How to Make a MAXI DRESS on the Sentro Knitting Machine | Beginner Friendly | Tutorial

[@shinethreu]

Love this! For my short people 236 rows for me I’m 5’3 and that goes all the way to the bottom of my ankles!

[@1mzsexyphat]

Did u mean the 236 rows goes to your ankle? I'm 5'1 and trying to figure how many rows I will need

[@Enidessa]

@@1mzsexyphat I’m 5’1 as well if you figure out how many you need lmkkkk :)

[@amanisworldofcreations]

Thank you so much! I’m 4’11 so I’m going to try 150

[@marshallmays8171]

Thanks for that!!!

[@marshallmays8171]

@@amanisworldofcreationsmaybe 210?

[@princessekoh1747]

for my ladies that are 5'7 - 240 rows worked for me!

[@crystaldoesthings7754]

🎉🎉THANK YOU

[@barbaraperry8763]

This dress is freaking stunning - gonna learn to crotchet before I follow this step by step!

[@lilyfoubisou]

Thank you so so much!!!❤️ that’s so exciting!

[@Squatchygal]

This is amazing. I have never seen dresses or maxis on the sentro explained before. Goals!

[@lilyfoubisou]

Thank you so much!!!! I’m so glad you like it

[@jennifert7678]

This is great …. Love your explanation for taking off the waste yarn.. it looks lovely ❤

[@lilyfoubisou]

Thank you so much Jennifer!

[@SamBeanze]

Even if all your videos are about the knitting machine, I’m here for it🎀

[@Kitty-JuneOhSixJanTwentyFour]

I guess my left half might fit into the dress :) We need more needle knitting machines for larger size people, who do not like that mandatory mid sew 2 panels thingy. And by larger, I mean anyone larger than a medium size, because I really do not think L size won't come out as a single pannel from these machines.

[@lilyfoubisou]

I totally agree. You can buy a flat bed knitting machine with 130-200 needles which can create MUCH larger panels - I got mine on FB marketplace for $150!! Sadly sentro's can only knit so many stitches :/

[@aafflrs]

omggg i love these sentro knitting tutorials & u explain everything so well

[@lilyfoubisou]

omgggg thank you so much Andrea!!!! i totally will! I hope everyone doesn't get tired of them bc I have so many ideas hahahha

[@megmartinez4451]

Your creations have inspired me to buy a sentro knitting machine ❤️

[@lilyfoubisou]

That is sooo cool!!! It's really so much fun to have!!

[@noeland8129]

I just got a sentro and need bust through stash of dk cash/silk yarn this will be so cute and a great first project for me . thanks

[@lilyfoubisou]

That's so exciting!!!

[@77Crazycat77]

I’m thinking side panels to enlarge the sizing. What do you think ? Of course down the arm pits till the the rest of the length. It this doable in your opinion?

[@estekaiser7019]

Also I’m 5 4” and 400 rows was too long for me so if you’re shorter maybe try around 350 rows 🥰

[@lilyfoubisou]

thank u for saying this!!!! I'm 5'9" for everyone's reference

[@hannadealba97]

Excuse me, do you have a photo of how the dress turned out on you?

[@DjVixen100]

Omg so happy I found your videos! I just ordered a machine! Love your work

[@lilyfoubisou]

YAY thank you so much!!!

[@TheLixistar]

Would love to see you experiment with sleeves. Like short/mid flare sleeves

[@lilyfoubisou]

Omg so cute!!! I have a tutorial making a long sleeve mini dress actually!!! Not sure if that's what u had in mind!

[@jax9652]

Omg thank you so much for this tutorial! Going to try this with all the black yarn I have 🖤🤍 and thank you for explaining everything like detailed wise ! 🧡

[@lilyfoubisou]

yayyyy i'm so excited for you!!! I'm glad it was detailed and understandable!

