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From: sewnew2this
Date: 10-21-2005, 12:08 AM (1 of 4)
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Hi My name is Mike. I am new to sewing. I have just purchased a used industrial machine. Here is a simillar idea of what I am having trouble with. If I wanted to sew a tarp to cover the end of a 45 gallon drum, how would I sew the straight material which would be the cylinder part to the top ( cover) which is round. I am having trouble with bunching of material. Any tips would be greatly appreciated! Signed new 2 sewing |
User: sewnew2this
Member since: 10-20-2005 Total posts: 4 |
From: Chrysantha
Date: 10-21-2005, 01:36 AM (2 of 4)
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I'm not really sure what yer asking, but here goes....you wanna make a round top out of regular rectangle fabric ??? You measure the top and add a seam allowance (usually 1/4, 1/2, 3/8ths). Measure the TOP to make a flat part (use cardboard to make a template add seam allowance ) sew straight part first. Sew right sides together, the 'ring' part to the top. Cliping the seam allowance so it doesn't pucker. (sometimes 'gathering the TOP part first and EASING it as you sew might help.) Or if you want a fast one...measure the top...add 3-4 inches to the measurement, make a pocket in the fabric, thread some elastic through the pocket. Sew the end of the elastic. Then snap it over the top like a bowl cover. Chrys
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User: Chrysantha
Member since: 09-06-2002 Total posts: 2414 
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From: paroper
Date: 10-21-2005, 10:01 AM (3 of 4)
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You can either sew with the circular side down, clip the flat part (as stated in the above post) or you can sew with the sides down and sew the circle to the top. If you do it that way, everything must be carefully measured and your seam has to be exactly on the seamline. If your measurments are exact and you keep the edges together and you sew on the seamline, the outside edge of the round portion will naturally wave as you sew. Just keep the edges matched and keep sewing on the seamline. If you don't keep your lines exact, you'll have all kinds of problems. I'd use a longer than normal stitch too....it is easier to tear out. On heavier fabrics, the "normal" stitches seem too tiny.
pam
Bernina 200e, Artista V5 Designer Plus, Explorations, Magic Box, Bernina 2000DE & 335 Bernette Serger, Bernina 1530 Sewing Machine, Bernina 1300 DC Overlock (with coverstitch) |
User: paroper
Member since: 02-03-2004 Total posts: 3775 |
From: sewnew2this
Date: 10-21-2005, 10:27 AM (4 of 4)
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You can either sew with the circular side down, clip the flat part (as stated in the above post) or you can sew with the sides down and sew the circle to the top. If you do it that way, everything must be carefully measured and your seam has to be exactly on the seamline. If your measurments are exact and you keep the edges together and you sew on the seamline, the outside edge of the round portion will naturally wave as you sew. Just keep the edges matched and keep sewing on the seamline. If you don't keep your lines exact, you'll have all kinds of problems. I'd use a longer than normal stitch too....it is easier to tear out. On heavier fabrics, the "normal" stitches seem too tiny. Thanks for your help Pam. I will give that a try! Regards Mike in Ontario |
User: sewnew2this
Member since: 10-20-2005 Total posts: 4 |
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