Here you’ll learn how to hem on a coverstitch machine after the side seams are sewn which is perfect to use if you are hemming a t-shirt, a dress or some other garments that have a pretty big opening. Hemming smaller tubes, such as leg openings and sleeves can be a bit more tricky, as […]
You need to properly secure a coverstitch seam, because, unlike a sewing machine, you cannot backstitch on a coverstitch machine. So if the thread ends are not secured, the seam will unravel quickly. Fortunately, there are several ways to finish and secure a coverstitch seam, and it varies from machine to machine. Here is an […]
Hemming stretchy knits can be a challenge and the narrow leg opening on a pair of leggings makes it even trickier so in this tutorial I will focus on the various ways you can hem your AIla leggings. Hemming with a sewing machine This is the option that most sewists will have to resort to […]
The Brother CV3550 is one of the first top cover stitch machines for the domestic market. Now what is a top cover you might ask? Well, it’s a stitch that looks like this: If you take a closer look at many RTW knit garments, especially activewear, you will see that this stitch is very common […]
Getting a coverstitch machine can be a pretty hefty investment and the thought of then having to buy additional presser feet and accessories can both be pricey and a bit overwhelming. And there are a lot of Janome Coverpro accessories to chose from. I have added to my toolkit incrementally and some investments have been […]
When I bought the Janome Coverpro binder attachment last year for my coverstitch machine, I had high hopes that I would be able to achieve professional looking binding on my knit garments. I even took a class at my dealer’s store to really learn the technique. But I soon realised that only a particular pre-cut […]
In this Janome Coverpro 2000 review, I will dive into all the specifics of this high-end coverstitch machine, such as the seams, the pros and cons, and if this coverstitch machine truly worth the price. This machine is regarded as one of the best household coverstitch machines. When the coverstitch function broke on my Pfaff Coverstyle and […]