Stretched-out seams, skipped stitches and knits that expand like crazy? We all have these issues when sewing knits. But don’t worry, if you follow these tips you will avoid common problems when working with stretchy fabrics. 1. Picking the wrong fabric Not all knit fabrics are created equal. Things like stretch, recovery, fabric weight and […]
Darts are a wonderful way to add shaping to knit garments. And if you have a fuller bust, they might be crucial for a well-fitting top. However, constructing darts on knits usually requires slightly different techniques than darts on woven fabrics when it comes to both marking and sewing. In this simple step-by-step tutorial, I’ll […]
Have you struggled cutting knits? Perhaps finding it hard to cut the pieces evenly, get stripes to match or maybe struggling to align the grainline properly to prevent the garment from looking twisted? Yes, cutting knit fabrics is quite different from wovens. But the good news is that there is a tonne of tricks and […]
Have you tried using clear elastic for your sewing? It’s a lightweight transparent elastic that can be used for any area that needs stabilisation; shoulder seams, pocket openings, necklines, leg openings on swimwear, waistband and plenty more. Non-bulky and discrete + it has fantastic stretch and recovery. So let’s take look at some fabulous uses […]
Attaching the neckband is often the trickiest step when sewing knit tops and t-shirts. So if you have ever ended up with a gaping neckline, annoying draglines or puckering you know what I mean! Indeed, getting the neckband right is crucial for the overall look of a garment. To prevent these problems, always use the […]
Want to achieve perfect matching stripes when sewing knits? Then follow this step-by-step tutorial for how to cut and sew striped knits fabrics. This tutorial is also part of the Gurli Knit Top Sew-Along. Learn more: Gurli Puff Sleeve Knit Top Sewing Pattern. How to cut striped knit fabrics The best single advice is to […]
Have you made a knit garment only to realise that it would be nice to cover the seam allowance on the back neckline? Similar to what you can find on some more up-scale RTW garments. My original tutorial for how to add a decorative band on knit tops is a super easy option if you […]
Have you looked into more high-end RTW knits with collars and have been intrigued by how they manage to hide the entire back neck seam allowance, without using a back facing or a band to cover the back neckline seam? In this step-by-step tutorial, I will show you exactly how it is done so that […]
Sewing gathers on stretchy knits usually requires a different approach compared to the regular “Sew two rows of straight stitches and pull the threads” that you see in many sewing instructions. Because you don´t want rigid gathers with zero stretch when sewing knits. Instead, the gathers should retain a bit of stretch and work with […]
Hemming stretchy knits on a regular sewing machine can be quite tricky. Seams can pop, get twisted, expand and just not look as neat and professional as you might have hoped. But the good news is that a twin-needle can solve a lot of those issues, especially if you use the right techniques and tools. […]
Are you struggling to sew a knit neckband on your t-shirt and tops? Perhaps it’s gaping, won’t lie flat or it pulls the fabric of the neckline and creating those annoying draglines and gathers. I can assure you that you are not alone in this struggle, because sewing neckbands on knit tops is deceptively simple, […]
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 […]
