sewing terms

sewing terms
what does the sewing term fold facing, or facing fold mean?

A facing is the area of a garment or sewn item that turns to the inside, giving a finished appearance to what would otherwise just be a raw edge of fabric. The facing is usually interfaced to add shape to the edge of the fabric.

Basically it means to fold the facing in half

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Sewing ABCs with Student and Instructor's Manual


Sewing ABCs with Student and Instructor's Manual


$49.00


Includes VHS video and student/instructor's manual. Covers tools and equipment; selecting a pattern; preparing the fabric; layout, cutting and marking; side pockets and elastic waistbands; seam finishes; darts, interfacing, facing, graded seams and topstitching; hems; pleats, darts, pockets, zipper and waistband and a glossary....

Our Generation Wooden Trunk


Our Generation Wooden Trunk


$129.99


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Bishop Method of Clothing Construction


Bishop Method of Clothing Construction


$49.95


The Bishop Method of Clothing Construction is full of really useful sewing information, especially for a beginner.

The book is broken down into 15 chapters, including a basic "how to" on sewing and the use of equipment and machines; everything you could want to know about cutting, patterns, measurement & tailoring; and adding details. Just a few include grain perfection, perfection in stitching, ...


Draping for Apparel Design


Draping for Apparel Design


$83.00


This text combines step-by-step instructions illustrated to present the principles and methods of draping. Author Helen Joseph-Armstrong incorporates three draping techniques- manipulating dart excess, adding fullness and contour draping - in design projects featured throughout the text. Projects begin with a draping plan and fashion drawing to identify its creative elements and determine the drap...

A to Z of Sewing: The Ultimate Guide for Beginning to Advanced Sewing


A to Z of Sewing: The Ultimate Guide for Beginning to Advanced Sewing


$18.50


Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned sewer, this comprehensive book is a must. Filled with detailed instructions, A to Z of Sewing is an indispensable reference book for readers who wish to develop their skills and give each project a professional finish.* Features a gold mine of more than 180 sewing techniques, all meticulously demonstrated* Includes clear step-by-step photographs and easy-to-...


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