Master Class: one stop KNIT neckline & armhole sewing techniques. Neckbands, armbands, binding.

This is your one stop Master Class on everything you need to know about finishing KNIT necklines, armholes and simple sleeves with different sewing techniques like:
Neckbands
Armbands
Several types of Binding
I´m sharing how to measure circumferences and am giving you the standard measurements I uso to draft my own neckbands, armbands and different widths of binding. The sky is the limit and this allows you to make changes to your patterns to achieve the look you prefer, with professional looking edges. No fancy equipment needed, just your sewing machine.
Lots to see in this one-off Master Class!
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Patterns mentions, in alphabetical order
Blackwood Cardigan (Helen’s Closet). Video: • Getting creative with ...
Butterick 6680 dress. Video: • Butterick 6680. EASY &...
Margot peplum (Love Notions) hack: • Sybil Illusion skirts ...
Mirri Wrap dress (Wardrobe by Me). Video: • Sewing: EASY wrap bodi...
Sloane Sweater (Love Notions). Full sew along video: • New to sewing? Sloane ...
Tallinn Dress (Itch to Stitch). Video: • Sewing 3 knit neckline...
Tessa Sheath dress (Love Notions). Video: • Sewing together: FUN C...
Tidal Top (Love Notions). Video: • Tidal top/dress (Love ...
Uvita top (FREE from Itch to Stitch). Video: • Sewing 3 cool knit top...
Valley knit skater dress (Sinclair patterns). Video: • FREE Valley knit skate...
Vivace Dolman (Love Notions). Video: • Sewing: Overlapped V n...
Willow wrap dress (Love Notions). Video: • Re-release: Willow wra...
Not included in this video… but do you want to see LACE bands and binding??
Lace neckband, see in this video about the Willow wrap top: • How to sew a lace neck...
Lace neck binding, see in this video about the Rockford raglan: • Raglan sleeve FUN. La...
DISCLAIMER: The standard measurements shared with you for bands and bindings are my own and developed after extensive sewing experience and trial and error. They do not belong to a specific pattern or brand.
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[@Lorraine-yy8ey]

For cryin' out loud!! This video is fantastic! Excellent instructions, explanations, and visuals. You raised the bar so high that no one can get anywhere near it. Thank you, Karina!

[@micheletorrusio3477]

Thank you for your excellent content. Please know that we appreciate your creativity, hard work, and commitment!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I appreciate that!

[@englishrivieravanessa]

Limitless sewing options! Hurray for Karina! I love to sew with knits of all types & this video has just raised my game. So many hints and tips that are really useful and gives us confidence to adapt techniques and finishes to make our project unique. So generous of you to take such time and trouble to make high quality videos & showcase your high quality garments ❤❤❤

[@pollyandrade2125]

You speak so well and clearly and concisely! God bless you for this video!❤ You edit and structure your videos very professionally!

[@kerstinshadbolt1003]

I have just watched this video again to refresh my memory. Thank you again for this fantastic video!

[@micheletorrusio3477]

I thought of you today when I was unpicking a too short neckband. I should have followed your advice and measured the pattern pieces instead of blithely following the pattern! 😂 I have learned my lesson!

[@NewsfromtheGrove]

I'm so glad I found your channel! I love when you show us how to do a particular treatment to a project! So so (sew) helpful. Thank you for teaching this old dog new tricks 😊

[@ginarydin7560]

Very practical and logical. We like brained women whom can use math and create easier approaches. Good job! I love your videos and all the lovely things you make. Your wardrobe is top notch. You look more slender. Very lovely. Keep up the good work. May Jehovah bless you.

[@sandistogdell8119]

I should have watched this before I attached the neckline and sleevless arm bindings. I will be picking mine out!

[@Elkycreates]

Best video I’ve seen on treatment of knit fabric necklines and armholes. Very detailed and clearly explained. Thanks so much!!

[@judegoswell9493]

Thank you. This will be my 'go to' reference resource.❤

[@sewhappysarahr8912]

Oh my gosh Karina, what a fabulous video! I am going to go through it again and make ALL THE NOTES! I always learn something when I watch your videos, but this was chock full! Thank you for being such a wonderful teacher!

[@tinekevanderkwaak]

After watching this masterclass I decided to join on Patreon, this is so awesome I want to support

[@Muggy1170]

This video is the best explanation on necklines, binding etc. I use your method and successfully sewed my 1st neckband! I'm so thrilled. Love your videos. You are so knowledgeable. keep up the good work. So glad I found your channel.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Awesome 👏🏼 I’m so happy for you! The sky is the limit now.

