How to Sew a Neckline: Topstitching the Neck Band Lastly, topstitching is optional, and a stretch stitch is definitely recommended if you do topstitch. Neckband Troubleshooting Troubleshooting: If the neckline is puckering or looks gathered, your neckband is likely too short. Always make sure you...
In this episode, Sarai and Haley talk about how to sew a wardrobe you'll still love in ten years. They cover what makes a garment long lasting—both stylewise and physically—how to choose styles that you'll love to wear for years, and practical tips for making garments that stand the ...
1. Sew your dress bodice or shirt together as the pattern instructs. The neckline of your dress or shirt should be fully sewn into a circle for this tutorial. 2. Cut out the neckband piece that is included with your pattern. Pay close attention to the direction of maximum stretch for yo...
Now, zig-zag stitch along the neckline to enclose the raw edges. Make sure you tuck the edges of the bias tape that you sewed on the outside of the bib into the neckline bias tape. I stitched along the entire length of the neck to the ends of each strap I liked the look of the...
Step 3 – NECKLINE and SLEEVE CASING Fold the neck edge to the inside 3/4” in from the raw edge; PIN. SEW this casing down close to the raw edge with a zigzag stitch, leaving 1 1/2” free at the back of the neck for inserting elastic. FOLD the sleeve edge in and pin as abov...
Then, at the top of the neckline, add the shorter strap the same way you added the back ties in step 6. Snip any stray string to clean everything up and you’re ready to craft (or cook). DIY Apron in 10 Minutes Brittni Make a DIY apron in ten minutes or less with scrap fabric...
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How to Sew Spandex: In this instructable, I'm going to show you how to construct a one-piece spandex superhero costume using a home sewing machine. Contrary to popular belief, sewing spandex on a home machine is actually quite easy and effective with the
In today’s blog post I’m going to show you how to sew a flounce (with a center point) to a skirt. And just in case you didn’t know,this is Part 5 of the sewing a skirt with a flounce series. If you haven’t seen Parts 1-4, you can find them below: ...
Don’t sew the “neckline” edge of the hood and lining together. Leave that edge open so you can turn the pieces right side out, and then baste along the neckline before sewing the hood to your shirt.Your two pieces here are 1. the hood and 2. the nearly finished top. mark the ...