Overalls All the Way!

[@gettheetothestitchery]

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[@alyssajennings8668]

For stretch percentage, I always just take 10in and stretch it, because if it ends up at 14 its got 40% stretch! 17.5 and its got 75% stretch! I like to make it easy on my non-math brain :)

[@rysj]

Oh that's a good tip! I have a printed chart that my sister made for me years ago working from that same idea: I put one end at one line and stretch, and she marked off every 5%! I have dyscalculia so I really can't do numbers or math very well!

[@hpkitch7356]

I'm taking that for my brain too. Thanks for the tip!

[@auntietara]

That is so smart! I also have no mathiness in my brain.

[@shaynawynkoop4177]

certified genius right there...*high five*

[@annazann7236]

For vertical stretch - it really depends on the length of the dress. I usually just hang it for two days and measure the hanging fabric. Otherwise it will somehow end up too long every time 😅

[@sophiewiest1493]

its just so cute and a little sad for myself that some 'random strangers' on the internet do a better job in keeping track of another random persons sewing machine cleaning schedule than I do with my actual important stuff :,) Edit: coffee in chocolate cake? Now I wanna bake too!

[@gettheetothestitchery]

Coffee all the way! You can’t taste it at all, it just makes the coco powder richer in flavor.

[@thalinororcbreaker2840]

It's not sad. Everyone has their own talents, strengths, and weaknesses. Embrace being you.

[@OrigamiMarie]

​@@thalinororcbreaker2840 also we are made to look after each other. Humans can't survive alone, and we are hardwired to help like this.

[@thalinororcbreaker2840]

@@OrigamiMarie ❤️

[@roefane2258]

I love the fabric fort that significant other made with the fabric out of the dryer. That’s incredibly sweet!

[@e.keesey]

Me too. Mine wads things up😢. He does wash and dry.😂

[@asiabryant207]

14:50 Ughhhhhh I should have cleaned my machine when you first asked us to remind you. Now I should REALLY clean my machine

[@BookCat18]

My machine just gets really cranky and starts throwing stitches like a drunk girl at a bar throws punches if they think that the girl next to her is trying to steal her man so I have to clean it regularly or it literally won't work 😂

[@kt7087]

Clean it!!!

[@zythe69akaru]

​@@BookCat18i felt this!!! XD

[@LizBroekhuyse]

Tip for binding: measure the length of the seam you are binding, and cut your binding strip so that when stretched it is that length. I don’t even add seam allowance, it’s usually in the right ballpark if you do this. That way it accounts for the unique stretch % of the fabric and no math!

[@gettheetothestitchery]

That’s a great tip - I’ll do that next time!

[@madysencallahan2917]

I’m new to sewing knits and this is SOOO helpful, thank you!!!

[@ironkitten82]

I quit working on a project earlier today because I didn't want to have to figure out how long of a strip of binding I needed... so glad I read the comments! Thank you!

[@melimsah]

You should include that sewing machine cleaning every time it comes up, because it'll also remind the rest of us to clean our dang machines lol

[@ShanaH414]

You: I’m 60 inches … Me: Me too! Shorties! You: …to my shoulder. Me:😭

[@taytribe806]

I'm 61-62 inches (total height)!

[@emmalemon26]

I love jumpsuits. Somehow they make it look like you made effort with your outfit, when all you did was chuck on one piece of clothing. Very chronic illness friendly for me

[@stinersthewinner]

Jumpsuits and dresses!

[@emmalemon26]

@@stinersthewinner yes, definitely!

[@raraavis7782]

That is so true! Same with dresses 😅

[@apcolleen]

What's funny is opposite to Charlie, I made two compression dresses to wear around the house for my dysregulation lol. I made one out of power mesh and I didn't use a pattern. I just made two squares a little wider than wood fit around my hips and made it into a tube, and then pinched out the waist and torso. And then resew the seams and adjust again if needed. I chose power mesh because it comes in lots of colors and you don't have to hem it so I just trimmed the top and bottom with a rotary cutter and it's like a full body tube top except except it doesn't roll up or down. And I surged the edges and I wear it with the surged side out because it will cut into my skin lol. I suppose I should try a rolled hem on the next one for the side seams.

