Understanding underlining
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Underlining is the best option when making garments out of fabrics that are too lightweight or cling too much or when using light-colored fabrics where seams will show through. It conceals hand stitching and adds bulk to fabrics as well as warmth to garments. It also reduces wrinkling.
Publication Name: Threads
Subject: Fashion and beauty
ISSN: 0882-7370
Year: 1996
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Mohair for the millenium
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Guidance on sewing items of clothing from mohair is offered. Instructions on choosing patterns, cutting, interfacing, sewing, pressing and adding decorative finishes and buttonholes are given.
Publication Name: Threads
Subject: Fashion and beauty
ISSN: 0882-7370
Year: 2000
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Pull-on chiffon
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A step-by-step instruction on sewing double-layer, reversible chiffon pants is presented. This design requires minimal assembly time due to the absence of zippers, buttons and pockets.
Publication Name: Threads
Subject: Fashion and beauty
ISSN: 0882-7370
Year: 1997
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