[@yagerr4279]

Girl u look tf good in this!! I can’t wait get my sentro & make sum 🔥

[@lilyfoubisou]

Omg thank you so much!!! ❤️

[@tonparks100]

That's absolutely beautiful

[@drsammywellness]

Girl you did that!! 😍

[@InMyHook]

I love it! Really beautiful and well finiished, best knitting machine tutorial I've watched so far! I'm intendind to order one soon 😘😘thank you!

[@lilyfoubisou]

omgggg that makes me so happy! Thank you so much

[@marygracejaranilla134]

Hi! I don’t have a knitting machine so I’m gonna try to do this by hand. What size of knitting needles would you recommend that can get the same results as if it’s knitted in a knitting machine?

[@lilyfoubisou]

Hi Mary!!! I would recommend 4mm knitting needles for this project but not 100% sure because I haven't hand knit this myself!

[@donnas2375]

Wow gorgeous! As a bigger gal, I'm going to figure out inserting solid side panels from the armpit down (bonus; I won't have to line up Stripes except the upper bodice)!

[@lilyfoubisou]

Yes, such a good idea!!! panels down the side will be perf for extending the sizing!!

[@nylamcmillan1886]

As a size 2x girly, it’s been so hard trying to figure out measurements

[@patriciaparchment9270]

Thank you i love the design and you explain it so well have to make one

[@lilyfoubisou]

thank you so much!!! I'm so happy!

[@Softer_222]

This machine was my Xmas gift and I’m still learning to use it,can you please tell me how much yarn do I need to make this gorgeous piece? 🥲🤍

[@avblogsandgames8756]

I love this. As a plus sized person you said to make 2 panels and sew them together. What stitch would you recommend please?

[@lilyfoubisou]

thank you so much!!! I always sew my panels together with a slip stitch, but you can also use a mattress stitch which is more seamless. just try to make sure you slip stitch along one row for a more seamless look!!

[@carlap1799]

You are awesome. This made my day. Love it.

[@lilyfoubisou]

omg i'm so glad!!! thank you

[@skiyana]

love love love this tutorial!! can't wait to try this when I get my machine tomorrow

[@lilyfoubisou]

yayyy!!!!

[@skiyana]

@@lilyfoubisou thank you so so much!!!

[@adinssolace8348]

Thank you so much dear you taught in exact Way I wanted to learn very easy simple and quick ❤❤❤❤

[@lilyfoubisou]

That's so good to hear!!! Thanks for watching!

[@mandzzb49]

Loveeee this !! I attempted to make this following ur exact instructions but noticed from early on the edges (44 and 3) are alot looser than yours. Any tips?

[@lilyfoubisou]

oh no!!! it might be bc of tension when you turn your row, make sure to hold that yarn a little tighter when you turn your rows so it's tighter!!

[@mandzzb49]

@lilyfoubisou I also came across alot of drop stitches and when I try to save them the whole thing comes apart. I'm an advance crocheter but notice when using the sentro ALOT more patience and attention is needed😔

[@spwaff.]

i fricking *love* your videos! they’re so cute! ❤❤you’re like *magical* with crochet and also the knitting machine!😊 also i think i asked you this on ig too, but b4 you stop the sentro vids, could you please do another one of the crocheted/knitting machine balaclavas you made for xmas in a video if possible?

[@lilyfoubisou]

Thank you soooooooooo much!!!! I will try to get that tutorial out asap!!!

[@spwaff.]

@@lilyfoubisou 🥺ur so nice! omg!❤️❤️❤️ur welcome!!!!!!

[@ashleyagrio5741]

Love. Do you think i could just use medium weight tho? Idk how much of a difference it would make

[@lilyfoubisou]

thank you!! the actual length and width of the garment would probably be a bit bigger, but you can totally make adjustments as needed for yourself!

[@fionandhlovu2]

I made mine and i love it

[@lilyfoubisou]

Omg this makes me so happy!!!

[@nicolestewartel1967]

Do you have a tutorial on how to do the neckline ,armhole and bottom hemm?

