Sandstone dress construction..
I’m having some questions about the mirrored facings.. the instructions arent great about explaining this.. and the burrito method is giving me pause.. wondering if Lindsay could do a brief tutorial on the facings…or if anyone has suggestions As to how the dress is going for them..
thanks everyone
Here's my finished top. This is the first time I have worked with double gauze. I found that I needed to wash it after pressing and hemming to get the texture back. I also lined the yoke with a cotton lawn and used the burrito method to enclose the gathered seam of the lower top. And because I didn't bother changing my overlocker thread, it doesn't match!
Looks lovely. If someone can tell the thread is different, they are more than too close!
When I did the pocket, I realized fabric choice makes a huge impact on the ruffles. They are double thickness, not cut on the bias, and then gathered to half their length. The pattern calls for linen, probably 3-5oz range. I used muslin, and gathering it to double (half the original length) makes it VERY thick, and even stiff. Rayon challis probably isn't as much of a problem. I cut back on the length for the pocket, and it is STILL pretty stiff. I'm going to try various things on the hem ruffle, but a more standard amount of gather is 1.5 rather than 2, so I will be using that as a starting point. I don't mind this being a little quirky, but I do want to like it when it's done, and I don't think the original design intent was for the ruffle to be stiff. Hope thi…
Thank for the tip on fabric use. I was toggling between fabric types, you just helped a lot.
I'm hoping that maybe Lindsey will see this, or anyone else who has already done this step. The instructions say that all seam allowances are 5/8 inch unless otherwise noted. I'm wondering if the neck casing is different because the one photo I found (on the tina givens site) looks like they used 1/4 or maybe 3/8 on this seam. Thanks to all!
I ended up doing a 3/8” seam allowance on the casing which resulted in a less tall casing. Which I don’t mind.
One thing I did thay I think made a huge difference is to topstitch close to the cording to create more a channel than a casing. It also results in a prettier “ruffle” finish for the top part of the casing.
This will be more clear when y’all watch my Sew Along. Coming soon! Don’t give up yet!! ;)
I'm on the pocket insertion step, and I have some concerns about the pocket behaving itself inside the tunic. I don't like the idea of interfacing it and there's not much to hang it from, but I'm thinking of tacking it to the side seam and the top of the pocket opening. If anyone has any thoughts on this I would appreciate it!
I used a 1/2" strip on Wonder Under to tack the top of the pocket to the inside of the dress. It worked great.
I better get in-VEST-ing in this months sewing challenge. 😅
Good morning.:) For the past two days I have been trying to sew this shirt. But the fabric keeps getting stuck into the dog feeds. Its doing it in both of my sewing machines. I think as a beginner with knits I got the wrong kind of fabric. What kind of fabric should I use as a beginner with knits? Its really been frustrating. Thanks for any suggestions.:)
I use the tissue paper that patterns are printed on to put under fabric that get stuck in feed dogs. (The scraps around the pattern pieces, not the pattern itself) I also use a walking foot.
Good afternoon.:) I am late to the game with the shirt. Question,
How can you tell with a knit fabric what the wrong side is? I have a hard time telling. This is my second time working with knits. Thanks for any ideas.:)
The wrong side will curl up to the right side. Is one way If you can’t tell it doesn’t matter
I need some help here ladies. I am stuck on the pants. I switched both my machines needles to ballpoint and followed manufacturers instructions on threading and setting up for knits… but the thread keeps breaking on both my sewing machine and my serger. Also neither will do the zig zag or the looping. Any suggestions will help.
Hello, it might be the thread itself. Thread does have a shelf life, so how old is the thread? Older thread breaks easier than newer thread. You might need to change the thread and all the other wonderful suggestions.
Is anyone adding the darts to their Core T shirt? I’m using a very stretchy cotton knit so I don’t think I will add them on this make.
However; I will try the pocket and see if it doesn’t sag.
I think the dart is if you need a FBA? I am not 100% sure. If you can, I would make a muslin and see if you need it. I didn’t add the darts and mine fit great.
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Interesting article. I’m assuming it reiterates why we, as sewists reach into our own stash occasionally for our sewing projects. Sustainability instead of adding to waste.
Thanks to to member who shared the how to quick video. I found a great tutorial in my library. Pants for Real People by Palmer and Ple
tsch . Page 136 . I hope this helps.
Good luck, everyone, with your Closet Core Tee. This will be my first Closet Core pattern. I’m pretty excited! Can’t wait to see your finished T-shirts!!
Are we all ready for round 2? The Core T-shirt.
I’m just waiting for delivery of printer ink on Monday, (if the weather is good for the delivery guy), so I can print the pattern. Looking forward to this one 😁. Have fun everyone, Groundhog Day tomorrow, so hope for an early Spring so we can all wear our newly made T’s. 😎
Check your local library for AO printing. Some do it for extemely cheap that way you don't have to cut and tape.
I'm working on attaching my waistband to my pants. I found that I had a hard time getting my elastic tucked into the band. Since I'm sewing with a pretty thick fleece, I'm having a hard time wrestling the band to attach it to my pants. Did anyone else have difficulty attaching the waistband? Any tips for how to attach it?
As others said, attach the band first, then insert the elastic. You can watch my Sew With Me video to see how I did mine!
This was so helpful when I finally started on my pants! Thank you so much for posting this.
The slash pockets were a bit of a challenge but now I know how to do them. Next time should be easier. I can't stop wearing these pants!!
I'm nearly done with my pants. I've really been taking my time and enjoying the process. As I was pulling my elastic into the waistband, I pulled off one of my grommets. Apparently, I hadn't squeezed it tight enough when I installed it. That resulted in some rework to put it back on. We live and learn, right?
I always think that a small pattern companies should put their best pattern out for free to encourage purchasing other patterns. Unfortunately, I have seen many on here comment on the pockets not laying flat. I noticed that the pattern had no notches to match anything, not a big deal for long straight seams but a notch to indicate where the pocket opening lines up with the lining to ensure a flat front. Lazy pattern drafting in my opinion
Thank you for the heads up. I never did slash pocket before and I 'm was trying to line up the front pant pattern piece and the pocket piece and the picket is not pocketing....LOL
Hej guys,
I am trying to use stuff that I already have in my stash. Fabric: ist supposed to be jersey but looks more like a double knit (its quite tough, not so strechy). I'll try that one. The elastic bands I have are in comparison quite loose. What do you think do I have to go to the store to get sth with more strength?
Hello. Have you tried comparing the strength and stretchiness of the elastic with waistbands in clothes you already have to see if it might produce a similar fit?
I finished my Dash pants tonight and I really like them, I used a lightweight waffle knit I found at Hobby Lobby. I chose the high waisted 1.5 “ elastic band. Very comfortable.. I would like to make another pair soon.
The Dash Sweatpants Sew With Me is now available, with a big focus on sewing an elevated, expensive-looking waistband.
This isn’t a step-by-step sew-along — it’s a look at the construction choices and details I use when I want a basic garment to feel polished and intentional.
You can watch it on YouTube https://youtu.be/1e95xDI1ZcA or directly in the January section of Sew Together. If you try any of these waistband techniques, I’d love to hear how they work for you!
I started sewing but got stumped on the 3 step where you sew the outside leg back to front. What do you do with the pockets?
I did wind up figuring out the burrito method after an hour or so. But I was thorough confused. I eventually realized the facing had to join the facing and the neck had to match the neck but I can’t even explain it. I kept watching burrito method videos on YouTube until I got it.
I also had to tack down the facing in several places around the arm as it kept coming out when I put it on