Coverstitching a neckband

[@WonderWomanlovesSuperman]

My husband just purchased the same Brother Pacesetter for my birthday. Your videos are so helpful!! Thank You!!

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Glad they help! Be patient and practice and if you have any issues you can PM me thru FB.

[@Sooz3112]

Very helpful, thank you. I’m trying to learn how to sew neck bands and cuffs etc. I find KZbin videos like these to be so helpful, thank you x

[@jeanetteweger5518]

You’re welcome, glad they help!

[@Sooz3112]

They certainly do. I just love videos like this - they show me exactly what I need to do, content is straight to the point with a nice clear camera angle to see what’s happening. Thank you x

[@jeanetteweger5518]

@@Sooz3112 thank you!!! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!

[@Sooz3112]

Aw thank you. I’m in England 💕. I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving x

[@sonialorenzo9223]

I already learned a lot by watching this video and will love to see more videos of any projects you would sew with the coverstitch. I can follow the instructions from the book but you show the techniques of how to hold the fabrics and how to finish a garment that you can be proud of. Your finished work is one of the best I have seen. Thank you again for taking the time to post the videos.

[@zaneszful]

Thank you Jeanette! Excellent explanation and demo.

[@jeanetteweger5518]

I’m glad the video is understandable and helpful!!

[@bevbruce1490]

This was extremely helpful and such clear instructions! I'm heading to my serger and sewing machine right now! Thanks so much from Nashville, TN! It's freezing here. Bev

[@jeanetteweger5518]

I’m glad it helped!! I’m in Tucson, AZ and it’s sweatshirt weather, has been all winter but it did snow on the mountain the other day but not too low!!!!

[@bearears123]

I have been struggling for months trying to get my coverstitch to go over a hump. This changed how I coverstitch! Thank you!

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Glad you found the video and haven’t given up on coverstitching!!!

[@MrRaggs2]

Thank you.....this reminds me of something I learned from a very wise teacher. Your hands are two of the best tools you have especially when sewing. You just taught this so well.

[@jeanetteweger5518]

MrRaggs2 thank you, I'm hoping it helps someone.

[@Johnsoncrna]

Thank you! It’s helpful to hear all of your exact settings!

[@jeanetteweger5518]

You’re welcome, hope the video helps.

[@koalasez1200]

Looks great!!! Love the tip about following the seam and the reminder of how to finish. I live next door to the east and it's hot here too. Wishing for snow!

[@designed_by_danita]

Thank you VERY much! New to using a coverstitch machine, needed this video! Great job with easy to understand instruction!

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Glad it helped you!!!

[@nancystorer4675]

your videos are so helpful. Thank you

[@jeanetteweger5518]

I'm glad they help.

[@marissadrew8233]

Nice video! Can you show how to do a different needle position to make a different stiches and its all uses on these stitches too? And how to clean or maintainance of coverstitch machine is very nice tutorial aa well. Thanks in advance !

[@GayleHallAZ]

Hi Jeanette! Thank you for this excellent video on using a cover stitch to tack down a serged neckline seam. Very nice! I own a Janome Cover Pro machine and a Babylock 4-thread serger, but I’m sure this technique will work well using the Cover Pro. We’re practically neighbors...I live in Phoenix. 😊 Thanks again for sharing this very useful technique!

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Gayle Hall Thank you for watching and I hope it's of help to you!!!

[@JetSet614]

LOL! That's classic when she said "you should know how to do that already"! Haha!

[@sewaldodiy]

My hubby just got me a coverstitch machine, I'm very excited to use it. Btw, I used to live in Tucson!

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Glad to hear you got a coverstitch machine, it makes a world of difference!!! I've been here 47 years and love it, originally from Illinois and don't care to go back, not even to visit. I think the last time I went back was 30-35 years ago.

[@fernandavilela2613]

Thank you só much for sharing this vídeo. You explained exactly what I wanted to know!

[@jeanetteweger5518]

I’m glad the video helps.

[@louisemaher2688]

Great tutorial. Any more on using a coverstitch would be appreciated. I'm new to coverstitching. Thank you.

