Making an Outfit from Scratch in Under 5 Hours (Super Last Minute) | SEW WITH ME

Making the perfect autumn outfit in less than 5 hours and using my overlocker/serger to sew with stretch fabric! (last minute before going away for the weekend!). Thanks for watching x
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What I'm wearing: • DIY Gathered Midi-Skir...
Things mentioned:
Barbara Graves Instagram: bit.ly/3PiLL7b
Cord floral fabric: bit.ly/3NfSHAp
Whiskey jersey fabric (gifted): bit.ly/3yGFEng
Turtleneck sewing pattern: bit.ly/39MjXb4
Cord mini skirt tutorial: • How To Make A Cord Ski...
Equipment Used:
Camera: Canon G7X ii
Sewing machine: Brother FS101 (gifted)
Overlocker/Serger: Singer 14sh644
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[@abestkim]

Take a look at the direction your spools are unwinding with the double needle. If you're getting the threads tangled, turn one of the spools around so they are unwinding in the same direction and don't get twisted around each other.

[@janeseemann2527]

Yep, it’s definitely a spool direction issue.

[@RoseryApparel]

Ooh good to know! Thanks for sharing x

[@JB-vd8bi]

Thanks so much for sharing this!!

[@socorromedrano7399]

Never considered that. Excellent point. 💕❤️

[@thebebejebus]

And make sure you tell your machine you’re using a twin needle! I always forget to push the button.

[@cliftonmcnalley8469]

When I was younger, I made virtually all of my clothing. I saw no need for sewing anything other than "last minute". 😁 How many times did I wear shirts tucked in (unhemmed), sleeves rolled up (no time to add cuffs), and slacks hemmed with iron on tape! I miss those days. Fitting problems with my aging body makes for numerous hours in the sewing room to get anything to fit.

[@TheJaniebabe]

lovely outfit Janelle. Thanks for leaving your issues with the twin needles in so now we know how to fix them thanks to your wonderful viewers and their helpful comments 😊

[@RoseryApparel]

Isn’t it great! I’ve learnt so much from the comments of this video 😄

[@jacquelinek5036]

So cute! I can only wear a turtle neck for an hour before I start pulling at it. It's very annoying because they are so cozy and warm but I just don't like the feeling of something close around my neck.

[@rachelboersma-plug9482]

That whisky merino is delicious. No other word for it. I was tossing up between corduroy and denim for a skirt at Spotlight just the other day. Decided on the denim, and by the time I got to the nearest intersection I'd passed two beautiful corduroy skirts and was regretting my choice. And now your skirt pops up in my feed. I think the universe is telling me to make a corduroy skirt.

[@RoseryApparel]

Yep, definitely the universe telling you to make a cord skirt!

[@candacej.wilson3770]

Greetings from Philadelphia!! Beautiful job! ❤️💕When using stretch fabric, checking to make sure you check your needle type and size. Also dull needles will created breakage of thread. I love your sewing space light and airy and everything in place. I love keeping my sewing space while working. Thank you so much for sharing your time and space. Army Veteran! 💕❤️😎

[@MimiMakesStuff]

I’ve never seen anyone put a zipper in that way. It looks much simpler than how I have always done it. Thanks for the new way!

[@cynthia.m.piedra]

I knooooowwwwww!!!

[@dilshaad_23]

The way I was taught also ended up being less ideal than other methods I found on KZbin, and then managed to get better end-results too.

[@CatnipLingerie]

This is how I do all my zippers, it’s so easy

[@evasaker2476]

Accidently managed to post my comment before I was ready 😅 I was suggesting that you interface the waistband to help keep it’s shape when you wear it. It would also work better if you sew the buttonhole horizontally instead of vertical on the waistband. I really liked the way you put in pockets! Don’t you ever try your projects on during the process? I wouldn’t dare sew the whole thing up and hope for the best, I would be so sad if it didn’t fit or had ugly creases or pulls. Looking forward to your next make, they are always inspiring and I love your colour scheme!

[@cynthia.m.piedra]

Janelle! I am so impressed... five hours! It is a gorgeous outfit, I absolutely love it. I am so inspired by you I am setting up my sewing room to spend more time making clothes and having so much relaxing time being creative and using my skilled hands! What a precious gift it is... we better put it to work. Have a wonderful getaway and don't forget to share video or pics of the places you and Matt enjoyed together! XOXOX

[@kiraph]

Hi Janelle! With your twin needle, when threading one thread will hook into the right side and the other thread hooks into the left side (the thread guide) and then you thread your needle. Looks like you have both threads going through the same one. I used to do this (didn't realise there was a thread holder on the other side) and mine used to snap all the time. Hope this helps! Love the skivvy!

