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Crinkle Linen Effects & Wonder Tape!

Crinkle effects for simple linen garments!

Choose a light to medium weight 100% linen and create a simple shift finished with binds at neck and armhole and machine hems. Once completed simply wet garment thoroughly and twist tightly (just as you would if you were wringing it to remove moisture), then allow to dry while twisted...this is how it is left to wear...creates an interesting sculptural crinkle style and no need to iron...great for travel. No more pressing linens when you use this technique.

 

Choose a simple design and sew using linen and linen/ cottons. Patterns suggested, McCalls5583, 8108, 5233. Vogue, 7898, 8509, 7828, 8565, 8371, 8500, 8504, 8474.
Use simple binds for neck/ and armhole edges.
After finishing garment, soak and then wring, leave to dry in this shape.

When almost dry bring inside to hang.
Sleeveless version. Wear with a tight T-Shirt underneath!
Topstitch detail.

 

 

 

Putting in a Zipper with soluble 'Wonder Tape'... No pins necessary! ...

This Article describes the step by step prodcedure by Judi Haling on how you can use Wonder Tape whilst putting in a zipper. If you would like to purchase wonder tape, please click here

 


1. For centre back seams such as skirts trousers and dresses, first overlock the two back edges seperately. To avoid the bump at the top buy a zip a little longer than needed.

 

2.stitch up to zip opening level. Press remaining edges cleanly along
seam line(no less than 1.5cm )

 


3. Apply 'Wonder tape very close to each underside of seam along
folded edge.

 


4. Remove backing from tape on the right side and stick fabric folded
edge close to right side of zip teeth.

5. Because zip is longer than opening, leave excess of zip above
edge...DO NOT TRIM OFF YET!

 


6. Using a zipper foot sew from base of zip to top on inside (one
layer of fabric to zipper tape only, do not catch outer layer). Press
on outside.

 


7.Peel backing off tape on remaining side and press to stick edge
 over zipper teeth, just overlapping rightside by 2mm .

 

8. Chalk stitching line on outside of left side, stitch using a midsize stitch length with zipper foot starting at base of zip.

 

9. Peel off Wonder Tape from second edge only. The first edge will
 wash out and doesnt affect the working of zip. Can damage loosely
 woven fabrics*

 


10. Using a regular foot stitch across top of zipper teeth several
 times at seam allowance level. Now top of zip can be trimmed off, the
 zip locks off without the metal stopper!

 


 Perfect Zips everytime, using wash away 'Wonder Tape'!

 * Not recommended for loosely woven fabrics, corduroy or velvets.
 
2010 Sew Classes Enrollment

Sew Classes 2010

Held in Judi's Studio, Orange , NSW. 

Booking for this year's Sew Classes open on January 19th. . 

 SEWING FOR PLEASURE

Classes begin Monday February 8 

These are regular unstructured classes run weekly for sew enthusiasts of any level. Classes are small so that individual attention and professional guidance is guaranteed. They are are aimed at making you a more confident sewer with emphasis on fitting and a professional finish using the easiest techniques. Machine finishes replace the more laborious hand finishing of the past.

Fabric samples are provided through several stockists so planning suitable patterns for you and fabrics is an important part of the lessons. Perfecting pattern alterations for you is also an essential.

The Studio is equiped with 5 overlockers, several Boiler irons, press equipment, Cover Stitch machine and a pattern library. A range of haberdashery (Zippers, Elastics, Threads, Machine needles, Buttons, Shoulder Pads and a range of quality Interfacings) is available for purchase in the Studio. Several Bernina machines are available for loan in the Studio.

Students attend weekly for the school term with some fortnightly positions available.

These classes have enjoyed popularity for 22 years, keeping the 'Art of Sewing' alive!

Cost: $35.00 per three hour class. 

 OTHER COURSES AVAILABLE SUBJECT TO DEMAND:

PANTS THAT FIT!
 
Achieve a pattern and finished trousers fitted to your figure.
Starting with a tried and tested pattern which is made in calico for fitting record. Then cut in selected fabric for a great result, learn about zip or fly application pockets facings and hem finishes for a professional look. The pattern is yours to repeat at home for summer and winter pants, perfect fit every time.
 
Bring your machine preferred...loner machines are available.
5 x 4 hour classes weeks $240 (includes pattern)

TAME YOUR OVERLOCKER!
 
Back after popular demand. Learn to master 5 important things about your overlocker. Learn about threading, a variety of thread choices, widths and lengths of stitching. Rolled hemming for scarves etc and garment techniques using your overlocker for the assembly.
Make garments to take home. Bring your overlocker. Some Saturdays available.
5 x 4 hour classes $240 ( includes resource folder)

SMART SEWING!
 
Designed for new sewers to learn the quick and clever ways to sew professionally.
Take home 2 finished garments. Bring machine preferred.

6 x 3 hour classes $240

Enquiries: Judi
ph; 02 6365 1166
fax; 02 62651229
 


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