How to sew with Knit Fabrics + How to make simple Headbands

We all love knit fabrics but have you been scared to sew with them?? Then today is your day! Never fear! Just learn a few tricks...
I'll share all the ins and outs of knit fabrics, and you'll be sewing in no time...on a standard sewing machine. Yep. That's right! You don't need a serger here. THEN we'll tackle a simple knit-fabric project by making my favorite stretchy headbands. Make 5, make 10, make them as gifts for everyone you know! Come sew with me.
SEWING MACHINE recommendations:
My current sewing machine is a Baby Lock BRILLIANT. If you're looking to buy a good entry level machine, I also love the other machines in the series called JOY, ZEAL, and JUBILANT. You can purchase and read some reviews on this site:
JOY sewing machine:
shrsl.com/27q2h
ZEAL sewing machine:
shrsl.com/27q2j
JUBILANT sewing machine:
shrsl.com/27q2k
VISIT MY SITE FOR MORE IDEAS + PATTERNS:
www.madeeveryday.com/
- Dana

[@DenisePoole-Closet-Crafts]

Thank you very much for a clear video which is easy to understand. Everything about is clear from the camera shots to the clear way you explain. Thank you.

[@ellendonohuecramer6010]

Dana, you are an excellent teacher! I have learned so much about sewing from you. Thank you for sharing you “gift” with others.

[@darilitch]

I work with jersey yarns that I make all the time, but I've always been scared to try sewing with them! THANK YOU! What a great and easy tutorial. I am really inspired to do some turban headbands now!!

[@BrendaLikeWhoa]

This was an excellent lesson! I just bought my first sewing machine today (kind of an impulse buy, if we're being honest) and I wanted to make my own workout headbands. The zig-zag stitch tip was super helpful because I bought spandexy fabric to work with. Thanks again from a new fan!

[@byusaranicole]

Yes! I found the overcast stitch on my own! Glad I'm not crazy! Lol! Thanks for the cute tutorial! So much for information here!

[@deborahdosunmu4778]

Dana Thank you for taking time to teach and shown how sewing can be fun! Really enjoy all your videos😊

[@makmotions5973]

This is so helpful! I'm going to sew shirts at my uni into scrunchies and headbands for our up-cycling workshop so I'm using this video as a reference. Thanks so much for sharing how to make headbands!

[@RituSharma-es7cx]

I just made this with scrap materials. Thank you for the tutorial and the detailed instructions :)

[@StuffsewnbyJoan]

Nice tutorial! Thank you. I have knits (even some that I jacked up). Thanks for explaining the difference. I think I can do this!

[@danadewey9405]

Hey, Dana. I've been seweing for about 45 years and still benefit from watching your videos! So much fun. Thanks for your fun projects! (I'm also a Dana)

[@thecharmeddaisy3043]

You're a terrific teacher! I like the encouragement I feel when watching your videos!

[@reneel4094]

You're awesome! Your instruction videos are helping me so much! Thank you for showing the different stitches using jersey fabric…I've been tentative to sew with it, but now I'm going to try it!

[@SparkyOne549]

Use a polyester thread and use a knit or jersey needle. I don’t know why this wasn’t mentioned.

[@debbiechittick4755]

Hi Dana! Thank you for this video. I can't wait to do this with my grand daughter. She will love it.

[@n.w.414]

This is the answer I have been looking for to help my young granddaughter to grow out her bangs. We try to clip the up but they are all lose by the end of the day. I think a cute stretchy headband will be a big help. I am also trying to add some elastic to a swimsuit for her mom and really appreciate your teaching about sewing stretchy fabric!

[@thornhillpediatrics4128]

I love your videos! I only started sewing a few months ago after taking 8 classes. Now I rely on your videos for everything else! And your personality adds so much to the videos!!

[@MADEEveryday]

aww thanks! What a sweet comment! Have fun with your sewing adventures :) Dana

[@beepbeepneeeerrrrrm]

I love every one of your tutorials! It gives me hope! haha!

[@MyLittleStars3]

Thanks so much for making this video! My daughter purchased a cute head band from a skate shop and loves it like crazy. She paid a little too much for it in my opinion. So I took her to the swap meet where they sell surplus fabric from LA's fashion district for only $2 a yard. We were looking for videos and the head bands you make are just like the one she purchased but with a larger bow for a "Rosie the Riviter" look. She's now well on her way to making her own head bands.