[@emmalemon26]

@@apcolleen that's pretty inventive! Does it help?

[@sugarbee00]

not only do i love ur videos all the time i also love that you put proper subtitles too instead of auto generated. things like the outro tidbits and the "[crazed laughter]" really put personality and help convey what i miss with my poor hearing and audio processing (somewhat hard of hearing. mostly poor processing. cant hear without my subtitles). its just Very Nice to have some good accessibility with pizzazz

[@rosey_ie]

Can also HIGHLY recommend The Welsh Twins for EXCELLENT 👌🏻 non-auto generated subtitles, and excellent fun and humour too 😊

[@fruitsaladcowboy]

seconding this!!!!! as another person with audio processing problems, the effort put into the subtitles makes this channel even more lovely to watch :]] i appreciate it a million

[@dorithegreat6155]

Today I'm watching not from a train but from a hospital (don't worry, I'm fine). I'm not thrilled about my surroundings, but I am thrilled that I have a new The Stitchery video to watch!

[@moda78z]

Take care! ❤️

[@apcolleen]

I had a tree fall over my bed this morning because of the hurricane. No one was hurt. I had only gone to bed an hour earlier at 6:00 a.m. 🫠

[@moda78z]

Charlie, maybe you could bake with us on your other channel? I think that would be loads of fun 👍

[@gettheetothestitchery]

It would be fun to do a baking video again! I’ve been so out of the baking mood lately, but I’ll see if the upcoming new season of GBBO ramps up my baking fervor.

[@dees3179]

I made millionaires shortbread yesterday. I live alone. I have no visitors coming. Nom nom nom. Do not encourage me to bake anything more, I need to get my sewing done instead…..before I need to extend every pattern by a metre width wise…….

[@edieboudreau9637]

​@@dees3179😂😂😂

[@debm460]

You are so creative and resourceful. I’m surprised the pattern designers or other sewists haven’t (Haven’t seen anyone) thought of this! This looks really comfy and cute. Could sleep in it or for schlepping around the neighbourhood. Good job and be prepared to be copied! Going to make one :-)

[@marieke-88]

Totally agree:) Would love to see a baking from you video again😊

[@dilfpickler]

I love all of them!!!! I will say im extremely partial to the snake ones!! I remember that fabric!! Also my partner saw the thumbnail of this video, looked at me and said, "Those look really comfy 🥺🥺🥺" 🥰🥰 So of course they're also getting like 3 pairs of these!! (After i clean my sewing machine!)

[@gettheetothestitchery]

Comfy knit overalls for everyone!

[@FlamorineFashions-yy7ji]

The stripes and snakes/red ones are very cute, but that solid burgundy one is just breathtakingly gorgeous!

[@MakoTehShark]

Puppy beside thrive market was the most effective advertising ever. Also your solid colour overalls. ... they really make me want to attempt sewing again. Heck.

[@louthelost]

I am IN LOVE with those snake-fabric colour-blocking coveralls omggggg Also, the disembodied voice going "question everythinggggggggg" over top of you staring intently and silently at the fabric made me laugh out loud 😆

[@woodenkat8971]

Honestly, the crotch curve is the hardest part of the pant block. Youve got it down!

[@jenavasexton1645]

The crotch curve is EVERYTHING.

[@susanpilling8849]

The wine coloured jumpsuit looks really good on you. I'd go for comfort every time. I love your freewheeling attitude to sewing, it's so refreshing.

[@rge9992]

Floor length pants are usually called full length, as opposed to cropped (7/8) and capris (3/4), at least here in Germany.

[@annazann7236]

I do admire your ability to just measure the fabric and cut it without perfecting (or even making) the pattern first. Kudos, truly.

[@Mandavee]

The striped one is giving Vintage Swimming Costume and I ADORE it. And As a clowncore girlie myself, I'm loving your Snake overalls

[@gettheetothestitchery]

Oh my god yes!! I knew it reminded me of something!

