Forming Knife Pleats

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  • Опубліковано 23 сер 2024
  • Forming Knife Pleats. Adding pleats to a sewing project is a great way to add a decorative feature and remove unwanted bulk from garments. There are many styles of pleat to choose from and use during the course of your fashion sewing, and each has a particular look and use.
    The knife pleat (as demonstrated in this tutorial) can often be found on skirts, and its look and design is used to create many straight folds of fabric, all of which travel and form in one direction.
    The knife pleat, especially when pressed, gives a sharp and crisp look.
    Unlike the inverted pleat we looked at previously, knife pleats are used for basic gathering purposes.
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  • @Yardenisrael
    @Yardenisrael Рік тому +7

    The most helpful video I’ve found and it’s from nearly a decade ago 😂

  • @mamalionness
    @mamalionness 7 років тому +1

    I have suddenly got the edge to learn how to sew as all stores these days do not cater for gallant ladies any longer. Yours was the 3rd video I watched within 20 minutes and I am in love with you already. Thank you for simplifying it for me.

  • @vijayadamodharan7035
    @vijayadamodharan7035 10 років тому +1

    thank you Ms. Lea. it is very nice. beginners can easily understand how to sew the pleats. welcoming your other projects. daily i am spending a time with your blog.

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  10 років тому +1

      Thank you for your very kind comment.

  • @user-ju4qy1ke4i
    @user-ju4qy1ke4i Рік тому +1

    Thank you you make it look so easy love sewing but never did a course I am older now but still over it .I make some things by trial and error have to make uniform skirt for my grand daughter. Again thanks .

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  Рік тому +1

      It's never too late to learn, when you are ready let me know and I'll help you on that journey. Thanks for the kind comment.

  • @mandyoliver3398
    @mandyoliver3398 4 роки тому +1

    Colleen, you have helped me immensely! I couldn’t figure it out and my mind was going blank. You’ve saved me so much time! I cannot wait to see how my outfit turns out! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  4 роки тому +1

      Hello Mandy. Sew happy to be of help, I'm sure your outfit will look amazing.

  • @FashionAplenty
    @FashionAplenty 11 років тому +2

    Wow your instructions are so clear and this seemed so doable - thank you!

  • @colettecribbin1377
    @colettecribbin1377 Рік тому

    Love the hand sewing .. a calmer way to make ! Adjust! Redesign! Love it amazing ❤

  • @srivatsaa.r.9936
    @srivatsaa.r.9936 4 роки тому

    FORMING KNIFE PLEATS...
    RESPECTED MADAM INSTRUCTOR,
    JUST NOW I WATCHED YR ABOVE VIDEO AND MANY OTHERS ON THE SAME SUBJECT EARLIER.
    IN COMPARISON, I JUDGED YRS IS THE BEST BECAUSE U LEFT NOTHING FOR DOUBTS OR CONFUSION.
    WELL FOCUSSED VIDEO, CLEAR EXPLANATION TO THE POINT COVERING ALL DETAILS AND EXCELLENT DEMONSTRATION MADE THIS VIDEO A TOTAL SUCCESS.
    YOU PROVED YR METTLE AS AN INSTRUCTOR WORTHY OF FOLLOWING.
    THANKS
    Vatsa, INDIA

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  4 роки тому

      Thank you so much for your kind compliment Srivatsa, sew happy you enjoyed the tutorial and also thanks for following.

  • @denisetymensky8922
    @denisetymensky8922 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much! This tutorial has enabled me to make a 1" pleated skirt that looks wonderful! Your teaching method is wonderful!

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  3 роки тому

      You are so welcome Denise! Sew happy you enjoyed the tutorial, thanks for taking the time to comment.

  • @RaymondNok
    @RaymondNok 10 років тому +2

    i am making a Dior-like dress and jacket with the help of your videos. I am on your channel at least once an hour every day.
    Thank you so much for sharing.

  • @amberpehoviack8182
    @amberpehoviack8182 7 місяців тому +1

    Beautifully done!

  • @colleenglea
    @colleenglea  11 років тому

    My pleasure. Always happy to help.

  • @fanny3848
    @fanny3848 11 років тому

    thank you ,every time i watch your vedeo ,i learn something , again you are the best

  • @ajonesATX
    @ajonesATX 7 років тому +2

    Oh my goodness - I've been trying to press the pleats as I form them (which seems impossible). This is SO MUCH EASIER!!!

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  7 років тому +1

      Yes I would have to agree.

  • @colleenglea
    @colleenglea  11 років тому

    It's true. There are some really dazzling effects that can really create some wonderful pieces of clothing.

