As a quilter, I use my walking foot a lot, but it is also excellent for using on slippery, napped, fuzzy, velvety, or otherwise difficult fabrics. It just helps the two layers feed evenly through your machine. Well worth the investment.
Good information and well presented. If I had to say which of these tips had the biggest impact on my sewing, it would be the walking foot. I struggled sewing stretch fabrics (they looked terrible and the seaming was always a nightmare!) and consequently avoided them. Once I got the walking foot, it eliminated many problems and now feel confident to sew knits. Quite honestly I found using the walking foot for woven projects very useful too which helped avoid the top layer of fabric from "growing longer" than the bottom layer when stitching up long seams. It has become a very necessary accessory and only wish I had known about it much sooner. thanks for your great tips -- very helpful for sewers of all ages.
I did the opposite and shortened the bodice and kept the peplum length. Much more flattering for me. It is great being able to sew things the way you want them!
Lot of great tips there Whitney. Stretch thread is something I am yet to try - have been tempted. I actually use the triple stitch to topstitch my denim projects instead of using the topstitching thread (because my machine doesn't like it). I'm glad there is a mini Margot for some cute tiny fashions.
Thank you! A few questions: Do you place the double sided hem tape at the bottom of the garment and then turn it up? What stitch and stitch length do you recommend when using the double needles?
You can do that with the tape, sure. As for the double needle, you should consult with your manual to see if there are recommended settings. Every machine is different and settings that work on one machine may not work on another. ~J
It's recommended to hand wind, but I know folks who have used their machines as normal and it was fine, too. 🤷🏽♀️ I guess try both and see how it goes! 😊 ~J
Oh, and when I say all that, it's with elastic thread in mind. If it's something like maxilock stretch (which doesn't really stretch?) then you can totally use your machine without issue. But actual elastic thread can be hit or miss winding on a machine. ~J
I’m using it with my Bernina, I didn’t use the regular bobbin winder, I used the winder but didn’t put the thread through the tension point as it would have caused the thread to stretch out, I used my finger to guide the thread onto the bobbin. This seems to work fine, I’ve used it a couple of times
I love this one on you. Would never have thought to shorten the peplum.
So cute, right? She did a fab job! Thanks for watching! ~J
As a quilter, I use my walking foot a lot, but it is also excellent for using on slippery, napped, fuzzy, velvety, or otherwise difficult fabrics. It just helps the two layers feed evenly through your machine. Well worth the investment.
Agreed! Thanks for watching! ~J
Yes, yes, yes for stay tapes and walking feet!!!❤
Yes! 🥰 Thanks for watching! ~J
Great tips! Thank you Whitney.
Good information and well presented. If I had to say which of these tips had the biggest impact on my sewing, it would be the walking foot. I struggled sewing stretch fabrics (they looked terrible and the seaming was always a nightmare!) and consequently avoided them. Once I got the walking foot, it eliminated many problems and now feel confident to sew knits. Quite honestly I found using the walking foot for woven projects very useful too which helped avoid the top layer of fabric from "growing longer" than the bottom layer when stitching up long seams. It has become a very necessary accessory and only wish I had known about it much sooner. thanks for your great tips -- very helpful for sewers of all ages.
So glad you found it helpful! Thanks for watching!! ~J
I did the opposite and shortened the bodice and kept the peplum length. Much more flattering for me. It is great being able to sew things the way you want them!
Absolutely! So glad you figured out a way that works well for you! ☺️ ~J
Love it Whitney, I always learn something from yout tutorials.
She is amazing! 🥰 ~J
Lot of great tips there Whitney. Stretch thread is something I am yet to try - have been tempted. I actually use the triple stitch to topstitch my denim projects instead of using the topstitching thread (because my machine doesn't like it). I'm glad there is a mini Margot for some cute tiny fashions.
Great idea to use the triple stitch on denim! Thanks for watching! ~J
Thank you, Whitney!
Thanks for watching! 🥰 ~J
Awesome tips. Thank you Whitney!
You're very welcome! 🥰🥰 ~J
Thank you for these tips.
You're very welcome, thanks for watching! ~J
Great tips, Whitney - thanks!!
So glad you found it helpful! ~J
Excellent video.
Thank you! ~J
Great video!!!
Thanks for watching! ☺️ ~J
Thank you! A few questions: Do you place the double sided hem tape at the bottom of the garment and then turn it up? What stitch and stitch length do you recommend when using the double needles?
You can do that with the tape, sure. As for the double needle, you should consult with your manual to see if there are recommended settings. Every machine is different and settings that work on one machine may not work on another. ~J
Thanks!@@LoveNotions
When winding bobbins with stretch thread do you have to change any tension as it winds onto the bobbin?
It's recommended to hand wind, but I know folks who have used their machines as normal and it was fine, too. 🤷🏽♀️ I guess try both and see how it goes! 😊 ~J
Oh, and when I say all that, it's with elastic thread in mind. If it's something like maxilock stretch (which doesn't really stretch?) then you can totally use your machine without issue. But actual elastic thread can be hit or miss winding on a machine. ~J
Do I use the stretch thread in the bobbin as well?
You can! Some folks use it only in the bobbin and some do both. It really depends on the type of elastic thread you're using and your machine. ~J
Anyone using Maraflex with their Bernina? I tried it on my 770 QE plus and it didn’t work. Thoughts?
I’m using it with my Bernina, I didn’t use the regular bobbin winder, I used the winder but didn’t put the thread through the tension point as it would have caused the thread to stretch out, I used my finger to guide the thread onto the bobbin. This seems to work fine, I’ve used it a couple of times
Great tip, Nicola! Elastic thread is usually best to wind by hand (the way you mentioned, that is!) ~J