[@jeanetteweger5518]

I have several videos, just type in my name and they should come up, then you can subscribe so you can get new videos as I do them

[@louisemaher2688]

@@jeanetteweger5518 Thank you. Will do

[@Mellie726]

thanks somuch for this video. Just bought this machine and your videos are just so helpful

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Melinda Matos thank you!! I just uploaded a video a few minutes ago about coverstitching thin fabrics like organza.

[@Mellie726]

thanks you are just so nice doing these videos for people like myself. I just watched the threading video from the company I bought the machine from and it left off important information like the booklet did, and I have been sewing for years, thanks again

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Melinda Matos do you have the correct needles? This machine takes HAx1 130/705 90/14 SUK BP. Buy then on eBay, you get 100 for 19.25 free shipping.

[@Mellie726]

thankyou good to know, the company sent me schmetz size 14's which is still the 130/705 so yes I do have the correct needles but your suggestion is far less expensive. will do that for the future, thanks!

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Melinda Matos if you start having issues, change needles especially if you sew knits. Just because the needles say 90/14 130/705 did not mean they are ballpoint, they are universal. When coverstitching knits you need ballpoint this the package should indicate SUK BP. If you start having skip stitches, replace the needles to the ones I told you about, needles are inexpensive so don't skimp, and change often, they don't stay sharp forever!!!!!

[@judykski4916]

Thanks for a very helpful lesson. I have to give this a try on my CS.

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Hope it helps, let me know if it worked for you!!!

[@judykski4916]

@@jeanetteweger5518 I always thought that everyone coverstitched the neckline in the flat, with one shoulder still open. You made it look so easy doing it in the round that I've got to give it a go. It won't be until after Christmas with all the pj's I've got to get done. I'll put it at the top of my list for 2021.

[@jeanetteweger5518]

@@judykski4916 Pjs would be the perfect item to give it a go on!!!

[@mettepetersen3280]

Thank you, I have never sewing with coverlock before, i have nok må one, so it’s so helpfuld Im sorry my English are not so Well, coming from Denmark

[@jeanetteweger5518]

You're going to love using a coverstitch, it really gives your garments that professional finished look!!!

[@LyndaGreenberg-sj8xr]

Beautiful!

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Thank you!

[@marybethfrain7165]

Thank you so much for taking the time to post this !

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Glad it helps!

[@sharimcneill306]

Thanks, Jeanette! This is helpful. I will use this method next time. :)

[@mommamerri]

Great video! Thank you so much! I'm so jealous of your weather! It's snowy and in the single digits here

[@jeanetteweger5518]

mommamerri I'd send you some of the good weather but I'm selfish!!!!

[@rennydesigns]

Excellent video, thanksso much!!! It really helped me.

[@jeanetteweger5518]

I'm glad it helped you!!

[@jenzdap4096]

thank you so much for sharing this tips

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Hope it helped.

[@Originallyadressmaker]

If you turn the garment inside out you need a bit less adjusting and less chance of catching the other side under the needles 😊

[@loriannpayne4483]

This helped me tremendously! Thanks so much..

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Loriann Payne glad it helped!!!

[@BOBE1961]

Thank you for putting this up!

[@jeanetteweger5518]

You're welcome, hope it helped!!

[@maggiewilson1601]

Thank you. That was so helpful.

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Glad it helped

[@janissharkey7174]

Happy New Year from the future-2022.

[@martakarolinaYT]

This is very helpful! Thank you 🌷

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Thank you, I'm glad it helped you.

[@MyTopdogs]

Thank you so much !! this is just what I needed to know

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Glad it helped!!

[@judieblue14]

Very helpful! Thank you so much.

[@sflinner]

Thank you so much! This was very good!

[@marybohling2278]

Thank you so much. What kind if thread do you use in your 2340 upper needles? Do you use a different type for the looper? I know you mostly sew with knits and woven fabric.