[@minnieyoung5054]

I’m 4’11 I’m a real shorty so for anyone my height once I’m done I’ll tell y’all how many rows I did. Bc I know for a fact 230+ rows may be a bit much for my shirt self

[@ThaoLe-lv1bx]

How many rows did you go with? I’m also 4’11 🥲

[@ThaoLe-lv1bx]

I tried and did 228 rows

[@estekaiser7019]

I’m obsessed! I have my panels finished, I was wondering if you block your panels or not?

[@lilyfoubisou]

Amazinggg!!! I don't block them for this pattern, I don't think it's super necessary!!

[@iamtheblackswann]

I would love to know what brand and types of yarn youre using? The colors are sooo vibrant :)

[@lilyfoubisou]

Thank youuu!!! I actually dye it myself!! I sell some on my website

[@funmibusayo19]

I’m just new to this am I to use panel settings?

[@sakaya.916]

i love you sooooo much for thisssss!!!! thank you, you look gorgeous in this dress!!!1

[@lilyfoubisou]

omg i love you TOO!!! Thank u sooo much

[@p0isonvoid]

how many needles is on this sentro knitting machine ?? so i know which one to order. also love this tutorial ❤

[@lilyfoubisou]

thank youuuu!!! it's 48 needles!

[@saturenagail7781]

Hi you did an amazing job!!! Love the colors you chose. Do you think a sewing machine can be used to sew panels together?

[@lilyfoubisou]

aw thank you so much!!!! It totally could!! It would definitely be more seamless

[@AllThngsMia]

I love this soooo much ! Could you possibly do a backless dress either short or long.

[@lilyfoubisou]

omg yessss! that sounds so cute I'll get brainstorming rn

[@t.5713]

Would it look good with a slit if you hem around the space left out or would it just not work at all ?

[@lilyfoubisou]

That's a good Q!!! I would try blocking the pieces and then do a slit with a hem around it, it might lay normally then! but I'm not totally sure

[@t.5713]

Would be something to test out if you ever have the time to get around to it. Would love to see if you do

[@justanotherreseller351]

i never seen such a machine before. i am 5'4 how do you know how many rows the machine is doing?

[@vivianwillman8052]

hi! when you switch colors do u tie the yarn together or how do u add the new yarn?

[@lilyfoubisou]

hi!!! sometimes I tie the yarn together if I'm feeling lazy but you can also switch yarns at the end of the row (either side) by just taking out the old yarn and placing new yarn in the feeder!!! When you crank, the needles pull the new yarn down

[@noactuallyimjustella]

is there any way i could make it more flare out at the bottom?

[@bridgetray3363]

You are so adorable in your dresses☺️

[@lilyfoubisou]

Thank youuuu!!!

[@monid30]

How long did it take to make

[@seaneenmwilson9867]

Good afternoon. May I ask about what size dress you wear? I just bought a sentro and would like to try making you dress. I am 5ft 6 in and about 135 lbs (size 8). Thank you.

[@lilyfoubisou]

Hi! Yes absolutely, I typically wear a size 4/6 but I think this tutorial would work great for you!!!

[@justanotherreseller351]

Can I use Acrylic Yarn to make this cute dress? I don't have a budget to pay any more than 5 per roll of yarn

[@lilyfoubisou]

absolutely!

[@urvashiyadav4835]

How do you decrease Or increase stitches to make the dress fit at different body parts like hip and waist?

[@lilyfoubisou]

for this particular pattern I can't do increases because I'm using the maximum amount of stitches in the panel setting! but you absolutely can do increases & decreases on the sentro. I would search it on youtube, it would be hard to explain in a comment but it's really straightforward!!

[@Abenihilary]

I loved itttt❤

[@lilyfoubisou]

thank you soooo much!!!

[@gretchencreekbaum8487]

Stunning!! How long did this take you in total?

[@lilyfoubisou]

thank youuuu!!! It probably took me about 6+ hours in total!!

