Hi Katie! I am looking for some tips on reducing elastic bulk. I can’t seem to figure out the best way to reduce bulk in areas where I am adding straps. Any tips you can provide would be extremely helpful!
Thank you for all of your awesome videos! I am wondering how to know what length and width of stitch to use. Currently I am using a regular sewing machine, if that makes a difference for this answer.
How would you fix seams that roll out from the inside of the swimsuit? My lining is forever rolling out from the inside of the swimsuit especially around the leg holes on bikini bottoms.
What can I use to sew the elastic part if I don’t have cover stitch machine? I do have normal sewing machine and serger. Is there any explanation or vdo of how to do if we don’t have cover stitch machine?
Hey unfortunately I’m still getting curling and rippling 6mm bikini straps. I’ve also changed needles and tension. The problem only appears when the the straps are turned with a loop turner. Before they seem to lie flat and neat. Why is this happening? Can I solve it?
I'm also having a crappy time making bathing suit strings!!!! I have my own brand and sew everything myself, so I am trying to find a practical way to just make a bunch at the same time 😭
When you are sewing bathing suit bottoms, and are about to sew the gusset section, do you sew through the elastic as well? Like, are you sewing through 4 layers of fabric, and 2 layers of elastic? Or is the elastic shorter than the fabric, preventing it from being sewn wh en you sew through 4 layers?
Two layers of elastic! Always sew your elastic all the way to the edge of the seam. Even though there's two layers of elastic, when it's unfolded it still lays flat if you give it a good trim!
Thank you so much for this video, Katie! I am using just a sewing machine and am having trouble with the stitches skipping while attempting to attach the elastic. I've tried different tensions and thread width, any other suggestions? Thank you again!
Does it happen with other fabrics too, or just knits/swim? If it's happening with other fabrics then you might want to get your machine checked out- it's possible it's a malfunction or mechanical issue with the machine. Otherwise you might want to try a walking foot and seeing if that helps!
Have you tried pulling your top thread out 6 or more inches before you start sewing? If you have, then you might try messing with your needle tension to see if you can find a sweet spot where that doesn't happen!
What about borrowing a sewing machine? Our public library lets people check them out! Or, sometimes shops let you rent time on a sewing machine (but maybe not during covid)...
I personally think you should at least have a regular machine to start with. Then if you can, definitely get a serger as well, it's so much easier and faster (and better quality). However, if you only have a serger and don't have a regular machine you won't be able to make some styles. For instance, you wouldn't be able to make a basic triangle top because it requires a straight stitch, which can't be done on a serger. So if I had to choose one I'd say a regular machine, but ideally both!
This was extremely helpful. Thank you.
I just purchased an elastic pressure foot!!! Game changer 😎
I love the vids they’ve been so helpful! However does anyone have any tips for overlocking elastic round curves I.e. arm and neck holes etc?
Hi Katie! I am looking for some tips on reducing elastic bulk. I can’t seem to figure out the best way to reduce bulk in areas where I am adding straps. Any tips you can provide would be extremely helpful!
Thank you for all of your awesome videos! I am wondering how to know what length and width of stitch to use. Currently I am using a regular sewing machine, if that makes a difference for this answer.
How would you fix seams that roll out from the inside of the swimsuit?
My lining is forever rolling out from the inside of the swimsuit especially around the leg holes on bikini bottoms.
What can I use to sew the elastic part if I don’t have cover stitch machine? I do have normal sewing machine and serger. Is there any explanation or vdo of how to do if we don’t have cover stitch machine?
Hai.what good machine for gathring elastic.
Thanks for your video l have a broblem when attach rubber elastic at center back circle in swimwear can u help
Hey unfortunately I’m still getting curling and rippling 6mm bikini straps. I’ve also changed needles and tension. The problem only appears when the the straps are turned with a loop turner. Before they seem to lie flat and neat. Why is this happening? Can I solve it?
Is it better to serge elastic with 3 threads or 4 threads
I got a 2nd hand swim suit and the elastic part of the bra part is badly stretched. How fix that ?
You'll have to fully remove it and sew in some new elastic!
What I normally do, I measure the area for elastic application, minus 2".
I'm also having a crappy time making bathing suit strings!!!! I have my own brand and sew everything myself, so I am trying to find a practical way to just make a bunch at the same time 😭
Search for "continuous bias tape" on CZcams and there's some tutorials on how to make continuous cuts!
When you are sewing bathing suit bottoms, and are about to sew the gusset section, do you sew through the elastic as well? Like, are you sewing through 4 layers of fabric, and 2 layers of elastic? Or is the elastic shorter than the fabric, preventing it from being sewn wh en you sew through 4 layers?
Two layers of elastic! Always sew your elastic all the way to the edge of the seam. Even though there's two layers of elastic, when it's unfolded it still lays flat if you give it a good trim!
Thank you so much for this video, Katie! I am using just a sewing machine and am having trouble with the stitches skipping while attempting to attach the elastic. I've tried different tensions and thread width, any other suggestions? Thank you again!
Does it happen with other fabrics too, or just knits/swim? If it's happening with other fabrics then you might want to get your machine checked out- it's possible it's a malfunction or mechanical issue with the machine.
Otherwise you might want to try a walking foot and seeing if that helps!
@@EdgewaterAve It just started happening, and it seems to be happening with all fabrics. I think it's time for a professional! Thank you so much :)
Why does my top thread keep coming out of the needle ? When I try to see elastic onto swimwear is the only time this happens
Have you tried pulling your top thread out 6 or more inches before you start sewing? If you have, then you might try messing with your needle tension to see if you can find a sweet spot where that doesn't happen!
How can I sew a swimsuit or bikini with elastic but without sewing machine. Do you have any technique to do that? Thanks very much
If you want to you can hand sew, but it will take a long time and it won't be as secure!
What about borrowing a sewing machine? Our public library lets people check them out! Or, sometimes shops let you rent time on a sewing machine (but maybe not during covid)...
Is it better to have a serger or a regular sewing machine when making Swimsuits?
100% a serger
@@bieberblast255 is there a specific one you’d recommend?
@@shayjvr1921 The Brother 1034DX, its the cheapest option but still does everything the expensive ones do!
I personally think you should at least have a regular machine to start with. Then if you can, definitely get a serger as well, it's so much easier and faster (and better quality). However, if you only have a serger and don't have a regular machine you won't be able to make some styles. For instance, you wouldn't be able to make a basic triangle top because it requires a straight stitch, which can't be done on a serger. So if I had to choose one I'd say a regular machine, but ideally both!
@@bieberblast255 same I love that machine such a good price and does an amazing job