August 15, 2019

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How to Print and Assemble PDF Sewing Patterns

August 15, 2019

Beth – Sew DIY

Ali Sweatshirt Sewalong, How to Sew, Lela Skirt Sewalong, Lou Box Dress Sewalong, Lou Box Top Sewalong, Nita Wrap Skirt Sewalong, sewing, Sewing Tips, Video, tutorial, Dana Jumpsuit resources, Summer Sewalong, Quilted Slippers Sewalong, Miri Sewalong, Stocking Sewalong, Jodi Sewalong

How to Print and Assemble PDF Sewing Patterns

Today’s video is a big one! I share my top reasons why pdf patterns are awesome (just in case you’re not already convinced). Then I share my top tips for how to successfully print pdf patterns (including the printer settings you need to make sure the entire pattern prints on the page). And finally I show how to efficiently assemble and cut the pattern. I even show you the techniques I learned in design school for safely using an exacto knife or blade. I’ve never cut off a finger using these techniques so hopefully it will help you and keep your fingers safe too!

May 16, 2019

Beth – Sew DIY

Lou Box Top Sewalong, Lou Box Top, Pattern Fitting, Lou Box Dress Sewalong, Miri Sewalong, Summer Sewalong

Two Ways to Make a Full Bust Adjustment - Lou Box Top SEWALONG

May 16, 2019

Beth – Sew DIY

Lou Box Top Sewalong, Lou Box Top, Pattern Fitting, Lou Box Dress Sewalong, Miri Sewalong, Summer Sewalong

Two Ways to Make a Full Bust Adjustment - Lou Box Top SEWALONG

In today’s blog post and video, we will be showing you how to make a full bust adjustment to the Lou Box Top pattern. If you haven’t already read it, we recommend reading our post and watching the video about selecting your size and measuring yourself. To recap that post, we recommend making a full bust adjustment to this pattern if your bust/full bust is 4 or more inches larger than your upper bust. This pattern has plenty of ease but during the testing phase, we discovered that if you have a full bust, the hem of the top may lift up and look uneven. A full bust adjustment will help solve that issue.

Because the Lou Box Top is designed for both woven and knit fabrics, we have two methods for how to do the full bust adjustment (FBA for short). The first method will create a dart at the side seam. The second will have no dart. If you are using woven fabric you can use either method. If you are using knit fabric, we recommend the method without a dart.

August 8, 2017

Beth – Sew DIY

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Sewing Tips for Fusing Iron-On Interfacing

August 8, 2017

Beth – Sew DIY

Sewing Tips, sewing, Dana Jumpsuit resources, Nita Wrap Skirt Sewalong, Miri Sewalong

Sewing Tips for Fusing Iron-On Interfacing

If you are brand new to sewing, interfacing might seem a little mysterious. You might even be wondering if you really need it to use it. For a lot of garments you don’t need it but for many it is essential for adding structure to the garment. It is often used on facings, collars, cuffs and button bands to stiffen and reinforce the fabric. Think about ready-to-wear clothing and the areas of the garment that are stiffer than others. These are parts that need to stand up (like a collar), be tough enough to take a buttonhole or simply lie flat along the neckline. Today I’m going to share some basic tips for adhering the interfacing to your fabric. It’s not a hard process but can be a little scary when you first start out.