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Sewing Blog for All SewersLaura, Five Eighth Seamshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09385132810397957368noreply@blogger.comBlogger104125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449517540196537194.post-31874241991870980582016-02-12T16:54:00.000-05:002016-02-12T19:21:24.812-05:00Elastic Band Skirt<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">For some reason our post about elastic band skirts lost their pictures, and because it was 3 years old, I thought I would post a new elastic band skirt post. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Our new metallic elastic also has me wanting to make as many skirts as possible!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Wide elastic is amazing and there are so many options:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">First let me say that there are multiple ways to sew wide elastic onto a skirt. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">A. Zig Zag Stitch</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">B.</span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Two Step Zig Zag</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">D. Triple stitch zig zag. (really any type of zig zag)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">E. Elastic thread. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">All of these ways are just as good as the others. The idea is just to keep the stretch in the elastic so you can easily get it on and off. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">The reason I like the metallic so much is because it is hard to see your top stitch. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">All of these methods have a top stitch. The least noticeable is the elastic thread. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Measure the length you want on your actual model if possible, then add an 1" for the hem. If you are using tulle, for example, a fabric you do not need to hem do not add the extra inch.<br />I am using 9" for 3T and 11" for 4T. For myself I would use 18-20" depending on the look. If possible use a rotary cutter and ruler for a quick smooth cuts. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">For the width of the fabric it depends on how gathered of a look you want. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Measure around the waist or where you want the elastic to sit.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">A straight look just add a few inches, </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">A slightly gathered look add 1/2 of your measurement,</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">A very gathered look double your measurement (or just use the width of the fabric).</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Super gathered triple your measurement. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">For the tulle skirt I just used the width of the fabric twice, meaning I cut out 11" all the way across twice. I actually think I could have done this 3 or 4 times to get more of a tutu look. </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #767676; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; line-height: 22.4px;">1. </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; line-height: 22.4px;"> S</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; line-height: 22.4px;">ew short ends together to make one large loop with a .5" seam allowance.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: large; line-height: 22.4px;">4.Change your bobbin to a different color. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: large; line-height: 22.4px;">Baste the top edge all the way around (or use your favorite gathering method) go past our first first stitch by 1" for an even gather all the way around. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: large; line-height: 22.4px;">Using the longest stitch on your machine go around the top edge of the fabric using 1/4" seam allowance. Do this again at 5/8" seam allowance. If you are doing a small skirt you only need to go around once. The larger your skirt the more likely it is that you will break the thread while gathering. Two gathering lines will save you a headache so go ahead and do two. DO NOT BACKSTITCH! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: large; line-height: 22.4px;">Holding the bobbin string (remember your different color bobbin thread), gather the skirt. I like to over gather then slowly pull it out while I match the skirt to the elastic. When pinning to the elastic it is good to match up a skirt seam with the elastic seam. If you've got two or more seams just choose one of them. I like to pin the skirt about 2/3 of the way down from the top edge of the elastic, or you can line your 5/8" gathering line with the bottom of the elastic. You are pinning the right side of the skirt to the wrong side of the elastic.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">There are many different kinds out there, and they all have something different to offer you. However, on this post I want to talk about my Serger, the Viking S21 model :). I bought my Serger a few years ago, and I have to admit I was just like you!…Yes! YOU… I was very scared by my Serger. Just to look at her gave me the blues… four to five different threads, five different needle positions, “21” different stitches -> My thoughts …. I AM NEVER GOING TO USE “21” different stitches! Yeah right!</span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Today, I LOVE every single one of them!!!! Especially my “Cover Stitch” option on my serger (usually you need to purchased a separate machine that ONLY does cover stitch). </span></span><div style="font-family: helvetica; line-height: normal; min-height: 13px;">
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"> And my latest favorite is the “Cover Stitch Binding”. This presser foot is the latest creation from Husqvarna Viking specific to the Sergers. You can use this foot on your S21 and S25 models.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large; letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Now, let me tell you about this beauty. Like the name states, it is a “Cover Stitch Binding” foot, and Yes!!! you can now bind ANYTHING with a SERGER. You read that right! BINDING WITH A SERGER, and it does a beautiful job. You name it! placemats? napkins? baby blankies, perhaps a quilt? Why not? You can bind anything now using your Serger.</span><br />
