Sewing stretch fabric

Sewing knits and stretchy fabric beautifully is actually very easy, and this can all be done on a sewing machine. No serger required.

Which stitch is best for sewing jersey knits? Here you’ll learn about the types of stitches for stretch knits on a regular sewing machine.

The ultimate guide on how to sew stretch jersey. Essential tips, equipment recommendations, sewing machine settings and more.

I have collected together some essential information to help make sewing stretch fabrics on a basic sewing machine a successful experience!

alissahthreads on Instagram: Did you know you don’t need a serger to create a beautiful wavy lettuce hem?! You just need your sewing machine and a zig zag stitch! I’ll…

Sewing with stretch fabrics can be a challenge. For a beginner it can even be a little scary and a lot of clothes are made of stretch fabrics. In this article, we’ll give you some insight and some tips & tricks to work with these fabrics.

I could use some tips on bust adjustments when I buy patterns. I wear a 36D bra, but in ready-to-wear dresses I’m a size 8 or 10. Should I make necessary adjustments in the bust area and use waist, hip, etc. measurements for my patterns?

Julija Gobere on Instagram: "Sewing T-shirt with just straight stitch?🤔 Yes, that’s possible!🤩💯🙌 And you can even use gorgeous seam finishes, like this beautiful neckline🥰 The ‘secret’ in this technique is using elastic thread (I use @mettler_thread Seraflex) - pair this thread with standard straight stitch and you can sew knit fabrics using classic seam finishes, while maintaining knit fabric stretch👍 #sewingtutorial #howtosew"

So have you ever had trouble getting nice gathers on stretchy fabric? Well here’s my little trick: put a bobbin of elastic thread in your machine instead of your regular thread, and sew two lines of stitches at the longest stitch length. I normally sew them at 3/5″ from the raw edge and just under 5/8″ from the raw edge. The fabric will gather up automatically and evenly! Perfect gathers every time. It even helps prevent those icky wavy seam joins that can happen with knits. Just make sure…

Sewing with stretch fabrics can be a little intimidating, especially if you're used to working with non-stretchy materials like cotton or linen. But with a few tips and tricks, you can successfully sew stretch fabrics and create comfortable, stylish garments that will look great and feel great to wear. Here are some of my favorite tips for sewing with stretch fabrics: Choose the Right Needle One of the most important things to consider when sewing with stretch fabrics is the type of needle…