  • @rayomide5642
    @rayomide5642 4 роки тому +1

    Cute and simple lovely pleated. Thank you😘👍👍

  • @colleenglea
    @colleenglea  11 років тому +13

    Always do trial pieces before you start sewing. I highly recommend it.

  • @boonedog4460
    @boonedog4460 8 років тому +15

    This is by far the best tutorial on folding and sewing pleats!

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  8 років тому +1

      Than you!

    • @ChristineL2011
      @ChristineL2011 6 років тому

      Agree... I wanted to pleat a doll’s skirt (instead of gathering) and this worked perfectly. Thank you.

  • @zuumuu
    @zuumuu 9 років тому +7

    Perfect, simple and to the point! Exactly what i needed thank you so much for this video! Happy holidays! :)

  • @colleenglea
    @colleenglea  11 років тому +1

    You can sew either way. I've done it like this for years. Old habits die hard I guess :)

  • @Mariaamira1
    @Mariaamira1 11 років тому

    Great video-very clear instructions. You are my favourite web based tutor for sewing techniques. Thanks for sharing your skills and knowledge.

  • @colleenglea
    @colleenglea  11 років тому +1

    It's something I may consider later this year. Thanks for the suggestion.

  • @marcossoria3814
    @marcossoria3814 2 роки тому +1

    Your video is literally the best your awesome teacher you made it look so easy to understand and i feel confident to try it out may you have a good year ❤️

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  2 роки тому

      Thank you Marcos for the kind compliment, sew happy you enjoyed the tutorial. You can do it, and the same to you!

  • @ishtarock
    @ishtarock 8 років тому +1

    you just saved my daughters skirts...thank you very much

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  8 років тому

      No problem! Glad I could help.

  • @lauradees4625
    @lauradees4625 9 років тому

    Love this!! Thanks!! Adding to the peasant dresses!!

  • @dragonflysridge9875
    @dragonflysridge9875 8 років тому

    Thanks for the tutorial, you made it very easy to understand. By the way, you have beautiful hands!

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  8 років тому

      +Dragonflys Ridge
      Thank you!

  • @pamelashinmar5090
    @pamelashinmar5090 5 років тому

    Thank you for showing this video
    Great way to make pleats

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  5 років тому

      Thank you for commenting Pamela. I'm happy you enjoyed the tutorial.

    • @pamelashinmar5090
      @pamelashinmar5090 5 років тому

      @@colleenglea Thank you

  • @MarieS6060
    @MarieS6060 11 років тому

    Gotta try this thanks, I'm learning so much from your videos

  • @ponakaveena2496
    @ponakaveena2496 2 роки тому

    Ossum concept u taught
    I luv ur way of telling de subject abt pleats

  • @kabelomoahloli5474
    @kabelomoahloli5474 6 років тому

    I like your videos they are short and straight to the point. 👌👌👌

  • @Synbihan
    @Synbihan 5 років тому

    Wonderful tutorial! Can't wait to use this when I make my skirt!

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  5 років тому

      Thanks for commenting Rinegade, I hope it goes well.

  • @L_NKZ
    @L_NKZ 6 років тому

    Oh my God thank you thank you thank you so much for this you have totally helped me God bless you Miss

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  6 років тому

      No problem L .L Thank you for commenting.

  • @colleenglea
    @colleenglea  11 років тому

    The beauty of innovation.

  • @loulindylou
    @loulindylou 9 років тому

    Thank-you for that. Just what I needed - great instructions xx

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  9 років тому

      Thank you for taking the time to leave such a nice comment.

  • @beethaankful8550
    @beethaankful8550 8 років тому +1

    I'm so glad I found your channel!

  • @agnesardisson7140
    @agnesardisson7140 10 років тому

    Great tutorial! Thanks a million times!

  • @zenamorgan1754
    @zenamorgan1754 10 років тому

    Thank you so much for this tutorial. Your a genius!!!!!

  • @montegogyal2
    @montegogyal2 11 років тому +1

    Thanks for the tutorial. Could you please do a video on how to add lining to a maxi skirt?

  • @wanderer296
    @wanderer296 3 роки тому

    So well explained. Thanks

  • @Sehara
    @Sehara 6 років тому

    Thank you! As always very informative and to the point! I love your tutorials and looking forward to many more of them. ❤

  • @ilovegurusahib
    @ilovegurusahib 3 роки тому

    Brilliant thanks a million from my wife.

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  3 роки тому +2

      Happy to help Gurinder, thank you for taking the time to comment.

  • @keighleysadler1099
    @keighleysadler1099 9 років тому

    Just what I was looking for. Great tutorial, thanks for the help!

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  9 років тому

      No problem at all. Thanks for your comment.

