Learn to Sew: Right from the Start! with Connie CrawfordIn Learn to Sew: Right from the Start, Connie Crawford will show you sewing techniques that are designed to build knowledge progressively and to complete projects in a logical and time efficient sequence. |
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- We start with the basics of prepping your sewing machine, simple stitching, and pattern layout.
- You’ll learn to sew darts easily.
- Insert perfectly prepared collars.
- Master efficient cutting, block-fusing, and notching techniques; along with fail-proof methods for working with slippery fabrics, knits, and other fabrics with pile.
- Apply bias binding with confidence.
- Learn how to crimp and gather fabric while creating smooth sleeve caps, princess fullness, and gathered pieces such as skirts and sleeves.
- Find the best feet for sewing zippers, and at the same time, learn how to sew lap and mock-fly zippers easily, professionally and accurately.
- After learning the basics, students will complete a project that encourages you to take on more challenging designs with my industry guide to sewing order.
- With further practice, you’ll refine the skills presented throughout the course and obtain a greater understanding of how to construct any garment.
Come on in and discover the delight and gratification of sewing your own clothes.
Full Contents:
- Introduction
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Prep Your Machine & Paper Guides
- Wind Bobbin
- Thread Machine
- Bring up Bobbin Thread
- Change Needle
- Test Sew
- Foot Control
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Seams
- Plain Seam
- Ripping a Seam
- Basting Stitch Seam
- Welt and Open Welt Seam
- French Seam
- Crimped Seam
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Darts
- Straight Tapered Darts
- Fish-Eye Darts
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Facings
- Fusing the Interfacing
- Attaching the Facings
- Understitching
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Bias Bindings
- Cutting Bias Strips
- Single Bias Binding
- French Bias Binding
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Zippers
- Zipper Feet
- Lap Zipper
- Mock Fly Zipper
Garment Construction Procedures
- Selecting a Pattern
- Selecting Fabric
- Pattern Layout
- Cutting Methods
- Garment Sewing Process
- Steps 1&2 - Interfacing / Darts
- Step 3 - Shoulder Seams / Sides
- Step 4 - Collar
- Step 5 - Facing
- Step 6 - Sleeves
- Step 7 - Serge / Hem
- Step 8 - Buttons / End