[@mahiterjeremias2920]

Hey honey quick question do we have to do 15 rows of the waste yarn or can we do less rows

[@lilyfoubisou]

you can do less! just make sure the final rows of waste yarn don't unravel

[@mahiterjeremias2920]

Thank you queen ❤🫶🏽 and just for reference how tall are u just so I can know if I need to add more rows or do less rows

[@kupkakekyra3014]

Hello ✨ What are your body measurements? I’m interested so I can reference the sizing

[@lilyfoubisou]

Hi!!! I have a 35" bust, 26.5" waist, and 42" hips

[@momoliiito]

LOVE IT QUEEN IM CRYING!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@lilyfoubisou]

SOBBING CRYING THANK U SOOO MUCH!!!!

[@Iamterrij]

How are the rows counted? Is one row to the left and then another to the right counter as one or two?

[@lilyfoubisou]

that would be two rows! every pass you do on your panel is one row :)

[@Iamterrij]

@@lilyfoubisou thanks I got it now 😃

[@YarnBaexo]

I love it! 😍😍

[@lilyfoubisou]

Thank you so much!!!

[@rhondabirchfield1558]

Are you using 3 ply yarn , so we will know . Thank you

[@lilyfoubisou]

It’s 8-ply! It’s a DK weight yarn :)

[@fairyzombiee]

what size dress would you say this is? sorry if it was mentioned in the video already.

[@lilyfoubisou]

No worries!!! It's for a size XS-M! If you need a larger size you can follow the same tutorial but make two panels for the front and two for the back

[@fairyzombiee]

@@lilyfoubisouthanks so much!

[@angelinainsisienmay]

How many more grams of yarn would full length sleeves add?

[@lilyfoubisou]

probably about 200g 🤔

[@nanamoo2008]

Is it not too thin when using panels? Tubes would make it thicker so undies don't show through lol

[@lilyfoubisou]

omg thats a super interesting idea!!! they're slightly sheer but if you use two panels for example and they don't stretch on your body they're not very sheer at all!!

[@nanamoo2008]

@Lily Foubisou yeh 2 panels maytress stitched together would be roughly the same width as 1 full panel. It wouldn't be as sheer and they wouldn't curl at the edges either

[@alondraliz1037]

How do you keep track of the rows?

[@lilyfoubisou]

I used to count them and right the number down, but you can actually buy a row counter on amazon!!

[@temelerdinch528]

Your so pretty ❤

[@sujanithavijapurapu6345]

Yeah

[@leonarriantoussaint5887]

How did you keep up with your row count

[@lilyfoubisou]

I use a panel setting row counter from Amazon!! This is the one I bought amzn.to/3p1xtiA

[@laverngordon]

I can't crochet so how does that work for me😢

[@chrishararichardson102]

How do you count your rows & why do you do so many rows of waste yarn?

[@lilyfoubisou]

I use a row counter app on my phone! every swipe left or right = 1 row. :) And I do that to make sure my body work is secure and the waste yarn doesn't unravel to it!!! you can do less rows of waste yarn on the cast on edge of the project because it will not unravel, but on the cast off side the yarn isn't secure. It's totally up to you :)

[@lucinabriceno9206]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@lairea]

Love this 🩷

[@lilyfoubisou]

thank you so much!!!

[@Butter_fly_zen]

I watched from start to finish though. I think I missed th part on how your made the arms (armpit side) curve Inwards. 😢

[@lilyfoubisou]

it just does that naturally!

[@rosedonnapur]

y do u need the wast yarn

[@amandanicole624]

I look at it on the floor and like thats not going to fit and then it does!!!!

[@lilyfoubisou]

I know right!!!! The panels are so deceiving hahaha

[@lovess4051]

I've been trying to make one on my knitting machine but I never got it right yet

[@lilyfoubisou]

I totally get it!!! There’s a learning curve with it for sure. My mini dress tutorial might help with troubleshooting the panel setting!!! I go super into detail about it there

[@miakayla2844]

I just took one of my panels off but it’s not long enough !!! how do I fix it ??? i don’t want it to be obvious that it’s got extra length 😂

[@lilyfoubisou]

omg nooo hahaha! Did you do 410 rows? if so, it should be long enough (I'm 5'9" and it's perfect for me!) The panels stretch out and can be very deceiving when they aren't assembled!!! If not, it can be really tricky but you can put the panel back on the machine...i do it by putting a stitch marker in each stitch and meticulously putting them back on each stitch of the machine. there might be a video on how to do that!!!