[@cziegle3794]

Yay top 90 comments. Love this content. Best to you and your family. Happy sewing.

[@RoseryApparel]

Thanks lovely!

[@evitaevita98]

That skirt is adorable! I have three little kids - 2, 4, & 6, so I'd have to make my skirt longer because I'm always running after them, but a mini-version looks so much cuter, especially with tights! I'll have to make a shorter version to wear on date night!

[@candiirabbit]

That floral corduroy is so cute. I would love it in a cool-toned pastel.

[@RoseryApparel]

There’s also a blue/pink version from memory!

[@Jessieisntanacronym2]

This pocket method blew my mind! I love learning new sewing hacks :)

[@RoseryApparel]

It’s a good one, isn’t it! 😄

[@opalpipkin6285]

I am so impressed with how you were able to put pockets in the skirt. That was awesome.And that is a beautiful turtle neck top. TFS

[@JenTheEllis1]

Thank you for this! Was planning on making a rise and fall turtleneck with my overlocker and rembered you made one in this video! I'm now more confident in completing it this weekend! Ready to have heaps of turtlenecks for NZ winter!

[@LilLadyAy]

I love how the fall look stood out, each time I see a pretty brown-orange theme anywhere I think of you.😊

[@RoseryApparel]

🧡🧡

[@janeseemann2527]

Cute skirt! Beautiful corduroy fabric! Pro tip - always interface your waistband for structural purposes. Also trim your waistband seams, rather than just clipping.

[@michelle10261]

Yes we all love spotlight here in Australia. Thank you

[@Emma-bv7oo]

Thanks for the overlocker threading hack, will definitely try it next time.

[@janeclark4338]

Your mini skirt brings back many memories of several self drafted minis made in my late teens. (I now make longer a-line corduroy skirts for Autumn/Winter) Love your inspirational sewing videos. ♥️

[@carolyngrotaers4454]

Adorable outfit, Janelle. 😍 My favourite material is corduroy, especially for the cooler months as it keeps you very warm. I think a tortoise shell button would also look adorable too. Your selected glasses and handbag match perfectly. 😍

[@olgakunene722]

Hi. I loved how the turtle neck looked with the bigger full skirt when you tried it on right after making it. Lovely work. I don't know if you've already done this, but a tutorial on using the overlocker for beginners, if possible, would be nice please🥺 if it fits to the general theme of your channel. Otherwise, love your work and the clarity with which you explain the sewing process. It's inspiring and easy for us beginners to follow.

[@olivers333]

I loved this! So quick and so cool. Love the music on this one. X

[@vikkibendle1749]

I love your videos…I’m definitely going to clean up my sewing room and make something! I have been a quilter but really want to make some of my own clothes and you provide sew much inspiration…thankyou☺️

[@RoseryApparel]

Thank you so much! You’re going to love making your own clothes 😍

[@susankidd9963]

What a great outfit I love Style patterns takes me back 50 years🤣👍👍

[@SheerStitchery]

Love the pairing of these fabrics and patterns so much!!

[@JB-vd8bi]

That merino is dreamy!! Beautiful video as always.

[@FalanaBlessed]

When using the twin needle it works better if you only put one thread through the thread guide before threading the needle. Skip the thread guide for the other. This helps with skipped stitches and breaking threads.

[@RoseryApparel]

Ahh ok! Thanks for letting me know, I’ll try that next time 😊

[@davidhutchison3343]

Love the outfit. It's reminding me to get back to the sewing room and finish off those stalled projects. So glad you traced out the pattern, preserving the original for future generations to use.

[@Mimi-pm4vp]

Beautiful makes.love the color combination. Thank you for sharing and inspiring me.

[@sarabrunsvold2461]

Super cute!!!! Perfect for fall!! Love the colors!!!

[@idalewis811]

You make it look so easy, which I know wouldn't be for myself, lol tfs

[@MNic13]

This outfit turned out lovely! Love the cord!

[@patriciaconiglio6717]

Adorable outfit. Enjoy your weekend getaway.

[@gammayin3245]

Beautiful work! You look lovely in this stunning outfit.

[@RoseryApparel]

Thank you 🧡🧡

[@kaytiej8311]

Very cute.

[@lyndarandall185]

Love the whole outfit especially the skirt. 🌺

[@sharonbrinders1224]

Love your outfit Janelle. Bag and sunglasses super cute too. Thank you for sharing this video. Enjoy your break. Remain blessed xxx

[@marystrachan3083]

Beautiful. My colors, too

[@amberghini]

I think this is my favorite outfit you've made! 😍

[@MegaBpop]

You look great with those colors. The skirt print is adorable.Thank you very much for showing all the details. I get intimidated reading the pattern instructions. Great camera view of all the sewing!!

