Sew with KNITS + STRETCH fabrics, on a STANDARD SEWING MACHINE - All my Tips + Tricks!

T-shirts, tank tops, athletic wear, dresses, leggings---you can sew them on a STANDARD SEWING MACHINE! I'll show you my tips and tricks for sewing with KNITS and stretch fabrics.
FAQ IN THIS VIDEO:
0:35 Why are they called KNIT Fabrics?
1:30 Do I need a special SEWING MACHINE for knits?
4:28 Do I need a special NEEDLE for knits?
5:24 But KNITS are SCARY
5:45 My machine is EATING my FABRIC!
7:06 What can I MAKE with KNITS?
WHERE TO PURCHASE KNIT FABRICS:
You can purchase a wide variety of knits online and in fabric shops like Joann Fabrics and Hobby Lobby. Or get creative and use a clearance T-shirt or an old T-shirt you'd like to repurpose.
WATCH MY ADDITIONAL VIDEO: HOW TO SEW WITH KNITS + MAKE A KNIT HEADBAND.
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WATCH: HOW TO MAKE LEGGINGS (with knit fabrics):
• How to Sew a Pair of L...
WATCH: HOW TO MAKE A BABY HAT (with knit fabrics):
• How to Sew a Baby Hat
WATCH: HOW TO MAKE A BABY BLANKET (with knit fabrics):
• How to make a Baby Bla...
MY FABRICS:
Knit fabrics used in this video are are designed by me--Dana Willard--for Art Gallery Fabrics and FIGO Fabrics. Find my fabrics in online shops by searching "Dana Willard Fabric" or "Dana Willard knit fabric" or "Art Gallery Fabric knit". Search on Etsy.com, Hawthorne Supply, Fat Quarter Shop, Cottoneer, Fabric Bubb, etc.
SEWING MACHINE RECOMMENDS:
In this video I'm using the Baby Lock BRILLIANT, from their Genuine seriew. If you're looking to buy a good entry level machine, I also love the JOY and JUBILANT Baby Lock sewing machines in the same GENUINE machine series. You can read reviews and purchase online here:
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[@JaimeLyerly]

Thank you, Dana. You are the only one who makes sewing machine work look easy!

[@mindymartinez4657]

OMG 😱 it's so great to see you! I'm stoked you're still making vids 😅 I'm in need of sewing inspo 😔 😟 I've avoided it for almost 8 months now 😢

[@MADEEveryday]

Hahaha. Thanks Mindy! I hope you're excited to sew again!

[@angelabowman1085]

Wish you would post more videos. I really enjoy them.

[@MADEEveryday]

Aw thanks Angela! I know. I wish I posted more too! I've been in school this semester so it's taken up more of my time. But you're in luck! I have another one to post this week :) yay! Thanks for watching! - Dana

[@2corgimother]

Missed you!

[@kimwatts5750]

Lovely to see you again Dana😀 miss your videos ❤️🌼

[@sammof7939]

from the mrs: outstanding vid! Its very informational, great tips, and I enjoyed the fashion show at the end!! Really great!

[@karenray248]

I love your videos and all your cute outfits to sew.. I've made many of your projects, you make it easy to follow.

[@MADEEveryday]

Aw thank you so much Karen! :) Have fun with your projects! - Dana

[@ajaleeshaye6116]

You are the BEST! Thank you very much for sharing such valuable information wow!

[@shaybreezy31]

So informative, thank you so much! Never knew what to do about my machine eating my fabric. Thank you!!!

[@MADEEveryday]

Hahaha. Yes, it still happens to me often with knits. It's frustrating, but that pinning tip helps so much. I do it all the time now!

[@sharonboswell7257]

Glad to see you!

[@mreinstein48]

Thank you soooo much!😍😘

[@Wannaloom]

Always love your tutorials and patterns!

[@charliem6335]

OMG 😱 OMG 😱 😲 OMG 😱 😲 I haven't seen you in AGES!!!! Its so good to see you. You look GREAT.❤❤❤❤

[@jot_scribble]

Such great tips! More of these videos please 😊

[@dyeitb1ack]

Hi Dana I really love the grey T-shirt in your profile pic with the ruffle sleeves!! Did you make that-as I’d really love to know the pattern! Thanks for your great tutorials, I’ve made so many of them over the years x❤😊

[@shanaazmohammed7713]

Thanks for the idea of using the pin at the beginning of the fabric, because lots of times I get problems with the fabric sticking in the machine 😖👍👍 thanks

[@loredana8374]

Dana, nr 6 when u open the topp of your machine( or 8 on your machine is perfect for knitt fabric min 2:55) this are great if you want to sew straight:) ❤

[@missperfect2657]

Love your videos! ❤

[@MADEEveryday]

Thank you!!

[@dsego1183]

I noticed towards the end, you showed some children’s clothing made of fleece (I think) is fleece considered knit as well?

[@donnabush7938]

Thank you so much for this! I’ve always put off working with knits because they’re very intimidating. I was given some ribbed knit that I’d like to use in making a dress for my granddaughter, but I’m not sure which way it goes. Do the ribs go vertical or horizontal? Thanks for sharing this video!

[@BFortitudine]

I can't seem to find the pattern for the strawberry patterned dress you mentioned. I really like the design. Where can I find it?

[@aracelysee9665]

she mentioned that it's a hack on her summer day top pattern. she has the pattern for sale on her website.

[@BFortitudine]

@@aracelysee9665 Gotcha! Thank you 😊

[@Author_Alyssa_Taylor]

MADE Everyday - My old 1986 Kenmore 16 stitch won't feed through like yours! It puckers even with a walker foot. Anyone got a tip?

[@Ktakahashi18]

For anyone who has an old machine from their grandma,(1970 or older). Many machines have a zigzag disc that you insert typically on the top. I had to learn that when I got my grandmothers machine. I was confused for a good few hours till she finally found them and told me 😅

[@MADEEveryday]

Oh wow. That's so interesting! Thanks for sharing that!

[@marydiamond3322]

I have a 1948 singer machine that I love! It can sew thru anything. A few yrs back I bought a brand new brother portable machine off a gal brand new in the box. It was exciting because I can’t remember when I’ve used a new machine. ( though I do have a Husqvarna serger ). Anyway I chuckled when I found out it was a 1985 machine and they referred to it as “vintage”. They don’t know what vintage is!!

[@courtneyscott6055]

Dana! Do more shorts!!!! Love your channel ❤

[@jorjadiebold5317]

What type of thread

[@justpippyj]

YEEEEEESSSSSSS🎉

[@carolmorgano7158]

👍👏🥰🌸🇦🇺

[@weenibean00]

I have the worst time with knits! My machine will skip stitches so bad on zigzag, I don't understand why 😭 I have changed needles all with no luck

[@anabelgonzalez6186]

Tras cuatro meses, aparece de la nada. 😱😱😱😱🤦🤦🤦🤦

[@mindymartinez4657]

Major tarde de nunca 🤷🏽‍♀️ 🎉

[@gerriebell2128]

@@mindymartinez4657you mean “mejor” tarde que nunca” (better late than never?) …. Autocorrect always messes up….