Straight Stitch Length: What is it? Why does it matter?

[@karideising1675]

I would also love one on tension. I really enjoy your lessons. Thank you!

[@denisejackson2298]

I’ve been sewing for years and I’m learning something new - again! Thank You!

[@conniehuntling2168]

I have recently started sewing again and I tell you, Vanessa you have gotten me right up to speed. Thanks for all your tutorials.

[@loriclark3755]

This was THE best explanation for stitch length! I FINALLY get it!! Thank you SO MUCH!!!!

[@tamadonnat.299]

Same! Thx Vanessa!

[@JoJo-rz1vz]

Thank you for this video. No one has ever told me about stitch length and which stitch length is appropriate for certain things that you sew. I learned a lot from this video. You rock Vanessa.

[@jennifermassello8670]

The visual and examples were so helpful, thank you! As another comment or noted tension would be helpful, too! 😃

[@tlsnana9539]

Hmmm. You can teach an old dog new tricks. I’ve been sewing for years. I know much about stitch lengths but learned much more. You’re great. Thank you.

[@hippiechicksmomma8691]

I'm 63 I tried so many times to sew n machine always broke. Well I thought it broke. After my 5 sewing machine I got a brother heavy duty for 210$ I'm so excited. This is my first year to Uribe and I have learned that my machine wasn't broke n I could fix it. So now I'm moving on. I made some animal crate mats and some catnip toys and I made my dad a lap memory quilt my version lol I added a pocket sewed a heart out in pocket so he always has my heart. He is 2400 miles away from me. I have never met him found him thru can test. Another story lol. I put my pictures in the pocket. May I ask what would you suggest to make next? I want to make cloths. Is there something I can recommend are even the next step . I'm surfing Uribe so much out there but I know I have to learn slowly and In steps too.thanks enjoy your summer

[@balla6010]

A basting stitch is good for gathering, i have used it for inserting sleeves which needs a soft gather. Very informative thank you.

[@suesweeney5952]

Very basic information is always good for a refresher! I too didn't know that the numbers referred to length in millimeters!

[@KianaFoote]

This was SOO helpful - I'm a very visual learner and this answered all of my questions.

[@luisventura8753]

Always enjoy watching your videos whenever I can. God bless you Vanessa.

[@TheCraftyGemini]

Thanks, Tio! ❤️

[@veracoggins7596]

Just wanted to say thank you! No one has ever actually laid out that information and it’s so simple and even makes since but now I feel much more confident in moving to bags and other items because of your video 😁

[@gloriasteinberg245]

Enjoyed what you explained and can't wait for Friday chat see you then.

[@dollmm23]

I was contemplating buying the same machine. After this video I think I will. I see that the sewing machine runs quietly and smoothly. Thanks for your teachings.

[@montyollie]

You are just lovely. I came to your channel for Ruth Stout gardening, but I'm also a quilter. I think I will be enjoying your channel!

[@TheCraftyGemini]

Yay!! That’s great! Welcome! 🥳👏🏽

[@kanizkhan3614]

Thanks Venessa for sharing those useful information .

[@Bets74]

Thank you so much! This is helpful, and now I finally understand how stitching works.

[@franceswatts4001]

Well, every day is a school day! I made my own clothes as a teenager 50 years ago and sew things like curtains occasionally now. But until today I did not realise the number on the stitch length regulator was the length in millimetres! That is so helpful.

[@renayk1615]

I finally understand Stitch Length. Thank you so much. Would also love one on tension!!

[@susanneely5810]

Been sewing for a while, but this was SUPER helpful!!!

[@annierodenberg2327]

Thanks for the stitch tips. I love your new Juki!!!

[@mariluwilhelm5742]

Thank you for this. I'm a new sewer. And this has helped me so much now. Great explanation of what I've been confused about and has cleared up why I've had problems stitching through multiple layers of fabric.

[@ireneclai578]

Thank you for the lesson on stich length. Do you happen to have one on tension?

[@paulawyatt3872]

Yes, please. Tension is always a problem for me, too.

[@barbarad.517]

Yes, me too!!

[@simplychristal6526]

I second that!

[@mariluwilhelm5742]

Yes please.

[@jadirar113]

Yes, please 😊

[@ericboyle1754]

I've been sewing for only a year and learned lots from this video. I used to lengthen my stitches when quilting but they still looked terrible, wonky, close together. Turns out it wasn't my machine.. The serviceman said it worked great. Probably because I needed to use a walking foot to feed both sides at same time. I guess that could have the same effect as if my stitches were too short ????

[@bluefrogj]

Thank you! I've only been sewing for a few years. I had figured some of this out, but your explanation helped me really understand what's going on.

[@TADrew]

Great tutorial! very helpful for new sewers.

