The SEWALONG you’ve all been requesting!! Woohoo!!!

[@emmachizzit9919]

I love the way you encourage people to just jump in, but warn about the rocks along the way. I am not a total beginner but I learn things from you. There are very few prople in the millions of videos I have watched who mention characteristics of the fabric, needle size and stitch length. I love your bright bubbly personality and genuine love for getting into your sewing projects. Thank you so much for sharing all of it.

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you so much for the kind words! Appreciate it!

[@LoriChoman]

I took mine out of the box and moved it all around my sewing room for six years before I got the courage to try it! lol I love it now!

[@shesewsseams]

I totally get it!

[@coffeebeforemascara]

I totally relate with this!

[@find-a-dealx4580]

I bought myself a serger, I took it out of the box, put the cover over it and that's where it's been for a month. I watch this video and now I think I'm ready to take that leap! 🤸🏾🤪

[@Kenna198]

I don’t feel so bad, mine’s been in the box for over a year lol

[@amytrimble2179]

I've had mine for 3 years, and it's still in the box😮

[@wolfprincess75]

I absolutely adore your bubbly personality. It would be worth watching your videos just for the bright, beautiful you!!

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@Leesie77]

I ended up going on eBay and found a Singer brand brand new in original packaging Cutter Foot that mimics a serger machine that is used on your regular sewing machine. They range between $10-60 depending on where you go to purchase them. I know Joann’s carries them as well. I bought mine for $9 on eBay in brand name, not counterfeit either. It looks a lot like the Singer walking foot with the housing. Pay attention to your sewing machine whether it has high or low shank. It connects exactly like the walking foot. There’s KZbin videos that shows and explains in great detail how to properly use them and how to load your fabric properly to get it to cut. Although it doesn’t do everything that a serger machine can do, it will give a nice clean finished edge. I hope this helps someone, it’s like a baby step towards getting a serger machine.

[@DH-qz2so]

What??? I had no idea! I will look into that...thanks!

[@Leesie77]

@@DH-qz2so, no problem! Both Amazon and eBay sell them. I just typed in “side cutter foot” in the search bar in both apps. I ended up going with eBay because they had Singer brand name and the one I got was listed as auction or best offer. They had it listed for $13, I offered $9 and got it with free shipping. The brand name Singer foot typically runs about $20 on eBay with free shipping. At Joann’s Fabric they wanted almost $70 for the same exact kit (I got 3 feet in the same package). So even at $20 new is still a really great deal for brand name. They sell same thing unbranded from China too. There’s tons of KZbin videos and tutorials on how to properly install and load your material into the foot. There’s lots of reviews from people on KZbin too that are true because they didn’t pay attention on the instructions of how to properly load the material into the foot and wouldn’t cut for them. Just be discerning with KZbin videos for tutorials. I promise you won’t regret getting one and learning how to load the material correctly into the foot to “serge” and sew. Plus it’s only 2 threads used, your upper and bobbin thread with a zigzag stitch. It’s an inexpensive route to try and learn before spending a couple hundred on a machine that can be intimidating and potentially collect dust lol. It’s always good to have the cutting foot anyway even if one has a serger. Use it as a backup in case the serger becomes inoperable or needs maintenance done. Good luck and I hope it works out for you! Have a beautiful and blessed day!!

[@anacampa4071]

You are such an amazing seamstress. That vest/kimono looked so beautiful especially over the dress you were wearing. I also love how encouraging you are. Thank you for all the projects you so patiently teach us. ❤

[@shesewsseams]

Oh thank you!

[@lolitascreations]

I’m so happy I found your channel! I love your encouraging personality! I needed you in my life. You explain everything thing to a beginners level. I sewed for many years, but I stopped a few years back. You have put the love of sewing back in me. Thank you for all you do. You are amazing!

[@shesewsseams]

You’re so sweet! I’m so glad you’re back to sewing!

[@michelleterry424]

I love watching your videos. I have been sewing for years. I sew almost 80% on my serger. You are a joy to watch and thank you for making my day filled with laughter.

[@shesewsseams]

You are so welcome!

[@loisgehman949]

30 years ago my mom had a serger that had never been out of the box… I not only took it out of the box… I put at least a mile of sewing with it… now my sister has it and I’ve graduated to a little bit nicer serger albeit older than the one mom gave to my sister.

