How the &#%!@ do you sew a straight line? – Alternative Sewing
Alternative Sewing
I call it sewing, but it isn't really sewing.
February 6, 2017 February 12, 2017 R. Harrison
How the &#%!@ do you sew a straight line?
This morning in the throes of trying to execute my first project it became quickly apparent that I don’t have nearly enough practice in controlling the fabric/sewing machine/my body to sew a straight line. Or even a straight-ish line for that matter. The seam ripper and I are becoming very good friends at this rate.
After two somewhat demoralizing attempts at sewing a 1/8 inch seam I got the idea to actually practice sewing straight lines on a scrap of fabric. Brilliant.
The results of my practice:
Some lines I tried to eyeball, for others I drew a line to follow. There was much greater success when there was a guide, so I may draw out the line for the first seam of my project or use tape. Google tells me sewing a straight line is a struggle for a lot of crafters out there, so I’m not totally discouraged. After this experience I have mad respect for Project Runway contestants. To think they do all that pressing, measuring, cutting, and sewing in such a short period of time is AMAZING, no matter what their aesthetics are.
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Hi there and thanks for your reblog of my other post! 🙂 Welcome to sewing! I only started myself just over a year ago (Oct 2015) and I can tell you it gets addictive quick. But then if you’re a crocheter and knitter, you’re probably all too familiar with that! Anyway, I just wanted to say that 1/8″ seam is pretty hard, especially if you’re just starting, so don’t feel bad. You’re doing the right thing practicing. I eventually got comfortable with a mark on my machine foot that I knew was 1/8″ away from the needle and just focused on the fabric hitting that mark. It also takes a while to get comfy holding the fabric with the right amount of tension to guide it smoothly. You’ll get it fast I’m sure. I look forward to seeing what you make!
Rei Harrison says:
You only started over a year ago?! That’s amazing and encouraging! I’m going to get some painter’s tape to emphasize the 1/8th mark on my machine. At the rate things are going I won’t be able to do much until the weekend besides use the seam ripper on my latest attempt, but I have all those lovely blogs I found through you to inspire me in the meantime 🙂
Hi, I'm Rachel. This is a ledger to document my attempts at sewing after spending the better part of the last decade knitting and crocheting. Other crafty things are liable to show up here. More interesting tidbits about myself will be added to the About page as I think of them. If you're inclined to share any sewing/crafting advice, I would be very grateful!
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How the &#%!@ do you sew a straight line? – Alternative Sewing
Alternative Sewing
I call it sewing, but it isn't really sewing.
February 6, 2017 February 12, 2017 R. Harrison
How the &#%!@ do you sew a straight line?
This morning in the throes of trying to execute my first project it became quickly apparent that I don’t have nearly enough practice in controlling the fabric/sewing machine/my body to sew a straight line. Or even a straight-ish line for that matter. The seam ripper and I are becoming very good friends at this rate.
After two somewhat demoralizing attempts at sewing a 1/8 inch seam I got the idea to actually practice sewing straight lines on a scrap of fabric. Brilliant.
The results of my practice:
Some lines I tried to eyeball, for others I drew a line to follow. There was much greater success when there was a guide, so I may draw out the line for the first seam of my project or use tape. Google tells me sewing a straight line is a struggle for a lot of crafters out there, so I’m not totally discouraged. After this experience I have mad respect for Project Runway contestants. To think they do all that pressing, measuring, cutting, and sewing in such a short period of time is AMAZING, no matter what their aesthetics are.
sewing beginner problems
Previous First sewing project attempt – Part 1: Sanae Ishida’s Origami Pillow
Next Reblog: Blogger Recognition Award
Hi there and thanks for your reblog of my other post! 🙂 Welcome to sewing! I only started myself just over a year ago (Oct 2015) and I can
 tell you it gets addictive quick. But then if you’re a crocheter and knitter, you’re probably all too familiar with that! Anyway, I just wanted to say that 1/8″ seam is pretty hard, especially if you’re just starting, so don’t feel bad. You’re doing the right thing practicing. I eventually got comfortable with a mark on my machine foot that I knew was 1/8″ away from the needle and just focused on the fabric hitting that mark. It also takes a while to get comfy holding the fabric with the right amount of tension to guide it smoothly. You’ll get it fast I’m sure. I look forward to seeing what you make!
Rei Harrison says:
You only started over a year ago?! That’s amazing and encouraging! I’m going to get some painter’s tape to emphasize the 1/8th mark on my machine. At the rate things are going I won’t be able to do much until the weekend besides use the seam ripper on my latest attempt, but I have all those lovely blogs I found through you to inspire me in the meantime 🙂
Hi, I'm Rachel. This is a ledger to document my attempts at sewing after spending the better part of the last decade knitting and crocheting. Other crafty things are liable to show up here. More interesting tidbits about myself will be added to the About page as I think of them. If you're inclined to share any sewing/crafting advice, I would be very grateful!
amazon brother jx2517 community consumer literature fundamentals mom stuff organization project runway reblog Sewing sewing beginner problems sewing mistakes sewing room tools of the trade