How to…Sew eveningwear without the stress
Learn some top tips for stress-free eveningwear sewing
1. Choose the correct needle
A microtex needle is a good choice for many delicate or tightly woven luxury fabrics including chiffon, satin and viscose.
Find out more about choosing the right needle here
2. Use the right interfacing in the right places
Patterns will suggest areas to add interfacing to but you may also like to add a strip of interfacing to any edges that might stretch like the seam that a zip will go into.
Find out more about choosing and applying interfacing here
3. Stay stitch and understitch
Often overlooked, these 2 techniques are essential for a couture finish.
Understitch to keep linings on the inside of your garment. Find out more about understitching here
Staystitch to stop curved or diagonal cut edges stretching out as you work with them. Find out more about staystitching here
4. Use a pressing cloth
Protect your delicate fabric from a hot or grubby iron.
If your iron needs cleaning we recommend this amazing Prym iron cleaner!
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The Ready to Party Dress pattern is your go-to for an special occassion!