[@jodiepotter6029]

Neat! Have you considered maybe teaching beginning serger videos for newbies? Your teaching methods are insightful, patient yet professional and knowledgeable. It would be nice to get more in-depth demos and understanding of sergers overall. And I’ve heard threading and understanding parts/pieces would be amazing with your teaching methods. 🤞🏻

[@JL-il6vk]

Chelsea, that is just beautiful! You are so absolutely beautiful and that project you are making is gorgeous! You are a fabulous teacher!!!

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you so much!

[@susiejohnson4530]

That is LOVELY fabric. How do you keep it from getting "eaten" by your feed dog area? I've had super cheap basic sewing machines all the way to my NEW computerized one EAT FABRIC in the FEED DOG area. Seems that the machine takes that FEED DOG too seriously. Thanks for the tutorial, LOVE IT!! great job. I LOVE how you use things that are easy to find around the house if necessary to sew with . That makes it SEW much easier on us everyday peeps that don't have a big sponsor buying us stuff to use. LOVE the tip on doing the CORNER of the neck or anything else --watched it 3 times to memorize it. OOOH and How to use the 1/4 inch seam allowance FOOT. I've got several FEET that I don't even know WHAT they're used for. Came with the machine or in a KIT with other FEET . I've got one of the 1/4 in. seam ones and NOW I know what it's for and HOW to use it. THANK YOU.

[@sandraeasley9354]

I only recently learned to use my serger. Don’t make clothes but your video has me wanting to make a cover up. You are so good at giving clear details and encourage everyone to try things.❤

[@shesewsseams]

You can do it!

[@creativewolfdesigns]

If i need to hold down my pattern, I have a small box of river rocks I use

[@marciesigrist7921]

Hey!!! Thanks for saying this!!!! I have rocks I paint on, right in my painting/metalsmithing/sewing room. You are brilliant! Thanks for the tip!!!

[@juliaappold845]

I've been sewing for more than 5o years and I learn things from you every time I watch. You also don't talk down to me as a seasoned sewist or to the beginner. Thank you for your tutorials.

[@shesewsseams]

You are so welcome!

[@LindaWilde-y6l]

I just found your channel and I’m so happy to meet you, love how down to earth you are and relaxed you are. One thing that is so important to me is, most people I watch have the camera right down low on their projects and I do not like that at all. I guess I don’t understand why they do that. I guess they don’t want us to see them. I love how you are showing close and far. Thank you for sharing and being my new best friend. Take care. 😊 ❤❤ I am Linda Wilde and live in Ohio .

[@diannerippon7349]

Thank you for sharing You did a wonderful job. I love it! I love my overlocker, this what we call it in Australia. It saves heaps of time & finishes your sewing off beautifully.

[@melanieabeyta2926]

I like how you explain things with fun and excitement. 🎉

[@topangasunrise]

I love your videos, and find them so helpful. Just recently got a serger - I'm more of an upcycler than a new garment creator, but I learn so much from you and find you so encouraging.

[@minbdlc7581]

I appreciate you showing us how to make this and make it looks so easy. By the way that cover up goes so well with the dress you’re wearing❤. You rock!!!!

[@shesewsseams]

Thanks so much 😊

[@cosudu3002]

Yeah, I have a Babylock Celebrate serger too and I love it. I never have a problem with the stitches going wonky or anything. I am currently using mine to sew up the cardigan pieces I've knit and it works like a dream - no more hand sewing knitted pieces together - win-win!

[@maheraljannan]

Hey there. The first video I saw for you was the pyjama one. I was looking for a tutorial to do PJs for my kids and I came across yours. Something about your videos that feel like they are coming from your heart. 🌹 I like your messy (in a good way😉) room, where things are laying on the floor or a plastic bag hanged on the door knob makes it as real as our homes are. Not those neat well maintained well edited videos to show the best. No, it's kinda laid back conventional scene, not to mention how informative and how much you give all tips you can. 🌹 You're such a sweet person. Keep up the good work ❤😊🌹 🥰. All the best from Sweden 🇸🇪. 🌹

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you!

[@maheraljannan]

@@shesewsseams You are most welcome🌹🌹🌹

[@Rene-m7g]

I really enjoy your videos, you are a really great encourager!

