There are also some stores that could guide you in the right direction, like the Canvas Man Try calling them.
In the US there is a website that sells DVDs under training videos on how to make boat tops, Marine Canvas Training Institute, they have classes as well.
You can purchase a variety of papers for pattern making.
Tracing Paper, which is see trough, to transfer the pattern to it. It is available in different widths and lengths.
Dot Marker Paper, which has numerical and alphabetical markings to help you draw your pattern. This type of paper is also thinner than regular printer paper.
Manila Paper, this type of paper is tan in color, and is available in different thicknesses, widths and lengths.
All these papers are available in roles.
In Toronto, you can visit the sewing supply stores on queen street. One that has these products is called Neren's Sewing Supplies, it is number 451 Queen st west on the south side very close to TD bank. Close to the intersection of Queen and Spadina.
In order to give you the right advice I need to know what style of collar you are sewing. If you can please post a picture of the collar and the blouse in the Project Photo Albums. Or here in the discussion forum.
In a standard figure the front bodice length is longer than the back bodice length because of the protrusion of the breasts.
Here are a few cases where the back bodice length would be longer, shorter or the same length as the front.
The back bodice length would be longer if the shoulder blades protrude more than usual or if the person has smaller breasts. This could also occur if the person has a hunched back even if they have larger breasts.
The back bodice length may be shorter if the shoulder blades are flatter than usual even if the person has smaller breasts.
The back and the front bodice length will be the same if the shoulder blade protrusion is normal but the breasts are smaller.
In terms of the X being above W on your pattern, I believe you are referring to the back bodice pattern not the front.
First make sure that the folded paper you position under your arm is not too far up. Once you lower your arm let the paper fall in place naturally. The folded paper should not be pushing into your flesh or folding at the top edge. Remember to measure from the bottom of the folded paper not the top.
Some people who have a longer torso, therefore X may fall above W when they draw the back bodice pattern.
I will add your request to our list for up coming lessons. I myself like vintage styles. The overlap and godet slits should have their own patterns. That's is why I will need to make separate lessons to explain them in detail.
Yes you will need to draft the pattern as you see it on the site for the skirt and the pants. Tape the darts closed. Then you measure and mark below the waistline by the amount you want. Mark about every 1" apart to help you draw the line easily.
Now you can add the seam allowances. As you guessed this technique will shorten the darts.
You need to measure below the waistline for the waistband as well. Measure parallel to the waistline by the amount you deducted from the top of the pattern.
I am happy to see that you are resuming sewing once again. It is a wonderful hobby.
The throat plate is the square shape metal plate under the presser foot, it is also called the needle plate. It has an opening (throat) in it for the up and down movement of the needle and for the feed dogs.
Here are two links that should help you with cleaning and oiling your machine:
The first thing that I like about this iron is that it is made in Germany so you know that it is a well made product.
The features that I like about the Rowenta DW9080 are its size. It is not a light iron so it is easier to press the fabric. It also has many vents which are small and help distribute the flow of steam evenly across the sole of the plate.
There is a steam bursts feature with a separate button. In addition you can steam burst while holding the iron vertically. You can increase the flow of steam a bit more with a trigger button under the handle when pressing.
This iron does not leak water when in use and has a self cleaning button. You can also use regular tap water as long as it is not hard water. There is also a digital display that show which fabric goes with which heat setting.
I am please to see that you are happy. Yes soon we will cut and sew from the pants block pattern that we drafted.
In regards to the zipper alteration for pants, we have two different ways of sewing fly zippers on the site right now. These two ways are mostly used for sewing zippers on pants. Here is a link to the lesson page: Fly Zipper Inserting (Sewing) Video Lessons
Your pants might be sewn using one of these styles. Watch the videos and practice a few times, this way you can find out the best way to tackle your repair.
I am very happy for the pants block pattern , I know very soon we will be cutting and sewing our own pants. I also want to ask about a zip alteration, I have 2 pants that the zips are broken, it will be nice to know how to put in new zips
Although the pictures are not the best I'm quite proud of my results.The blouse I made from the bodice pattern and added sleeves from a commercial pattern. They were too large so I made some pintucks on the shoulder cap. Also it was too snug, even though I added some ease, so I put pearl buttons on and made some button loops. Supposed to wear it with a camisole! The red skirt was the first one - lined just like your video - and the black one was my adaptation with no waistband and a little tapered. I made a full slip by extending the bodice pattern but somehow it ended up too short! It also rides up something terrible!! A learning curve I suppose?