  • @colleenglea
    @colleenglea  11 років тому +1

    Phew! My pleasure.

  • @grahampitt4380
    @grahampitt4380 9 років тому

    Thank you - just what I was looking for!

  • @daisymeloora6501
    @daisymeloora6501 10 років тому

    Very good tutorial. Thanks!

  • @varshayakub7819
    @varshayakub7819 8 років тому

    you make it seem so easy! i love it

  • @hlengymadonsela1292
    @hlengymadonsela1292 3 роки тому

    Very slow and engaging ❤️❤️ I just need to attempt

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  3 роки тому

      Thank you, glad you found it helpful.

  • @colleenglea
    @colleenglea  11 років тому

    My pleasure.

  • @colleenglea
    @colleenglea  11 років тому

    Thank you. Happy to help.

  • @rohanLuvsBaguetteMan
    @rohanLuvsBaguetteMan 3 роки тому

    This was really helpful!!!!

  • @TheeLaurenOLauren
    @TheeLaurenOLauren 4 роки тому

    You did an amazing in job

  • @colleenglea
    @colleenglea  11 років тому

    Yes it is possible to create a pleated ruffle. Just pleat your fabric first and then cut out the shape.

  • @colleenglea
    @colleenglea  11 років тому

    Thank you.

  • @colleenglea
    @colleenglea  11 років тому

    You're very kind, thank you.

  • @Som-Hanoolaato
    @Som-Hanoolaato 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for sharing

  • @colleenglea
    @colleenglea  11 років тому

    The skirt can be done either way. If your having many pleats, form them first and then cut out your pattern. If you're only having three or four, cut the pattern out first which will include the pleat measurements. Professionally set means they are creased permanently by a company and will remain aligned.

  • @chantellea9938
    @chantellea9938 9 років тому +11

    You make it seem so easy! do you have a tutorial on how to turn this into a skirt?

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  9 років тому +2

      The Creators creative Thank you. I don't have any tutorials as of yet re turning this into a skirt but it's something I may consider.

  • @lou-annrobinson2519
    @lou-annrobinson2519 7 років тому

    This was very helpful. Thank you

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  7 років тому

      Thank you for taking the time to comment Lou-ann Robinson.

  • @sandracharles7920
    @sandracharles7920 5 років тому

    thank you this was very helpful for me

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  5 років тому

      Thanks for commenting Sandra.

  • @princesssinazongwe7849
    @princesssinazongwe7849 24 дні тому

    Thank you

  • @TishaDMyles
    @TishaDMyles 4 роки тому

    i love your channel!

  • @ciidrooble7351
    @ciidrooble7351 4 роки тому

    Thanks, happy your videos......

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  4 роки тому

      Sew happy you found my video helpful Ciid.

  • @Funnything6789
    @Funnything6789 4 роки тому

    Great its an excellent thank you much👏😍

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  4 роки тому +1

      You're welcome Nicel😊 Sew happy you enjoyed the tutorial, and thanks for commenting.

    • @Funnything6789
      @Funnything6789 4 роки тому +1

      @@colleenglea 😍😘😍

  • @CanzoneEbella
    @CanzoneEbella 10 років тому

    Thank you, very good demo. I will use this to create the sleeve that resemble the sleeve on the Snow White wedding dress costume from the movie Mirror Mirror. It will be a 2 layers

  • @blackbuttafly7
    @blackbuttafly7 11 років тому

    love this video:-):-):-) can't wait to try on mynfaux leather skirt:-):-) thanx:-)

  • @thewriter9506
    @thewriter9506 10 років тому

    you rock and I love the accent!!!

  • @colleenglea
    @colleenglea  11 років тому

    Curtains use box pleats and inverted pleats mostly. I wouldn't rule out the knife pleat but I don't usually make home furnishings so wouldn't want to give you wrong information.

  • @colleenglea
    @colleenglea  10 років тому +1

    The length will be determined by your sewing project. The width comes down to personal choice, but I'd say the fabric measurement should be around double the original.

  • @colleenglea
    @colleenglea  11 років тому

    Your request is on the list, thanks.

  • @colleenglea
    @colleenglea  11 років тому

    They are just a variety of fabric weight that can be purchased over the internet of at good sewing stockists.

  • @ewelinagrabowska2030
    @ewelinagrabowska2030 7 років тому

    in love with your nails ♥♥♥♥

  • @jenyurikouth4984
    @jenyurikouth4984 Рік тому

    Good one. Thanks😅

  • @innocencyike5630
    @innocencyike5630 4 роки тому

    This is what I am looking for. Thank you so much and God bless you. How do you know how much fabric that will be enough for your waist measurement. Thanks.