[@moonbasket]

Yay cleaning your machine! I'd also recommend oiling your machine every time you clean it. You need sewing machine oil. Putting a drop in the bobbin catch to keep things running smoothly. I had to get my machine fully serviced because it completely locked up from dust. I had been cleaning it, but not oiling it in all the right places.

[@KirschSalvator]

You have inspired me to learn to sew myself. It's so nice that you're honest about the process and admit to being an "amateur" and making mistakes. You've become part of my daily routine (although I'm almost all caught up on your videos), and your voice and overall energy is so relatable and calming to me. Thank you so much for being you.

[@kaboutertje]

Ooooh I LOVE the snake ones! The half-overlapped pockets was a GREAT idea and I adore the look of the half-matching/half-contrasting binding as well

[@leannemedhurst9662]

I love these! The first is so elegant and makes me think business casual, the second is kinda beachy. The last just makes me think about playing with kids or dogs. I love just how changing the fabric just changes how the garment feels. 😊❤

[@crazyd0glady295]

I like putting a small amount of and extra dark stout in my chocolate baked goods along with coffee if i am using a dark coco instead a regular coco. Dont know why it works but it does.

[@greyhaircrafter]

A local restaurant makes chocolate stout cake and it’s the best I ever tasted!

[@carmencreamer3769]

Love that chocolate stout to drink!

[@michellecornum5856]

These are cute. I like how when you like something, you make seventy of them, NOW! (goals)

[@GaraksApprentice]

I'm so happy I'm not the only one who measures the fabric, then me, then the fabric again with my hands. It's amazing/worrying how often that's saved my sewing bacon.

[@tricksykenbbit1997]

I used to think that you need a specific type of fabric to make certain clothes, but if anything your channel has taught me that there's way more freedom in garment crafting than I ever realized. Thank you for opening my eyes!

[@detliskenvondematkos]

I love the Seraflex for binding and hems. It is much sturdier than normal thread. For all the other seams I use normal thread. These overalls are gorgeous! I need some for myself! 😂 I think I would wear the red one even outside. It’s kinda elegant … with a nice jacket maybe … 🤔

[@taytribe806]

I was looking at those and thought that if you add metallic heels and a couple other fancy accessories, this could be a prom-type outfit! (Prom is, in the US, the big formal dance for teenagers in the 16-18 range)

[@detliskenvondematkos]

@@taytribe806 yea, that would look great! 😍 Btw I think the hole world knows what a prom is because of Hollywood. 😉😅 In Germany we have sth similar called Abschlussball. It’s the event for the alumni of a school. ☺️

[@RobinWeste]

*cuts fabric* “Seam allowance is overrated.” XD Soft knits for the win! That red one LOOKS so comfy!

[@glittergoblin]

Have you thought of using interfacing on the straps or clear elastic in the seams to further stabilize long projects like this? I learned on making some undies out of scrap fabric, and it was surprisingly fun!

[@peglamphier4745]

The Mettler quilting thread is the only thread my super expensive machine will free motion quilt with. They make a nice thread. And thanks for the fun. Again. Always.

[@Kelli.Hicks.5]

I love them. I, too, am quickly moving away from restrictive clothing. I have a belly paunch, get over it (I have! 🤩🤷‍♀️❤️).

[@olivemd]

Great show. Thanks for the smile to start my day. I’m drinking my coffee and trying to wake up. Love today’s projects. They look great on you.

[@rittj.1303]

LOVE that snake fabric! These all looks so comfy and easy to move in. Great video! Always fun to go on these sewing adventures with you

[@adahusten2188]

"while I sip coffee and psych myself up for this" is how I approach every craft project and is a mood.

[@heidieho4470]

I appreciate your discussion. Its like good parenting, explaining your thought process and explain the options and considerations. You are a wonderful teacher. Peace

[@neldahargo5933]

I'm not a sewist but I watch all your shows your narrations are fun especially your musing

[@grandmasmagic3858]

that is what I like about what you make Charlie..you make it and you ACTUALLY wear it, unlike many others...this shows the versatility in what you make...

[@AlexisBevels]

LOTHLORIEN!!!!! That song absolutely rocks! Great work as always!!!!

