Pin tearaway to dress hem, placing it to the wrong side of the fabric (figure B). Single-needle stitch the fabric to the tearaway (figure C), keeping as close as possible to the edge (this has to be covered by merrow stitching later). Run a test piece of fabric though serger and make sure tension is set correctly for the thread being used. The width of the merrow should be adjusted for desired appearance and ease of the type of fabric being used. Merrow the hem using the sew line as visual guide (figure D). Place tearaway on sensitive to sew areas such as armholes and necklines. This will prevent them from 'stretching out' from sewing on delicate fabric. Use steps 1 through 4 and sew seam allowance as pattern indicates. Guest:
Alicia Wieting
Lecturer / pattern teacher at Sewing Arts Center, Santa Monica, CA
E-mail: apwieting@yahoo.com
RESOURCES :
Fabric Savvy: The Essential Guide for Every Sewer
Model: 1561582670
Author: Sandra Betzina
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Couture Sewing Techniques
Model: 1561584975
Author: Claire B. Shaeffer
(January, 2001)
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The Taunton Press Inc.
Website: www.taunton.com
Easy Guide to Serging Fine Fabrics (Sewing Companion Library)
Model: 1561580902
Author: Kitty Benton
(April, 1997)
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The Taunton Press Inc.
Website: www.taunton.com
Easy Guide to Sewing Linings (Sewing Companion Library)
Model: 1561582255
Author: Connie Long
(June, 1998)
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The Taunton Press Inc.
Website: www.taunton.com
High Fashion Sewing Secrets: A Step-By-Step Guide to Sewing Stylish Seams, Buttonholes, Pockets ...
Model: 1579544150
Author: Claire B. Shaeffer
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Rodale Press
Red Oak, IA 51591
Phone: 515-242-0282
Linen and Cotton: Classic Sewing Techniques for Great Results (Focus on Fabric)
Model: 1561582506
Author: Susan Khalje
(May, 1999)
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The Taunton Press Inc.
Website: www.taunton.com
Sewing Secrets from the Fashion Industry: Proven Methods to Help you Sew Like the Pros
Model: 0857969801
Author: Susan Huxley, Editor
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Rodale Press
Red Oak, IA 51591
Phone: 515-242-0282
Shirtmaking: Developing Skills for Fine Sewing
Model: 1561582646
Author: David Page Coffin
(September, 1998)
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The Taunton Press Inc.
Website: www.taunton.com
Customize Your Sewing Patterns for a Perfect Fit
Model: 157990324X
Author: Sally McCann
(May, 2002)
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Lark Books / Altamont Press
Website: www.larkbooks.com
Every Sewer's Guide to the Perfect Fit: Customizing Your Patterns for a Sensational Look
Model: 1887374434
Author: Mary Morris and Sally McCann
(September, 1997)
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Lark Books / Altamont Press
Website: www.larkbooks.com
Fit for Real People: Sew Great Clothes Using Any Pattern
Model: 0935278435
Author: Pati Palmer and Marta Alto
(February, 1998)
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Palmer/Pletsch Publishing
Portland, OR 97212
Phone: 503-274-0687
Fax: 503-274-1377
Sewing Basics: Creating a Stylish Wardrobe with Step-By-Step Techniques
Model: 1561582662
Author: Patricia Moyes
(May, 1999)
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The Taunton Press Inc.
Website: www.taunton.com
Sewing Arts Center
Sewing Arts Center
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Phone: 310-450-4300
Website: www.sewingartscenter.com
GUESTS :
Alicia Wieting
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