Hello Everyone! Today I am sharing a tutorial for a sports bra, but the same pattern can be used for a lace or cotton Lycra crop top. The elastic casing can also be omitted and elastic can be sewn directly to the under-bust seam allowance. It might also be a good idea to read my …
Hello Everyone! Shirring with elastic thread is when the elastic thread is on the machine’s bobbin, instead of sewing thread. As mentioned in my post, Shirring Fabric With Sewing Thread, it does resemble smocking in a way and the elastic thread certainly creates beautiful soft gathers that are figure-hugging, flexible, and great to use in …
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Hello Everyone! Today I am sharing this shift dress with a scalloped neckline and flounce. I used a Crêpe fabric that has been in my stash for quite a long time. I decided on this style for the Crêpe fabric, since it drapes so well and is perfect for a flounce. The flounce I drafted …
Shirring is formed when several rows of stitching are gathered. It is highly decorative and resembles smocking in a way. Lightweight fabrics are the most appropriate for shirring. It is best to press the fabric before shirring because it is difficult to press shirring without flattening it. The rows of shirring can be between 1 …