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When it comes to
understanding sewing terms, you really need
My
Sewing
Dictionary.
And
My
Sewing Dictionary
Software
Together these two
resources make learning to sew quicker and
easier than you might imagine.
The ebook provides a
beautifully illustrated dictionary complete
with definitions, explanations, and photos of
over 3,000 sewing and quilting terms.
The software installs right
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need to know what a sewing term means.
Just start typing and the terms auto fill and
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Using Your
Sewing Dictionary As
A Guide To
Vintage Pattern Terminology
Your Sewing Dictionary can
be invaluable in understanding vintage patterns
and Vintage Terms. To properly use
vintage patterns you must understand the
vintage terms which is why you need a good
sewing dictionary.
If you are considering
sewing with vintage patterns, then you will
definitely want to learn the terminology.
Vintage patterns come with vintage terminology,
not all of which may be familiar. Here are some
of the terms you might encounter.
1. Continuous Lap: A strip
of fabric cut on the straight grain and used to
face edges of an opening or slit in a
garment.
2. Jabot: A ruffle or
cravat-like accent attached to the front of a
dress or blouse.
3. Lapped Seam: A seam
in which one seam allowance edge is lapped over
the seam allowance of its joining piece and
stitched.
4. Pin tuck: Very
small tucks stitched just a pin's width from
the fold to slightly shape a garment piece. In
the late 1920's, a series of pin tucks were
often applied across the naural waistline of a
frock for shaping and detail.
5. Plaits: An array of
narrow (known today as "knife") pleats often
applied at the hem of a dress, the ends of
sleeves, or around the neck opening.
6. Shirring: Three or
more rows of gathers made by small running
stitches in parallel lines. The rows are spaced
as desired.
7. Slide Fastener: The
original term for zippers.
8. True Bias:
Fabric that is cut at a precise 45-degree angle
to the fabric grain line.
9. Toile: The French
term for fabric pattern. Originally pertained
to the muslin test garment.
Today, with the help
of the internet and the popularity of all
things vintage, it's easier than every to
acquire vintage patterns. Sewing with the
real-deal pattern in its original form is a
great experience and a fun way to re-create
those wonderful designs from the past. I hope
the above glossary of terms will help you
easily navigate the world of vintage
patterns.
To properly use vintage
patterns you must understand the vintage terms
which is why you need a good sewing
dictionary. Your sewing dictionary
can help you understand vintage
patterns and Vintage Terms.
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