As luck would have it, I found more information on scallops after completing the pillows. I want to include the new found information for future reference.
An odd number of scallops is visually more appealing than an even number.
Calculate the number of scallops; if inches do not divide well, try centimeters.
Make a template from freezer paper. It can temporarily be ironed and removed after marking.
Use a small stitch length for well defined lines.
Pressing and clipping can help create crisp lines. Try to press inside the scallop before turning right side out. After turning and pressing. Clip by staggering the the clip lines on the two layers. This will create a more polished look on sheer fabrics. Press and finger roll the seam line to the inside so the seam line will not not show onthe finish piece.
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Saturday, August 25, 2012
Pillow talk...
When self drafting patterns, one has to rely on sewing construction experience to complete the project. There are no assembly and fabric layout instructions like those that come with store bought patterns. This is probably one of the most challenging aspects of using self drafted patterns.
When designing the pillowcase patterns, I had no idea how much ease was needed. I chose a half inch on each side thinking that would make it easier to insert the pillow. For the travel pillows, the ease worked well. For the sofa pillows, I did not use any ease. For a more "stuffed" pillow, I may subtract some from each side....probably 1/4 inch.
Since I was planning on making several matching pillows, I made a paper pattern for each size to use each time.
When designing the pillowcase patterns, I had no idea how much ease was needed. I chose a half inch on each side thinking that would make it easier to insert the pillow. For the travel pillows, the ease worked well. For the sofa pillows, I did not use any ease. For a more "stuffed" pillow, I may subtract some from each side....probably 1/4 inch.
Since I was planning on making several matching pillows, I made a paper pattern for each size to use each time.
She sews sea shells by the seashore...
Sewing Scallops
To make the envelope pillows cases special, I decided to add scallops to one edge. I used the printed scallops off the cutting board and picked the size of best fit for the 12 inch square pillow.
To keep the fabric stable and prevent warping, I folded the fabric over to serve as a facing. After stitching along the scallop line, I trimmed the edges, turned the fabric and pressed for a crisp clean look.
The scallop did not lend well to understitching so I relied heavily on the concept of trimming close and very close with the close trim to the outside; the same concept used in armhole and neck facings.
I have since made cases for 14 inch square pillows and adjusted the scallop size accordingly. After a good pressing, I edge stitched the scallop. Edge stitching is more practical but more sophisticated without the edge stitching.
To make the envelope pillows cases special, I decided to add scallops to one edge. I used the printed scallops off the cutting board and picked the size of best fit for the 12 inch square pillow.
To keep the fabric stable and prevent warping, I folded the fabric over to serve as a facing. After stitching along the scallop line, I trimmed the edges, turned the fabric and pressed for a crisp clean look.
The scallop did not lend well to understitching so I relied heavily on the concept of trimming close and very close with the close trim to the outside; the same concept used in armhole and neck facings.
I have since made cases for 14 inch square pillows and adjusted the scallop size accordingly. After a good pressing, I edge stitched the scallop. Edge stitching is more practical but more sophisticated without the edge stitching.
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