous tutorial. Love love love!!!!!
Yes! Have fun exploring more options with your serger.
Some people say you shouldn't stretch the fabric when you sew the sleeve in , and other people say you should , it's kinda confusing. The sleeve is the only part I have trouble with. But this was one of the clearest explanations i have seen so far , so i'm going to try again.
Great! I like to try things for myself too and see what works for me. There are different ways to insert sleeves.
Ms Anita, I found your tutorial today. I got a surfer for Christmas and I must say thank you so very much!! I knew I wanted to surge my hems for my craft items I plan on selling but with you showing me the complete project done with the surger. Brilliant!! Thank you again!! I am now a devoted follower 😉
Tami
Hi Tami! Congratulations on your new serger. I'm so glad this video was helpful. Have fun sewing your projects.
Thank you so much. I have sewing for 50 yrs and I am a firm believer that you never get to old to learn. I learned several thing I did not know. My serger is over 20 yrs old. It won't do what yours does, but thank you for showing me some new things. Today I subscribed to your channel
Hi Betty! Thank you so much. I'm glad you found this tutorial to be helpful. Thank you for being here and subscribing.
Anita I want to thank you so much for this demo. I have a new serger I’m not very good at sewing, but I bought a pattern with this type of neckline. I couldn’t understand the pattern directions so I copied what you did. It turned out perfect first time no trial runs!!! I’m a new follower to your channel.
Oh my goodness! That is so awesome and I'm really glad it worked for you, Jill. Thank you for subscribing.
From one instructor (in another field) to another...you are a fantastic teacher. You don't distract with a complete explanation of something like WHY the collar provides structure for the shirt, but you make time to explain that the stretch must be done to give structure. It means you can lead your more advanced students to draw their own conclusions without overwhelming those who are just starting. That's masterful!
Oh wow! What wonderful feedback. Thank you so much for this compliment.
I bought my serger for my birthday 2020 and have made pants, tees, tops, skirts, dresses and pajama sets for myself and my nieces and curtains as well. I also develop my own patterns so my day clothes are all one of a kind pieces.
That is awesome!
Excellent instructions! Just finished making this T-shirt from the pattern you recommended in a medium weight interlock knit. It fits perfectly and looks professionally made. Sewed all the seams on the serger and used a very narrow zig zag stitch on the hems with my sewing machine. This is my first project on the serger since acquiring it, and the first time making clothing in 30+ years. Now, I'm looking forward to viewing your other sewing videos. Thanks again for the very detailed and precise instructions.
Awesome! Congratulations on sewing your first garment on the serger. That has to be a great feeling, especially when you get a perfect fit. YES! Have fun sewing your next serger project.
Wow! Thanks for that very helpful video. As soon as I have the time to unpack my serger I'm going to make a t-shirt following these instructions. I love your voice, your smile, and your beautiful nails, too!
Awesome! Have fun sewing your t-shirt.
Anita, I discovered this video a year ago when COVID shut the schools down. As a substitute teacher I suddenly found myself with time on my hands. I had jumped back into sewing dresses for charity (Dress a Girl Around the World) and used my 20 yr old Baby Lock Elite to finish the seams. I decided to start sewing garments for myself and that’s when I found you. I was struggling today with a neckband on a top and remembered that you had this fabulous video. I’ve referenced this several times over the year as I have gone from sewing knits to wovens and back to knits. I just wanted to say thank you again for this video and I do hope you are doing well. ❤️❤️ Greetings from Portland Oregon.
That is so awesome, Denise. I'm really glad you found this video to be helpful.
Thank you so much. I got my pattern in mail today. I have a little Baby lock Vibrant serger and absolutely love, love, love it. I have learned so much from you and all the other nice RUclips people that make these wonderful videos. I could never have been this far in so little time on my sewing journey without you all. Thank you again.
I'm so glad you have found so much help on RUclips. I feel the same way when I'm learning something new. RUclips is my go-to place first to learn.
You remind me of my very wonderful high school teacher. Grace in itself. She changed my life. You have that same Grace and beauty. I just bought my first serger. This video was extremely helpful.
Oh my goodness! Thank you so much.
Thank you. This is the best sewing with a serger tutorial I have seen. The lighting was great, the camera angle was perfect, and it was the perfect speed for a beginner. Thank you!
You are so welcome! I'm glad to hear you found it helpful.
Anita, you are an AMAZING teacher! I am an experienced sewer but I am new to serging. After watching this one video, I feel like I can make a t-shirt, no problem! Thank you for producing such well-thought out and well-edited videos. I can't wait to watch more!