[@miakayla2844]

@@lilyfoubisou I Omg thank you so much !!! I miss calculated how long I wanted it because I’m 5,3 & wanted it a little shorter anyways I decided to take a few rows off & I got too excited & took it off the machine too early 😂😂😂completely my fault haha thank you for the help !!!

[@lilyfoubisou]

@@miakayla2844 omg no worries that's so understandable!!!! u got this

[@ItsTiffany]

Whats waste yarn and it’s purpose?

[@lilyfoubisou]

waste yarn is throwaway yarn you knit at the beginning and end of your panels to have the cleanest edge on your finished project! When you make a panel on the sentro, the first row is always looser and jankier looking than the rest so the waste yarn allows u to unravel until a neater row

[@ItsTiffany]

@@lilyfoubisou thank you sweety

[@ChristineDouchet]

je fait comme vous sa redéfait tout

[@briannahdesiree]

Nahh u ate thiss😍🫰🏽🫰🏽🫰🏽*snaps*

[@lilyfoubisou]

QUEEN thank you soooooooo much

[@سَديم-ر2ز]

Can you list what kind of yarn you are using? I link would also be appreciated

[@lilyfoubisou]

it's actually yarn from my shop!!! you can find it at foubisou.co/shop/yarn, but my website is currently down bc i'm preparing for a drop rn. It'll be back soon!!!

[@HeatherKinkopf]

Couldn't you tell me about how it would work on the knitting machine

[@Hutchs-hands]

Lily, I like your tutorials, but remember there are many like myself who are plus size and one panel is not going to fit a bustier figure. Anyway you could do a tutorial for same dress in a large size? Thx

[@Hutchs-hands]

Sorry, I meant to ask could you do a tutorial in size large?

[@lilyfoubisou]

I totally hear you!!! I know this is not size inclusive at all, I have just been making things in my size bc of limited time on my part but I never want to exclude anyone from my tutorials!!! I will definitely look into making a tutorial for larger sizes! In the meantime I would recommend following the same tutorial but using two panels for the front of the dress and two for the back of the dress! Unfortunately the machine only has 48 needles so you would have to have a front and back middle seam for any larger sizes :/ but there are flat bed knitting machines that are much more flexible in terms of sizing that I want to get into

[@tiffmitch702]

Understand nothing lol but beautiful dress 👗

[@FrostSoul-qs6kq]

HOLY SHIT AND HERE I WAS THINKING ITS IMPOSSIBLE ...

[@olgaolgaki264]

Ποσο στοιχιζει αυτη η μηχανη

[@sujanithavijapurapu6345]

Hiiii

[@jamilesouza9923]

❤❤❤😮😮😮 APAIXONADA 🫶

[@lilyfoubisou]

🫶🫶🫶🫶🫶🫶

[@rebelladyridesonslimsgisli4981]

It won’t work because I have a huge hip! This is cute dress.

[@luckyolzy]

This is so confusing, how come you have 2 pegs without yarn during the start of the video when cranking your waste yarn and then 5 pegs without yarn magically appear after you’ve finished cranking the waste yarn???

[@lilyfoubisou]

When you work in the panel mode the first few stitches always drop off. If you follow the tutorial it will come out the exact same as mine 😊

[@p0ll4kr4]

ok ehy was there the mint color waste why why what

[@HeatherKinkopf]

Lily my name is Heather another website just took your dress and is selling on Amazon for $16 dollara

[@lilyfoubisou]

Hi Heather!! thanks for telling me :/ this has been an ongoing issue sadly 😭 😭😭

[@ludmilap9359]

What brand of yarn did you use?

[@lilyfoubisou]

It's from my shop! you can find more info here: www.foubisou.co/shop/yarn