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Ever wonder what skirt we make in kids camp?</div>
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This quick and easy skirt is a staple project in our kid classes at Five Eighth Seams. It is also a skirt my daughters love to wear.</div>
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The measurement for this skirt is simple.</div>
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<strong>Cut 1 piece for the skirt & 1 piece for the band at the bottom. </strong></h4>
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<strong>WIDTH- both pieces</strong></div>
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For the width of the pieces I usually just use the width of the fabric to make it easy. Plus, the smaller and younger you are, the more gathers you should have in your skirt, right? If you do not want to use the width of the fabric, use at least 1.5 x the waist measurement. For a 20" waist you would need at least 30" for the width. You only need more then the width of fabric if the waist is over 30" then cut 2 of each piece instead of 1. This is also true if you are making an adult version of this skirt.</div>
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<strong>BAND Height</strong></div>
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1. Decide how wide of a band you would like. ( I always use 4" for anyone 6 and over and 2-3" for any one younger, just to make it easy). ______________</div>
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2. Take the number, double it and add 1" ( 4=9, 3=7, 2=5) ________________ This will be the height of your band piece.</div>
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For 6 and over I always cut 9" just to make it a simple quarter yard of fabric. This will make a 4" band.</div>
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<strong>SKIRT Height</strong></div>
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1. Measure from the waist to where you would like the skirt to end. ___________</div>
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2. Subtract the first band dimension (-4 for example) ____________</div>
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3. add 1.5" for elastic and seam allowance. , 2.5" for adults _______________ This will be the height of your skirt piece.</div>
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For most 6-8 year olds I always cut 12" just to make it a simple 1/3 of a yard of fabric. For older kids I use 3/8 or 1/2 yard.</div>
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Now that you are cut out there are 2 ways to make a pillowcase skirt: hotdog method and a regular seam. This is a personal preference. I will be honest, usually I do the hotdog method when I am giving them as gifts as the seam is concealed, but for my girls or when I really am in a hurry I just do a basic seam.</div>
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1. Right Side up lay down your band fabric. If you are using directional fabric, lay it so that design is upside down, right side up.</div>
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2. Lay down your skirt fabric right side down, bottom raw edge matching the raw edge of your band. You will not be able to see your band any longer.<br />
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3. Starting at the top, roll the skirt fabric down until you can see half of your band fabric.</div>
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4. Fold the top of the band fabric down, matching the raw edges together. You will have 3 layers of fabric. Pin the three layers together, make sure you do not catch the rolled fabric (your hotdog).</div>
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5. Sew a 1/2" seam all the way down the raw edge. Make sure you do not catch the rolled hotdog.<br />
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6. If you would like to finish the edge you can however, it will be encased so you do not have to.</div>
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7. Pull the hotdog out of the bun (the skirt out of the band).<br />
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3. Sew a 1/2" seam and<b> finish the raw edge</b>. Press the band down. That's it.</div>
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1. Folding the skirt over, right sides together, match the side seam. I suggest making sure the bottom of the band lines up. I like to fold the bottom corner over. Sew inside the selvage - any seam allowance will do.<br />
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2. Finish the edge, making sure the bottom corner is folded. I like to use Fray Check on the bottom of my serge.</div>
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1. Fold over the top raw edge about 1/4". I just eyeball this, just trying to be consistent. Press.<br />
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2. Fold the edge over a second time about 1/2" or a little larger then your elastic. If I am making an adult skirt, I fold it over an inch. Use your elastic to measure this.</div>
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4. Cut your elastic. I cut 1" shorter then the waist measurement. (If a 20" waist, I cut 19")</div>
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4. Thread the elastic through using a safety pin. Sew the elastic together at the end. (I use a zig zag for this). Pulling the skirt flat, sew together your hole shut.</div>
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That's it! Your skirt is complete!</div>
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Three cute skirts made in 6-8 year old class by three even cuter girls.</div>
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Fabiana showing off the skirt she made in her first real sewing class</div>
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The final 2 skirts<br />
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I have made so many birthday dresses, more then I can count. My girls love wearing the dresses so to make more I have been changing them just a little bit just to mix it up.</h3>
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This summer I made two dresses with more variations.</h3>
