How to Sew Neoprene Fabric

By Society & Culture & Entertainment Last updated Tuesday, June/11/2024

1). Thread your sewing machine with the nylon thread and replace the needle with a new heavy-duty needle size 16 or 18.
2). Lay the neoprene fabric right-sides facing, so the inside of the fabric is facing outward and the outside of the fabric facing inward.
3). Place the neoprene under your sewing machine’s presser foot and set your sewing machine for a straight stitch with a medium- to long-stitch length and low tension.
4). Sew the neoprene fabric slowly with the sewing machine, leaving a ¼-inch seam allowance. Repeat this process with all the pieces of neoprene fabric.
5). For a waterproof seam, apply a heat-sealable tape across the seam. To prevent chafing, add a strip of elastic to the rough edge of the neoprene.