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you so much!

[@rebeccaherrera6006]

Thank you for making this look so easy. I have adhd and never want to do something by myself unless I have someone with me “holding my hand”. I think it’s more that I want someone experienced within arms reach that can explain stuff to me so I don’t waste my time and it becomes yet another unfinished project,which I have a TON of. I almost bought a serger and have always wanted to but I needed to know the difference and the benefits, etc. It’s probably why I bought a sewing machine from Walmart in case I break it. Honestly the information to teach myself is daunting so aside from the easy little projects I try to do haphazardly is no longer enough for me and want to sew nicer things for my family members like this

[@shesewsseams]

You’ve got this! I believe in you!

[@angelheart1430]

That fabric is stunning on you! So so beautiful.💗

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you so much!

[@loriehill8681]

Well I have been on the fence about buying a serger for almost a year since buying my Brother sewing machine that has 290 different stitches .....and I have used maybe 7 😂.... obviously not the "serger quality " I think you just convinced me to tell my husband to get his bank card ready and take the leap cause Chelsea said so 😉 beautiful cover up 💕

[@shesewsseams]

Oohhh how exciting!!!

[@nancysworld4178]

Great video! I love the coverall and the fabric! It looks great with that dress!❤

[@sunshinemarie3550]

Lol I am so glad that I have found your channel you are going to be my motivation this year. I have a serger 😊. I have had it for 2 1/2 to 3 years and still haven’t removed it out the packaging lol thank you I’ve also wanted to make this very long cover-up and here you are.

[@lynnhufstetler3825]

I love my Bernette B68 airlock serger. It can use five threads and serging is a dream

[@marciesigrist7921]

Love this project. I just bought a serger, finally! I love it. I love your encouraging ways!!!

[@shesewsseams]

Have fun!

[@alidahawker8734]

Looks gorgeous Chelsea

[@kathrynmurphy8147]

I love your tutorials . You are so happy and bubbly and encouraging. And yes I have a serger brand new in an unopened box in my garage! You spoke to me! I may get it out ! 😂😊

[@shesewsseams]

Wonderful!

[@johnniejohnson450]

I felt like I had “made it” as a sew it’s when I got my serger. I love it.

[@d_malloy7764]

I LOVE MY SERGER!

[@shesewsseams]

Ooohhh me toooo!!!

[@wendeymorales19]

It is beautiful!!!!!! It looks so nice on you, even with your outfit that you have on. I love that dress you're wearing. You are a natural teacher! Very well explained. I will make this on day!!! P.s., what are we making next? Lol

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you so much!

[@jencash9595]

Looks so beautiful with your green dress!

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you!!

[@bethroundell8424]

I want to sew every day! It doesn't happen. Thank you! I heard you! I 'control' my destiny! I'll go sew! Love ending tutorial! 😊. Wonderful video!

[@drblondegirl4880]

Had to subscribe as soon as I saw the toy horse by your Juki serger in the first part of your video. Reminded me of sewing when my kids were little. ❤. What a wonderful sewing project. Thank you

[@shesewsseams]

🥰🥰🥰 there’s always some kind of toy hanging around up there!

[@melissamiller2464]

Beautiful! I wish you were my neighbor. We would be great friends! love your videos

[@shesewsseams]

😊 thank you

[@theresateegarden9147]

Your fabric is beautiful! I have a surger, I never really got comfortable with using it before I quit sewing. I did make some baby blankets and surged the ribbon edging on and that was it. Your cover-up turned out beautifully. Love the fabric/ pattern of your material.

[@loribarton7480]

I am so glad I found your channel. You have a fun personality. I bought a cheap little serger and I LOVE IT! You are a great teacher! I really want to make that coverup. ❤️

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you so much!

[@jdbfortney]

If you dont have a serger, try using a "European hem". I Perfer that when using a sheer fabric ❤❤❤

[@KimtheElder]

Gorgeous! Can't wait to see what you do / did with the sparkle fabric😃

[@MariaM-yn9tl]

Great video. Thanks for the inspiration I can’t wait to try & make it. I’m going to make mine from scraps to make it an art crafting duster. I want it to look really artsy. I will wear it when I’m in the creative mood. Once I make a successful one then I will use my favorite fabrics.

