All About Elastic - How to pick the right elastic for your sewing project

[@lynetterene]

It helped so much to not only see the elastic, but see the sample garment too.

[@SeamworkVideo]

So glad you found it helpful!

[@bubbiefour]

61 years of sewing and I still find these videos and tips informative. Some tips I forgot, and some I never even knew. Good video

[@SeamworkVideo]

Yay! Glad it was helpful!

[@annetteraskkrogse8326]

Thank you for a good video :) - but please omit the underlay music - it's rather annoying .....

[@SeamworkVideo]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@lizzyr-c2708]

Great content! The music gets in the way of the content though. Thank you for these informative videos!

[@shelleythomas4251]

I thought elastic was just elastic. I never knew any of different kinds of elastic. I am so intrigued. ... ty

[@islandgirl463]

Love your 👗. Very flattering.

[@SeamworkVideo]

Thank you! 🤗

[@nancybooth6874]

THIS was one of the MOST INFORMATIVE and helpful videos I've seen yet. I will definitely be looking for more videos by you about sewing. I've been sewing (basic items) for decades and did not know there were so many different types of elastic!! I have never sewn with knits before, but can see how the right elastic would be crucial for efficiency usage. THANK YOU!! :)

[@SeamworkVideo]

So glad you found it helpful!

[@megcheyfitz2856]

Thank you so very much! I’m 63 years old and I’ve never known the differences or purposes for the various types of elastic.

[@SeamworkVideo]

So glad you found it helpful!

[@alexandrako2254]

great video, thank you so much!! I usually just buy whatever i can find in the local store that is of the required width, it's so helpful to know what to look for now!

[@SeamworkVideo]

It makes you appreciate elastic a little more, huh? Thanks for the feedback!

[@lorelei7228]

Keep up the good work! We need more high quality sewing content here on the tubes!

[@SeamworkVideo]

Thanks so much :)

[@HelenMontgomery]

Thank you. This is very helpful.

[@SeamworkVideo]

You're very welcome!

[@RandomBatHome]

Thank you! I didn't even know there were different types of elastic.

[@beeyorebob]

Thank you 😊 very helpful information 💚

[@lynetterene]

Good video.....thanks so much!

[@SeamworkVideo]

Glad you liked it!

[@marinaramalho]

Beautiful Kimmy dress! Thank you for the video, I love that you guys are covering a lot of very important topics that are often forgotten!

[@SeamworkVideo]

Glad you are finding the videos helpful so far!

[@carlarauch3590]

Thank you!!! I LOVE THIS! Please more!

[@rosechallenger2894]

Thank you. I learned something new today.

[@SeamworkVideo]

Glad it was helpful!

[@PsychicKathleen]

Really helpful - I've been working on tops and panties for a while and trying out different elastics for comfort. What I have found the best for around my waist on panties is stretch lace!

[@SeamworkVideo]

Isn't stretch lace the best? That's a great tip!

[@patriciaromero145]

Thank you! Nice instruction!

[@viejitaaa]

Thank you so much for the tips! Super useful

[@maxblackso488]

Wow thank you so much for the education. I had to subscribe

[@kathynelson4202]

Been sewing a long time but look forward to these videos every month. I learn something every time. The elastic tutorial was amazing. Thanks for the detailed explanation and tips.

[@SeamworkVideo]

So glad to hear you are learning new things each time! That's great :)

[@anazays66]

Thank you, you are my life saver!

[@gripitsleekllc5373]

Thanks for the information. You’re the best! Cool, now our Sleekzsters will feel the knit elastic in addition with Velcro on latest edition Sleekz®️ 2.0. Time for me to create the official prototype with my bare hands. Where’s my needle kit? Lol Stay Sleeked 🎮

[@SeamworkVideo]

Glad to help!

[@sharonnickels2788]

great information here. I need to make a chart to keep up with all this. Maybe there is one in the article--which I will check out!

[@SeamworkVideo]

Glad it was helpful!

[@machhel]

Great information! After a few seconds I realized I needed to be taking notes so I could refer back to it. I didn't think I would learn so much from a short video on elastic. Thank you for the great content!

[@SeamworkVideo]

So happy to hear that!

[@newn0z]

Lots of really practical tips!

[@susank6492]

Very helpful video. Thanks!

[@SeamworkVideo]

Glad it was helpful!

[@CIMWORLD]

This was so so helpful, thank you!

[@SeamworkVideo]

You're so welcome!

[@luckymaria]

Subscribed!😍

[@tunnasch]

Thank you, Haley! I love me a good teacher. :)

[@luckymaria]

Wow! this was what i was looking for! so imformative,sith examples,I loved it! High quality content 😍😎

[@chandchandwani5830]

I have a ques..which elastic is best for scrunchies?

[@SarahArnoldTheAccidentalArtist]

Really great tips-- I have all that elastic but learned more about them :) Thank you!

[@SeamworkVideo]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@melissareilly1487]

This is a keeper - thank you!

[@robynjury4403]

Lovely clear presentation - really helpful - thanks :)

[@SeamworkVideo]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@bethlectic7532]

Very helpful....thank you!