[@lostelle]

I have Gutermann Maraflex and it definitely stretches, you just need to really pull it. At first it seems that it's not stretching and then it does. It's not like an elastic that stretches easily. Seraflex should be the same material.

[@AussieTracy]

I LOVE maraflex thread. I have made several Ponte skirts and used maraflex thread for the side seams. I have also used it for T-shirt hems instead of needing a twin needle.

[@kschickle916]

So, since I discovered you, I have been binge watching and, Oh the delight to see there is a new video out. I just can’t get enough of your videos. You’re a delight and soooo smart and creative and talented…SUCH a joy. ❤

[@carriemeaway9837]

Tip on binding with knit. Multiply the length of what you want to bind by 0.8 or 0.9. Works like a charm.

[@solarwinds-]

Agreed Charlie! Coffee makes chocolate taste more intensely chocolate. Thanks for the video.

[@The3GMom]

The long pants width and swish are elegant looking. coffee in chocolate cake is a winner, I agree

[@cmschmidt]

My favorite chocolate cake recipe uses coffee in it. I don’t need to frost it it’s so good with a little raspberry curd or cherry pie filling on the top. I agree with you 100% about the feel and stretch of fabric being important. I will put something back if it feels too scratchy or abrasive fabric or ready made clothes.

[@raraavis7782]

Oh, I love that. Flowy Jersey overalls are my ultimate 'comfort garments'. And I so admire how you just do stuff like that without a pattern. I need patterns. I can sew just about anything with a pattern, but the thought of just improvising freaks me out 😆

[@xingcat]

The red and white snake version looks like the most comfortable pair of Christmas pajamas ever.

[@NancyW96CatLady]

If you have problems with getting the tension right for the semi-elastic thread, you may need to hand-wind your bobbin and spool! I remembering finagling with the thread tension on my sewing machine because I wasn't happy with how rippley my seams were. I tried different needles and had no improvement. Fast forward over a year later I see a comment on instagram saying hand-winding it can help. Which makes so much sense. Adjusting the machine's tension might not be enough to compensate if the thread is already too tight on the bobbin and spool. I have yet to try it myself, but I thought it was worth mentioning incase other people in the comments were having a hard time getting the stretchy thread to work like I was.

[@CherriesJubilee]

Dang girl, that last pair was, interesting. I think Kathleen at Kathleen Illustrated would love them. I marvel at how easy you make the stretch fabric. I still haven’t taken the plunge.

[@OrigamiMarie]

Aww partner who does better than asked, and in a legit useful way, is the best ❤

[@thizizliz]

Oh gosh, Summer wardrobe complete! Up here in the desert, I'd make them shorts but it stays hotter here. Your fabric choices are SO YOU! and they all look cute as can be plus practical - pockets, comfort, cool, light weight, decent for emergency runs to fabric store - or in my case, hardware store and would be fine with sandals or fabric shoes. Well done.

[@tabielynncrowe6594]

Omg! The puppy cameo with the thrive products at the end was sooo awesome ...liking lips...lol!!!

[@wolkehauch7445]

The burgundy fabric drapes beautifully! Comfy and pretty! And also; remake the paper crotch curves in heavier card stock, they'll last longer and are easier to work with since they aren't quite as flimsy.

[@evgeniiakapustina]

The last one kinda looks like PJs. I guess the snake fabric gives me that vibe. Would totally wear it to bed!

[@gln9068]

Absolutely love them all, and you too :) The first one just needs some heels and a jacket and you're ready for a night out... the last one just looks such fun! :)

[@Silrielmavi]

This is the earliest I've been to one of Charlie's videos!

[@danealconall6527]

Same! Love her! ❤😊

[@carolines2088]

I love them! My favourite one is the stripey one. Catherine from Catherine Sews made a knit dress and the way she was finishing the arm and neck hole was new to me. She used 6mm elastic and serged it on with a very slight stretch and then folded it under and sewed it in with a seam. It gives it a more stabile edge and helps with recovery. That might be another option for you if you decide to dislike the binding. Let me know if you would like me to send you the video she used it in. Btw, the 80% rule doesn't work for me either. Its anything between 80 and 95. Thanks for a great video,

[@AmandaIsAwesome]

Love that thread!! Make a small sample of regular thread in a straight stitch and this thread and pull so you can see it stretch

[@dyerswoad7088]

All three look so comfy in their own way!

