JULY SERGER SAVVY: PUT SOME CORK IN IT!

[@esperansaloughran693]

Luv, luv, the window idea on the cork, new to cork as well, looking forward to it.

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@esperansaloughran693 I’ll use a small rotary cutter to keep the edges clean on the windows.

[@gailthecrafter]

Hi had an appointment so I watched the replay. From Columbus Ohio.

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@gailthecrafter thanks and let me know if you have questions!

[@leahgreenwalt1219]

Seems to have opened up a new world for everyone by using cork😊

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@leahgreenwalt1219 it certainly opened up a new stitching “fabric” for me!

[@AndyMartinMakes]

I haven’t used cork, either. I’ll add it to the list! Thanks, Gail. Good luck getting your cameras working again.

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Hi Andy, I'm in my studio working on the cameras right now-UGH! Thanks for watching!

[@GailPatriceDesign]

BTW, cork is easy to serge in overlock and coverstitch mode. I was pleasantly surprised.

[@LondaBurkett]

Hi Gail from rainy Toledo! I have just discovered serving in cork an do do LOVE it!!

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Hi Londa, From hot, humid CT! Serging on cork is much easier and uncomplicated than I thought it would be. Glad you think so too. Let me know what you create with it and hope all is well! Thanks for staying in touch.

[@susannesmith687]

Hi Susanne, Ontario, Canada 🇨🇦

[@dianeragusett1772]

Hi Gail! Watching the replay.

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Hi Diane, Thanks for watching!

[@kvanacoro]

Sorry I missed the live, but still playing with my L890QE and practicing the techniques I learned from you at our Pins and Needles class in Mt Kisco

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Hi ! Keep me updated on your projects and if there is anything you need help with, just holler! Looking forward to visiting Pins & Needles this fall.

[@denises7388]

You still did a great job despite the video gremlins. Thank you.

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@denises7388 thanks Denise.i think I’ve got the problem figured out and thanks for watching!

[@sherimehl6237]

Your serger lesson using cork was outstanding! I learned a lot and now need to review the video. I was not clear about the coupon you mentioned. I am purchasing the B990 and would like to know if a coupon can be given to use on your fork and fusion tool? I also would love to see a video using the fusion tool on velveteen and decorative stitches using the serger. Thanks again for all your videos and tips.

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@sherimehl6237 hi Sheri, the $100rebate coupon is from BERNINA of America for BERNINA/bernette machines and software. I made a Crossbody Bag from black velveteen and used Thread Fusion with (2) 12-wt threads and a silver embroidery thread. It was my version of a Chanel bag (without the price tag!) Glad you enjoyed the Serger Savvy (despite my camera problems that I’ve almost figured out). Cork is a brand new “fabric” for me to stitch on and it’s easy!

[@salliesirhal3402]

Hello from nearby southern Rhode Island

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@salliesirhal3402 hello from CT! Thanks for tuning in today

[@deidrapowell8762]

I was just wondering about cork!

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Hi Deidra, As mentioned in the video, it was my first time stitching on cork. It was surprisingly easy and using ELx705 90/14 needles-no skipped stitches. There are different brands and qualities of cork. SallieTomato's was excellent. Thanks for watching!

[@deidrapowell8762]

@@GailPatriceDesign I use cork in bags on the sewing machine. You have given me something to try myself on the serger!

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@deidrapowell8762 Let me know how you do, or better yet, send a pic! Thanks.

[@lyntonblair9016]

Does stitching cork tend to make it weaker? I can imagine that the line of holes would tend to make a breaking line... espescially if the stitch length is short...

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@lyntonblair9016 Hi Lynton, So far I’ve found that cork is very resilient. I actually ripped out the original stitching because I didn’t like the thread colors. When I looked at it you could not see needle holes on the right side. I stitched over those lines and it was perfect and didn’t show any signs of weakness or stress. I thought the same thing that you asked about and was pleased to see that it doesn’t weaken the way vinyl, etc. Not sure if all brands of cork would react the same way. Probably a matter of product quality. Sallie Tomato’s cork is excellent. Thanks for watching Serger Savvy!

[@lyntonblair9016]

@@GailPatriceDesign Hi Gail, thanks for your observations.

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@lyntonblair9016 thanks for watching Lynton!

[@karenyates8826]

Karen from Portland Oregon

[@janicekoropoulis6195]

Indiana