Reconstructing Clothes For Dummies by Miranda Caroligne Burns

Author:Miranda Caroligne Burns
Language: eng
Format: epub, pdf
Publisher: Wiley

• No sew: Instead of sewing a finished hem, you can use no-sew hem tape. This tape is just ironed on! You can find it in your local fabric or craft store, online, or even in major supermarkets and department stores.

Check out the pants after reconstruction in Figure 9-10.

Figure 9-10: After — So Easy Split Skirt.

Variations

For a decorative effect, try some of these ideas:

Raw look: For external seams, keep the pants right-side-out in Step 5. Instead of finishing the edge with a hem, leave out this step and blanket stitch (hand sewing), zigzag stitch (machine sewing) or serge the edge (overlock) for a raw finish.

Bias tape: Instead of hemming the edge or leaving it raw, you can cover it with a decorative bias tape. This can be found in any sewing goods or fabric store, usually near the zippers in the Notions area. Bias tape comes in a variety of colors and can be either hand-sewn or machine-sewn on to cover the edge (instructions on package).

Thick stitches: Complete all stitching by hand sewing with embroidery floss.

Thicker stitches: Hand sewing over pre-sewn and secured edges with yarn or ribbon

Mix colors: Use a thread color that doesn’t match, but complements the color of the pants. With a sewing machine you can also use a different color for the bobbin thread. With an overlock machine, you can get really creative and use four to five different colors.

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