[@hmf5328]

And a master class it was, simply amazing Karina. I absolutely adore your videos, your clear and precise instruction, and all the different options you provide for us poor beginner + medium + advanced sewists. You have something for all of us and I always learn something new and then incorporate it into my next sewing pattern. I saved this video and many others from your classes and will get back to them again and again. You make sewing simple but fun, and I just love how precise you are and going the extra mile to hand bast your necklines and armholes. My Mama taught me the same way and I still implement it today.

[@beckymtrier9257]

Thank you for sharing these techniques. The mystery behind determining the perfect length neckband for fabrics with varying degree of stretch has now been clarified for me. You are doing a wonderful job. I am now more confident sewing with knits and no longer feel they are out of my league.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m so happy for you! The sky is the limit now :)

[@bethjohnson9256]

Love your videos! Very helpful and loaded with great ideas. I plan on coming back to this video. I am wrapping up the Mirri dress and enjoyed your video for that make. Those neckline corners were getting me. I appreciated knowing I was doing it right ha lol…

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

it was a head scratcher for sure :)

[@orikmu7349]

Best sewing video ever. Honestly ❤

[@denisedorsey2889]

Now I understand why my neckband was too small. I measured at the edge. Thank you!! I just made a muslin for a knit top that I drafted from a RTW top. I added a neckband but didn't like the look. I just ended up turning the whole thing to the inside and top stitched it down. I think doing the double fold binding will give me the look I want. Perfect timing for this Master Class! I'm saving this video to my library for future reference. I'm certain I will be watching it often as I am just getting started with knits. Thank you for your thorough explanations and examples with actual garments. Karina, no one else puts out such excellent content. You really teach us rather than just show. I can't tell you how much my sewing has improved with your guidance. ❤️

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I always had a vision for my channel and I love teaching, so I do that. I’m so glad this will be helpful for you :)

[@rosac8168]

I am with you she is absolutely amazing with the time and effort she puts I wrote all in my sewing book for reference no more projects in trash lol

[@tinka4243]

This video is really REALLY helpful! Thank you very much!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sherylvitosh7209]

Thank you! One place for all the neckline and armhole information! Also adding no the text on the screen is helpful so I can scroll to the exact part! Excellent!

[@IvyRosethebus]

I just love your videos!!! Thank you!!!

[@sonialorenzo9223]

I love that we now have all the techniques in one video. Pretty good tutorial.

[@gache52]

I hate the math, too busy. I do all my calculations with my measuring tape. Double the amount, fold in quarters, etc... Works all the time. I am a subscriber and I do enjoy your videos. BTW, I've been sewing for 55 yrs.

[@allthingschihuahua273]

Thank you! I am working on sewing a cute doggie jacket, and I did not understand the instructions for how to sew a neckline at all. This helped me a great deal. Cute chihuahua coat here I come!

[@philiptipping6738]

Thanks very much, very comprehensive as all was. Cheers Mary

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You’re very welcome 😊

[@tammymasson2343]

What a fabulous resource to have all this in one video! Thank you so much! 💕💕💕

[@ymarrow]

Brilliant video, so helpful. Thank you so much.

[@junefynn3252]

This is so useful & helpful, especially the tip on hand basting the bindings & using a 1/4” foot, it will save me so much time seam ripping. I’m calling hand basting my new sewing super power lol. I’ve always thought it took too much time but it actually saves time redoing things.

[@debbiewhite3270]

I don't know how I missed this when it came out but now I've saved it. TY. So much fantastic, well explained instructions.

[@DoloresDeeBodnar]

your filming is excellent, I can see everything so clearly

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m so glad. I have a dedicated camera and tripod for up close footage :)

[@kuztwo]

Thank you for showing all these options in one video. I have struggled with so many bindings/bands and this video just put it into a perfect sequence for my brain to hold onto. It is wonderful to find someone who teaches the same way I learn. Thanks again!!

[@kathywalcott290]

Thanks Karina for showing your carefully done techniques. You are my inspiration!

[@belindacox4501]

Thanks Karina, it was very informative and good to have all the information in one place.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad it helps :)

[@doreenannafourie4125]

Thank you I've learned so much from you video and see where I have gone wrong. Wow amazingly helpfull

[@karenmcneil7546]

What a great informative video. No wonder you produce such lovely clothes 🙂

[@Painter931]

I will see these bands instead of folded hems. This looks so amazing. Jersey knit is my favorite fabric to sew. I know it's the difficult fabric but I love it.