[@RoseryApparel]

Thanks! I’m glad you enjoyed the video 🧡

[@elainebye9090]

Lovely outfit! You did so well sewing it, and it looks perfect on you. Gorgeous fabrics and colors. What an enjoyable video.

[@yougotmeinstitches1847]

Haya. Your out fit looks wonderful & both the fabrics complement each other perfectly. Looking great in them. Thanku 'sew' much for sharing. xx

[@mycharliequinn]

you did great and they both look great. I'd been looking at that floral cord on spotlight too, but it's 're really not my color. I'm so glad to see it used and looking amazing. on the twin needle threads snapping, your threads might bet twisting together before they can reach the needle, so what I'd do is take the treads all the way out and individually rethread the threads from the spool down to make sure there are no twists. that should meant that it takes longer before another twist can appear and before the threads can snap again. even though they're both going through the same guides you don't want to thread them both at the same time cause that can put twists in. sorry if you already knew this and did it off screen where I couldn't see. but, you know, it's always better to share ideas than it is to just not.

[@RoseryApparel]

This is super helpful, thank you!!

[@penneyburgess5431]

Very cute. Good job!

[@susanmcalister298]

They come together so beautifully. Lovely makes😃😃

[@RoseryApparel]

Thank you so much 🧡🧡

[@sunnyday3160]

Good job. You make sewing look so easy. I am new to sewing and just learning how to thread my serger or overlocker. I have seen other videos using the serger on knit fabric. It's Certainly worth a try.

[@patbuegeler7770]

Very nice outfit. Love your videos.

[@alexandra.in.the.garden]

Super cute! Love the colours and the floral print cord fabric is so pretty.

[@RoseryApparel]

Thank you! It’s such a pretty fabric 😍

[@safaarachid9697]

Amazing 😍❤️❤️ I like the colours sooo much

[@RoseryApparel]

Aw thank you 🧡🧡

[@BecR-R]

I had this fabric for the skirt in my stash thanks for the inspiration I just finished mine today using a vintage butteric pattern and I love it 🥰

[@RoseryApparel]

Aw yay! Love hearing this! Glad you were inspired to make a skirt for yourself 😊

[@evasaker2476]

I love the colours you’ve chosen for this outfit! I recently made a pair of trousers in exactly the same tone of warm light brown, like whisky or brandy 🤩 If you don’t mind I would give you a couple of tips - You don’t have to set the tension to zero to do the ”cheety” way of threading your overlocker, lifting your presserfoot releases all the tension. I would also interface the waistband as it

[@maureencullen1008]

Both of these look so good together.I am 68 and it is great to see you cutting the marking lines out rather than snipping them in and also the way you insert your zip.This was the traditional way I was taught and I think a lot of people don't know this.Cutting the marking lines out(so they form triangles) mean the seams etc. are more secure as you are not cutting into your seam allowance.It will also prolong the life of your garments.Basting your seam before inserting the zip ensures the zip is flat.Metal zips also look good exposed.Would you be able to do a tutorial on how you made your pockets?.Have you any tips on matching fabric colours when you buy online? Thank you to My Charlie Quinn on her advice for twin needle sewing.

[@MsCraftyWPB]

Sooo cute!!!

[@suebryant4237]

I had the same problem recently with the thread breaking, I did a number of things all of which didn’t work, then realised it had been a while since I’d changed the needle, hurray result !

[@kate_c_]

This is such an inspirational video, it's amazing how much you did in such little time!! Both pieces are gorgeous, I love them

[@RoseryApparel]

Thank you! I’m glad you found it inspiring 😊

[@corriefrancis7982]

Love the gorgeous pattern in the skirt. 😍😍

[@RoseryApparel]

Isn’t it pretty! I can stop looking at it when I’m wearing this skirt 😍

[@brigittedossor8167]

Lovely makes Indeed

[@carjen121]

Oh my goodness, you look beautiful I love your outfit. You have an amazing professional skills. Love your videos💕👏🏻

[@evepaludan7713]

Sometimes when I have thread breakage and I have fixed all of my tension and checked my needle, I turn my spool of thread upside down and it sometimes does the trick. Weird, I know!

[@Fsalaty]

Amazing 🌹🌹🌹 Love your videos💕❤️💕❤️

[@emmayochim]

I would have done a mock fly zipper. Still simple, but it would have helped you to avoid that small hole at the top of the zipper.

[@christink.5264]

Adorable sweater and skirt. I made some turtlenecks from knit this last winter (I’m on the U.S. so it’s spring here) and they were a great beginner project. Yours turned out lovely. That fabric looks dreamy. I have some cord fabric I want to make a skirt out of this fall! Thanks for the lovely video and inspo!

