During the March NSC LIVE, Nicki LaFoille discussed some of the popular types of thread and what you can use for everyday sewing, how to work with stretchy knit fabric, and why to use a twin needle.
NSC LIVE! March 2017
Discussion
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I’m interested to hear what you say.
How do I sew stretchy material? What type of needle, best stitch and size? Do I need to change tension? Every thing me I try the material gets stuck in my machine.
Why do I get an awful mess on the wrong side of a hem when using a double needle, especially on a jersey or stretch? I’ve tried everything I know. HELP!!!!!
Looking forward to watching.
Can’t wait
I am a first time Visitor to this live broadcast. Guess I will listen first, no questions at the moment.
What are the some suggested projects to start if you have a membership & are an advanced beginner?
What is the easiest way to put pockets into a purchased skirt or dress? Should I just go for patch pockets even though I won’t have matching material? Most of these skirts or dresses don’t have enough side seam to use for a pocket!
Any comments about coverstitch machines? (Janome CoverPro or Brother Coverstitch)
I asked one just before you came on – hope you got it
looking forward to class
Excited to go to my first one like this.
Do you like using a 1/4″ seam allowance or a scant 1/4″ seam allowance and why?
Hey Michelle! You accidentally said the same amount for both numbers. If you wouldn’t mind giving me an update on which you meant, I can pass it along. Thanks!
I would like to make a Coco Chenal type suit or dress. Do you have any suggestions for a pattern? Answer for 1/4 inch and SCANT 1/4, I believe the SCANT is just what the name implies, move the needle a couple of stiches. Is that the answer?
I am sewing simple wool skirt and would like to line it. Easiest way to do that?
Any tips for sewing faux fur? Have been sewing for many years but never sewed with fur and am going to try to make a jacket for granddaughter
What type of thread would you use for knits and leather?
For double needle stitching on stretch fabric, make sure the size of the “stretch” needle is appropriate for the stretch fabric!
I am trying to add a piece on my square pieced block. You take a rectangle and cut kitty corner so when you add it the original square is tilted. I don’t know how to attach so it comes out straight edges. Help please.
What is a benefit of sewing with a double needle? Are you able to show us what a double needle stitch looks like? I’d love to see a product that has that stitch used.
I have a question about sewing silk. What material do you use for interfacing — such as neckline?? And any other tips you may have on sewing silk.
Thanks!
What is you favorite brands or weigh of knits fabrics and thread? I will be start kids sewing classes what you suggest what sewing fabric to stay away from with beginners/
I try to steam-shrink fusible interfacing, and follow the directions carefully but still get the “orange-peel” texture showing through the fabric. (Especially on quilt-weight cotton fused before embroidering). Is there a way to avoid that?
Love girl Charlee
Do you use profiled bobbin for all sewing or just embroiderery
To sew with wool u need interfering.
You talked earlier about using different threads, have you ever used anything other than all-purpose thread for making button holes?
Recently purchased elastic thread what could it be used for
Do you have any tips for sewing with hand woven fabric?
I embroider my labels on wide ribbon
I use clothespins!
How do I get email notifications on these? I saw it on Instagram right before
I would like to make a Coco Chenal type suit or dress. Do you have any suggestions for a pattern?
I still use an old treadle. To help keep the rest of the shirt out of the way, I use a toilet paper roll. I cover them with anything and slit the roll lengthwise. Then roll shirt and put it on the roll where the slit is. I love you girls. Y’all even help and answer things I wanted to know and things I didn’t know I wanted to know. Thanks do muvh girls.
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Holding thread and using starter piece of fabric may help alleviate “bird nest” on bottom side of fabric.
Hi girls. I’ve not missed an episode yet and I’m learning a lot. You’re both fun to hang out with as well. Ahaha lots of laughs and inside sewers jokes. Keep up the great work! Sincerely yours Susan.