@Englandfan91
I prefer a tunnel and pull the elastic through with a safety pin. It's easier to change the elastic that way.
@glorygracek.1841
Just a reminder that the elastic will shrink after wash, so add a bit. Also, with this technique, it's extremely hard to replace the elastic if it loses it's stretchyness or if you accidentally made the elastic the wrong leangth. (Guess how I know tbese things? Lol)
@kathymcfarland5516
The elastic that lasts the longest is something called 'swimsuit' elastic. It is harder to find and a bit more expensive, but it does last. Sewing through elastic also shortens the life of the elastic. The last thing is anyone who has a small waist and fuller hips will know that having equal gathers all around is not a good look. If you use a tube casing, you can adjust the gathers to where you need them, mostly through the back and sides, not the front! I've been sewing since I was eight and still have the Singer Featherweight that a friend of my grandmother had given me. The only thing I would want to have on it would be a zig zag, but I DO have the attachment!
@ceresawen181
The only thing to keep in mind is that elastic is usually the first thing to wear out and this method makes it very hard to replace your elastic. If i spend time making something i want it to last a long time and be able to easily repair it. But the beauty of sewing is that you do it how you want to! Just know pros and cons to different methods.
@suzyh1399
When the elastic wears out and gets way too loose it is awful to take apart. That is why I prefer a casing. You can just open it up and place a new tighter elastic inside the same casing.
@eddyvideostar
Very good.
@SuPie1353
They are very cute but be warned, it only works on fairly light weight fabrics.
@beag1825
Love it!! I hate the túnel method the elastic doubles , twists and creates a life of its own!! .. 🤦🏻♀️😂
@_katraa_
OMG! Thank you so much! I feel like you’ve unlocked one of the mysteries of the universe😆. I’ve been sewing elastic for years, and your method is so easy and fun 🤩. Thank you for sharing 🙏😁
@mitziefrazier378
It’s much easier to make a tunnel effect so your shorts first, then pull the elastic through
@jazz-axy9924
Dont ever delete this😂 im saving it to my DIY playlist for that magical day I finally start learning to sew
@kashigata
Genius! I love this method. 🎉❤❤
@Rueescorner
Actually you should always pull really good on the elastic when you do the straight stitch because of the tension of the thread. If you don’t the stitches will snap. Also recommend decreasing both tensions to let the thread sew looser. Also recommend nylon thread instead of cotton because it’s stretchier. Maybe even use a combination of 150 and 120.
@roseredd7895
Looking up different methods to repair elastic in shorts , thank you for wonderful description here ! Very appreciated ❤
@stacey738
This won't work with all kinds of elastic, only some. Some elastics will lose their stretch significantly when sown over, especially if you don't stretch them or dont use a zigzag.
@victoriah.2083
Better to make casing w slit opening to insert and remove elastic and/or cord! Makes pants last for years and years! The gathered elastic is faster but looks cheap! Invest the time & labor. But only if the pants/shorts/skirts are ones you feel worthy of said investment.
@PatriciaWeeks-nq5zx
And it doesn't roll. Love this!
@melmarmcn777
I follow a similar method. I mark the quarter points on the elastic, but I dont pin it into the waistband. Rather, I just hold the point in place, find the midpoint and hold that with my other hand, and use my serger to sew it in place. To prevent a puckered effect on the fabric itself, remember to keep the fabric as flat as possible on your serger or sewing machine bed, and ONLY stretch the elastic. NOT the fabric. This technique also applies to neckbands, arm or leg cuffs or any type of stretchy elastic or fabric being sewn into something that will create a gathered effect. Then I fold the elastic over once and sew it in place with a narrow zigzag or a lightning stitch. A lightning stitch is basically a variation of a narrow zigzag stitch but it looks more like a straight stitch. I dont prefer a straight stitch with elastic or stretchy fabrics because the stitches may pop.
@Michelle6998832
Everyone has this heavy-duty singer. I already own 6 sewing machines, but I'm getting very tempted to get this machine. Some reviews I read rated this machine as good as a Juki. Does anyone reading my comment know more pros and cons of owning this machine? I love reading replies and reviews. Thank you all, and keep on sewing, creating, and evolving!!! 🌻
@maryedwards-simpson3060