✨ OCTOBER SERGER SAVVY: A STELLAR SPIN ON REVERSE FLATLOCK LADDERS! 🦋

[@toneetaylor5422]

This technique is so good

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@toneetaylor5422 thank you. I love it too!

[@KarenQuilts4Fun]

Great video as usual -I love the skewer!

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Hi Karen, Hey, whatever works-even a skinny knitting needle will do the trick. Thanks for watching!

[@sschoch2000]

Love this look! Seems like you could put the needle through the fabric and come back up under the the center loop to hide the traveling thread completely

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Yes, you're absolutely correct about the traveling thread. Next time I'll do this technique that way! Thanks.

[@KarenQuilts4Fun]

(Karen) Awesome technique-just had hand surgery so won’t be trying this for a bit but I can’t wait the add this technique to my quilts! Thanks again for sharing creative serger techniques!

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Hi Karen, Take care of your hand and don't rush it. It's fun to have different techniques to incorporate in projects and glad you enjoyed this one. Thanks for watching!

[@GertieMessenger]

Perfect timing for use on the B & G quilt. My flatlocks should start looking better now! Thank you! Gertie

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@GertieMessenger Hi Gertie, thanks for watching and let me know if you need any help.

[@elisamilano2153]

Wonderfully presented as always Gail. You always inspire me. I learn so much from your videos. Thank you for continued education and support.

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@elisamilano2153 hi Elisa, thank you. I admire your creativity too.

[@londaburkettcertifiedmaste1632]

Gail this was so informative! Thank you for your creativity and humorous honesty!!!! I

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@londaburkettcertifiedmaste1632 thanks Londa. Sewing has a way of lifting us up and keeping us humble!🙄

[@AndyMartinMakes]

Another knowledge-packed Serger Savvy! Looking forward to getting my belt loop binders.

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@AndyMartinMakes thanks for watching, Andy.

[@dianeragusett1772]

What a great idea with the skewer! Thank you!

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@dianeragusett1772 anything skinny like a knitting needle would work too.

[@dianeragusett1772]

Watching the replay from Michigan.

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@dianeragusett1772 thanks for watching Diane! It’s a fun technique.

[@janicekoropoulis6195]

Watching from Indiana

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@janicekoropoulis6195 thanks for watching, Janice!

[@JaniceBellm]

First time watching from Eagarville IL!

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Thanks for tuning in, Janice!

[@JaniceBellm]

@@GailPatriceDesign I went to the Bernina Creative Center in Aurora a few weeks ago and took the 2 day class on the L890. I hope to begin watching all of your classes. Thank you for posting these video’s❣️

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@JaniceBellm thanks for watching, Janice. The Creative Center 2-day class gave you an excellent amount of knowledge to get started with your L890. Send along any questions and I’ll help you.

[@EileenBator]

I didn't get to see the Live, but just watched your video. You answered a burning question of mine! Should flat lock fabrics be flat on top of each other, folded in the center (makes a two-color seam if I'm using two different fabrics), or just one folded on top of the other? Even when I press, I usually end up with a two color seam. Your tip on using a skewer or knitting needle is a Voila moment! That opens up the seam completely. I have shied away from flatlock because I didn't know what the end result should look like. Now I have a result to strive for on my BabyLock (narrower ladders). Thanks so much! And yes, I love the 3 ladder star effect! Wish I had known that for a previous project!

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Hi Eileen, When creating reverse flatlock ladders, the fabrics are right sides together as they would be when stitching a regular seam. The fabric that is on top is the one that will show under the ladders. Glad the "skewer tip" helped and that you like the 3 ladder star. I do too and thanks for watching!

[@EileenBator]

@@GailPatriceDesign It worked with a thin knitting needle for the 7.5 with stitches. And I did discover that the top fabric shows through. Ah, finally I can do flatlocks confidently. I think most instructors concentrate on what the thread stitches should look like, not what the fabric seam underneath should look like.

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@EileenBator Great news. The stitch itself is important but so is the fabric under the stitch. We want both to look perfect. Thanks!

[@marlenewalter7827]

Can you show a picture of the burrito pillowcase done with flatlock options?

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@marlenewalter7827 hi Marlene, the pillowcase was made by a viewer. If she sees this request, maybe she’ll be able to post a photo.

[@shavala2589]

Hi Gail love all your info: Could help me? I am told that I need different Foot Pressure and to change it with what I am sewing. I grew up the old fashion way and never needed to worry about pressure, but this new machines seem to needed. Please explain to me when I am to change the pressure when I am sewing? For example I want to make Rope Bowls and my rope is 3/16 of an inch thick???? HELP I can send you my email just let me know where????

[@GailPatriceDesign]

For most projects, your presser foot pressure stays on the normal or default setting . But for fabrics that are slippery, extra thick or lofty or very sheer, you may have to increase or decrease pressure. Rope is dense as well as thick and it is round so you will have to change pressure to control it well. For rope bowls, refer to the pattern instructions for guidance. And if you google "rope bowls," you'll find info to help you. Before you adjust the presser foot pressure, be sure you know where the default setting is. If the knob or dial isn't marked, make a mark with a Sharpie marker on the dial. Hope that helps!