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For Mackenzie's Dress I omitted the sleeves, added a gathered ruffle around the pleat, only used one piece for the skirt instead of two and shortened it by 3 inches.</h3>
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For Braelyn's Dress I removed the pleat completely by making the front piece like the lining. I also added piping aroung the neck, arms and back line, I omitted the sleeves and only used one piece for the skirt. I also shortened it by 3 inches. For the bow I cut one long piece on the fold to the selvage. I used 55" seersucker so it was very long. I placed it on the bodice with the seam of the skirt about half way up. I then sewing down the side seams to tack it down.</h3>
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This is Elise she made this dress in Kids Camp, I've always thought that for the older girls the dress looks best without the angel sleeves. She also only used one piece for the skirt instead of two for a less gathered look. She also added an invisible zipper. To add an invisible zipper just cut 1" off both back pieces and the lining then add the zipper!</h3>
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The Best Friends Pillowcase Dress/Top is finally available for purchase! This is a pattern I made a very long time ago to use for myself and for my students. I never intended to sell the pattern but so many people have asked me for a copy I thought I would make it official.The pattern is only $9 and has a lot of pictures and illustrations. <a href="http://www.fiveeighthseams.com/Debbie-Brooke-Patterns-s/1970.htm" target="_blank"> The pattern is available as a pdf download or print</a>. The pdf is very easy because this is a starter pattern piece so you only print one piece. The print version is nice because you can easily copy the pattern piece and you don't have to waste ink on the instructions.<br>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Yes!! It’s me :) I know I know…. I have been away from my blog for so long :/ But… I have a good reason. Do you wanna know?? OK… After 5 awesome years enjoying every minute with my daughter Fabiana, my husband and I decided to give her a sibling.</span><br>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;">Yesterday, one of our long time customers, Ruth, came in with the book <i>Sew Modern Baby</i>. We carry the book, but I have never really looked at it. She told me she was making the play mat. My exact response was, "I would love to make that, but it looks like a lot. Tell me how it goes; if it's hard, I don’t want to hear about it." As we shopped for fabrics and she told me more about the project, I realized it really wasn’t that hard. As I cut her fabric, I cut fabric for me, too! Of course, I want to get it done in time for Stacy's baby, Rylan. And, the timing is perfect because when Rylan grows out of it, Floyd baby #3 will be ready to use it. </span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">I am so excited to finally introduce my third pattern the<a href="http://www.fiveeighthseams.com/Debbie-Brooke-Patterns-s/1970.htm" target="_blank"> Fabiana Peplum</a> to the world. Although this pattern was completed a while ago, I have been trying to perfect it one eighth of an inch at a time. Because the nesting of this pattern was so complicated it I wanted to find a way to get it to you precut. This took a lot of research, phone calls and meetings. Lucky me, lucky you, I found a way to do it. I think you will find having a precut pattern saves so much time and energy. The top and dress version is a fast sew, making this a one day project!!!</span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">The My Dress pattern started with an idea to make a simple pattern for beginners. I wanted to make something that would be easy for beginners yet still allow them to learn new techniques, and I also wanted something that could be worn anywhere and be sewn out of anything. The MyDress does just that. It’s a very simple silhouette that is flattering on almost all body types. Make the MyDress out of a knit or a woven fabric. Put a print on top, on bottom, or both. Pregnant? There is a maternity option as well! A simple invisible zipper on the side makes it easy to get on and off. With quick and easy construction, this one is the perfect Sewing 101 dress. </span><br>
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I'm very excited to announce that the Birthday Dress is officially on sale! This fully lined dress is made to twirl and everyone who tested it agreed. The high neckline, gathered sleeve, high waistline, and decorative pleat make this dress vintage and modern. The dress is designed to be tea length but the smaller the size the higher the hem. The sizes should be true to what you would buy at the store. I used Janie and Jack and Carter to get the size chart and based the dress off of those sizes. </div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;">We went to Disney on Ice last week, and the girls had more fun than I expected! Braelyn, although being almost 2, absolutely loved it, and Fabiana loved, in her words, "all of them". When Daniela and I bought tickets a few weeks ago, we knew we wanted to make the girls special princess dresses to wear. </span><br>
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My first Victory pattern is complete, and I love the result.<a href="http://www.victorypatterns.com/" target="_blank"> Victory</a> is a company from Canada that makes women's patterns. I chose this pattern because it was labeled intermediate, and I wanted to be able to tell customers and students what "intermediate" means to Victory. I would say this pattern is more advanced not because of the fit or the technique but because of all of the stitching in the ditch that must be done. I barely had to serge because there were so many seams covered by a lining. If I was not good at stitching in the ditch before, I am now! <br>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;">These patterns had just arrived at the store, but I was far away in South America. I really wanted to get my hands on them and start making some nice new outfits. So, the best I could do was brainstorm some color and pattern combinations in anticipation of returning home.</span><br>
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