Julie's Sew and Serge

25 Responses

1. rainoyon

   2009 Nov 19 1

   thankz
   thankz

2. littlebuglearntosew

   2009 Nov 19 2

   Hi Jay, I hope you …
   Hi Jay, I hope you have your bobbin problem solved by now. If not, review your machine manual; make sure the bobbin is wound counterclock wise when the case goes on; make sure you’re using the correct size needle for the type of thread you’re using; make sure the bobbin case in securely engaged in the machine. Let me know if you’re still running into trouble. Peg

3. sewmarm

   2009 Nov 19 3

   Sounds like it’s …
   Sounds like it’s the thicker fabric, but do make sure that

   1) You are using the longest length of stitch and appropriate tension (you should see even stitches on both sides of the fabric), and
   2) That you do two rows of basting stitches, that way if one breaks, the other should still be there, and
   3) Make sure to only pull on one thread, not both, and keep pulling only up that one thread.

   Hope you’re successful! I used to sew my own Renaissance Pleasure Faire costumes, too!

4. sewmarm

   2009 Nov 19 4

   See my tutorials on …
   See my tutorials on loading your sewing machine bobbin, and there are some by others in my favorites of other machines. It does sound like your bobbin is not in correctly.

   Good luck!

5. Ryauna

   2009 Nov 19 5

   Hi I found your …
   Hi I found your video very useful however I have a small problem. My thread keeps breaking. The fabric is thick almost like upholstrey and I just may be using the wrong thread. A thicker thread may work better.I’m not sure.But I’m trying to gather the top edge of a cloak for a Renaissance faire and having a heck of time getting it to work. The first bit of fabric will gather just fine but woe to me if I try to even out or tug too much the thread breaks and I have to start all over =o( Any tips?

6. tairatoney

   2009 Nov 19 6

   bobbin is not in …
   bobbin is not in correctly- sounds like to me

7. romanwarfist9182

   2009 Nov 19 7

   Hi my name is Jay …
   Hi my name is Jay and I make medieval armor as a hobby and recently bought a sewing machine so I could make some knight tunics I can get the machine all threaded and when I start to sew the thread almost instantly binds up in the bottom where the bobbin sits can you help?

8. ViuSReg1

   2009 Nov 19 8

   this really help a …
   this really help a lot

9. 1170OP

   2009 Nov 19 9

   Thank you so much I …
   Thank you so much I always did it in a hard way

10. xNightshadex

    2009 Nov 19 10

    Thank you!!
    Thank you!!

11. bigsisluvslilbro

    2009 Nov 19 11

    Thanks bunches! …
    Thanks bunches! You saved my skirt!

12. xThePhantomsAngelx

    2009 Nov 19 12

    Oh wow, that …
    Oh wow, that actually helped like a lot, thank you so much.

13. HopeJoyness

    2009 Nov 19 13

    yesss thank you
    yesss thank you

14. 3heathgirls

    2009 Nov 19 14

    Thanks that’s just …
    Thanks that’s just what I needed.

15. kandiily

    2009 Nov 19 15

    I am brand new to …
    I am brand new to sewing and my mom showed me how to do this last night and it came out awesomely! It really wasn’t difficult once I got the hang of it. It’s one of those skills that, as a beginner, makes you feel really can say you can sew. Thanks for the video!

16. pinkxiheart

    2009 Nov 19 16

    THANK YOU SO …
    THANK YOU SO FREAKING MUCH!!!!
    i cant seem to find a good tuorial on how to “ruffle” or gather…whatever. but thank you so much i am so making a skirt:)

17. CelinaQ

    2009 Nov 19 17

    Awesomely helpful …
    Awesomely helpful video. Thank you!

    P.S. I like the soundtrack!

18. paigeandpruerock

    2009 Nov 19 18

    Thanks for this! I …
    Thanks for this! I was making a dress today, and the skirt needed gathering and I had no clue how to do it! Thanks very much for the video x

19. SpiritBear12

    2009 Nov 19 19

    In a demo such as …
    In a demo such as this, it would make it easier to see what’s going on if you use a light colored piece of fabric with dark thread. The contrast just shows up better on film and in turn, is better understood when it’s seen clearly.
    Other than that, it’s a nice demo, kudos.

20. sewmarm

    2009 Nov 19 20

    Enjoy! Happy sewing!
    Enjoy! Happy sewing!

21. ambientsparkk

    2009 Nov 19 21

    Great video! Much …
    Great video! Much easier than gathering by hand. Thanks a bunch!

22. sewmarm

    2009 Nov 19 22

    Happy sewing!
    Happy sewing!

23. ploxsicle

    2009 Nov 19 23

    Thank you! (:
    Thank you! (:

24. sewmarm

    2009 Nov 19 24

    Happy sewing! Just …
    Happy sewing! Just get easy patterns and start simply. Work up to more complex things and decorations. Your sewing skills will grow with your daughter!

25. tawnyelise

    2009 Nov 19 25

    Thank you so much …
    Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge! I don’t have the time or money to go get sewing lessons and am trying to make my daughter’s clothes. Your tutorials are a huge blessing!