If you like to stitch knits you're going to get a lot of good information watching this show.
Sarah starts the show with neckline and hem techniques suitable for more stable knits like Scuba and Ponte knit. While I've sewn quite a bit of Ponte, I've yet to find a piece of Scuba knit locally so it's still on my "want to stitch" list. Seeing her beautiful green dress made me want to go on the hunt as I remember her wearing this dress in the studio and it looked positively lovely. I promise to report back when I find Scuba knit yardage in the right color at the right price.
A couple notions to note in this show, the first is a relatively new thread called Eloflex by Coats. I have successfully stitched straight stitches and found the seam to stretch and recover nicely.
Sarah also mentions a marker that I assume is a FrixZion thermo-sensitive gel pen. I’d like to add a few cautionary words that apply to all markers used on fabric. While I use them myself regularly, I like to follow my self-imposed “to test is best” rule. The ink in some markers can be set with heat, and some others come back to life when exposed to detergent. Most wash out and even disappearing markings require rinsing with clear water before laundering. I like to test all markers for removability and for wash ability on a scrap of fabric before using on a project.
Sarah also mentions a marker that I assume is a FrixZion thermo-sensitive gel pen. I’d like to add a few cautionary words that apply to all markers used on fabric. While I use them myself regularly, I like to follow my self-imposed “to test is best” rule. The ink in some markers can be set with heat, and some others come back to life when exposed to detergent. Most wash out and even disappearing markings require rinsing with clear water before laundering. I like to test all markers for removability and for wash ability on a scrap of fabric before using on a project.
In the second segment Londa Rohlfing shares a variety of techniques that result in smooth and professional finishes for knits.
She shows how to stitch standard elastic and clear elastic too, along with a few ideas for balancing bulk while constructing garments. Londa wraps up with guidelines for getting out of a serger snag with tips for re-threading so you can resume stitching.
In part three of the show Angela returns to present yet another skirt variation.
This time it’s a knit maxi skirt. The maxis seem to be holding their own in the list of mainstay fashions. In fact, this trend has lasted quite a long time. I hope it continues because I think it is a flattering look, especially for summer.
By the way, if you’re looking for more in- depth knit sewing instruction, you may want to check out Angela’s Essential Guide to Sewing Knit Tops online course.
Visit www.itsseweasytv.com to watch the free show this week. It airs until November 9th and changes at noon EST. When you visit the site be sure to check out Sara and Londa’s instructions that coordinate with the show. Enjoy!
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