[@RoseryApparel]

Aw thank you! Glad you found it inspiring 🧡

[@anitacollingwood4224]

Maybe I’ll make my mini cord skirt this weekend! I’ve got a caramel coloured, 16 wale cotton cord. Definitely going to update the pattern to have pockets at the front, too 😄

[@FromSomewhereElse]

Beautiful 🥰

[@haleyfayeprice2417]

Obsessed!

[@amandatyler6050]

Super cute ✨

[@RoseryApparel]

Thank you 🧡🧡

[@jeanlinder1310]

Such a cute outfit!

[@RoseryApparel]

Thanks lovely 🧡

[@maureencullen1008]

Thanks also to Kimberly x

[@RachelBearn]

Loved these makes 😍 the colours are gorgeous and making me very ready for autumn although it’s 5 months away here in England 😂 Really loved the vintage skirt and the fabric made it even more vintage feeling but with a cute modern shorter length 💛🧡

[@jazzydesign]

Absolutely lovely! In love with the fabric choices too! I was wondering what sort of tripod do you use to film your sewing videos?☺️

[@mellinsomnia1]

I'm also having trouble with curved waistbands and zippers, but still managing to do them. However, I can't get the curbed hem in any way possible. I always end up adding a ruffle (not curved lol) 🙈 this is a lovely set 💜

[@catherineb6565]

I thrifted my overlocker and am learning how to use it. I got so excited when I saw you removed part of the arm to do the collar I had to go check and see if mine could do that too... 😣 no, it doesn't.

[@SarikasStitchingworld]

Awesome your outfit 👌 I like your video so much ❤️ 😍

[@RoseryApparel]

Thank you! That means a lot 🧡

[@simonecarvallhoartes2614]

Excelente trabalho👍

[@mrsdsdesk]

I absolutely LOVE that floral!! If you want to send any scraps my way, I’d totally pay for mailing.

[@claudiacrespi5247]

But for the Zip I prefer invisibile zip

[@fannyvalentin8634]

🌟

[@lfuentes4098]

Very cute. Have you ever tried making a fly zipper? That would look very nice on your corduroy skirts.

[@RoseryApparel]

I just gave it a go recently on a pair of trousers! It was a lot more challenging then I thought it’d be, but it looks so professional 😍 You can see the trouser video here if you like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZasq6ytf72bo7c

[@lexikon3310]

Das ist ehrlich farblich die perfekte Kombi 👍Ich finde die Rockform allerdings etwas zu A-Linienförmig u finde, er steht am seitlichen unteren Rand etwas zu sehr ab Such könnte ich mir die Kombi gut mit einem passenden Gürtel vorstellen. Das würde das Ourfit noch etwas abrunden 😃

[@MsKathrynGrace]

Can you share what you have your machine set to, and what needs your using? I have the same machine and I can never get my setting correct, even though I have tried starting everything at 4 and changing slowly at a time.

[@tarasharp2356]

Hello, sending this all the way from the other side of the world, literally lol. Belize 🇧🇿, Central America to be exact. But can you please do a video on making a simple cover for sewing machine,embroidery machine or cricut machine. I would love to make for family and friends but need your guide. Hope to see it on your KZbin channel soon, which i am already subscribed to 🤗🥳

[@RoseryApparel]

Hi lovely! Thanks so much for watching 🧡 I’ve shared a sewing machine cover in this video which you might find helpful: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppnFp6WwlqifgpI

[@sarahnaomi23]

GORGEOUS 😍 Can I ask what paper you use to trace your patterns? x

[@RoseryApparel]

It’s cheapest baking paper I can find at the supermarket! It doesn’t have a wax coating which means it’s terrible for baking, but perfect for tracing 😄

[@mbalimadonsela1920]

Wait, can you do a seperate video on how to do your zipper, please

[@gisellejones1139]

The outfit is very nice 👌 Not a fan of the black tights tho

[@disneygirljamie9974]

Where did you get the pattern? I cant find it on Ebay. I love it!

[@RoseryApparel]

I found it at an op shop/thrift shop 😊

[@lil-al]

Why do you have to cut the little triangles to the outside? I cut them inwards, and never had a problem!

[@RoseryApparel]

I prefer to cut them on the outside so they are out of the way, plus I serge/overlock my seams

[@lil-al]

@@RoseryApparel Ah ok. I just find it fiddly to cut them outwards!

[@ayanamonay4193]

Where’d you get the peg board ?

[@RoseryApparel]

From a hardware store then I just painted it!

[@PeteJustPete]

Miss your old music, for some reason it was light and calming and it seemed to match your sweet personality; even the new one is more lo-fi style

[@RoseryApparel]

I use the same song in pretty much every video and like to change it up every now and then.