Learn how to sew a jersey knit peasant dress in a knit fabric as opposed to a woven fabric using a conventional sewing machine rather than a serger. This peasant dress tutorial also includes easy tips on how to use a printed fabric so that the fabric des
Hi, almost no one has one of these at home. I sure do want one though. A commercially sewn knit item usually has a hem with a double row of stitching. A coverstitch machine hems these up quick and neat in one step. But no worries, you can simulate this look with a regular sewing...
Hi, almost no one has one of these at home. I sure do want one though. A commercially sewn knit item usually has a hem with a double row of stitching. A coverstitch machine hems these up quick and neat in one step. But no worries, you can simulate this look with a regular sewing...
How to sew a lettuce edge hem Some knit fabrics stretch just in one direction, others stretch in both directions. To sew the lettuce edge hem you'll need to sewwiththe stretch. This is because the fabric needs to stretch as you sew and then relax back again to create the wavy finish....
without having to fold a waistband hem. For how to make this waistband, see my ancientskorts tutorial. We also used a serger to finish the outer layer with a rolled hem. This means no folded hems and no basting. It took Emily about an hour to make. ...
If using elastic, sew the ends together to create a circle. Pin or clip the elastic to the waist of the skirt, evenly distributing the fabric. Sew the elastic to the skirt, stretching as you go to fit. Hemming (Optional) If you prefer a clean finish, hem the bottom edge of your ski...