CUTTER'S MUST
- From velvet:
- BACK PANEL – 1 QTY on fold
- FRONT PANEL – 1 QTY
- From chiffon:
- TRIM STRIP – 1 QTY
When cutting, pay attention to the nap direction. It should be directed upwards, strictly on all pieces. To avoid crushing the nap, SEAM ALLOWANCES should be pressed either on a piece of the same velvet or on a thick terry towel from the wrong side. Tip: Pattern pieces made of elastic fabrics are sewn with a special elastic or narrow zigzag stitch. When serging, trim SEAM ALLOWANCES to 0.8 cm. The hem allowance is topstitched with a twin needle to maintain elasticity. You can also sew pieces directly on a 3- or 4-thread overlock.
Sewing Instructions
- Stitch shoulder seams and side seams from the bottom to the armhole notch. Serge seams and press towards the BACK PANEL.
- Turn the FRONT PANEL neckline allowance and the BACK PANEL “swing” allowance to the wrong side and topstitch.
- Turn the FRONT PANEL and BACK PANEL armhole allowances to the wrong side and topstitch.
- Turn the bottom edge allowance to the wrong side and topstitch.
- Lay pleats on the shoulder seams according to the markings and stitch them for 2 – 2.5 cm, perpendicular to the seam.
- Serge the TRIM STRIP piece around the perimeter with a narrow rolled hem.
