Sew Knits with Confidence: fixing common issues, hemming and sewing knits WITHOUT serger

Sewing knits can be challenging, BUT it doesn't have to be! In this video I'll share tips and techniques that will help you sew knits easier and get great results every time! You'll be able to use these tips even if you don't have an overlocker - I'll share 4 ways how to sew knits without serger.

This video is created in partnership with Organ Needles - needle industry experts.

Video parts:
00:00 Intro
01:05 Common issue No.1: skipped stitches
02:59 Common issue No.2: stretched seam
04:02 Common issue No.3: garment shrinks
05:12 Common issue No.4: rolling fabric edge
05:56 Sew knits without serger: elastic stitches
07:05 Sew knits without serger: zigzag stitch
07:39 Sew knits without serger: stretch fabric
08:03 Sew knits without serger: use elastic thread
08:31 How to sew elastic hem (without coverlock)
11:00 Useful items: stretch fusible interfacing
11:47 Useful items: clear elastic tape
12:10 Useful items: binding foot

[louisel.sinniger]

You are SO right about needles! You are a treasure trove of information! Thank you so much

[ToniGuerrero]

Oh my gosh! I have driven myself crazy with hems and it's just this easy? SMH! Thank you for this information.

[alicemitchell]

Thank you, I'm just after using one of your tips for curling hem on my dress..wow!using tape has made me so happy, l now can wear my beautiful dress and feel confident.Your brilliant ❤

[daleodberg]

A great idea about preventing the rolling of the fabric

[Tweeza]

Excellent advice thank you Julie. Truly if I knew these tips I would not have purchased an over locker and cover stitch machine.

[jennifermaddock]

When hemming, I press the hem in place using strips of fusible web tape. Then I use my twin needle and it keeps the hem from stretching out.

[raraavis]

Sewing jersey is such a pain. After trying all the (half dozen) stretch stitches on my machine, I still mostly use a very small zigzag, though. Stretch stitches just take *forever*, they're so slow (lol). And the fabric needs a lot of stabilizing, to not stretch out. Which means starching or using interfacing on every single seam.
I did not know about stretch yarn, though! Will check that out.

[manarhelaly]

Thanks
This video has more informations
I need watch it again and again especially i am not well in English 😢😢😢

[melodybrubacher]

When you use Mettler seraflex thread, do you have to wind the bobbin thread by hand?

[_credentia_]

Hi could you suggest the organ needles for sewing knits on a serger? Or is it fine to use the regular DC×1 serger needles?

[heatherg]

Thank you for this very helpful video! 😊 What brand is the light you have for above your sewing machine?

[vidarmonia]

What can I do when there is a bulb between the two lines of the twin needle. I tried everything with the tensions at my machine. It's a pfaff and I cannot change the tension of the bobbin.

[PaulDurfey-ljcf]

Can you use twin needles in any sewing machine

[zehcnas]

Hi Julie, where did you get that lamp?

[paulinemcleggan]

Tip number 1. I used a jersey needle and fabric still got caught in the throat plate

[brecrowned]

Are the needles shown for your industrial machine? I need jersey needles for my industrial and I’ve been having a hard time finding them

[teriadams]

I only have a straight stitch machine...any suggestions?

[ministersofthenewcovenant]

Can you share a link to the elastic thread you recommend plz?