[@shyannekpana]

I made my first sewing project it took me three tries to make this. Thank you so much!!for being so simple yet through with your explinations!

[@MADEEveryday]

Awesome! That makes me really happy to hear! Thanks for sharing and watching :) Dana

[@georgettesledge6079]

I love your head bands,I had a problem with sizing them. YOU HAVE made it so EASEY for me. Thank you 😚😙

[@MADEEveryday]

That's great to hear! Have fun sewing :)

[@allthingsby_summer8542]

I was literally just thinking last night, “ I wonder if I can figure out how to use knit fabric” and this was recommended!! Thank you for a great tutorial, so informative and fun!

[@MADEEveryday]

Hahaha. Awesome! Have fun sewing! :) Dana

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much 😊 Dana. I’m just about to make a dress 👗 in knit fabric, so you’re tutorial has been really helpful and useful.

[@skiyogagirl]

love your videos! I am new to sewing and have watched lots of your videos and I am now helping my daughters learn. They are having a blast with it! Cannot wait to buy some knit fabric or re-purpose a t-shirt or 4 !!!

[@teacheraprilrogers]

Great video. I am a very experencied sewer and still find that I learn things from then. Plus cute projects. I live to sew knits hope this helps people take a chance and realize they are easy to work with. Oh and I am almost convinced my next machine will be a babylock. Love the cute thread feature. Wish my Brother had it.

[@MADEEveryday]

Thanks April! I'm glad you enjoy even though you've been sewing for years. Great to hear! :) - Dana

[@KatyWirth]

You're like an angel for people just starting sewing. I love your channel. Thank you!!

[@MayHui]

So much fun to do your tutorials :) Thanks for sharing.

[@janicedenton6548]

Hi Dana, I really enjoy your videos. You make your projects so much fun and easy. Thank you

[@47bettie]

Great pretty headbands quick and easy!!! Thank you for sharing! Liz...

[@patriciajackman7159]

Hi Dana thanks for sharing. I will be trying out with my nine year old daughter soon we are always experimenting with sewing and craft. love your projects

[@juliaedwards3515]

thank you!!! that was so easy and fun to do at the same time. I just purchased my sewing machine and loving it thanks to you.

[@2jsplace]

Hi, I have been having a fun time sewing scrunchies from remnants and cut up old clothes, to sell at small town FM. Then I saw a cool wide head band on someone and she took it off and showed me (about 10 x6 in tube or 20in before tubed) but for so long I could not vision how you made it into a tube. Just brain cells wouldn't go there. So, I googled "sewing tubular head bands" and found you and the "second inside out half way thing," and I know it's silly sounding, but what a victory! I'm so happy. Mystery solved, and I will make more of these wide bands that really hide sparse hair and roots, and so forth. Great for this windy place too. Thank you thank you! Twojays/Montana

[@andibean85]

Great tutorial, very informational! I think I will be using this video again! You make it look fun and easy!

[@sharongreenaway2049]

Love your tutorials! Thank you

[@camigiffin]

you are amazing! i love your enthusiasm and your voice is just naturally engaging... also i bought some fabric at my local shop and without realizing it bought one of your fabrics! thank you!!

[@SuperParty1984]

Thank you so much for sharing all your knowledge. I'm new to all this and is simple to follow. Thank you for all tricks.

[@peggiesuejackson6793]

WOWZERS - easiest tute to follow! Thank you so very much! Just made 4 of these!

[@oMissSmileyo]

You're my favorite! Please don't ever stop making videos. I've been waiting for this one - can't wait to make some today! Thank you so much!!

[@MADEEveryday]

Fantastic! Have fun making them for everyone you know :) I like addictive projects :) - Dana

[@QueenB1066]

Thank you for sharing this. I really needed this video....It's awesome!

[@iknithappy]

Thank you so much! I have been waiting for this tutorial!! Yeah!

[@reneepasquale3917]

All I can say is I’ve been watching you -and you are fabulous, and adorable-easy and great videos! I share your love of sewing -I own and operate a sewing and quilt studio -I too really enjoy working with Babylock sewing machines! Your videos are clean, crisp, and easy to follow with wonderful photos and instructions! Keep doing you-I enjoy watching! ❤️✂️🧵

[@MADEEveryday]

Thank you so much Renee! I appreciate the great feedback! :) Dana

[@lizmartinez15]

great gift idea! i may get brave and try on my serger! next time I'm at joanns going to look for knit remnants! thank you and thank you also for explaining the difference between 2 and 4 way and also which stitch to use, super helpful!