[@christineennis4766]

Thank you another great video full of useful information. You explain it so well ,it shows that you enjoy what you do. Hope you and family are still keeping safe .

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yes I do enjoy what I do :) It makes me happy and fills up my days.

[@janetlaske36]

Thank you so much for this video. It’s been so helpful for me. I love the percentages. I guesstimate the length of my bindings which doesn’t always give me the result I’m hoping for. All your videos are so helpful but this one I really needed.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I guesstimate many things in my sewing but bands and binding I prefer to be more exact about and it saves some seam ripping time :) I’m glad this helps.

[@judithmonroe8602]

What a wonderful video! Thank you so much. I’m going to watch it again and take notes. I am so happy to hear someone say that they don’t like top stitching. I hate it and I’m not good at it either. So thank you for that.

[@eatriciadormer8069]

Thank you so much! Very helpful. I have been struggling, but now it’s a breeze!

[@caireenbrain9612]

So much information! Thank you!

[@sdcgren6301]

Hi thank so much for this great help with stretchy neckbands e t c. I’ve had trouble with this before, now I’ll buy some more jersey fabrics. Thank you again.

[@janedrolet2807]

Thanks again Karina! I pretty much know what I am doing, but I always come check out what you have to say when I am about to start projects. You often either show me, or remind me of an alternate way to do something..in this case binding/neck bands. Still working away at that capsule for Mexico. I had an internet technician in to do some repairs today and he had to go into my sewing room. He was pretty impressed with the projector set up.

[@skitchyjohnson]

Thanks Karina! I'm feeling very prepared for making some knits tops. I appreciate your time pulling this together. My confidence for doing nice necklines was holding me back.

[@katebeer975]

Thanks karina, you always explain things so clearly. I think I will use this guide for all bands now. ☺

[@suzyprickett9759]

Amazingly detailed video. Learned so much! I wondered if you would consider doing a video on different types of hems in the future? Thanks for sharing all your sewing knowledge. ♥♥♥

[@DemonsSister]

I'm with you, Suzy. I always DREAD hemming anything.

[@peggyr9623]

I learned so much from this video, it's amazing. I really like how you have come up with your own techniques for sewing and I am using them all. The measuring around the neck and armholes at the seam allowance instead of the edge is going to make my life so much easier. I will be referring to this video several times I think to make sure I am doing things correctly. Thank you so much!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m so glad this will be helpful for you!

[@cherylberry5982]

I’m so glad you put this all in one video. I will be using this video a lot.

[@barbarakushner5718]

Thank you for this video instruction. Just what I needed! 😊

[@marie-evebenoit3672]

Thank you so much!! Your teaching is spot on, and it's so helpfull !! This is an amazing ressource.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You’re very welcome 😉. I hope it helps you.

[@monikawidensky8815]

Perfect teaching. Yes, I did write down your recommendations and they will hang on my wall - for easy reference. Thanks a lot!

[@pbfoote59]

Thanks again for such a perfect video....SOOOO informative AND all in one place.

[@dianerincon3196]

Thank you for combining this information. It will be a fabulous resource!

[@mariapartington7910]

Always my go to , you are a amazing!! Excellent tutorials thank you again.!!!

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

A great video. I'll remember this to watch again and again as a reference. Thanks!

[@peggyclements806]

I always love your tutorials... I learn something new every time!

[@debbierenee7896]

Awesome Karina!! Thank you so much for breaking all of these techniques down in one video. It will be my go to reference. You sew so beautifully💕💕💕

[@andreajustice4476]

Fantastic video!! Thank you for putting all of these techniques in one place. I know I will refer back to this often as I experiment with my sewing.

[@Torontogal777]

Option: change the playback speed to slow down the video a bit.

[@elsafischer3247]

Thank you for your tutorial you really explain to any level of sewing

[@sallysaldin3011]

Yo are the best! Great explanations and visuals and just what I needed. Thank you so much!

[@debbierenee7896]

Thanks so much Karina, I watched this over and over again and am exciting now to do my first successful neck and armhole binding. I would love to see a tutorial on a V-neck binding as well. They can be very tricky. Please consider doing one if you have not already.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I have two ok V necks. Type in search: lifting Pins and Needles V neckband :)

[@karencastoldi1291]

Brilliant. Very clean.

[@kerstinshadbolt1003]

Thank you for such a helpful vlog, Karina! This will be a great reference for future sewing - it's just too easy to forget any of the important details so important for a good result. Thanks again!

