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Pattern #8074 - misc. sewing tips

12/18/2015

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I confess that while I'm working on a project, my photo taking is a little random and sporadic. I'm always working towards a deadline and sometimes just don't want to stop to pick up my camera. 

Just saying this to explain why I only have these 2 sewing things to talk about, but I hope these are interesting and/or helpful.

First I want to show you how I got the very pointy points on the brown split skirt.
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The fabric I used was thick and loosely woven so I couldn't just fold it for hemming. I did't want to line the whole thing (too thick to wear with leggings as well), so I decided to use purchased wide single fold bias tape.
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One fold of the bias needs to be opened and the fold be lined up with the 5/8" seam allowance stitching line.
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At the point clip the bias binding from the cut edge to the fold which opens up the 1/4" seam allowance of the bias for a more accurate point.
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Stitch the bias tape down in the fold of the bias tape.
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Then press to the back along the stitching line.
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Because the point is more than 90% when it is folded to the back it will show from the front side like this.
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Simply fold back that bit that extends out and ...
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Slip stitch in place. This extra bias tape will make the point firmer.
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To give a good look like this!
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The other thing I took photos of was the arm wrap.

My original plan was to make something that LOOKED like a wrapped arm thing, but not really wrap. But, this was a stupid idea. Because a real arm wrap is WAY easier and looks correct.

This photo shows how I joined the lengths of bias cut fabric. All edges stay raw for this.
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I wanted this to be something that a person could dress themselves in without help. So, I made the starting point at the wrist be secured with Velcro.
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So to wear this, first secure around the wrist with the Velcro tabs. Note the color is different because this was my mock up version.
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Then wrap up the arm ...
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And tuck in at the top. A small safety pin can be used to make it more secure.

I hope everyone is making amazing costumes with this pattern.

I would love to see some. Send pics to scheweandrea@yahoo.com

thanks!

4 Comments
Jen in Oz
12/18/2015 04:19:48 pm

I look forward to getting and using this pattern (when I saw the new Star Wars I leaned over to my hubby and said, "I already know what pattern to use for this cosplay!") but sadly it isn't available yet. Even the new (screwed) Simplicity website doesn't have it up yet.

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Andrea Schewe
12/19/2015 12:47:41 pm

I knew they were working on a new website, but boy were they stupid to go live before it was ready. I'm told all the content will be back ... soon I hope. This pattern should be in stores now and I'm told Amazon was selling it, but ran out. Maybe they will get some soon. I think Patternreview.com also sells Simplicity patterns. Search around a bit. I bet you can find one. and thanks!

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David Coffin link
1/26/2016 08:21:07 pm

Hi Andrea, I just "discovered" you thanks to the wonderful video Threads posted of you solving the sleeve movement problem; great stuff, thanks! So, here I am first-time browsing your fascinating blog and find you've tackled yet anther issue I spend a lot of time fussing about with: Pointy points! Thanks again; your solution is exactly what I've been toying with, too:) I'm wondering how you trimmed the brown skirt fabric right at the point before turning the bias under?
I hope we get to meet someday; I'd LOVE to pick your brain at leisure:) Off to read your "life story" at Goose Mother… Thanks yet again!

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Sendy Ramirez
1/28/2016 10:14:58 am

Thank you! Thank you! I'm making this pattern (C) for my daughter. I'm so glad I found your blog!!! Beginner at sewing so any tid bit info helps. I can't wait to finish this and show it off :)

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