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In this lesson, Barbara Talmadge demonstrates:
“How to Sew and Match a Fabric Repeat Pattern”
This pattern-matching lesson shows you how
to seam together multiple widths for draperies,
valances, or anywhere a pattern match is required.
This skill is required in the construction of many types
of window treatment products. This is an excellent
method for beginners, as well as seasoned pros!
Included with this DVD video lesson is a
16-page step-by-step, full-color lesson guide!
This is a skill required in the construction of many types of soft window treatment products. Other basic soft window treatment construction skills will be required to create an entire project.
This video lesson is for all skill levels.
Topics covered on the DVD lesson are:
Introduction - Important Items Needed
- Step 1: Finding the Match & Pinning it in
- Step 2: Preparing the Fabric for Sewing
- Step 3: Stitching & Pin Pulling
- Step 4: Serging off the Selvage
- Step 5: Pressing & Finishing
- Video Conclusion
- (Total video time: 31 minutes)
Topics covered in the booklet are:
- Important Items Needed
- Step by Step 1A: Finding the Pattern Match
- Step by Step 1B: Preparing Fabric for Pinning
- Step by Step 1C: Pinning in the Match
- Step by Step 2A: The Turn and Twist
- Step by Step 2B: Finishing & Folding
- Step by Step 3A: Straight Stitching the Seam
- Step by Step 3B: Pulling the Pins
- Step by Step 4A: Serging
- Step by Step 5A: Pressing & Finishing
- Conclusion
Contributing Instructor Lesson - Barbara Talmadge
ISBN 1-933768-19-3
Lesson 032