As a novice sewist, I find that I keep coming across words I just don't understand. To me, bias is not liking someone because they're a Vikings fan, and the
Israeli designer Rachel Boxnboim has cast a ceramic tea service inside fabric moulds. Called Alice, the pieces retain the texture and seams of the fabric from which they were formed. Boxnboim pours the liquid clay into stitched moulds and gradually syringes it out again, leaving a thick layer clinging to the inside of the fabric.
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If you are a crafty person you must be interested in knitting. Knitting is the most relaxing craft work. You can relax and in the same time make something
The tank was forced gently placed on Maia and it fits super well. And the back's not too shabby either. Because Millie asked so nicely about the way I did the binding, here's my compendium of different methods of knit binding. And why I don't like them. Except my own way, which I love. Method One: Single fold binding Binding is folded in half: On fold, sewn to the right side of the garment: End result flipped up: NB: You can topstitch seam allowance back down to the main fabric for a nicer finish, I didn't because I'm in a ridiculous hurry. Why I don't like it: If you're binding a neckline or something super curvy you have to cut the binding much shorter and make it stretch evenly to fit. Too. Many. Pins.Method Two: Double fold binding Binding folded in half and then into quarters: Folded to hide raw edges and the bottom fold extend a little bit further down from the top fold: Binding encloses raw edge like a sandwich: Stitched close to the bottom edge (thereby catching the hidden folded edge on the inside that extends slightly further) The right side: The wrong side: Why I don't like it: You have too be oh-so-slow and careful to make sure you are catching the hidden bottom edge in a non-ugly fashionMethod Three: Enclose and trim (the Ottobre method) Binding folded up about a third of the way to give stitch guide: Placed to the right side of garment and stitched along press line: Binding pulled up and over the raw edges into the inside of the garment and pressed down: Stitched on the right side of the garment just below the bottom edge of the binding: Turned to the wrong side: The excess binding trimmed up to the stitch line: The end result: Why I don't like it: It's honestly not that bad, but I don't love the trimmed raw edge. That's the kind of thing that shops cover up with a coverstitch.Method Four: Fold and Flip (the Kitschy Coo method) As per Method One, fold binding in half but put it to the wrong side of the garment: Once stitched, flip the binding to the right side: Fold it over so that it encloses the seam allowance. Roll it a tiny bit so the edge of the binding is still visible from the wrong side (otherwise known as Don't Drag the Wrong Side of the Garment Up and Over So Everyone Can See It). You should be able to feel the seam allowance hiding inside. Stitch the binding down close to the edge from the right side: Pardon the skipped stitches, my machine was being an a**hole. The wrong side looks nice too (and see what I mean about a tiny bit of the binding still visible from the inside): A better picture of both sides when machines are being cooperative: Why this method is awesome: Good looking from both sides, and you don't need to cut the binding smaller than the neckline and stretch it to fit. Hope this helps those of you getting your summer knits out! Pin It Tweet
image source weekend wishes is a short one today folks. our weekend wish is to have our mackenize get well soon. i've been busy taking care of my little girl - she's come down with a nasty case of the croup. we'll be resting up, crossing our fingers for lots of sleep, good health and snuggle
Any history on Aprons that I read, always begins with linen. It seems that linen was the first fabric used and I find it curious that somehow in todays culture it is largely ignored. No one I know has a linen Apron, this exclusion makes me curious as to how it got left behind. Unable...
Our Tate Stool offers a streamlined silhouette in a compact design. Its clean lines and bespoke upholstery will fold seamlessly into your decor, bringing a luxe touch to a small space. Partner two stools together for a dynamic and balanced element.
In this tutorial, we show you how to add ric rac to your favorite fabrics to create beautiful reversible cloth napkins perfect for any table.
Originaire d'Hollande, Annemieke arriva en Australie à l'age de 7 ans. Issue d'une famille de créatifs, elle a toujours été fascinée par la nature. Elle retranscrit cet amour grâce à de nombreuses techniques : broderie machine et broderie main, peinture...
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This is the smallest butterfly I've made so far and it measures about 2.5" at the widest point x 1.5" high (6cm x 4cm). The fabrics are a chambray shirting fabric and a cotton print from Amy Butler. It is...