Marta St. John-Anders Oh Marta, you are so welcome. Thank you for your feedback.
This I think, is by far the best tutorial I've ever watched. Your instructions are very calm and clear and you make it look so easy. As others have commented, I appreciate that I didn't have to struggle to hear and understand you through a bunch of background music. I have a t-shirt that I started 10 years ago when I bought my serger. I gave up on it but kept it in that "someday I'll finish it" pile. Today I found this tutorial of yours and am kind of excited to try the techniques you taught and actually finish that shirt! Thank you!
Angela, thank you so much for such amazing feedback. I really appreciate it.
Oh wow, Anita you're fantastic! I found my go-to channel to brush up on my sewing skills, thanks so much!
Awesome! Glad to have you join me, Claire. Enjoy the channel.
Very nice teaching 👍, my dad taught me how to sew when I was around 13 years old. I used to help him during school breaks. I never thought that these skills he thought three decades ago would be useful to me today. I recently bought a Kenmore 385 series from a thrift store and I am so excited to start sewing again.
Awesome! I'm so glad your dad taught you this craft. You are blessed. Have fun getting back into sewing.
Anita!!! New subscriber here. Yes, finally someone who can actually provide clear, timely instructions on sewing a tshirt. Love. Love. Love. And, yes I have been making most of my own clothes for a while. Some turn out good... others not so much. Thanks for sharing
Joselina Huber You’re very welcome Joselina. Thank you so much for watching and subscribing.
You are the best teacher I have ever had. I am sure I write this every time. I just can't tell you how great I think you are. Each piece of information is so detailed. You are wonderful. Thank you thank you
Youngman Mary Awww, thanks so much, Mary!
Years ago, I had taken a "Stretch & Sew" class. You use the same marking system as they taught, and the stretching part too. Very good class. Thank you. The serger and knits go together supremely. I just wish sewing was as popular as it use to be so that more fabrics were available locally. To buy anything other than cotton fabrics for quilting, there is only the option of on-line purchases. I miss those fabric stores big time!
I hope to find more classes by you , Anita. You have a good understanding and knowledge how to professionally sew garmets. Another lost art/skill.
Hi Nancy. So awesome to hear that the marking system is used by others. Yeah, online purchases seem to be the popular thing to do since resources aren't as readily available as they were years ago. I really like to feel the fabric before purchasing. Thank you for your compliments.
This is one of the most useful videos i have encountered about how to sew a t-shirt with a serger, i wish i'd found that sooner. Thank you so much for this!! I have watched a few of your videos by now and i love them, especially the way you explain everything so thoroughly. Thank you again for your work :-)
You're very welcome! I'm so glad to hear that you enjoyed this video and are appreciating my teaching style. Thank you so much for your feedback. It really blesses my heart.
That hemming part....THANK YOU! I have NEVER used my serger to do a blind hem. I can't wait to try it. This is a definite game changer for me!!
Sew Much Talent Yaaay, Alethia! Have fun with it. It’s new to me also and I love it.
Save yourself the threading of a needle by using a thin crochet hook ….. insert it under the threads, put the end thread over the hook and pull it through a far as you wish ….ta da …..easy peasy…… you’re welcome😇. Great video …I have Pfaff serger-overlocker coverstitch combined…… uses two to five threads…..makes life so easy !
Thank you for your tip. Glad you enjoy it. I have the Baby Lock Evolution Serger/Coverstitch combo. It's an awesome machine. I also have the new Baby Lock Euphoria Coverstitch. Now sewing life is AMAZING! No more switching back and forth from serger to coverstitch. I would never go back t a combo machine. I hardly ever used my Evolution as a coverstitch. I'm glad you love yours. Not for me. 😂
The part with the collar is EXTREMELY helpful...this is the part I can never get right and I finally got it right this time
I just found you on my TV. You are so positive and refreshing. I love to sew myself. It's wonderful to find someone who has a passion and love's their passion and not afraid to show it. I'm just started watching your t-shirt video. I'm not a big serger fan but I do understand how to use one. And there's no substitute for a serger and stretch fabrics!!
Thank you so much for being here Mr. George.
Anita, thank you so much for this tutorial. I ran out and got this pattern for my first garment completely sewn on serger! I have a perfect neckband and one gorgeous sleeve! Whew! Will be able to finish it up in no time. It is really fast and I can see myself sewing more after a full day teaching on my serger rather than my sewing machine. You are the best!