[@debramendoza448]

Thank you so much for this video. I love how well you explain things. 🦋

[@sandracedar368]

Thank you for sharing. I recently found you, & I look forward to seeing you🤗🥰🦩

[@lte5385]

Thank you so much for this! I am new to sewing and this helps clarify so much!!!

[@GrammaPatriot]

I adore you Vanessa! I learn so much from you🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼

[@maggieeubanks4095]

Super helpful info! Thank you!

[@enerostar83]

Oooh new juki. I love it can’t wait for your review.

[@hippiechicksmomma8691]

Wow. I'm a type of learned I need to see things in action. Books can't learn me. So this is a great lesson I learned alot. I just got a brother heavy duty sewing machine. Took a decade but I finally got it. I'm so happy n excited to learn. So now I know what those numbers mean up to 5 and the reasons behind using each lenght. But there's other numbers can u help with what the others mean. I am looking on your videos n liking them all. Also the feet n different needles. If you don't have any lessons on using them I would be so happy if you could teach that. I watch a lot of videos n yours are always clear detailed n I can hear you. Thanks again for a fantastic tutorial.

[@frankiemelanson6600]

Enjoy your videos. You explain things very well. Love the one on stitch length and also caught the one on your new Juki. Very interesting. Thank you.

[@nancyholmes1765]

Your very well versed ,and give great and clear information always!

[@gloriabrown5591]

Thank you so much for the information!! Would like to see a lesson on thread tension as well as presser foot pressure adjustment.

[@snehadunakhe5077]

Thank you so much. Please explain about back stitch also.

[@renaelee8186]

Great video

[@connierivers1144]

Thanks Vanessa😊 I always learn SO much from your videos....I love your presentation style.

[@carlalissa7693]

Great video, thanks Vanessa. Loved the new machine ;).... are you planning to do a video on this drop dead gorgeous machine?

[@TheCraftyGemini]

Yes!! Once I get a little more familiar with it. It’s a dream.

[@tonyamaddox1888]

Wait. Am I the only one freaking out that she is making herself jeans!?! You, my dear, are a rockstar! 🥰

[@QLT812]

Thanks so much Vanessa😊

[@jolandallatore5245]

Nice review on stitch length!😊Thank you.

[@gracepatane9384]

Your new machine is beautiful! I love that huge opening it has!!All good tips about straight stitches too!

[@blueelephant123]

This was great, learned a lot! Thank you. Would love to see a video like this about zig zag stitch length for finishing seams and both use on cotton and knits. It seems very confusing on how to set the length.

[@lazondreajones1930]

Thanks so much , you're awesome! This is so important and who best to teach us🌻🌻🌻 Love your gift from God!!!!

[@dashingdesignz]

Your videos are always so helpful. Please do a review for that machine 🤤.

[@tuttaturtlecrafting2736]

Thanks, so informative.

[@joyceconnor]

Very helpful...thanks

[@jacquelinesanchez6287]

Love tutorials like these! Thank you!

[@phylham1565]

Great info. Thanks.

[@sandrajohn5415]

Thanks for the information

[@SamiullahWeesa]

Good info! Thank you!

[@sarahmyk9356]

I would like to learn about back stitching. I am new to sewing. I have purchase a pattern and of course it only explains what items get sewn together, but never when a back stitch is needed. This is also the same issue I have had with other people's video tutorials that assume the viewer knows to do certain things like back stitching, top stitching and basting. I have to rewind the video several times to see if they were back stitching or not.Sometime they back stitch and sometimes not and I don't know why and so I never know when I need to back stitch or not. Also in regards to back stitching, I do not know how many stitches do you back stitch. I've also seen some videos where it looks like they only back stitch one stitch and I am not sure if it is a back stitch or something else. As you can see I (maybe others too) need a video lesson regarding back stitching. Vanessa you explain things so well as to how to sew something, but also include the reason why a person needs to sew something a certain way or using a certain stitch. So to sum up this long paragraph regarding back stitching....HELP! I don't mean to get greedy, but a tension lesson would be helpful also. Thanks for this video. I learned a great deal with this video from what top stitching does and a baste stitch does. I learned about stitch length and when to change it. This may be embarrassing, but I learned that when you change the stitch length, it is the feed dogs that are making the length and not some magical thing inside the top part of my machine. So embarrassing! Thanks you Vanessa. My first project ever was from one of your videos and when I come across even newer sewers than me, I suggest TheCraftyGemini. Sorry for the length of this comment.

[@schisandra]

SarahMyK9 - In garment sewing, most seams need backstitching at the beginning and end. Tutorials don’t always mention it because it’s a given. I think if you’re not sure, go ahead and do the backstitching. Two exceptions are basting and gathering. In those cases, use a long stitch length and _no_ backstitching. Why? Because basting stitches are not meant to be permanent, and you may want to remove them. Gathering stitches are long because they’re easier to work with than short ones. In quilt making, most piecing does _not_ need backstitching. However, in a few cases, it does, and tutorials will specify this. The reason why backstitching isn’t done with quilt piecing is because seams are crossed with other seams. The criss-crossed seams lock the stitching, so backstitching isn’t necessary. Hope this helps.