[@msCarmell99]

I've struggling so much for hours on how to make my cosplay wristbands/sweatbands and all it takes is for me to go back to your channel (as always) for me to actually finish it 😂😂😂 I've only started sewing a few months ago and you've really helped me a bunch since the start of my journey!! Thanks so much

[@MADEEveryday]

Haha. Awesome! Thanks for sharing :) Have fun with your costume! Dana

[@nhcharmedone]

Love your videos and you always explain everything very well!!

[@frees-anar8187]

Great information and presented in a manner that anyone can understand. Thank you!

[@lovdolls]

You make great videos I enjoy them so much. Just needed a reminder how to do the headbands haven't made them in a long time. Thanks so much.

[@diannerippon7349]

I love your videos & I love your enthusiasm & the way you explain how easy sewing is. I also love your clean work areas & lighting - very professional. Since coming across your channel I have made a few items for my grand children. It is a joy watching & I have to say I enjoy sewing now!!! So Dana thank you for sharing.

[@MADEEveryday]

Oh awesome! Thanks Dianne for sharing that! and your grandkids are lucky to have you sewing for them :) Have fun with your projects! Dana

[@marybell186]

Such great easy directions! You do such a great job! Thank you do much!

[@brynngaynor1376]

@made every day I love wearing headbands so this video is perfect for me :)

[@3Calypso3]

Thank you so much! I learned a lot from your videos!

[@susanstewart7365]

Thanks so much for the advice. I may have to either wing it or buy a zigzag attachment. The lady that owned it was Mennonite so the only attachments she had were for quilting, embroidery and to sew frills. And a buttonhole maker which is the only one I was familiar with.

[@elizabethseaworth3382]

Oh wow, I had no idea you wrote that book! I have that book in my collection and really like it! I love your easy to sew tutorials - thank you for all you do.

[@MADEEveryday]

Hahah. That's so awesome! Yay! Have fun sewing Susie :) Dana

[@tashadmeyers3724]

Love your videos! So very helpful! Thanks for sharing!

[@jeanettegonzalez2151]

OMG!!! i love you !!!! your videos help me sooo much, thank you :)

[@kikiskiwis]

This video was awesome, thank you so much! Made a bunch of quick headbands from knits. If you have trouble sewing the opening of the tube closed (the first time, with the machine doubled up part) I think it is easier if the headband is wider. 😁

[@malona23]

Thank you Dana!! Love your videos

[@vickiefreeman2055]

Thank you! I am going to make some for my granddaughter.

[@lindajordan6502]

Love your headband ideas!

[@margarettequesada356]

I love your videos, hope you can have a tutorial on making baby dress because each of your tutorial is much easier compared to others..

[@jamiebianco]

Wow! Great video. Nicely done and I look forward to venture into knit with my regular machine. :) Thank you!

[@donnapoultney4701]

Great video with clear concise instructions, thank you so much.

[@victoriabray673]

I love that you use a baby lock sewing machine!

[@jesusfirstto-the-pointendt4552]

Needed this video big time! Thank you!

[@janstritz7255]

Fantastic video, no talking on and on, you presented the information and did not waste my time with chatter.

[@Rashana1031]

Thank you I made my first one today

[@finalscansuckit]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! Wearing headbands is much nicer after chemo and softer on the head and I’ve been able to make ones with all my own soft fabrics now bc of this! So thank you!!

[@MADEEveryday]

I'm so glad it's helpful, Emily! ❤️

[@TheSouthernPastryChef]

Yay!!!!! I was super happy to see another video!!!! You are so cheerful and the BEST to watch!!!! I can't wait to see the NEXT one!!! :) Thank you for being such a great inspiration!

[@MADEEveryday]

Melisa Henley Aw thanks Melisa! - Dana

[@muanmang]

Sooo cute headbands ideas ❤️❤️🎀😍😘

[@dopeyd99]

can't wait to make these for my daughter!

[@karlaquehl364]

Hey Dana, I have been binge watching your videos... Guess what There are so many Ideas and I want to try them all! I already learned how to make a zipper bag, although it was not near as pretty as yours.. my girls love them. Thank you for posting such great videos! I am a beginner so I am definitely learning alot!

[@karlaquehl364]

I bought an Embroidery machine from my mom, and went right out and bought myself a sewing machine as well.. not the fancy one you have but I am having alot of fun creating plus I see where I need to break from your video (pause it) and embroider my own design on the item.. and then finish up with your videos! Thanks again!