I've tried to make a top with no front opening but had huge trouble getting the fit right around the shoulders/armpit area although it fits everywhere else. I thought I should lower the seam line in the armpit/sideseam area. What would you suggest?? and what parts should I measure to get a good fit??? Soooo looking forward to trying the long pants. Thanks so much for your site
Cheers
Jose
Sorry I couldn't get the pictures to load using the landscape icon. Any suggestions???
Thank you for your kind words, I will let Arad know. We do all our own shooting and lighting ourselves we always strive to make the videos as clear as possible.
Welcome to eSewingWorkshop, I hope that you will find our lessons helpful.
I believe that you have an issue with sewing the hem of a round table cloth. There are different ways to sew around a rounded edge.
For beginners the easiest way is to sew a narrow double folded hem.
Place a strip of masking tape about 8 mm from the machine needle parallel to the guide lines on the needle plate.
Then align the edge of your table cloth with the edge of the masking tape and sew around the edge using matching thread color. This stitch line will be your mark for the first fold.
To keep the fold in place, fold along the stich line and baste by hand or machine or use an iron.
To do the second fold use the raw edge of the first fold as a guide to help you fold again.
You can baste by hand to keep the second fold in place then sew close to the folded edge by machine using straight stitches or sew slip stitches by hand.
Dear Laura,
I suggest you test the fusible fleece on a piece of your fabric to see if it works well.
Happy sewing,
Nehzat
Dear Mesoseams,
I think that you are interested in learning how to sew boat canvas covers.
If so here are some links that could help you:
In Canada you can visit the apprenticetrades.ca website. or the ministries of education.
There are also some stores that could guide you in the right direction, like the Canvas Man Try calling them.
In the US there is a website that sells DVDs under training videos on how to make boat tops, Marine Canvas Training Institute, they have classes as well.
Hope this helps,
Nehzat
a good place to look is pulp&paper mils sometimes they have end rolls size of a house but cheap paper
Dear Genny,
You can purchase a variety of papers for pattern making.
Tracing Paper, which is see trough, to transfer the pattern to it. It is available in different widths and lengths.
Dot Marker Paper, which has numerical and alphabetical markings to help you draw your pattern. This type of paper is also thinner than regular printer paper.
Manila Paper, this type of paper is tan in color, and is available in different thicknesses, widths and lengths.
All these papers are available in roles.
In Toronto, you can visit the sewing supply stores on queen street. One that has these products is called Neren's Sewing Supplies, it is number 451 Queen st west on the south side very close to TD bank. Close to the intersection of Queen and Spadina.
There are also many stores online that sell these products such as: http://www.atlaslevy.com/designing/pattern_paper.htm
Hope this helps,
Nehzat
Dear Cherine,
In order to give you the right advice I need to know what style of collar you are sewing. If you can please post a picture of the collar and the blouse in the Project Photo Albums. Or here in the discussion forum.
Thanks,
Nehzat
Dear sigridjakob,
In a standard figure the front bodice length is longer than the back bodice length because of the protrusion of the breasts.
Here are a few cases where the back bodice length would be longer, shorter or the same length as the front.
The back bodice length would be longer if the shoulder blades protrude more than usual or if the person has smaller breasts. This could also occur if the person has a hunched back even if they have larger breasts.
The back bodice length may be shorter if the shoulder blades are flatter than usual even if the person has smaller breasts.
The back and the front bodice length will be the same if the shoulder blade protrusion is normal but the breasts are smaller.
In terms of the X being above W on your pattern, I believe you are referring to the back bodice pattern not the front.
First make sure that the folded paper you position under your arm is not too far up. Once you lower your arm let the paper fall in place naturally. The folded paper should not be pushing into your flesh or folding at the top edge. Remember to measure from the bottom of the folded paper not the top.
Some people who have a longer torso, therefore X may fall above W when they draw the back bodice pattern.
Please let me know if this helps,
Happy sewing,
Nehzat
Dear nehzat_fan:
The block pattern we drafted does not have any ease, however you can add wearing ease to it.
Hope this answers your question.
Happy sewing,
Nehzat
Dear nehzat_fan,
The fabric I am using in the video is a wool crape (crepe) and the lining is bemberg.
I prefer to see the fabric for its color and feel it befirore purchasing it. But that would not be possible for everyone.
Happy sewing,
Nehzat
One more question about your wonderful pencil skirt pattern draft.
Is there wearing ease in the skirt for sitting? The measurement of the hip seems to be snug.
nehzat_fan
Thank you, so very much, Nehzat for adding these to list for upcoming lessons. I so look forward to seeing these!!!
Thank you, again
Carol
Dear Carol,
I will add your request to our list for up coming lessons. I myself like vintage styles. The overlap and godet slits should have their own patterns. That's is why I will need to make separate lessons to explain them in detail.