[@GrammaPatriot]

(My sewing machine got stuck today n wouldnt feed thru-now I know why, thank you!)

[@florrichardson2361]

Thank you so much love all your videos

[@abi2270]

Thank you for this informative video on stitch length. Could you let me know what stitch length I would need to make ruffles so when I pull the threads it ruffles up the fabric. I'd like to make hand towel holders.

[@carolynsmith5259]

Thank you lesson learned

[@annablock8037]

Excellent tutorial. I love your videos. I love the wallet you use as an example. Do you have a tutorial or pattern for that?

[@sanasworkshop7896]

So informative n offcourse entertaining as well

[@morganquilts]

I've been seriously considering that new Juki as well. Does the extra harp space on it make machine quilting easier? Great Video, love learning from you!

[@maggiemae987]

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!

[@karenhaynes8334]

That was really interesting, thank you!

[@janstetler9888]

This was very informative. Could you do one on heavier material like canvas and vinyl? That would be awesome!

[@m.maurer7528]

When is the next garment sewing tutorial? I just love your classes because you are so easy to follow.

[@MyToni72]

Thank you so much, I have learned alot

[@lisag5443]

Tension and width as well

[@kristamarie6104]

Thank you!

[@oniathomas1052]

Thank you From uk

[@amip5185]

I've been sewing double oven mitts and also soup bowl cozies but I would love to know what stitch length and tension to use on each project as I always get confused please help.

[@lauriemiller2441]

Hello from Michigan

[@lindajohnson8634]

Why does the straight stitch show a width of greater length than 0.0? On my Brother if I have the needle in the far left position for a straight stitch the width defaults to 0, which makes sense. If I move the needle to the center position, but still a straight stitch, the width changes to a default of 3.5. I noticed on your machine it also shows a width of 3.5. Does this actually change anything with the stitch? Thanks!!

[@TheCraftyGemini]

A straight stitch has no width like a zig zag stitch so the width setting determines the starting needle position for the straight stitch. That's all.

[@lindajohnson8634]

@@TheCraftyGemini that makes sense. Thanks!!

[@thudson01]

Quick random question: that denim fabric at the 6:00 mark, what color/brand is that? I just started sewing and due to quarantine, I can only order fabric online. The denim fabric I ordered wasn’t as dark as I wanted but yours is exactly what I wanted. Thanks so much and very informative video! 💕

[@TheCraftyGemini]

We sell it in half yard increments: craftygemini.com/shop/stretch-denim-fabric-for-jeans/

[@thudson01]

Thanks so much!

[@marisah5724]

Hey Vanessa. I have a vintage Singer 201 and have never been able to figure out the numbers on the stitch regulator plate. How do I know which one corresponds to a 2.0 mm for example? Thanks for this great video!

[@bluemoonchild11]

Same here, I was just about to comment the same. Turns out you can teach an old dog new tricks ✅

[@TheCraftyGemini]

Does your machine have numbers like 6,8,10,12, etc.?

[@marisah5724]

@@TheCraftyGemini Yes. That's it, Vanessa :)

[@the_echozone]

Numbers on older machines are often the number of stitches per inch. 25 mm = 1 inch, so a 3 mm stitch is approximately an 8 on your settings.

[@marisah5724]

@@the_echozone Thank you. That really helps :)

[@corinnemolenon9409]

❤️

[@deliciousdewey]

You just want to show off your new machine. Lol thanks for the info

[@mothersoul1]

Fajr salah

[@valeriehofmann2615]

What about width? How does that work with a straight stitch?

[@TheCraftyGemini]

There’s no width to adjust in a straight stitch. When you move the dial for stitch width it moves the needle position but it will still just stitch a straight stitch.

[@lettiesuebailey7339]

Sorry I don’t understand millimeters. What does that convert into in inches

[@TheCraftyGemini]

The mm measurements as they relate to stitch length are too small to talk about it in inches. For example 1/4” = 6.35mm. So, when I’m talking about 2mm and 3mm it’s a lot smaller than 1/4”.

[@AlexKall]

1 inch = 25.4 millimeters. So 2 mm divided by 25.4 would give you the length in inches. Which isn't very useful. If you instead take 25.4 divided by 2 mm you will get number of stitches per inch. So 2 mm would be 12.7 stitches per inch. If you want to know how many millimeters you need to set to get a specific stitches per inch you can divide 25.4 with the number och stitches you want. For example you want 10 stitches per inch, you divide 25.4 with 10 and you get 2.54 so if you set your machine to 2.5 you will get about 10 stiches per inch.

[@amberm4181]

Thank you!

[@marisolhoward5309]

Thank you!