Sewing the MARLO SWEATER | making a staple cardigan

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  • Опубліковано 2 сер 2024
  • Today we are sewing the Marlo Sweater, a perfect pattern for cold winter or spring weather, and a perfect everyday cardigan! In this video, I show you the entire process from selecting fabric, to cutting fabric, and sewing the sweater, as well as my thoughts on the project. This pattern is perfect for wearing on its own or layering, and is great for the transitional spring season as well!
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    Chapters:
    00:00 Intro
    01:54 Cutting fabric
    02:16 Fabric selection
    03:08 Pattern pieces
    03:45 Sewing process
    10:55 The reveal
    11:48 Thoughts on the project
    16:16 Outro + thanks for watching!
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    Fabric: Mood fabrics double knit (various colours available): www.moodfabrics.com/italian-s...
    Pattern: truebias.com/products/marlo-s...
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    Song: Run
    Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios.
    Link: • [No Copyright Music] R... | Creative Commons - Attribution ND 4.0
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    Made by Mel is a space all about being creative. Thanks for following along!
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  • @rainboworchestra
    @rainboworchestra 21 день тому

    you remind me of bobbi altoff!!! so pretty 🎉

  • @denisekendall7147
    @denisekendall7147 Рік тому +2

    Your Marlo turned out great. Love the colour. Have the pattern, still to figure out size. Coming into our winter in New Zealand so it will be a handy top to have. Enjoyed your video. Take care ❤

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  Рік тому

      Thanks for your comment - hope you will enjoy the pattern and it will keep you warm for winter!

    • @denisekendall7147
      @denisekendall7147 Рік тому

      @@MadeByMelm Hi there. I finished my Marlo last night and I am so pleased with the way it turned out. I made the long version. If I can be cheeky and ask a question. What pattern is the mustard coloured coat to your left. It is lovely. I'm looking for a coat pattern and that one looks perfect. Thank you in advance. Cheeky I know. Take care❤

  • @cindy7702
    @cindy7702 8 місяців тому +1

    thank you for this.. I have mine cut out.. I am doing the longer version but no buttons since I wouldn't do them up anyway on this version. Great sew along.. very helpful

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  8 місяців тому

      I'm glad this was helpful for you! Have fun with your project! 😊

  • @corinnelaurin6242
    @corinnelaurin6242 Рік тому +2

    I really enjoyed your video! The sweater is lovely and the colour is so pretty

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  Рік тому

      Thank you so much for all the support ❤️

  • @brigittev9917
    @brigittev9917 Рік тому +1

    Very nice Marlo, that fabric looks lush.

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  Рік тому

      Thank you so much! Yes I was lucky to find such a nice fabric, it is pillowy and so comfy to wear :)

  • @SeamsLikeAGoodIdea
    @SeamsLikeAGoodIdea Рік тому +1

    Thank you! Lovely Marlo sweater!! Also, your Kenmore is so elegant looking!

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  Рік тому

      Thank you so much! Yes I love my Kenmore, such a trusty and elegant machine!

  • @tammymasson2343
    @tammymasson2343 Рік тому +1

    This was a fabulous video! I love how clear and articulate you are. Your sweater turned out truly beautiful!

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  Рік тому

      Thank you so much, I'm glad it was easy to follow! 😊

  • @ViperBurlesque
    @ViperBurlesque Рік тому +1

    The colour is so beautiful on you!! Also looks super cozy ❤

  • @loreliemiller628
    @loreliemiller628 10 місяців тому +1

    Love it! Now I want to make it but first I need to purchase the pattern! Thank you!

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  10 місяців тому

      Hope you enjoy making it! It's a great pattern 😊

  • @lorrainewhiting1267
    @lorrainewhiting1267 9 місяців тому +1

    Great vlog with some good tips. Your sweater really suits you, loving the colour. You are so clear with your instructions. I have made the cropped and long version of this pattern.

