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Sunday, December 25, 2011
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Cutting a Basic Kameez - Part 1
This follows on from the previous video " Taking Measurements for a Basic Kameez" . It describes step by step, how to transfer your measurements onto fabric and make the big cut! Don't be afraid of the tailor's scissors :) Oh and its in four parts, so watch out for the other bits! Good luck, ask if you need help :o)
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Thursday, December 15, 2011
Cheap Aprons Made From Your Pair of Old Denim Jeans
What do you usually do with your old-fashioned or outgrown pair of denim jeans? Are you the type of person who immediately throws old clothing in the bin? If yes, then this article is meant for you as it provides you ways o how you can make them into aprons. If you know how to operate the sewing machine, you can always come up with cheap aprons or denim tools aprons that are guaranteed to withstand for prolong use.
Using your old denim pants in making cheap aprons is a good idea because the fabrics are twill weave. In a twill weave, the fabrics are constructed by interlacing wrap and filling yarns in progressive alternation, which then makes the materials strong and durable. Since aprons are highly exposed to damages, it is just right to use highly durable materials like denim fabrics for their construction. Through this, you can ensure that the said utilitarian outer garment is able to serve its purpose well.
To successfully make an apron out of your old pair of denim jeans, there are a number of essential things needed. Aside from your old pants, you will also use a yardstick for measuring purposes, pencil, scissors, dressmaker pins, dressmaker shears, fabric-marking pens, flat iron, thread, and of course a sewing machine.
You already completed the items needed in making denim tools aprons? Here's an easy to follow procedure on how to construct cheap aprons for your tools. First, cut the back side from of your outdated pair of denim pants. The pockets at the back of your pants will provide a storage space for the tools you need in your work. You can also widen the width of the apron by sewing another fabric on each side. From the remaining fabric of your old pants, make 2 drawstrings long-enough to tie around the wearer's waist. Sew the strings on each side of the aprons or thread the tie to the belt loops.
After forming your denim cheap aprons, show your creativity by designing the said functional outer clothing. You may incorporate the pockets with embroidered patches or other accessories so as to make the garment attractive and distinctive. And don't forget to iron your newly created denim aprons for a perfect finish.
Sunday, December 11, 2011
Sewing Supplies : Basic Sewing Supplies: Rotary Covers
Learn about rotary covers and what they're used for andmore in this free video series on sewing by an expert seamstress. Expert: Shawna Schaurs Bio: Shawna is a custom dress maker, who specializes in wedding dresses, heirloom, home decorating, alterations and what ever her clients are in need of. Filmmaker: Danno Nell
Saturday, December 3, 2011
Sewing Tips - Make A Cutting Mat That Doesn't Slip
When you are sewing, rotary cutting mats are great for cutting with a rotary cutter. However, when you are cutting slippery fabrics, it is difficult to keep the fabric where you want it.
Here is a sewing tip on how you can make your own non-slip cutting mat.
Create A Cork Top Table
Use cork sheeting as a non-slip cutting mat when you are sewing and cutting silky, slippery fabrics or anytime you are cutting with dressmaker shears. The fabric doesn't move around like it does on the rotary mat. Poke your pins right into the cork to hold your fashion fabric. This is great for tracing patterns, too. Stabbing the pins into the cork holds everything in place.
Find cork sheeting at your local hardware store like Home Depot or Lowes. Wider widths are available there. Craft stores usually carry only narrow widths. Have the hardware store cut the cork to the size of your cutting table.
Draw vertical, horizontal and bias lines on it with permanent marker if you like. Glue a tape measure along the ends for quick measuring.
Cork sheeting is flexible and lightweight. You can roll it up when not in use. Or, keep it on top of or under your rotary cutting mat so that it is handy when you need it. It will keep the rotary mat from slipping on the table if you keep the cork under the rotary mat when not in use.
Another idea is to use cork tiles to create a cork top table.
More Sewing Tips
Raise Your Table Legs
To help prevent back aches, raise your cutting table up higher by placing tall cans like juice cans under each leg. This helps tremendously.
If you want to permanently raise the legs of your table and the legs are tubular, you might try PVC pipe. Put caps on the ends of the pipe or use casters to keep the legs from marking the floor.
Steady Your Sewing and Overlock Machines
Use a square of cork sheeting under your overlock-serger or sewing machine to keep it from moving around when you sew. This is also good on the floor to keep your foot pedal from sliding around.
Make A Portable Cork Cutting Mat
Glue some cork sheeting to the backside of your small portable rotary cutting mat so you can take it with you when you go to your sewing classes or travel. Then, you will have both mats available when you need them.
Make A Cork Bulletin Board
Make a cork bulletin board to post your sewing notes, etc. Recycle an old picture frame. Glue cork to a piece of cardboard and frame it.
Or frame the cork with some trim from your stash or glue measure tapes around it or old spools of thread.
It just makes sense!
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