[@GloriaHasberry]

This project is such a treasure! I have several fabrics that I could turn into a Summer Cover up. Thanks for your encouragement and detailed instructions on how to be successful!

[@shesewsseams]

You are so welcome!

[@carolynthomas4527]

That looks good with the dress that you have on😊

[@kathleenmartin2448]

You are so much fun! Love the pattern and the video!

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you so much!

[@nonabatiste219]

Love this pattern and will definitely make several for myself.❤❤❤

[@shesewsseams]

Have fun!

[@sandrasmith7267]

😊love the Serger great cover you made love watching you and explain out to do things

[@shesewsseams]

Thanks so much!!

[@nancyholmes1765]

I always have trouble with one thread always seems to break even when I follow all the directions to thread the machine. Then I get frustrated and don’t use it. By the way I really like your channel you have a very fun personality and do a very good job showing and explaining your projects! I hope you do a lot more.

[@celtprincess13]

Chelsea! I bought some awesome clearance fabric from Fabric Mart to make some workout wear. Thank you SO. MUCH. for sharing them via your Insta, because I never would have found them otherwise. Also, can't wait to try out this cover up pattern, you make it look so simple to do!

[@shesewsseams]

You are so welcome! I’m so glad you shopped with them!

[@debbiez3984]

@Chelsea I bought the patter for the cover up and that doesn’t scare me after watching your informative tutorial. My nervousness comes from printing and assembling the parrern, which I have never done before. Help, please!

[@sherrywiggins843]

I just love watching you! You are so encouraging and uplifting... which is what I need ❤

[@shesewsseams]

I'm so glad!

[@melanieabeyta2926]

You are very encouraging. I am wanting to make a little past the knee length skirt.

[@dellabadger3514]

What a cute project. I just love your tutorial. Great job. I can’t wait to purchase this pattern and surge away. Thank you so much

[@shesewsseams]

Have fun!

[@jesuschildmgb]

I love this, !!!!❤

[@yowgyrl]

I went to the site and searched for that pattern, but I couldn't find it. I really like your teaching style.

[@shesewsseams]

www.patternsforpirates.com/product/summer-cover-up/

[@yowgyrl]

@@shesewsseams thank you ❤️

[@heyitskayla23]

I am so excited that you've finally posted the sewalong for this pattern! :D Thank you so much!

[@shesewsseams]

You're so welcome!

[@laureenllacey6620]

Another great tutorial and I love your encouragement. I had been given a serger and was to afraid to get into all that threading so gave it to my daughters best friend, who is a doll, because she had been wanting one. I new she would have no problem figuring it out! I am going to order the pattern.

[@shesewsseams]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kimdrumeler]

I'm totally doing this!!!

[@bjbible4859]

I love your teaching style!

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you! 😃

[@marleneclark4186]

Thank you for the serger lesson and making the coverup. I believe I could make this. ❤🎉

[@shesewsseams]

You can do it!

[@bethroundell8424]

I got new server from lady who gave one to her mom, who changed her mind. $75 AWESOME DEAL. Parkinsons is slowing me down. I have long owned blanket binding. ! YEAH!

[@tinagonzalez2414]

Great job. You look really beautiful wearing it. Thanks for the video. 😊

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you! 😊

[@melauman5497]

Can’t wait to try this one!!!

[@shesewsseams]

Have fun!

[@coffeeallien6139]

Omg! I love that you have done this! TY TY TY! So very much!!!!

[@shesewsseams]

You are so welcome!

[@bridgetwhite5547]

Great sew a long. Thank you🎉

[@shesewsseams]

You’re welcome 😊

[@keziahayes-barker1543]

Ok just so know I’ve watching your video for the last couple of days, love all of the videos I’ve seen so far ! Now I’m watching this one and wondering how do you print this pattern please give the information on how to download and print . 😊 Thanks 😊

[@lindafederer]

Loved the pattern

[@lcarlene2003]

The dollar tree has velvet ribbon for fall and it’s amazing

[@marciaholliman5655]

That is beautiful and seem so easy to make.

