A regular sewing machine can sew beautifully lamination fabric on knits too. Each machine model is different and comes with their array of stitches. Since some machines as more basic than others, I've kept the stitch setting for this machine simple so that it is accessible to everyone. We'll talk about stitch options and settings shortly, but first, let's talk about the seam allowance for this project. As mentioned before, the allowance is. On our guide plate or throat plate, we use the allowance marks to align our fabric. The first whole line on the plate mark is covered by the pressure foot; only a very small portion of the line is visible for fabric alignment.Move your needle over to the right-hand position.
This will now allow you to align your fabric edge to the line. The seam allowance will still sew at since we have moved the needle over by .Ok, now let's talk about stitch settings. For each setting below, I've suggested width and length settings but each fabric and machine may call for a different setting. Before sewing your project, test each one out to see how it performs with your fabric and adjust the settings as needed.Different models of machines come with various kinds of stretch stitches. Some of these stitches overcast the seam allowance as it sews. One stitch that is very common, however, does not provide an overcast, looks similar to a zig zag but it is designed specifically for stretch.
One disadvantage of this stitch is that it's very difficult to unpick if you make a mistake or need a fit adjustment, so if using it, you may want to baste first. If you are using a serger for this project, there will be a few steps in the instructions that call for the use of a sewing machine. Do not pull the fabric as you sew.A zig zag has the ability to stretch with fabric. For the purposes of sewing knit fabric, the width is at a narrow setting and the stitch length is a bit shorter that your regular length . Test the stitch on your scrap fabric before sewing. Do not pull the fabric as you sew.I recommend this stitch for understitching or topstitching. In areas where there is bulk, such as the armhole binding or the neckline's understitch, this stitch will prevent the fabric from stretching out as you sew. Set your width to 3 mm and your stitch length to 2.5 mm. With scrap fabric, test an understitch with the zig zag.
This double needle creates a stitch similar to a cover stitch and is ideal for hemming a garment or edge stitching binding. You must sew with the right side of the fabric facing you. This needle produces a double line of stitching on top. A zig-zag stitch forms automatically on the bottom, which allows the stitch to stretch. You must use it with a zig-zag foot. When sewing with knits, use a ball point or stretch twin needle. Set the stitch length the 2.5 mm. Test the stitch on your scrap fabric.It is best to use two top spools when sewing with a twin needle. But in the event that you're using thread from your stash and don't have two spools of the same colour, here's a little trick. You can wind a second bobbin with thread and use it in place of your second spool.