Sarah R Oh Sarah, that’s fantastic! I’m so happy you were able to complete your first serger garment. This excites me!🤗 Congratulations!!!
HI Anita, I love your video because you're teaching me how to use my serger in different ways. Thank you for the time you take to teach me how to sew and serge. You are a wonderful woman.
Oh, you're so welcome. Thank you for watching.
You’re a great educator ❤ I’m so glad I found you. Thank you!
I just love you, I've watched all your videos a dozen times because I just love to have you talking to me while I'm in my sewing room. I wish we were friends. :)
OMGosh Brandilyn! You just gave me a huge smile. OMGosh! Thank you for that heart warming comment.
Your video helped out tremendously. Your tip to sew at an angle at the start and how to handle bulky seams solved real life problems I was dealing with.
Oh, I'm so happy this was helpful.
What I have learned for those bulky seams is to cut the seam that you have pressed to one side and flip one to go to other side.
I appreciate your reinforcement of the importance of pressing! Love, love, love your videos!!
Thank you so much!
I know this is an older video but I couldn't help but comment. I just ordered a serger and am watching all these tutorial videos on how to get it going. This video is amazing, clear, calm, precise, seriously I feel like out of the box I could follow your directions and come out with amazing results. Cant wait to watch your other videos! Thank you for this.
Oh my goodness! Thank you so much for your kind feedback. I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed the video.
I appreciate guys like you who work hard on interesting videos! Go, guy, go!
Thank you so much.
I always wonder with these creatives... Did she learn from her grandma or aunts or mom as a little girl? Were there epic sewing sessions? Someone lovingly instilled this knowledge into their precious child and now she's sharing it with us...there's a real beauty in that... I appreciate the people and the circumstances that create these awesome folks ❤️
I absolutely LOVE your comment. This really made my heart smile. I actually learned how to sew in my mid-twenties. I was introduced to the sewing machine in 8th grade home economics class, but didn't take serious interest in the craft until later. I love sewing with all my heart now and sharing with others brings so much happiness to my heart. Thank you, again, for such beautiful words.
@@AnitabyDesign You're most welcome and thanks for sharing your magic with us!
where you ease the extra fabric in I call that divide and conquer....That's what I teach my quilting students. I can't wait to try and make a t-shirt....haven't made a garment in several years. Thank you.
Awesome Diane! LOL! I like that title. You're the second instructor to tell me that you teach that method. Have fun making your t-shirt.
I really enjoy your videos. I was given an old serger and I think I will try making some clothes. I really like in your best of 2019 video the two piece knit by simplicity S8982. Currently I am sewing small projects and quilts. I’m kinda drawn to everything so I don’t have laser focus. Sewing projects are all over my house. I have a sewing room where I am compiling a bunch of half finished purse projects, pillows and quilts. I’m hand sewing a paper pieced quilt, and I am doing piece for a young woman in town and it’s bringing in some sewing income. I’m ready to make the leap into serging to finish off pillows and perhaps add crocheted lace to some projects. I was liked over a 1000 time a pillow I quilted and embroidered. And I am hoping to launch a internet business selling homemade machine embroidered and sewn pieces. Phew wish me luck. Thank you for your clear instructions. You are also so sweet and I love your style.
Hi Julia! You sound like one very talented person. Congratulations on all that you've accomplished. I wish you so much success and happiness in your new sewing embroidery business.
I love your teaching style Anita and you make the prettiest clothes. Thank you so much for getting beginner sewers like me excited to get back into sewing.
YOU ARE AMAZING! You are the ONLY person who I've ever known to show in such detail the intricacies of garment construction. THANK YOU so much, Anita!!!
Oh my goodness, Wendy! Thank you so much. I'm really glad to hear that you enjoyed the video.
Great video, and amazing camera angles. Good audio. Thanks for not having music in the background! :D
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I've never used the blind hemmer on my serger. Thanks for this video. You are very thorough.
Glad it was helpful!
New subscriber! Your enthusiasm for your craft is making me step out of my comfort zone…..I’m going to try and make a shirt……I’m a visual learner and you are making it easier for me to try to make things I Would never have before!Anjta you are a blessing! Thank you
Oh, Nancy, you just made my heart smile. I'm so happy to hear that you are being inspired to step out of your comfort zone. Let's Gooo!!! 🤗💕🤗 I'm so happy to have you here, Nancy!!!
Thanks to your video I finally understand how to use my serger that’s been in my craft room for years! Your instructions are the best I’ve seen!
