I would like tips for sewing on very fine silky material.?

Answer 1

Kinda depends on the weave and the slipperiness as well as how easily it frays. Are you sewing seams or hems? Are you sewing with the grain or on the bias? Do you have wide seams or can you zigzag or serge them or do you need to trim and roll them, then tack by hand? Will a very tight zigzag be sufficient? can you zigzag then turn it back and straight stitch it? If that's too bulky , can you simply straight stitch, trim close(1/8" or less), then turn it into a very narrow hem and straight stitch that? Can you run a decorative stitch on top of it? Is it an item that will later be washed or dry cleaned or is it a one time affair? Will you need a ball-point or sharp needle? Will the sewing need to show or be hidden? Maybe you could go to a fabric store and ask for details - most of them have people willing to help answer these questions and make suggestions as well as give additional tips.

Answer 2

If you're using a machine, use a fine needle made for very lightweight material and a presser foot for satin/silk. I think it's clear, at least the one on my machine is. Also, make sure the tension isn't set too tight. Get a scrap piece of your fabric and test it until you get a tension that doesn't make your material pucker.