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So if u decide2use foam, jst xut it into pieces n stuff into d pillow bag u av made till its as full as u want n den neatly close up d 4inch allowance u left...wld share a pic of d fin8shed work2mao....

NB; u can also use an old matress u wanna dispose of or old pillows u want2dispose of...as 4old matress, just rip off d covering material n d3n cut d foam into pieces n stuff into ur pillow bag until its as full as u want it...
So dts it4our thro pillow tutorial...hope u hav3 fun trying this out. ..pls share pictures of ur finished work...would really love2see them...chao!...

so now its time2stuff ur pillow...u can either use foam or quilt....as for foam, u can get it from mushin (just go2mushin market n ask4 way street) go2those shops where ther sell materials used in making sofas n cushion chairs n ask for the foam thats used in making bags or u can ask4quilt n they will direct u2where its sold...

N then this is the 4inch hole u should have

This is whatbu should have

So leave about4inches allowance ...thereafter turn it d right way n use a sharp object like d pointed part of ur scissors 2push out d3edges...

Remember 2mark ur pivot points like I mentioned yestrrday in the 'tips for making a better peter pan collar' tutorial I shared yesterday (in order not2miss any of these tutorials n2 view previous ones, join the pretty girls sew BBM channel ; c00371216)....

And then sew bth fabrics2geda at all 4edges using 0.5inches allowance..however when sewing d final edge, ensure u leae about 4inches...just as I have done in this picture

So place bth pieces of fabric with the right sides facing each other just like I have done

So basically u should have 2 pieces of fabric (NB; u can also use ankara fabric too )bth measuring 14 inhes by 14 inches...

The dimension I am going to be using for my throw pilpows r 14 inches by 14 inches (including 0.5 inch seam allowance)...

So I had these fabrics left over after using sme of it2make sme purses4sme clients..n I have decided2combine bth (red velvet fabric n a white fabric with gold polka dots)

Hello bextie..awwww....I am sorry buh we dnt av a wassap chat yet...when I create one I wld let u kno..

Trim the entire collar seam allowance down to around 1/4 inch. This will create a smooth curve around the entire collar and is better than clipping or notching.

So dats it guys...!!
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Mark ur pivot points and When turning the corner of your collar, stop just short of your pivot mark and sink your needle into the fabric prior to lifting the presser foot up. Raise it, pivot, and see if you are on your mark for the seam allowance. If not, return to the proper position and turn the hand wheel forward to move another stitch. If a full stitch will over shoot your mark, turn down the stitch length to move forward a smaller amount

Iron the stay 2 the wrong side of the collar pieces.
NB; iron d stay2only the under collar and not the upper collar. So that the upper part of the collar ends up looking much neater...

I assume as a sewist, u already know how to cut /make peter pan collar (if u dnt already kno, hit me up n I shall try2find time2do a short tutorial on it)...
So here are a fee tips....
-ensure that you follow the pattern of the fabric and that you cut along the grain...

-Use soft stay in your collar to give it body. In cutting d stay, do not give add seam allowance..jst cut it2d exact size u want d collar to be...

Hello peeps...
I think I should do a post on tips for sewing a better peter pan collar. ..

. Curved darts

Curved darts are used when the straight line of a basic dart does not provide enough contour to fit your shape. Curved darts can be stitched slightly concave or convex depending on the shape you need to fit.



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7. Double pointed darts

Double pointed darts are just like having two darts joined together at their widest ends, with one point toward the bust and one toward the waist. Double pointed darts are used to give shaping to the middle of a garment like in a dress or fitted jacket.

5. Dart tucks

Dart tucks are a variation of darts that are constructed much like a standard version but the points are left open. The open ends give a pleated appearance, which adds a softer look to billowy pants and blouses.
6. Elbow darts

Elbow darts are seen more in couture, tailored jackets and allow you to have a more fitted sleeve with room to move. When you hang your arms loosely at your sides, you usually keep a slight bend at the elbow, and the elbow dart accommodates that natural bend.

3. French darts

French darts are a type of elongated bust dart that start at the side seam, down near the waistline, and end up near the bust point.
4. Other types of plain darts include shoulder darts and neck darts

These are used to add a feminine shape to a garment that might look boxy without that shaping. Think of the difference between a man and woman’s blazer. Waist darts are also simple darts that are found in pants and un-gathered skirts.

2. Bust darts

Bust darts usually start the side seam of a garment and end near the apex of the bust in order to make the bodice of a garment more formfitting.

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1. Plain darts

The plain dart is the most common type of dart that you will see in sewing and is usually found around the bust, waist and hips. This type of dart can be manipulated and altered to make different design elements that still function just like a dart such as princess seams and pleats.

Hello fellow sewists ...
One of my most fav sayings is "you cnt dance all night if you ino only 1tune..this can be interpreted2mean d amt of knowledge u have would determine ur altitude...

So I found this on craftsy.com
8 TYPES OF DARTS...

A dart is a folded wedge of fabric that is tapered and stitched down to give shape to a garment.

There are two main components of a dart: the point, also known as the apex, and the legs, which start at the widest part of the dart. The dart legs are the two lines that are brought together to create the fold of fabric that is stitched. Darts need to be sewn in the correct direction, from the widest point of the legs to the apex, to ensure they lay flat and press well.

Been trying to upload pictures buh they arent uploading..I.wonder what the issue is..



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Then mark your burstline on the pattern..and then go ahead 2 cut out a dart from the seam allowance just as is shown in the attached picture...

Then draw out your darts on fold n cut it out too just as I havr done in the picture below....pls hit me up if you dnt understand. ..

So they are;
-ruler
- scissors and blade
-pattern for your blouse
-cellotape

-biro
-taperule

Okies guys...so here are the things you would need for this tutorial...

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LOW WAISTED STYLE LINES;
I think this is one of the best style lines for women with petite body frames...
It broadens the hip area, tuus makin them appear "hippier"...
- it also makes the figure appear long waisted by lowering the waistline.