[@AussieTracy]

Gutermann Maraflex is awesome to sew with. It isn't an obvious stretch when you pull the thread but when seams are under pressure they will give rather than snapping like a regular thread would. I have sewn t-shirts with it and it removes the need for a twin needle when doing hems on stretch fabric as you can just do two rows of regular straight stitching. You can just lengthen the stitch length and that should help with the puckering. Overalls turned out super cute.

[@erininwood8131]

Oh ma gerd those snake overalls are LIFE! Love them all, but the snakes are the best, Well done,

[@juanitaconover8836]

Love the burgundy outfit the best…but the harlequin one makes me giggle…in a good way! Love your channel, a lot!

[@kanjifaith6619]

The first one with the long pant legs is my favorite out of what you made in this video!

[@TheCalucita]

The long overalls are CUTE and I love the color 🥰

[@CraftsyPenguin]

I'm surprising myself with this statement, but I love the stripey ones best! Also, the snake fabric is just perfectly fun!

[@leenb.7936]

I want that long-legged one 😭 I especially love the no annoying non-stretch waist that might press into the body and no rigid straps ❤️ Hope I get along with this sort of fabric soon enough to risk me making these but for now I didn’t have a lot of experiment material and no schooling so been working with regular t-shirts (knit fabric) with and without stretch on smaller projects. I’m currently designing and preparing my projects (like socks or sleeves for underneath my braces for instance)

[@AngeliqueStevens]

I'm putting a note on my sewing machine right now to remind me to clean it before my next project.❤

[@henriettelinkshanderin1449]

Love all of them, but the striped one is my favorite.

[@SashaNoelDesign]

I love to drspe on the first one you made, it looks lovely! I may have to try that thread, i have avoided sewing stretch anything until the other week when i had to hem some stretchy pants for my mother in law and it was challenging! I was worried that the hem would be too tight or rip out and i had a hard time getting a stitch that felt right. Thanks for this tip!

[@annikki73]

All of them are awesome, but that first one also looks TRES CHIC! 😁

[@BumblingBee-xm4dy]

11:44 get the eloflex threads they actually stretch 22:07 YESSSSS!!!!!

[@Calamity-Dane]

Thank you for sharing so much (joyful :-D) fotage of the final products. It's greatly appreciated 👍 And thank you for not letting perfection stand in way of your wonderful creations 💪 And thank you for making me want to approach my never ever touched sewing machine 🌻🌻🌻 I'll be back 😉

[@vksomji]

I would have Picked up all Three creations. They all are Comfortable.❤

[@littlemissmel88]

I love these! I'm short/petite and while I like the ease of a romper, they don't sit very proportional on me. I must now set all other projects aside to make these! 😂

[@Mackencat]

Get some spring loaded scissors, they will help reduce hand cramps when cutting out fabric. I use the fiskers brand

[@DragonRiderShiru]

Oooooh I'm excited because the original one cut would have driven me crazy

[@TheMagnoliaWitch]

Adding new thread type to my shopping list! 😅😅😅 (And setting a new six month reminder for sewing machine cleaning.)

[@meredithr5904]

3:22 As someone who lives in a place that is hot most of the year, I absolutely say "long pants" when I want to specify long pants.

[@nickiecarlson1837]

All three so cute! And the solid one was my favorite as well!

[@almaremarais2494]

14:16 As a sewing machine technician I would suggest cleaning your sewing machine once a month if you are a regular sewist. But if you sew irregularly clean before use.

[@constanza1648]

Oooohhhh! That striped pink and black fabric seems a lot the fabric of an overall I buy years ago to go to a wedding...

[@VintageVermilion]

The long magenta one is so cute and comfy. The stripe one makes a great hidden pants look as the legs aren't immediately apparent. The color block has a great fun in the sun vibe. Thanks for the evaluation on the stretch threads as I've been wondering if they're worth $$ to get some.