Thanks,
Nehzat
Dear sewmama,
Yes you will need to draft the pattern as you see it on the site for the skirt and the pants. Tape the darts closed. Then you measure and mark below the waistline by the amount you want. Mark about every 1" apart to help you draw the line easily.
Now you can add the seam allowances. As you guessed this technique will shorten the darts.
You need to measure below the waistline for the waistband as well. Measure parallel to the waistline by the amount you deducted from the top of the pattern.
Happy sewing,
Nehzat
Dear Gammy,
I am happy to see that you are resuming sewing once again. It is a wonderful hobby.
The throat plate is the square shape metal plate under the presser foot, it is also called the needle plate. It has an opening (throat) in it for the up and down movement of the needle and for the feed dogs.
Here are two links that should help you with cleaning and oiling your machine:
How to Maintain a Janome 405
How to Oil a Janome Sewing Machine
Hope this helps.
Happy sewing,
Nehzat
Dear Cecialvar,
Thanks for the suggestion, I will add it to our list for future lesson.
Happy sewing,
Nehzat
Dear alternator,
The first thing that I like about this iron is that it is made in Germany so you know that it is a well made product.
The features that I like about the Rowenta DW9080 are its size. It is not a light iron so it is easier to press the fabric. It also has many vents which are small and help distribute the flow of steam evenly across the sole of the plate.
There is a steam bursts feature with a separate button. In addition you can steam burst while holding the iron vertically. You can increase the flow of steam a bit more with a trigger button under the handle when pressing.
This iron does not leak water when in use and has a self cleaning button. You can also use regular tap water as long as it is not hard water. There is also a digital display that show which fabric goes with which heat setting.
I hope this helps you select your next iron.
Happy sewing,
Nehzat
Dear 1956,
I am please to see that you are happy. Yes soon we will cut and sew from the pants block pattern that we drafted.
In regards to the zipper alteration for pants, we have two different ways of sewing fly zippers on the site right now. These two ways are mostly used for sewing zippers on pants. Here is a link to the lesson page: Fly Zipper Inserting (Sewing) Video Lessons
Your pants might be sewn using one of these styles. Watch the videos and practice a few times, this way you can find out the best way to tackle your repair.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Happy sewing,
Nehzat
Hi Nehzat,
I am very happy for the pants block pattern , I know very soon we will be cutting and sewing our own pants. I also want to ask about a zip alteration, I have 2 pants that the zips are broken, it will be nice to know how to put in new zips
Is this the machine you have?
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_02019110000P?prdNo=1&blockNo=1&blockType=L1
The one Nehzat demonstates is a bit older than yours and looks different.
There are youtube videos on threading a similar but older Kenmore model.
Part one:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tA4TnCv-Ziw
Part two and how to use the needle threader:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B2cvUFQ9iew&feature=related
and how to put in the bobbin:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FIRo4NkkOak
Do you need to know how to wind a bobbin?
I hope this helps,
nehzat_fan
I know lots of sewers have this brand. What makes them so great? I've never had one and am curious about what makes a really good iron?
Thank you
Hi,
You can make the adjustment from the side seams.
Happy sewing,
Nehzat
Hi Nehzat
Although the pictures are not the best I'm quite proud of my results.The blouse I made from the bodice pattern and added sleeves from a commercial pattern. They were too large so I made some pintucks on the shoulder cap. Also it was too snug, even though I added some ease, so I put pearl buttons on and made some button loops. Supposed to wear it with a camisole! The red skirt was the first one - lined just like your video - and the black one was my adaptation with no waistband and a little tapered. I made a full slip by extending the bodice pattern but somehow it ended up too short! It also rides up something terrible!! A learning curve I suppose?
I've tried to make a top with no front opening but had huge trouble getting the fit right around the shoulders/armpit area although it fits everywhere else. I thought I should lower the seam line in the armpit/sideseam area. What would you suggest?? and what parts should I measure to get a good fit??? Soooo looking forward to trying the long pants. Thanks so much for your site
Cheers
Jose
Sorry I couldn't get the pictures to load using the landscape icon. Any suggestions???
Dear nehzat_fan
Thank you for your kind words, I will let Arad know. We do all our own shooting and lighting ourselves we always strive to make the videos as clear as possible.
Happy sewing,
Nehzat
Dear Andline,
I believe that you will benefit from our video lessons and learn many topics, including pattern drafting and much more.
Happy sewing,
Nehzat
Dear ike-51,
Welcome to eSewingWorkshop, I hope that you will find our lessons helpful.
I believe that you have an issue with sewing the hem of a round table cloth. There are different ways to sew around a rounded edge.
For beginners the easiest way is to sew a narrow double folded hem.
Let me know if this helps.
Happy sewing,
Nehzat