Elastic fabric

Below is a tutorial on how to shirr with elastic thread. Before we begin, I must mention that this is a compilation of shirring techniques which I have learned from 3 specific resources: Portabellopixie, Craftstylish, and Heather Ross's book Weekend Sewing. And away we go....... Supplies ~ 1 spool of elastic thread ~ matching thread (must match your fabric) ~ fabric (i used Robert Kaufman's Kona Cotton Celery) ~ 1/4" elastic (optional) Instructions 1. Finish the upper raw edge of the bodice…

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How can something so lovely come from something so icky?? Ohhhh… I’m going to get emails from the insect lovers on that one. But you have to admit it’s pretty amazing how one of the world’s most luxurious fabrics gets its start wrapped around a pupating silkworm, which actually isn’t a true worm at all,

This page has everything you've ever wanted to know about elastic: a video and written guide to the different types, the tools used, beginner sewing projects using elastic, and even recommended reading.

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Material: Rubber, fabric & elastic. Description: Artisan necklace resembling beautiful netting made from an intricate series of rubber trimmed fabric circles and elastic strands. Due to the hand-made nature of this product, variations in color and detail, along with some air bubbles are to be expected and are not considered defects. Dimensions: Head opening ~6" diameter, circle 8" wide around. About the artist: Annemieke Broenink is a Dutch designer with a passion for fashion and…

Six simple steps to sewing with elastic thread successfully (otherwise known as shirring). Learn how to master these basic techniques.

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