[@TinkerHand]

Great video! You´re always so motivated and positively :) Please keep that :) That´s very good.

[@TealCheetah]

Who else is here to make headbands with buttons for healthcare workers?

[@courtbollino]

Vee Dragon 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@chrystalb705]

🖐

[@janetfoster230]

Vee Dragon 😊

[@catherinestewart8724]

Yep.

[@wendygullett6624]

Meeeeee! This is a fantastic tutorial. Stay safe everyone.

[@biamexican]

First video I've seen of yours and it was very informative already subscribing!

[@MyJrios]

can't wait to try this! I might use up all my t-shirts lol....

[@MADEEveryday]

+Julia R. Sounds perfect! :) - Dana

[@planetniffer]

wow love your energy and your explanations are incredibly crystal clear. thanks so much! what dimension rectangle would you recommend for a baby rather than child?

[@laurarose8931]

You make this look so fun! I'm going to practice on some headbands then try to turn old t-shirts into skirts with the pencil skirt tutorial.

[@MADEEveryday]

Thanks, Laura! Have fun :)

[@catiekinss]

Laura Rose 🌹 nice

[@geraldinelombardo7897]

Love the idea! How cool. Would it work, meeting the short ends together first, then sewing the long ends leaving a gap for tuning? I would think it would be less of a challenge then trying to eeping those small ends together. Especially with a knit.

[@krystalminton9899]

LOve your tutorials. If I decide to start doing this on a budget, would you suggest polyester knits from a fabric store or Walmart. All the rage now, people making twisted headbands, but they just don't look right to me. I love the way you do yours.

[@kayenjee]

I like the tutorial, but I LOVE your bun. :)

[@msdolly]

LOVE LOVE!!! thank you for sharing!

[@kokomorsy]

thanks a lot for every thing you do

[@natalieropp1324]

so cute

[@mariagoumas6135]

I love these head bands

[@Emma.Rose_]

WHAT?!?! I had NO idea that you wrote that book! One of my favorite fabric books!!!! :D

[@MADEEveryday]

Thanks, DeAnna! :)

[@skojigoquist9288]

This was so funny :)

[@emmab954]

You are so nice and helpful! 😊

[@ItsGraceHerrera]

So helpful. Thank u. BTW. I like the designs of your fabric. Want it :)

[@amandarachelle13]

Your tutorials are my favorite! They have really helped me gain a lot of sewing skills :)

[@MADEEveryday]

Thank you Amanda! That's great to hear. Thanks for watching 😊

[@euniceopaleke6915]

Great tutorial, Dana

[@katherinemoore6937]

Hi Dana, I just subscribed to your channel. Glad I found you!

[@devonniacollier3473]

Can you do a video on how to make a jacket or a child's jacket?! Love your creations they are so informative for us beginners

[@valeli9660]

I really enjoyed this tutorial!!!

[@Babiij_08]

I love your channel. I've been sewing for two 1/2 years now and love watching channels like yours that help me create things the way I learned to sew through KZbin 🙈😂

[@nelvakirana]

I love your sewing machine! 😂😂

[@sarahosmari7870]

I know this youtube channel is fairly old but i like how you demonstrate your craft work. Is it possible if you can show how to make wrist band ? I bought ribbed knit fabric to make them but I seem to have no clue how to start. Love how you demonstrated how to make neck ties so easy and fun 😊

[@christinachetty9946]

Iam loving ur tutorial

[@lyricwritertoo]

Cute bands. I think i picked a too think and not stretchy enough tshirt for my first one. But for the one that you sewed the small band on it, just turn it after you sewed it on, so the seamed edge is inside.

[@debbiechittick4755]

Super cute! And I love your book! I bought it from Amazon. It is stuffed full of information.

[@sarahmyers3100]

Just what I was looking for!

[@rosyittoo8918]

Thanks dear teacher, yr video is awesome,will try all these ,hug n kissesssssss🌷

[@marietteforget7804]

Hi Dana and thanks a million for another great tutorial! I'm a newbie in sewing and haven't sewed any knits ... yet! Watching your tutorial is very helpful! I have a question about knit: does it have a straight grain like cotton? If I buy the one that is stretching in every direction, can I cut it in any direction? Thanks and have a great day! 😎🌸

[@user-yh1kj6dn2c]

Thank you so much ❤

[@Babyturban.co_]

Hi Dana, you’re the best😘