Sewing Tip 49
Sew your seams with a tiny zigzag stitch rather than a straight stitch if your fabric is a knit or another material that you think will relax after it’s sewn (like wool jersey or rayon crepe).
This will put a slight…
Sewing Tip 48
When changing thread on a serger using the tie-on technique, don’t let the knot go through the tension discs.
Lift the knot out of the discs, pull the thread forward, so that the thread which goes into the discs is past…
Sewing Tip 47
If you have a friend who sews, set up regular sewing times to get together and sew.
You will accomplish a lot more and get to know each other better each time.
Another bonus is that two heads are better than one to…
Sewing Tip 46
Cuffs and mandarin collars always lie smoother and conform better to the body if they are cut on the bias.
Cut the interfacing on the bias as well.
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Sewing Tip 45
Is it possible to mix pattern fabric within an outfit? Absolutely!
Designer, Thakoon Panichgul states that, “If the jacket is bold and in a large scale print, keep the pattern in the pants low key.”
Sandra’s favorite techniques for mixing prints is to…
Sewing Tip 44
When sewing a double welt pocket in a striped fabric, cut the welts on the cross grain or bias so you do not have to match the stripes to the jacket. Bias welts can chevron in the middle.
Want to add flawless…
Sewing Tip 43
When pinning patterns to fine fabrics, place pins only in the seam allowances.
This will avoid marks in the fabric.
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Sewing Tip 42
Bring your phone with you when you shop for ideas, design details or silhouettes. Use it to take pictures of garments that can be referred to later.
Also, always carry a 6-inch ruler with you when you shop. Use it to…
Sewing Tip 41
Taffeta is a noisy fabric that rustles when you walk.
This fabric also creases easily, which can be reduced by underlining in organza or net. Taffeta does not ease well, so choose a style without princess seams.
Experiment with tension on scrap…
Sewing Tip 40
When making a patch pocket on a tailored jacket, the pocket must be lined to hold its shape and take the pressure off the fashion fabric.
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Sewing Tip 39
Hold patch pockets in place for topstitching by using the following:
-Glue from a glue stick,
-Steam-A-Seam, OR
-Wonder Tape
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Sewing Tip 38
A tailored jacket that is left unlined needs to have attractively finished, not serged, seams.
Hong Kong seam finishes are the awesome choice.
Light weight cottons in small prints or stripes cut on the bias are perfect to bind raw edges.
Want to…
