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From: FryedTater
Date: 10-12-2004, 09:33 PM (1 of 3)
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Hello ! I am new to sewing, and have a question. I am attempting to make a dress for my daughter for an upcoming civil war re-enactment. It is a pioneer dress. I was looking over the instructions, and was wondering what 'baste' meant? I recently made her a halloween costume. Just a simple dress with cape. The sleeves gave me fits! Is there a trick to these sleeves? Thanks!! Missy |
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From: blackie
Date: 10-12-2004, 09:53 PM (2 of 3)
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"Baste" refers to sewing long stitches either by hand or machine. Usually these stitches are removed later. It is a way to secure pieces together when pinning won't do. Baste stitches are also used to gather fabric for ruffles.
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Member since: 03-31-2004 Total posts: 594 |
From: paroper
Date: 10-12-2004, 10:55 PM (3 of 3)
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Set in sleeves take a little practice. The pattern will tell you to baste between the dots (usually). Set your stitch length to the longest length and do two rows of stitching starting where the patterns says and ending where the pattern says to end. Most patterns call for a 5/8 inch seam so your first row of basting is at 5/8 inch, the second at 3/8 inch. (The order of the rows really doesn't matter). Taking the bobbin thread from each row in your hand and gently pull them at the same time, making the sleeve pucker slightly. Usually the bobbin row is a little easier to pull. Once you have started pulling one set of threads, just make sure that you continue to make your adjusting pulls with that set or the stitching will become tight and it won't gather easily. You need to match the dots and the shoulders and notches of your sleeve and the shoulder (where it goes). Usually the double notch will be in the back and that is very important when it comes to making your sleeve fit well. You just adjust your gathers between the dots and shoulders to the point that your 5/8 inch line of gathers lays smooth and flat flat without any puckers or waves (you do not have to be concerned as much about any puckers or waves in the 3/8 inch because that row just helps stabilize your 5/8 inch line. Then you sew your sleeve to the shoulder. When you are through, you may remove your basted stitches (it is not necessary if they don't show on the outside of the garment. It is your choice. This is for a smooth sleeve head. Some things, especially childrens' garments may actually want the sleeve head gathered and sewn in that way. You can make a very full puffy sleeve that way. Always be sure and read your directions.
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