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  9 місяців тому

      Thank you so much! This is such a great pattern 😊

  • @connienash3666
    @connienash3666 Рік тому +1

    I love everything about this sweater!

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  Рік тому

      Thank you so much, I'm glad you liked it! :)

  • @happilyeverafter4971
    @happilyeverafter4971 Рік тому +1

    The sweater turned out great! I've had this one for a while, but have been unsure of what size to make. I've seen some people say that it was super oversized so they needed to size down, but your version looks exactly like the envelope pictures to me. It was really helpful to see that, and I think I'll go with the pattern recommendations. Looking forward to finally making it!

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  Рік тому

      I'm so glad this was helpful! I think my actual size per the pattern envelope was the perfect choice for me. Have fun making yours!

  • @Getonmylevelgamingmc
    @Getonmylevelgamingmc Рік тому +2

    3rd!!!!!!!

  • @gsuzannes
    @gsuzannes Рік тому +1

    I love this! That color is so perfect and you made it look so easy! Can I ask what that yellow too is that you were using while sewing at some points of the video? I’m a beginner and always curious to learn more!

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  Рік тому

      Thank you so much! Great question! This tool has different names, but is commonly called a "hump jumper"! It is used under your presser foot to help raise the presser foot when you are sewing over bulky seams. Here is an example: www.wawak.com/sewing/sewing-machine-accessories/machine-accessories/the-hump-jumper-18-116-2pack/#sku=prt6101

  • @elizabethwilson5349
    @elizabethwilson5349 Рік тому +1

    Love your style! This came out fabulous and it is really flattering on you. Could you zoom in on your mock overlock stitch so I can associate it to the one on my machine? Thanks! Love your videos!

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  Рік тому

      Thank you so very much for watching and for your comment! I just posted a video about sewing tips, and in this video I show a close up of the mock-overlock stitch. Here: ua-cam.com/video/NIhHkR5V0tA/v-deo.html (timestamp 6:00). hope this helps!

  • @rosemaryhannah3467
    @rosemaryhannah3467 Рік тому +1

    I've made two Marlo sweaters, the first one was the long version but I wasn't sure about it as it seemed to 'drown' me. I don't think the cropped version would be right for me (too old!) so I decided to make the second version at a length halfway between the crop and the long version and I sized down . The length turned out to be a mistake and I wished I'd made the longer version. But it's perfectly wearable and certainly not a disaster. I've got some fabric to make a third one and I'm going to make it in the longer length. One thing I have found is that what you wear under the Marlo makes a big difference. My first one is blue but I bought it online and it turned out to be a much duller blue than I expected - it was supposed to be cobalt blue but definitely wasn't. However I went through various RTW tops I had and found one that 'lifted' the dull blue.

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  Рік тому

      Great idea with experimenting with different tops under the Marlo sweater, it can really change the look!

  • @jessicaredhouse6666
    @jessicaredhouse6666 10 місяців тому +1

    Hi! This video is so helpful I learned so many things. You made all of the steps so clear. Can you please tell me what fabric you used to iron over your main fabric? Also, which stitch did you use for topstitching? I'm confused if you can topstitch with a straight stitch on knit fabric or if it's something else. Thank you!

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  9 місяців тому +1

      Thank you for commenting! I use the Dritz silk organza pressing cloth. And for this project, I used a strait stitch as the fabric won't stretch much. However for projects that will stretch a lot (t-shirts, leggings, etc) I will top stitch with a triple stitch (or a straight stretch stitch) to make sure my topstitching doesn't pop when worn.

    • @jessicaredhouse6666
      @jessicaredhouse6666 9 місяців тому

      @@MadeByMelm That's so helpful! Thank you ☺️

  • @cindywinkler4172
    @cindywinkler4172 8 місяців тому +1

    Why are you stitching with 1/2 inch seam allowance? Pattern says 3/8?

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Cindy, I think I misspoke at one point in the voiceover. You are correct the seam allowance is 1 cm or 3/8 inch for this project which is what I used!