Kombucha Fabric: I came across the idea to grow my own fabric after looking through a design book inspired by the confluence of living materials, art and technology. With just black tea, sugar and microbes, I began my own experiments in growing this living, biologi…
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It's no secret how contrary we are in The Kingdom. So on the hottest day of the year, I'm going to show you some parkas. Not just any old parkas. Parkas to make your heart beat faster. Parkas that will break your heart because you will never own one of these haute couture creations Damm y
Below is a tutorial on how to shirr with elastic thread. Before we begin, I must mention that this is a compilation of shirring techniques which I have learned from 3 specific resources: Portabellopixie, Craftstylish, and Heather Ross's book Weekend Sewing. And away we go....... Supplies ~ 1 spool of elastic thread ~ matching thread (must match your fabric) ~ fabric (i used Robert Kaufman's Kona Cotton Celery) ~ 1/4" elastic (optional) Instructions 1. Finish the upper raw edge of the bodice. I like to finish it by making a casing for a 1/4" elastic band. If you have 2 separate pieces (bodice and skirt) sewn together, you can turn the seam allowance into a casing for an additional band of elastic at the waist line. Simply finish the raw edge of the seam allowance and sew the edge of the SA to the bodice. After I have shirred the fabric, I then thread the elastic through the casing. This helps maintain and reinforce the shape of the garment. For now, just make the casing or finish the raw edges. You may want to mark your shirring lines on the fabric before you begin. Its recommended to mark every 1/4" to 1/2". I use my sewing foot to mark it (eyeball it), which works just fine for me and eliminates a step. If you are going to mark your fabric, mark the right side of the garment (visible side of the garment). Also, use tailors chalk, disappearing fabric ink, or some sort of erasable mark. 2. Wind the bobbin by hand with the elastic thread. It is very important not to stretch the elastic thread as you wind it. This is why you must do it by hand. There can not be any tension in the elastic thread. 3. Insert your bobbin into your sewing machine as you normally would. 4. Pull up the elastic thread as you normally would for regular bobbin thread. 5. I like to shirr with my walking foot. If you do not have a walking foot, then a regular foot will be just fine. With the right side of your garment facing up (elastic thread should be on the side that will not be visible on the completed garment), begin to take a few stitches, then back stitch to secure your thread. Stitch from one end to the other. 7. When you get to the end of your first row of stitches, back stitch and clip the threads. Turn the garment and begin sewing your next row the same way you did the first row. Another option (which is quicker) is when you get to the end of your first row of stitches, lift the presser foot, move the fabric over so that the needle is positioned over the next row. Lower the presser foot and needle. Pivot the fabric. Begin sewing the next row of stitches. Always back stitch when you come to the end of the elastic thread and make sure you have enough thread to complete a row. You may notice your first couple of rows don't gather as much as you'd like. Don't worry. As you continue to stitch more rows, your garment will gather more. 8. When you have completed shirring/smocking your garment, spray it with water. You will see your garment gather up nice and tight. Press your garment gently. Do not smooth the iron over the garment. Lightly press the gathers. 9. Thread your elastic through the casing/casings. 10. Stitch the elastic band ends to the garment. That's it! You're a shirr genius! Happy Creating =) Jamie Update: The Honey Girl Dress/Top sewing pattern (shown above) is available at Phat Fabric. Here's the link.
I have an easy way to Gather Fabric that will give you even gathers. Even better, you will not have any broken stitches or tangled threads.
I've been admiring kimono cardigans online for weeks now, and wanting to add at least one to my wardrobe. (I'm using the term "...
I found a vintage jacket at the thrift shop recently with this great trim, and decided that I wanted to figure out how to do it.
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A post-modern inspiration for this glamour and retro pendant. A nod to the past and the present, Wink symbolizes an inverted eye. Decorated with colorful fabric fringes, this sophisticated and bohemian pendant revisits the boudoir theme and 30s style with a great deal of modernity.Such a precious jewel, the fringes elegantly adorn the golden metal geometric structure. The rigidity of the rainbow serves as a contradiction to the fragility and delicateness of the fringes. This silky and light curtain gently twirls under the effect of the air currents... Wink draws both the eye and the hand: you want to caress and run your hands through it, slipping them inside this waterfall of wools that are warm to the touch. The bulb is housed in a delicate white glass globe.If you have any questions about our products, please contact us and we will get back to you within 24 hours.Product SizeSize: Dia 38cm x H 34cm / ∅ 15″ x H 13.4″Size: Dia 60cm x H 48cm / ∅ 23.6″ x H 18.9″DetailsMaterial: Metal, Tassel, Blown glassLight source: LED bulb or Edison bulbLight source base type: E27 or G9(as shown below) Power: Max 40WVoltage: AC 110-240VMounting: CeilingEnvironment: IndoorWeight: 3kg / 6.6lbsBattery: NoDriver Required: NoFinishes: Copper platingGlass Options: WhiteTassel color: Maroon, Yellow, Green, Pink, Orange, Grey, Black.Process: Plating, Polishing, Blown glassControl method: push button switch (not dimmable)Q: Does it support dimming?A: Whether it supports dimming depends on what type of bulb you buy. If you buy a dimming bulb, this lamp will achieve a dimming function.The bulb provided by default does not support dimming.We provide 150cm / 59″ wires. Can be extended upon request.
Garments from “Void” by Charlotte Ham’s label I C E. There are times when traditional clothing materials simply will not support your design in the way that you would like. No matter what fabric, interfacing
A new fashion photography exhibit looks back at the past decade in the stylish pages of Harper’s Bazaar.
Well, after y’all loved the Coach’s last post, I talked him into doing another one. Enjoy! I tried to explain that this was a one time deal the first time I agreed to post on the blog. It didn’t help when you readers started leaving comments about how funny my post was and now here...Read More
I have been wanting to make something with tassels and when I saw this blanket at IKEA it all just clicked! I found some neon pink yarn and I knew they would be a match made in heaven. This blanket cost me $11, it’s a perfect size, soft, and oh so adorable! I might use
Uitgesneden hars voor een authentieke, moderne textuur. Kies het formaat en de kleur die bij jouw ruimte passen. Of het nu gaat om het verlichten van een knus leeshoekje in uw huis, het ziet er verfijnder uit
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During this frantic time of my preparation for my keynote address and retrospective gallery show, I got a wonderful surprise when I first turned on the LEDs for my fiber optics weavings. I just got…
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Okay everyone! This long time anticipated crochet quilt tutorial is finally available! (happy jig!) My friend Tiffany of Fanny Lu Designs took the time to put together the most thorough and detailed t
