Yes! Narrower seam allowances have made my sewing much easier and more accurate for years now. I love the fact that many patterns now offer the narrower allowances.
That was excellent. I can really see that even in planning something like your zipper width etc if your accompanying seam is the same it’s going to give a much neater finish. This presentation has made me realise I need to think a little bit more about each pattern piece and even the notions and how they build into the whole garment. I hope that makes senses 😂 Thanks so much Alexandra.
Fabulous tutorial! I’ve been sewing for over 40 years (!) and have taken hundreds of classes, yet I’m learning tons from you. Your explanations are clear and easy to understand and you bring forward great ideas. Thank you so much for sharing. Now I’m going to go check out your patterns!
Thank you so much. You’re an excellent teacher. Thanks for putting such in-depth information in your videos. I will definitely try different seam allowances in my work. I really appreciate you showing the easing seams. Easing has been my nemesis, I think with the instructions in this video my easing will get much better. Once again thank you.
I have done this quite differently for decades: I never use the seam allowances shown in commercial patterns at all - I usually cut them off. I mark only the seamlines - that is what is important. then I cut adding the amount of seam allowance I feel appropriate, considering the fabric. Maybe it is crazy, but it helps me get a more accurate finish.
Love this! The only thing I knew about using smaller SAs was that it was easier for curved seams. I didn't know all that detail about it. I LOVE details, so I'm excited to put some of this into practice, even though at this time I'm just making some summer wear for around the house and gardens.
When I stitch in the ditch on waistbands I sometime can’t catch the inside edge of the waistband. I like to do this on the neck of collars too and run into this same problem.
Can you tell me what fabric and lining was used in your samples. I’m new to dressmaking (I’m a quilter so I’m not new to sewing, but have a lot to learn as far as dressmaking goes) I would just like to know what types of fabrics and linings work well together. I’m definitely gonna order some patterns from you and possibly do some of your classes. Please come to The St. Louis area lol
The cream coloured skirt is a wool/metallic boucle fabric, lined with Bemberg rayon lining. The black sample is also a Wool. The basic rule is to use silk, rayon or acetate linings with natural fabrics.
Alexandra Morgan thank you so much for such helpful information!!! I think I’m on the right track. I ordered swatch cards from Vogue Fabrics of all the basic fabrics they keep in stock regularly and one of the cards has Bemberg lining on it tons of colors that they carry. I also subscribed to their catalogues that I will get every other month that include swatches and complete outfit ideas and pattern recommendations. I think this is going to really help me identify all the different textiles and fiber contents
@@AlexandraMorganInHousePatterns But the cut lines would have to be adjusted if you are using a commercial pattern that already has the 1.5cm seam allowances built into the pattern. right?
@@evelynr7069 Yes that's what I'm wondering and also the best way to change seam allowance with a pattern that has a 5/8 seam allowance included in the patter
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Yes! Narrower seam allowances have made my sewing much easier and more accurate for years now. I love the fact that many patterns now offer the narrower allowances.
That was excellent. I can really see that even in planning something like your zipper width etc if your accompanying seam is the same it’s going to give a much neater finish. This presentation has made me realise I need to think a little bit more about each pattern piece and even the notions and how they build into the whole garment. I hope that makes senses 😂 Thanks so much Alexandra.
Thank you, thank you, thank you. A fantastic and very practical video with absolutely NO music.
Fabulous tutorial! I’ve been sewing for over 40 years (!) and have taken hundreds of classes, yet I’m learning tons from you. Your explanations are clear and easy to understand and you bring forward great ideas. Thank you so much for sharing. Now I’m going to go check out your patterns!
Thank you for sharing very important details. You are a professional.very useful stuff!
Brilliant! I am so glad I have found your channel.
You did it again Alexandra, you are an excellent teacher. Thank you, thank you , thank you
Thank you so much. You’re an excellent teacher. Thanks for putting such in-depth information in your videos. I will definitely try different seam allowances in my work. I really appreciate you showing the easing seams. Easing has been my nemesis, I think with the instructions in this video my easing will get much better. Once again thank you.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and advice. I am learning well from you. Blessings
I have done this quite differently for decades: I never use the seam allowances shown in commercial patterns at all - I usually cut them off. I mark only the seamlines - that is what is important. then I cut adding the amount of seam allowance I feel appropriate, considering the fabric. Maybe it is crazy, but it helps me get a more accurate finish.
Thank you for your very important and useful tips on sewing allowances. I shall try to incorporate it in my forthcoming projects
Excellent work👍👌
This is so helpful. I will incorporate these techniques in my next sewing project.
Looking forward to creating a garment that dose not look home made.
This video is an absolute revelation! It answers questions I’ve been trying to puzzle out for years and I’m certain will improve my sewing. Thank you!
Thank you!
wow! This is really helpful!
Thank you! Would love instruction on how to line this skirt. M
Love this! The only thing I knew about using smaller SAs was that it was easier for curved seams. I didn't know all that detail about it. I LOVE details, so I'm excited to put some of this into practice, even though at this time I'm just making some summer wear for around the house and gardens.
Thank you! Again, wonderful presentation.
Great video! Love learning tips from the fashion industry!
When I stitch in the ditch on waistbands I sometime can’t catch the inside edge of the waistband. I like to do this on the neck of collars too and run into this same problem.
A very nice and detailed presentation. Thank You!
Excellent video and I will try varied seam allowances.
Grt video, and v helpful tips of how to sew a garment in a professional manner. Thank you looking forward many more fashion industry tips
I’ll use these in future 🥰
Thank you so very much for sharing your skills with us
GREAT video - thank you!
Really useful tips. Thank you.
Fabulous information, Thank you ❤️
Great video, love your tips
Very useful stuff! Thank you!!
Thank you! ❤❤❤❤
Can you tell me what fabric and lining was used in your samples. I’m new to dressmaking (I’m a quilter so I’m not new to sewing, but have a lot to learn as far as dressmaking goes) I would just like to know what types of fabrics and linings work well together. I’m definitely gonna order some patterns from you and possibly do some of your classes. Please come to The St. Louis area lol
The cream coloured skirt is a wool/metallic boucle fabric, lined with Bemberg rayon lining. The black sample is also a Wool. The basic rule is to use silk, rayon or acetate linings with natural fabrics.
Alexandra Morgan thank you so much for such helpful information!!! I think I’m on the right track. I ordered swatch cards from Vogue Fabrics of all the basic fabrics they keep in stock regularly and one of the cards has Bemberg lining on it tons of colors that they carry. I also subscribed to their catalogues that I will get every other month that include swatches and complete outfit ideas and pattern recommendations. I think this is going to really help me identify all the different textiles and fiber contents
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Does the smaller seam allowance affect the fit of the garment? Do you have to make some adjustments?
No. The fit of the garment is dependent on the seam lines, not the cut lines.
@@AlexandraMorganInHousePatterns But the cut lines would have to be adjusted if you are using a commercial pattern that already has the 1.5cm seam allowances built into the pattern. right?
@@evelynr7069 Yes that's what I'm wondering and also the best way to change seam allowance with a pattern that has a 5/8 seam allowance included in the patter