[@Sewlsista12]

Thank you for including FOE, I only wish you had included how best to finish or end a seam using it.

[@amylenkowsky8681]

Thank you for this video

[@SeamworkVideo]

You're welcome!

[@missyjay3679]

Omg...Thank YOU for this informative visual of which elastic is appropriate for specific types of garments....By the way WHERE can one obtain the childlike mannequin on the wall unit?

[@downsizetv9383]

What is the best elastic to use for scrunchies?

[@helenekiraly3510]

Hi! Great information in there : it makes things much clearer, thank you! But I do have a question : swimwear elastic IS a braided elastic and we DO sew it with 2 passes of zigzag for swimsuit. But we should not, according to its characteristic ? Is there something different with that type of elastic that makes this possible ?

[@maureencullen1008]

This was so helpful.Well explained and interesting. I know it used to be artistic to film for the person not looking at you when talking but I find it irritating.I want to see the person looking at me when talking,so could you,please,do this in future.Thanks

[@SeamworkVideo]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@justgloria.]

Haley. Thank you for an informative video. I would like to know the name of dress pattern you are wearing - black dress. Please please a snippet video on different types of knits.

[@SeamworkVideo]

It's the Seamwork Kimmy dress! And that's a great idea for future videos.

[@uncommon4377]

Thank you ji...

[@SeamworkVideo]

You're welcome!

[@MsSavvy9]

I wish I watched this before I made my last PJ shorts. The elastic is so weak the shorts just FALL OFF. 😳 Luckily I can simply replace the elastic since it is in a casing.

[@janiceweaver3375]

Is there a dull of thumb to determine the amount of length you can reduce your elastic for waist measurment before sewing it together (for casting) or sewing it to your garment?

[@SeamworkVideo]

There isn't a standard rule of thumb. It depends on how stretchy your elastic is and how tightly (or loosely) you want the waistband to fit. The best way to determine that is to simply put the elastic around your waist and figure out what feels comfortable to you.

[@kkatzvegankitchen]

What kind would you recommend for scrunchies

[@sarimendoza3938]

Such a great video. What elastic do you recommend for scrunchies?

[@SeamworkVideo]

I like to use 1/4" elastic! - Sienna

[@sewhappysarahr8912]

Are you wearing the Kimmy dress made with a knit fabric?

[@deenacurls]

Hi! What brand of elastic has the stretchiest elastic? The brands in the store seem to vary some are stretchier than others within the same brands. You mentioned you like to buy it in the store by the yard are you just going to local sewing stores or are chain sewing stores that do that too? Thx

[@SeamworkVideo]

I get whatever my local store has. Generally the variations in stretch are small enough that it doesn't greatly impact my project. If it is less stretchy than you want, just use a longer piece. Hope that helps!

[@mrsvoice7292]

Can you plz answer which one is the best for scrunchie??

[@SeamworkVideo]

1/4" braided elastic.

[@vintagegirl68]

I am trying to secure a wrap dress neckline made from Ponte knit. I haven't been able to find clear elastic local, do you have a suggestion for another elastic that will work? If not then I will try Amazon

[@pritijain4571]

Which elastic is used for making scrunchies?

[@SeamworkVideo]

You could use just about any elastic to make a scrunchie! You'll just want to think about how much the elastic you're using stretches, and use a piece that is a good length to hold your hair sufficiently. You might want to watch our scrunchie video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZW9o6aFgJWAf9U

[@renaeschuchard9824]

I need Elastic to put into a waistband made for pj's .a stretchy non folding type , I usually get rolls because I can't get to stores please help.

[@SeamworkVideo]

I'm sure you could find something suitable online!

[@peachhhtasticcc_0283]

What kind of elastic you recommend for making scrunchie? 😊

[@SeamworkVideo]

1/4″ braided elastic works great! Have you checked out our video tutorial for scrunchies? kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXixd4OXpKl6iLc

[@tocazuri4628]

which elastic are good for scrunchies to prevent it from stretching out.?

[@SeamworkVideo]

We like 1/4" braided elastic.

[@atekandi6715]

I know subtitles are there to help but sometimes they get in the way of seeing things. Does anybody else have this ptoblem or is it just me?

[@SeamworkVideo]

You can turn subtitles off by clicking the CC icon in your video player.

[@himeika]

which elastic to use for making hair ties?

[@SeamworkVideo]

Fold over or banded elastic could work. If the elastic is being inserted into a scrunchie, 1/4" braided elastic works well.

[@kelsinicole5344]

im not sure what type to use for scrunchies. ive purchased braided elastic but its not as stretchy as store bought scrunchies.

[@SeamworkVideo]

I like to use 1/4" elastic! - Sienna

[@Homeinmakin]

She explained abt all types of elastic yet when asked abt best type to be used for scrunchies she is saying width rather than type.

[@maryann1187]

Great video. Music is distracting; competes with your voice.

[@SeamworkVideo]

This is an old video. Our new videos do not have background music.

[@The.blessedbee]

helpful video, I would have enjoyed it much more without the music, it almost made me turn off the video.