In this week’s session, I returned from a long vacation and reconnected with our members. I shared updates about my travels and addressed some questions about draping and sewing jersey fabrics. While I didn’t do a full demonstration this week, I provided insights on handling jersey materials and previewed upcoming content.
Key Points Discussed:
- Addressed a student’s question about fitting issues with a draped jersey dress
- Discussed potential solutions for sewing problems with tulle fabrics
- Previewed next week’s session on pattern alterations and working with jersey
Questions & Answers:
- Q: How can I fix the fit on my draped jersey dress sample that’s pulling down on one side?
- A: The jersey may be stretching too much. Try making the top piece snugger by taking in 1-2 inches on each side. For the skirt, take it in mostly on the undraped side to maintain the drape effect.
- Q: Any advice on sewing tulle without it bunching up?
- A: Try using a ballpoint needle, keeping seam length short, and reducing presser foot pressure. You can also try placing paper underneath while sewing.
- Q: Can you provide tips on working with jersey fabrics?
- A: I’ll cover this in detail next week, but key points include using proper needles, stabilizers, and potentially a walking foot. I’ll also demonstrate how to calculate fabric stretch percentage.
Next week, I’ll be doing a demonstration on pattern alterations, especially focusing on adjusting patterns for different jersey fabrics. We’ll cover making patterns tighter or looser, and adjusting drape levels.