You are so welcome! I'm so glad you found the instructions helpful. Have fun learning to use your serger.
Thanks for creating this tutorial Anita. I just finished my first garment on a serger by following along to it. The comment about how the neckband needs to be stretched to the neckline saved me, as I was about to sew on a too big neckband, which, like you remarked, would have produced a really bad result. I made a few mistakes along the way, but all in all, the top turned out nice after I fixed the mistakes.
Awesome! Congratulations on finishing your first garment on the serger. So glad it worked out for you.
How lucky am I to have discovered your channel! I have been so intimidated by my Ovation that I've avoided eye contact with it. Can't wait to begin this new journey of learning and creating with your help. Thanks so much for sharing your experience and excellent teaching skills!
Oh my goodness! I laughed so loud when you said you have avoided eye contact with your Ovation. Hahahahaaa!!! That is so funny! I'm so glad you found this video series so you will become friends with your new serger. Have fun getting to know your machine.
Wow. The shirt turned out so professional looking, and your teaching style is just perfect! Thanks for this channel!
You're very welcome!
Thank-you so much for this! I sew costumes for children's theatre, and was recently donated a serger, so this was very helpful to see the kinds of seams I can use a serger for.
Anita, you have some of the best tutorials I’ve ever watched. I’m a beginner sewer & you’re so clear & easy to follow. Keep up the great work! From a subscriber Down Under!
Oh, thank you so much for your feedback. I really appreciate it and glad to know that you enjoy the content.
You are a GREAT teacher. Wonderful video, thanks for all your hard work.
This was such an informative and engaging tutorial. You are absolutely the best sewing instructor! I really appreciate the fact that your tutorials are detailed and don't skip steps or important materials. Thank you for sharing your gifts.
The Greenpincushion Thank you so very much for this encouraging comment.❤️
Loving your videos teaching us how to use and sew on the serger. I was intrigued how to sew the hem as I usually go back and do it on my sewing machine. You hav a lovely calm voice with clear instructions you give your viewers lots of confidence. Going to look for more of yours. Thank you .
I literally just found you as I'm sitting on the deck with my husband browsing youtube. I have just started sewing again and am really enjoying it, i have a second-hand Brother 1034 serger and just use it for hemming.. i ordered 2 t shirts from H&M today, but seeing this made me think perhaps i can make my own shirts. You have a great personality and delivery, so i subscribed to your channel today😊
Thank you for subscribing. I'm so glad you enjoyed the video.
Your voice is so soothing and encouraging. I found myself thinking, oh this is so fiddly and there's so much to know, I don't think I could do this. But your calm encouragement really boosted my confidence! Definitely made a new subscriber from me!
Thank you so much. It's worth a try, even if you think it's too much. You may end up loving the process and outcome.
This was a wonderful tutorial and you are a wonderful teacher. Sorry I missed your drawing for a Vibrance Serger, but the knowledge I received was just as wonderful. I consider myself a “winner.”
Mary Biz Oh Mary, thank you so much. ❤️
Your voice is so calming. Thanks for sharing a different way for serger use. I'm new to the serger machine. God Bless
Thank you so much. God bless you too.
It really is a good voice for a teacher, I noticed that too.
Anita, you are one of the best sewing instructors I’ve ever watched! I am an experienced seamstress but I love watching you and picking up new and different techniques that I can use. I bought a Babylock Soprano a year ago and am in love with that machine. I also have my Mom’s Singer Featherweight that she bought in 1937 that I learned to sew on! Do you or have you ever done a video that shows what your sewing area looks like? I am in the process at 70 years of age of changing my sewing room around right down to painting.
Thank you so much Marilyn! OMGosh, you have a treasure in the 1937 Singer. No, I don't have a video of my sewing studio because I haven't decorated it yet. When we moved to this house over two years ago, we were remodeling the downstairs and never made it upstairs because my husband became ill. Once I get it decorated, I will certainly share. I love my Soprano too. I'm planning to resume the tutorials for that machine soon too.
I learned several years ago that when you have a serged join and you need to fold in half as you are doing with the neckband.snip half way along and half way through the serged stitch, then fold one part one way and the other half the other way, they then lay flatter.
Thank you so much, Anita, for explaining so well how to do the blind hem on the serger. I have a different brand, but I’m going to buy the blind hem foot for it and get to hemming! I’ve been a little put off on sewing lately because I just wasn’t having much luck with hemming, but I’m going to give it a go with my serger now!
Cheryl R Yes Cheryl! I wish you so much success.
Thank you so much! I have been sewing for years but I feel like I learned so much from you today!!