[@jeanetteweger5518]

I use serger thread in all. Either Maxilock or Surelock. I sew mostly knits, DBP and am now getting into wovens a bit more

[@senatorviewmaster]

Hi! Thanks for this video! Amazing quality! Do you have any tips for coverstitching over a neckband where you are stitching down the center of the seam of the neckband and shirt? (One needle on either side of the seam) I am struggling so much with that! I even have a foot for my coverstitch machine that is a center guide foot but I still can’t get it! I end up with skipped stitches every time, no matter how many times I try messing with tension, stitch length, and foot pressure. I have a Janome cpx 2000 and i love it, but when it comes to bulkier seams, I really struggle to produce a solid stitch.

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Unfortunately I don’t know much about the Janome 2000. If your aren’t already a member of the group, check out FB Coverstitch Sewing Discussion there are quite a few in that group that have the Janome.

[@senatorviewmaster]

Thanks for your reply! I don’t have a Facebook account so I can’t join the group.

[@jeanetteweger5518]

@@senatorviewmaster have you adjusted your presser foot?

[@senatorviewmaster]

Yes- i have adjusted it to increase the tension- I believe for thicker fabrics, to use a higher tension? I could be wrong. I may try hammering the seam, or switching to wooly nylon for the looper. There are so many things to try!

[@jeanetteweger5518]

@@senatorviewmaster loosen the tension to let it feed thru

[@gillianbc]

Very helpful. Thank you

[@kenheinz893]

I noticed your foot raise up but both your hands seemed to be on the fabric. Do you have a knee lift on your machine?

[@jeanetteweger5518]

This machine does not have a knee pedal and my foot is down when I sew. The foot lift is on the right side of the machine out of the picture

[@leeannelawrence5321]

Jeanette, Thanks so much for the Video it helped a lot! You should do more videos! :)

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Well thank you and glad it helped. I do have several videos, just subscribe and you can see them all lit type in my name and they will all come up!!!

[@leeannelawrence5321]

@@jeanetteweger5518 Your right! That is so great! Would you consider doing a small pair of pajama bottoms waist band?

[@jeanetteweger5518]

@@leeannelawrence5321 sure!

[@leeannelawrence5321]

@@jeanetteweger5518 I have a serger and a Coverstitch machine. Would love to see how to use one of these :) Thank you!

[@jeanetteweger5518]

@@leeannelawrence5321 they are easier than you think! Most are intimidated but it's just as with everything else, patience and practice. It really doesn't take long to learn and once you find your settings, it's a breeze.

[@marybohling2278]

Thanks so much

[@That_star_delani]

What is your machine setting when doing this?

[@kathylee3775]

Thank you for such fantastic videos with tremendous amounts of information! How do you get your neckband seam so even and seemingly not bulky. When I serge in the round I have a wonky seam.

[@jeanetteweger5518]

I'm going I'm adding this right, when I go to serge on, I find the front, back and sides and place pins on both the band and the garment, then it's pretty much aligning the edges of the band to the game as you serge it on. I hope this makes sense trying to visualize what I'm saying. It's a matter of having the neckband piece aligned and even as you serge.

[@kathylee3775]

Thank you for your quick reply! I guess I should have clarified my question. I was referring to when you serge at the seam where you sew your neckband ends together. When I serge in the round, my seam around the neckband is good, it is the beginning and ending that create my problem🤷🏼‍♀️

[@jeanetteweger5518]

@@kathylee3775 where are you placing the band seam on your garment when you serge it on?

[@kathylee3775]

Jeanette Weger I place the neckband seam on the center back of the neckline. I tried to upload a picture but couldn’t 😩

[@jeanetteweger5518]

@@kathylee3775 go to Facebook and add me as a friend and message me thru there with your picture

[@jennifernewton8775]

Hi Jeanette, wish I could get finished products like you! I have bought a janome coverpro 2000, but I am having a bit of trouble with doing a narrow width left with 2 lines of stitching. The left thread starts off ok but always breaks after about 20 stitches and the right thread is fine. I have tried adjusting the settings but don’t seem to be getting anywhere. I am getting a bit frustrated - could you suggest any ideas?

