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Embellishing Fabrics
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Embroidery on Sheer Fabrics
Fabrics:
Embroidery Stabilizer
www.AngelaWolfPatterns.com/stabilizer/
- Sew’ N Wash Stabilizer
- Adhesive Sew’ N Wash Stabilizer (used for Mesh)
- Adhesive Peel’ N Sick Tearaway Stabilizer (used for denim and faux suede)
- Water Soluble Topping
Special 20% Expo Discount
Coupon Code: EXPO2023
(expires March 31, 2023)
Embroidery Designs
- Density
- Check your embroidery machine
- Take pieces of one design
Thread
- Rayon – excellent colors, high sheen
- Polyester
- Cotton 30 to 50 wt.
- Silk 30 to 50 wt.
- Metallic
- 100 weight is very fine, not as strong
- 30 to 50 wt.
Embroidery Machine Needles – match size of needle for fabric, just like sewing
- Embroidery needle
- Topstitching
- Metallic
Faux Suede & Fleece
Fabrics Used In Class:
This fabric is located on my comment sold site. Use coupon code: EXPO2023 for 20% off (expires 3/31/2022). Check out other colors of Faux Suede and Yukon Fleece.
When quilting tthe faux suede to the fleece fabric these are the setting I prefer:
Stitch Length ~ 3.0, 3.5, 4.0
Sewing Machine Needle ~ #14 denim jean needle
We used the Mu-vit foot in class, but you can also use the plastic or teflon foot.
Quilting and Reverse Applique on Ponte Knits
Quilting two layers of the ponte knit:
- Stitch Length ~ 3.0
- Sewing Machine Needle ~ Ballpoint or Stretch Needle
Free Motion Embroidery on the ponte knit:
- Stitch Length ~ 2.5
- Lower feed-dogs
- Use the embroidery foot
Ponte Knit Fabric
The fabric used in class was a less expensive Ponte Te Am – Scuba Knit (11oz) which is 100% Polyester. This fabric is great to make outfits and muslins to test fit for knit jackets, pants, dresses, etc.
The black and pink jacket I showed in class was made from a rayon / nylon blend Ponti Di Roma Knit fabric. This fabric is great for pants, jackets, and dresses.
Online and Virtual Class Discounts:
Enjoy 15% off these online and virtual classes with coupon code: expo2021 (expires 3/1/2021)
All About Knit Tops! Learn tops for fitting, Sewing, & Designing Knit Tops
Essential Guide to Sewing Knits
Basic Leggings PDF Pattern with Video Tutorials
Serger 101: Learn how to use your serger!
Get your Serger out of the box!
Join Angela Wolf for a 90 minute virtual class and learn how to set up and use your serger. Learn the parts on the serger, tips for rethreading, differential feed, reasons to adjust the stitch length and width, and so much more!
Learn how to set up and when to use:
- 4-thread overlock
- 3-thread overlock
- 3-thread wide vs. narrow overlock
- Gathered stitch
Learn tips for starting and ending stitches, how to serger corners, inside corners, and curves. Adjusting the differential feed to prevent stretching the fabric. You will also learn serger basics including choosing and changing needles, using stretch threads, disengaging the knife, and more.
Note: This class can be used with any serger, but you will need your serger manual on hand as each serger is a little different.
Serger 102: CREATIVE SERGING
Now that you know the basics of using your serger, let’s check out some of the decorative stitches.
Join Angela Wolf for a 90 minute virtual class and learn how to set up and serge decorative stitches, including how to do a blind hem with the serger! Yes, you can hem your pants with a blind hem all in one easy step using your serger.
Learn how to set up and serge:
- Pintucks
- Rolled Hem
- Flatlock Stitching
- Blind Hem Stitch
Note: This class can be used with any serger, but you will need the blind hem foot and your serger manual on hand as each serger is a little different.
This is a virtual class , live with Angela Wolf taking time for Q&A. You do not have to be present to enjoy the class The class will remain open for replay.