Oh, that's just awesome! Thank you Tracie!
I subscribed right away because I figured 91.6 thousand subscribers know something, and I really like your approach to sewing.
Thank you so much!
You're an excellent instructor, Anita!!!!....sure hope you'll be doing more videos on this serger (I've decided I have to have one after watching your tutorials)!!
Yes, I'll definitely be doing lots more videos on the Vibrant.
So happy to hear that !!!
Anita, have you ever thought about having a meet & greet sewing get together with the followers in CA? I am really inspired by your willingness to help others with your sewing techniques.
Thank you for this video! I am new to serging and this video was precisely what i needed to see before attempting some nightgowns for my daughters. You are fantastic! So glad i found you and can't wait to check out more on your channel.
Jill kreutzer Thank you so much Jill.
Anita, I just discovered you. Thank you for your instruction. I have been sewing all of my life, but I am always wanting to learn new stuff especially from young people. Allow me to compliment you: you are so professional and a very clear and thorough instructor. Looking forward to more vids.
Oh my goodness! Thank you so much for your beautiful compliment.
I learn so much from your videos. I just love your teaching style.
Yes I agree I have never seen and understood before but with Anita I can understand each word. I am so thankful I stumbled on her blog.
Thank you so much!
Am I glad I found you Anita. Thank you for such a simple explanation for a beginner serger.
You are so welcome!
I'm new! I'm sooo glad I found you! The makeover sewing room is amazing!
Hi Marcella! Thank you so much.
Hi Anita - Thank you so much for this series. I was unable to leave a comment as I may have submitted it prior to writing my comment - is this may invalidate my entry but I hope not. This is what I think is really excellent about this serger - the fact that there is a fabric guide. That has got to help garment sewing and make it useful for more that simply finishing seams.
mie Hi amie! Your entry should be fine. The fabric guide is a winner for sure.
very, very, very, very, Gooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood, God Bless U, I just found you on this station, I am so glad I do have a serger, now its time for me to get busy.
Yaaayyyy! I'm so glad you found the video to be helpful. Have fun using your serger.
I would like to thank you for this video. I have been holding off with knits because of the unknown. This video gave me incentive to try. I made a toddler dress.
Oh Sherri, how exciting! Congratulations on finishing your first knit project on the serger. I'm so glad to know that this video was helpful. Have fun getting more comfortable working with knits.
love the tip about gathering the sleeve - will definitely be using that.
I love your serger philosophy. If I have a choice, I always prefer to sew my garments with my serger. It's much faster and just handles the knit fabric so much better than a walking foot ever could. I am excited to check out the rest of your channel, thank you for the wonderful content!
You're very welcome. Thank you for stopping by to visit me here.
Thank you Ms. Anita for an amazing series!! I can’t wait to try making this T-shirt on my serger. My family will be sick of T-shirts. lol 😂
I purchased the optional feet but haven’t used the hemmer foot yet. I’m excited. Thank you
Carol Roller Yaaay! Enjoy your new presser foot set.
Pam, what a cool way to attach the sleeve without the gathering! Thanks. Just subscribed .
SHELLIE D SEWS Thank you so much Shellie.
I came across your chanel quite by chance last week when looking at a quilt video. I have had a serger for about 10 years and only use it for adjusting bed linen. Seeing your video has inspired me to have a go at the Burda T shirt. Your way of teaching is so through.
Thank you so very much, and bless you for being so inspiring in these very difficult times. Needless to say I have subscribed to your chanel.
Thank you so much. I'm so glad you enjoyed the video and are inspired to try sewing a t-shirt. Have fun and thanks for subscribing.
Just discovered you and I love the tutorials! Going to check out your others. Thank you!!
You're very welcome. Glad to hear you like them.
I love how you actually is showed how to handle the fabric on each step of the pattern specially with the hem. But how to ease the sleeve to the size of the armhole it is just perfection. I did learn with your video how to sew an invisible zipper and it was perfect on the first try. I am not exactly a novice but not experienced either. With your videos we all can improve, regardless of our level of knowledge. Thank you so much for taking the time to actually show how to sew.
Oh Sonia, thank you so much for this feedback. I really appreciate it. I'm so glad you find my videos to be helpful.
I've never had any interest in sewing but wow.... I think I can learn to do this
Notmatt I’m agreeing with you.🙂
you are a very good person. you are the best person i have seen on the website... im hoping for financial security for you.
ps sergers are very dangerous. they should never be kept around kids. the video needs to be taken down