[@apcolleen]

I'm going through Perimenopause but I'm also neuro spicy so it's extra challenging. I bought really good Crayola washable markers and if I'm worried that it will not wash out correctly I'll test it when I wash the fabric the first time. Because I can't trust myself to remember where I did and didn't add seam allowance or where I needed to do a special maneuver so I just write it on the fabric itself. I just abbreviate. Sometimes I have to do it in chalk and I even have school Chalk for those fabrics that I can't use Tailor's chalk on. And if all else fails I will draw a diagram of it on my sewing table in pencil and make marks. I had to do that on some fleece.

[@tashacano3324]

Paper patterns are worth the extra work in the beginning so that you don't have to work as hard every other time😅

[@lynnettevelez676]

You might want to look into fold over elastic for binding knits. I tend to use it more like a bias tape and just overlap the ends where it begins/ends. I used it for the hems/cuffs of a bunch of hoodies and it's the cleanest finish I've done to date.

[@novi9048]

Coffee, Cake & Comfy Clothes 🥰

[@Pikachugecko]

Thank you for mentioning the crotch curve! I was just about to make my first pair of shorts for a cosplay without a pattern last weekend. I went and grabbed some wire, bent it around me, and then trace it. Worked like magic! I had no fit issues down there in my mock up.

[@ace_r_ola]

Ok, you had me at ‘coffee in chocolate cake’ 🤤 would you mind sharing the recipe? The overalls turned out adorable, too. I’m not a knit person myself, but I’m tempted to try making something similar with some nice woven cotton (and possibly a bunch of buttons, because zippers are literally satan 😅)

[@gettheetothestitchery]

Okay, I’m not sure how helpful this will be cause it’s not a legit written out recipe, but this is my chocolate bundt cake go-to: Chocolate bundt: ½ cup butter ¼ cup cocoa powder ½ tsp salt ½ cup water or coffee Combine in pan and stir until melted 1 cup flour ¾ heaping cup sugar ¾ tsp baking soda Whisk together in bowl, add half chocolate stuff, mix, add rest, mix 1 egg ¼ cup sour cream ½ tsp vanilla Add egg, mix, sour cream/vanilla, mix Pour into greased pan (makes 1 medium or 2 small) Bake 35-40 on 350

[@ace_r_ola]

@@gettheetothestitchery thank you 🤩

[@robintheparttimesewer6798]

Oh they really look lovely! Love that you can just go for it.

[@susanrussell8195]

The striped one is not my favorite but it’s just the print. So surprised how much I liked the multi-pattern one. I thought you were crazy to put the prints together, but I worked. I think I would have liked the stripes better if it had been gathered below the knee. The first one is hands down my favorite and I think I need one for myself.

[@PenelopeKazemi]

have you ever tried shirring? if not i'd love to see a video about you experimenting with it!

[@adhmbcx]

In 7th grade, we learned %difference as change(∆ for my STEM homies) over original. So 11-6 is 5, then 5/6 is 0.833, or 83%. :)

[@c0ldlight1]

I love all of these, especially the first one. I think it’s the length of the pants- I will have to attempt to make one. I think I have a huge chunk of soft knit somewhere

[@elainelear4982]

Matt did very well!

[@valerieconrad1005]

I was so excited to see your Instagram reel with overalls! I have some tie-dye knit that I've been figuring out what to use it for. Overalls like your maroon ones are the perfect thing! I'm gonna do it!

[@gettheetothestitchery]

Do iiiiiiiiit!

[@itcouldbeanyone]

Coffee and vanilla both make chocolate more chocolatey 😊. It's a thing

[@alexandramoore8200]

I love them. I haven't made clothing before and really really want to make them.

[@jenninstitches]

Seraflex and miraflex do have about 65% stretch to them. Both bobbin and top thread need to be this tread and the tension only need to be as tight as necessary for both sewing and bobbin winding. It doesn't feel stretchy perhaps when pulled, but it really does make a difference. I refused to sew knits because I hated the bunching until I got some seraflex. I really feel it makes a difference. Especially with lingerie.