Elastic Application - Thread Bunching

When I serge elastic to bodysuit necklines, armholes and leg openings, every time I let go of the elastic (to line up the fabric, remove pins, etc.) the threads all bunch together. Underneath the bunching, on the bottom side of the fabric, I get little loops of thread. Is this normal, or am I doing something wrong? I don't like the look of it, especially since I am selling these suits to the kids at the local gymnastics club. The elastic stays on and all, but the loopy threads look messy. I've tried loosening the tension, tightening the tension, but there's been no change. Any suggestions?

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Fabric Addict
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What kind of needles are you using? I find that stretch needles are best for this application, and always use stretch or ball point needles in the serger on knits and elastic, and especially where Lycra/Spandex/elastane is involved. Also, use bulk poly or woolly nylon in the loopers.

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Kate Dicey

I never use my serger to apply elastic because there's just too much thread. I always use a lycra or other stitch on a regular machine.

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Phaedrine

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