[@theresabautista7010]

I agree I need a beginner serger tutorial....I'm so scared to use mine

[@CyndiAlvarado-d6j]

Gorgeous ❤

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you! 😊

[@lindarussell1932]

Great tutorial ❤❤🎉🎉

[@jeankeith7309]

I must make one of these! Beautiful!

[@shesewsseams]

You should!

[@lavondacarter7228]

Love the fabric !

[@cathyb4152]

It’s beautiful! Thank you.

[@maryswartzel2773]

I adore my serger!!

[@tamaradore6834]

I love your dress!

[@kellyratliff3473]

Thank you for showing how to make a cover-up. Can you DM me with the place where you get your patterns. Thank you

[@feliciajones3394]

Hi I'm so glad I found your channel I want to know did you make that dress that you have on is such a beautiful color

[@shesewsseams]

I did not… I got it at lane Bryant. I think it’s on clearance now!

[@laurenebluder7037]

I have several patterns for garments. I’m terrified to begin. Can you do a video where you select your size and cut the pattern? Also, patterns are flimsy. What type of paper do you recommend for a pattern you will use over and over?

[@bettyloar2238]

Thank you for sharing this video ❤

[@chandrasutton4669]

Love it!!!😊😅😂

[@janetbeverlin6595]

love your video

[@PattyMoor3]

I was given a serger from my mom's friend yearrrs ago. I need to get it out and try it! I love the flowy cover up. Good choice on the length. I didn't sew along, I deconstructed along with some men's shorts for a quilt. 😂

[@PattyMoor3]

Shirts! Not shorts! Haha

[@Angelmama714]

Thank you for the video!! I feel like I CAN do it!! How much material did you use for your size? I'm the same and going to be getting it tomorrow to start this project. My first!!!

[@coffeebeforemascara]

I feel so cold out. I bought my first serger for just $25 from someone who was not wanting it in her life anymore, and then I proceeded to let it just sit there. I did find the original owner's manual which she no longer had, I found it online then about 6 months later I ordered a set of black thread cones for it. And it's sitting there right now and yeah maybe this will be my week I'll actually take a stab at it. (edited to correct the spelling of serger, lol)

[@shesewsseams]

Just run scrap fabric through it until you get comfortable!

[@coradora_1]

Thank you so much for this video 💚 Could you tell me how tall you are? I’m always looking for good patterns to fit (I’m 6ft and plus) it’s really helpful to know. Thank you 😊

[@dalynnmillard8559]

CHELSEA I love the idea of the 2 piece kimono pattern that you showed but I can't find where to buy the pattern? Could you please let me know where to purchase it. 2 piece I think I could try but can't find it lol thanks

[@alisonbaker1963]

Love this 🎉

[@shesewsseams]

Thanks!

[@wandab.6220]

Beautiful

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you

[@MichelleBarnes-tr2sf]

Thank you! This is so wonderful!! It's on patterns for pirates, is that correct?? ❤

[@shesewsseams]

Yes, it is!

[@patriciamcgarr3183]

What stitch length do I use for straight stitching? I love the end result. Much better than made from China! lol! Dress is very flattering too

[@shesewsseams]

Typically a 2.5mm

[@Dblene]

I did that already when altering pants. I went into the mens clothing store where I worked, sobbing. They just gave me a new pair and told me to be more careful. Only to find out, I did far less than the other tailors that worked there

[@anamariaokeefe3386]

Could you put the trim around the bottom or would that not look right?

[@LawandaFinch]

Can you do appliqué with a serger? I would love to have one but I have a Juki straight stitch and I love to appliqué but I really want a serger to finish edges like pillow cases so I don’t have to do French seams to keep fraying at bay.

[@nancychandler7289]

😊im surprised you didn’t do a rolled hem on your serger and then you wouldnt have to add a trim….now if you want to add a trim that’s fine. Thats the best thing about a serger is finishing the hems. But a great tutorial!

[@shesewsseams]

You certainly could! I try and keep my tutorials as beginner friendly as possible so this was the easiest way in my opinion. Love a serger rolled hem though!

[@lucilledaub5991]

Very pretty overlay. You have two overlocks?

[@dailychaos8]

I use my server on all fabrics. Not sure why anyone would only use it on knits...Otherwise your video is wonderful!

[@gloriajohnson8297]

Please give me some advice… I’d love a serger but have little money to spend. Do you have any recommendations?