#sew and overlock

[dazfashionz]

This was the step where I started constructing my sleeve together and overlocked topstitch the bottom of the hem after sewing down the fabric together,right sides together.

[dinosaurcharcuterie]

I woke up in a cold sweat yesterday morning, scared I'd not have enough patches for the bad idea/patchwork/leftovers dress.

Then I counted my squares, realized my extreme reusing of cutoffs had me in a nice and cozy spot and descended into a haze of mindless sewing until I got here.

I put new cones on my overlocker when I started this project. The only other one I did was 4-yo nephew's knight coat. I may have trust issues when it comes to patchwork fraying with wear, and foundation piecing is not gonna lay them to rest.

I just finished panel 10 out of 14.

I can't feel my right wrist or upper spine.

This thing still needs a hem finish and it might have to be binding or a hem facing, because none of it will take kindly to turning over.

I wanted to have this done by Tuesday evening.

I desperately need a pep talk that I can finish this.

[supercheesecakemiracle]

broke sewing bitches love French seams

[genericnamenotkidding]

first attempt at a scrap dress. Have now made friends with the overlocker.

[wildwood-faun]

sewing and going slowly insane because of rectangles

[anielskaaniela]

How to Sew a Hem: A Beginner’s Guide to Different Hemming Techniques

 In this post, you will discover different hemming techniques that you can use for your sewing projects. Hemming is one of the most essential skills in sewing. It can make a huge difference in the appearance, fit, and durability of your garments. Hemming can also add some style and personality to your clothes, as well as protect them from fraying and unraveling. There are many types of hemming…

[silverfoxstole]

Current sewing project. Not quite finished; still needs buttons and buttonholes.

Unfortunately it’s not as neat and tidy as I would have liked as the satin I chose for the back and lining disintegrated as I was sewing despite my finishing the edges. I think it’s going to be handwash only to stop it falling apart. 🫤🙁

[bismuthburnsblue]

ok! Detours aside, back to that skirt i said i was going to be reworking! ive been thinking about it the last few weeks, and i think im pretty settled on making something mostly like this:

The original attempt was a pattern drafted from the Keystone drafting guides, i think (im sure you know what im talking about) and i think its gonna work out pretty perfect for this!

i have some leftover ribbon from anne which i think will work perfectly as a drawstring so i can theoretically have this as a full length skirt if i wanted to. ill make a channel in the seam allowance and do a buttonhole or something to pull the ribbon to the where i can tie it.

according to my stash spreadsheet i have some of this fabric left over from when i originally cut this, so i should be able to cut a good ruffle, though i think ill make it a bit narrower than that, just for personal preferences.

Given its already cut out, it should be a preeeeeetty quick make, though i do have to add pockets + im not sure if i want to adjust the back panels. knowing ME itll take me a few days. especially since the FIRST task is to re-thread my overlocker into black.....

[bluedesignwall]

Such a wet rainy Saturday. We started our day with a dash to the polling booth to vote in the general election. We got soaked but the voting got done. We had to go home and get changed before heading out again to purchase supplies for a diy project. Baby plants also found their way into the shopping trolley. The evening was spent in the sewing room with the heater on! I was making some small projects which have been on my to do list for a while. It was good to get them done. Still have not sorted the tension on my overlocker but it is better than it was.

[worm-garadjacent]

This serger machine will be the death of me. I want to throw it out the window but I guess least I know the timing is wack and needs to be brought into the shop for repair. Still. I just want to sew my dog some clothes 😤

(for anybody who doesn’t know think kinda more industrial sewing machine that trims the fabric as you sew making it look more professional amongst other stuff)

[warmgrey]

finally finished finishing the seam allowances that didnt get finished on my new dress and augh my shoulder!!!

[pyro-raccoon]

I FOUND A FUCKING SERGER ON CLEARANCE BECAUSE MY SHORT ASS HAS TO LOOK UP!!!!

[genericnamenotkidding]

attempting to burrito a skirt waistband. Let’s see how it goes.

[bumblebeeappletree]

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An overlock stitch is a great way to finish the edges of fabric to keep it from fraying. The most common way to do this method is by using a serging machine, but it can be done by hand - and we will show you how.

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[lulasews]

I haven’t updated on here in ages. This blog is not dead, I promise! I’ve had a rotten year health-wise and created very little. On the mend now. I’m almost done with October on the temperature scarf and will post pics soon. And I’ll be sewing again in 2023…

[australianinfoworld]

Maximizing Your Overlocker: Advanced Techniques for Experienced Sewers

Remember, the secret to unleashing your overlocker's potential is mastering the machine's technical aspects, as well as its creative depth.