[@jeanetteweger5518]

It could be your needle or needle tension setting, I'm not familiar with the Janome coverstitch but love my Janome sergers!!! I suggest you post on the Coverstitch Sewing Discission Group page I know there are several Janome owners in there that will help. Don't get frustrated, it's a learning process and it's the process of elimination so hang in there!!!

[@2006morg]

Does this sew well with most knits... double brushed poly, french terry, liverpool, hacci, etc?

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Yes, this machine goes thru just about any fabric. I work mostly knit and DBP but this machine is good on wovens also.

[@MultiMarou]

Does the machine deal well with non-stretch cotton fabric (for decorative stitches)?

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Yes it does. Be sure to use all 3 needles for that look.

[@glauvie]

Can one not convert to free-arm on this machine? Seems like that would limit things.

[@jeanetteweger5518]

No unfortunately this machine does not have the capability as a free arm.

[@Miss-Laine]

Silly question. Total newbie here. Is this machine just like a serger but without cutting function?

[@jeanetteweger5518]

No it's totally different. It's for hemming and decorative stitching not constructing garments.

[@anetteaverud7863]

I would like to know you setting for threads and looper, Thanks in advance

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Anette Averud although I have the Brother 2340, my settings are: needles and looper are between 2 and 3, differential is at the first dot past 1, my stitch length is at 4 and my presser foot seeing is always with the top of the silver screw 1/2" from the machine. These are my general settings for most of my sewing with slight adjustments to needles and looper only. I generally never go higher than 3 and on rare occasions I have used 1

[@bettypegram2094]

Hi what color thread are you using

[@jeanetteweger5518]

White

[@nonasboys]

Jeanette, how wide is your serged seam? I have a 1/4" serged seam and the coverstitch doesn't cover the seam underneath. What am I doing wrong? I lined the foot up with the neck edge like you did. Help

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Are you using the wide needle setting?

[@nonasboys]

@@jeanetteweger5518 yes

[@jeanetteweger5518]

@@nonasboys My serged seams are pretty wide. You can feel as you sew where that edge is underneath and guide it to get a uniform stitch line all the way around. Just make sure the serged seam is just inside the far left needle and it will catch the edge. Don’t watch the needles, find a reference point and watch that and feel with your finger.

[@gladisromero4354]

De izquierda a derecha, que numeros utilizaste Janette? Gracias 😍😘

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Needles are at 2, looper is also at 2. Differential is the first dot past the 1 and stitch length is 4

[@kathleenbarron7654]

I use the wide stitch, but straddle the seam, is that ok? I was doing it your way, but got some skipped stitches. Do you stabilize or stay stitch the knits prior to construction?

[@jeanetteweger5518]

No I don't use any kind of stabilizer or stay stitch,I just make sure the sergered edge underneath is turned downward. If you're getting skipped stitches, it sounds like you need to tweak adjustments a bit.

[@patriciaclements9457]

@@jeanetteweger5518 Would using stretch needles make a difference too when using the coverstitch on a knit?

[@jeanetteweger5518]

@@patriciaclements9457 stretch needles are usually recommended for coverstitch machines but when I sew DBP I use 80/12 sharps.

[@breynolds61]

I need help figuring out the Knit/Woven Double Fold Bias Binder.

[@jeanetteweger5518]

See if this video helps. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hae7omZulLmHeqM

[@jeanetteweger5518]

There’s also this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIOyq6Omm7V3a6c

[@jeanetteweger5518]

It’s pretty easy once you get it set up. It might take a few adjustments, I think it took me 10 times to finally find how to adjust both.

[@demetrarowan6037]

Thank you

[@jeanetteweger5518]

You’re welcome!

[@spencerhector4163]

Do you add a neckband covering your serged seams?

[@jeanetteweger5518]

If you mean like a Hong Kong finished seam, no

[@spencerhector4163]

​@@jeanetteweger5518 What I'm referencing is a strip of fabric that covers the seam allowance on the back of the neck.