[@Golondrinka]

Thank you. A lot of useful information and examples. Very helpful.

[@bwestney3]

You are an amazing teacher!!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊. I really love what I do :)

[@Lucy-yi7xi]

This video was amazing. I am a beginner, self taught and didn't know there were so many ways to bind. So happy I found this video.

[@kirstypemmapaterson3777]

This will be my go-to reference from now on as I had gone with 80% or followed pattern recently and had not great results. You have clarified why variations in % I had also been measuring the edge and wondered why my calculation varied from pattern too. all this excellent content for free.

[@christinem.connolly5899]

Very well done. Thanks I have taken many helpful notes. Christine

[@DoloresDeeBodnar]

You make it look so easy lol

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You can do the same :)

[@maryhull531]

This was fantastic Karina . Soooo good . Very informative . Well done and thank you for your kindness in sharing your talents .😘😘😘

[@g1nger21]

Fantastic thank you i know i will be using this for reference. After watching your contiousous bias binding video i am obsessed. I now have so much bias binding, it looks lovely on wooden cotton reels :-)

[@shirleybrumley8421]

I so love your channel!! I always learn something!

[@Salamandre995]

Very complete video, I keep it for sure...so much informations in it thank you so much Karina!!!!

[@janmiller1850]

So much of accuracy is knowing how stretchy your binding fabric is ... and a pattern can't tell you that. Your suggestions and examples based on different weights and types of knits were just brilliant. So lovely to have it all in one video. Ooh close to 15K subscribers! I'm surprised it isn't much more ... but it certainly will be (and before long). Thank you, Karina. 💚💚💚

[@maidenmakes]

You are brilliant, thank you so much!

[@user-uf1zm9dg2y]

Thank you so much for sharing all this wonderful information! Fabulous! Susan

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad you liked it :)

[@Sandra-ik6zs]

Thank you Katrina for sharing your techniques with us!😊 I have learned so much from you on finishing garments.

[@EileenR11]

Great tips as always Karina. Thank you so much. I learned a lot.

[@louisedavidson848]

Another awesome video!!!!! Thank you for the great lessons!!!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You’re very welcome 😉

[@JessicaDK1996]

I am learning so much from you!!! Thank you!!!!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You’re very welcome 😉

[@nozizwefulela3403]

Thanks again for a clear instruction.

[@SlowSewingMama]

Thank you so much for putting this together. I’m new to sewing and having all this information in one video is wonderful.

[@bitsnharry]

wow!! Thank you so much! This is a master class.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I hope it helps you!

[@katiedoessewing2218]

Fantastic ❤ so many thanks love ❤ all your videos thank you!!!

[@yll408]

Thank you for sharing! This is very, very, very helpful!

[@addassastrong596]

Truly happy you did thi video🎉❤😊

[@debbiebridges5121]

Thank you this was very detailed and just what i needed to make sense. 🙏

[@elizabethross5015]

Thanks Karina for all the excellent content you’ve shared over the years. I appreciate your knowledge and concise , simple explanations.

[@lyndamarshall9466]

Thanks so much for showing us how to get the perfect neckband! No more twin needle topstitching or gaping!🙂

[@sdcgren6301]

Hi wow, I had no idea there were so many different ways of finishing necklines, thank you so much again.

[@vickifenlon6279]

What a great vlog! Thank you so much! I have always measured the edge of the fabric and so I always struggle with a pucker...

[@susankidd9963]

Another great tutorial Karina will be very useful.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I hope it helps :)

[@bpwjones]

What a relief. I needed a masterclass in necklines and armholes, and you provided the techniques I needed. You are a fabulous teacher. Thank-you for taking the time to make this Karina.

[@charlotteanderson3727]

So so helpful, Karina! I made a little reference card with your recommendations. Can't wait to use them all. Thank you.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Awesome! These things truly work :)

[@sandrarowland7662]

Thank you so much, this was just what I needed. I am about to tackle finishing a cycle jersey where I am changing it to sleeveless, I was dreading working out how to edge the arm holes. This was so well explained!

[@patriciaswaim5133]

you are amazing teacher and seamstress

[@cynthiam8385]

Great tutorial! Thanks!

[@Brenda_O]

This is gold! Thanks so much Karina!

[@jackiemoify]

I’ve only just found this video. Thank you so much for making this. It has given me so much confidence to finish knits in particular.

[@malcur1]

You are simply the BEST!