A Comprehensive Guide to Enhanced Garment Detailing Waists may have tucks of various size, from the tiny pin tucks to the size of two inches. All material should be tucked before it is cut, except in cases where a tuck is continued through a seam like a Gibson tuck on a shoulder, and in that…
When sewing patterned fabrics like plaids, stripes, prints, and figures, extra care must be taken to match the design from piece to piece. With some planning and patience, excellent results are achievable even for beginners. Follow these tips when cutting and sewing matched fabrics: For allover prints, flowers and figures should align perfectly. Choose oneconsistent…
When working with fabrics that have a nap or pile, such as woolens, velvet, and plush, it is essential to pay attention to the direction of the nap during layout and cutting. The nap refers to the smooth, brushed finish on woolen fabrics, while the pile is the soft raised surface on velvet and plush….
When sewing garments, repeated try-ons are often needed to perfect the fit. A customized waist or bust form eliminates this frustration. Forms provide shape for draping and fitting waists without wearing them. With some effort, an inexpensive form can be padded into an exact replica of one’s figure for superior results. Begin with a basic…
It is essential when sewing to begin by supplying oneself with the proper tools and materials. Fine sewing requires fine needles and thread, while material cannot be properly cut without sharp scissors. Basting threads, assorted needle sizes, shears, and small scissors for ripping are important and should never be neglected when striving for quality workmanship….
Calculating Fabric Yardage for Sewing Projects One of the most vital steps in planning a sewing project is determining how much fabric you’ll need. There’s nothing more frustrating than being mid-project and realizing you don’t have enough material. While yardage requirements vary widely depending on the project, some general guidelines can help you estimate. Fabric…
The Art of Choosing the Perfect Thread A Guide to Sewing Thread Types and Their Importance Sewing is both an art and a science that requires the seamless fusion of skill, technique, and materials. Among the fundamental materials that play a pivotal role in sewing success is thread. With the extensive variety of thread types…