[@jeanetteweger5518]

@@spencerhector4163 no I personally don’t add the extra strip of fabric

[@meaghanlarsen1618]

Jeanette, do you really love your brother coverstitch? i see them on amazon for only $312

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Yes I do, in fact, I have 2!!!

[@howardgoldstein8290]

...so much easier to sew a neckline in the round if the garment is turned inside out first.................

[@janetbryce5198]

❤

[@Miss-Laine]

Hi. Do you like this machine? would you recommend it?

[@jeanetteweger5518]

I like this machine very much, I actually have 2. It's easy to learn and use and as with anything you will need to practice and be patient while leaving. Most get frustrated and blame the machine but 99% of the time it's operator error.

[@Miss-Laine]

Jeanette Weger thank you 😊 And did you purchase any different feet? Other that it came with the machine? I have a serger so patience and practice go hand in hand.

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Yes, Brother has a skinnier foot for this machine that I use 100% of the time.

[@meduzadark]

Thanks 😊

[@janstanfield6290]

Thank you!!!

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Glad it helped!!

[@user-fc3sx2cw5x]

How do you sewers out there afford these cover stitch or overlooking machines, they are expensive! 😅😂 sorry random comment but I’ve been dying for such a machine, love it!

[@jeanetteweger5518]

It depends on what machine you want to invest in. You can buy one from around 300 all the way up into the thousands of Dollars. Don't judge a machine's performance by it's price, unfortunately many do. The machine does what the operator has it set up to do and depending on the volume of sewing you do should be factored in what machine you buy. Some classify the Brother 2340 machine as substandard, low end but, it does beautiful work!! So if you're thinking of getting a coverstitch and I highly recommend one to give your homemade items a more professional look, find a local sewing machine store where you can try some out. They may not carry all brands, they will nudge you to buy a particular brand as well but if you really want one you'll find a way to save the find to get one. Realistically some cost no more than your average sewing machine. Hope you decide to invest in one, they are game changers!!!!

[@Originallyadressmaker]

I’ve bought mine second hand, and saved because it’s a massive part of my life and has been for 40 years.

[@sonialorenzo9223]

It helps. I hope you continue making videos for the coverstitch. So much to learn.

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Sonia Lorenzo if there is a specific area you want me to do a video on, please let me know and I'll see what I can do. Thank you!!!!

[@maryflynn1951]

Does this machine require oiling?

[@jeanetteweger5518]

No it does not

[@mrobbins169]

What do my settings need to be on

[@jeanetteweger5518]

In the video I tell what all the settings are Needles and looper are 2 Stitch length 4 Differential first dot past the 1

[@elmacoronado3246]

So am i suppose to serge first on a serger?

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Yes, you need to attach with a serger so you can coverstitch down if you choose to.

[@bijouxw1014]

Thank you for sharing these tips. You made the top look so professional. I am so happy I got this CV2340. So nice that you showed great closeups as you were working. That is so helpful. I still have trouble at the finish. Sometimes the bottom thread does not release so i have to open the cover door & pull release, to loosen thread. Either more practice or my machine was never right from beginning. I must view you other videos.

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Bijoux W Private message me thru FB and I'll help you with releasing your looper thread.

[@bijouxw1014]

Sorry for delay in replying. I don't do FB so I was trying to open an account, but don't know how to respond. Sorry, I am not up on all this... Thank you

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Bijoux W If you were able to open a FB page, let me know what it is and I'll send a friend request or message

[@bijouxw1014]

Sorry, busy day yesterday..How can I give you my FB address without sharing it with everyone? Thank you for your patience & help.

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Bijoux W go to my FB page and send me a message

[@sewcindy-rella]

thank so much from -40 canada we need leggings and lots of knits!

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Glad this helped. I'm getting ready to do a video on coverstitching waistbands!

[@siamese35]

You don’t knot end?

[@jeanetteweger5518]

It's self locking at the end

[@tufornumberone]

Super helpful. Thank you!

[@joannecava2418]

Thank you. Very helpful!

[@jeanetteweger5518]

Glad it helps!