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  4 роки тому

      One and half time your waist, depending on the fabric choices Innocency.

  • @SheryWilchinski
    @SheryWilchinski 10 років тому

    when you do it, it looks easy enough for me to do

  • @technikolly
    @technikolly 7 років тому +1

    what would you recommend as a good follow up to apply knife pleats? Skirts, which side is up and which is down! what styles would you recommend in applying these?
    beautiful explanation, simple, informative and gorgeous execution. thanks for sharing!

  • @grace-annmiller4127
    @grace-annmiller4127 10 років тому

    Great video I enjoyed it to the max...

  • @colleenglea
    @colleenglea  11 років тому

    No problem at all.

  • @martinaclothin9039
    @martinaclothin9039 6 років тому

    Nice one. God bless u. ur nails r beautiful n so r u.

  • @moumer333
    @moumer333 11 років тому

    hi colleen i love your tutorials...very easy and explained well,
    thanks..
    the knife pleats? is this also the way to sew curtains??
    can you do a tutorial about that..
    thanks a lot

  • @geethapoosala3348
    @geethapoosala3348 4 роки тому

    Nice explanation tq

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  4 роки тому

      Thank you Geetha, sew happy you enjoyed the tutorial.

  • @AFROKIDRbLX
    @AFROKIDRbLX 10 місяців тому

    thankyou!

  • @magdalenafranica8746
    @magdalenafranica8746 11 років тому

    How would you create horizontal pleats at the bottom of a skirt/dress , i.e pleats would go from left to right rather than from the top of a waistline down?
    By the way your videos are amazing, I am a novice in all this and find them very easy to follow and then replicate on my own. Thank you

  • @sandiesepulveda7351
    @sandiesepulveda7351 9 років тому

    So far this is the easiest pleat tutorial I have found. great video !! I am reupholstering a chair, it had a knife pleat on the bottom, I have those quick pleat tools, but having issues, I have marked my fabric like you did I need a 3 in pleat. when you started to pinch did you end up with a 3 in pleat since you marked and pined at ea. 3 mark.??

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  9 років тому

      Yes. Whatever width your pleat is the pinching will always be that width.

  • @colleenglea
    @colleenglea  11 років тому +1

    Always try to calculate the type of pleats you're going to use and how much extra fabric they use before purchasing fabric.

  • @nnanakinoa3212
    @nnanakinoa3212 8 років тому

    very helpful tutorial! thank you for posting it! :))

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  8 років тому

      No problem thank you for commenting!

  • @olubimpeolumakin6895
    @olubimpeolumakin6895 2 роки тому

    Thanks for your help.can you show me how to sew knife pleats on a turban.... thanks for your response

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  2 роки тому

      Yes I can help! You have to join my Patreon for that one-to-one. Here is the link - patreon.com/colleenglea.

  • @mileyondisney5588
    @mileyondisney5588 11 років тому

    Looks like you could just use an iron. For smaller weights, I use cans of potted meat. Less than 50 cents each and they're the perfect size. Great for holding patterns down on fabric.

  • @annacoribioanna
    @annacoribioanna 10 років тому +1

    Great thanks!

  • @cutflower36
    @cutflower36 8 років тому

    nice work.

  • @need2bme1
    @need2bme1 10 років тому

    Hi! I am trying to figure out what measurements I would have to go by in order to create 1 inch pleats?

  • @zoegirlshalom
    @zoegirlshalom 11 років тому

    Thanks Coleen, could you tell me how this will be attached or made into a skirt, do you put your pattern over the formed pleats and cut or do you just attach this to the bodice? I also what do you ean by being professionally set

  • @SJUV1
    @SJUV1 11 років тому

    Gracias amiga! Yeah that's what I asked! :)

  • @lyianaelianalyianaeliana8848
    @lyianaelianalyianaeliana8848 6 років тому

    Thanks for the video...very nice....

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  6 років тому +1

      No problem Lyianaeliana Lyianaeliana Thank you for commenting.

  • @adrianaalves9991
    @adrianaalves9991 6 років тому

    Muito bom mesmo é que lindo demais glória a Deus amém

  • @32steppin
    @32steppin 7 років тому +6

    lovely...... how do you measure the material according to your waist when making pleats

    • @tripletsplaytime
      @tripletsplaytime 6 років тому

      32steppin yes would love to know

    • @babygirlamy6014
      @babygirlamy6014 2 роки тому

      Hi okie so if u are doing 1inch pleats u times your waist measurement by 3 that's how much fabric u will need but also rmr to add a 2ich for seam and hem allowance

  • @thewriter9506
    @thewriter9506 10 років тому

    I am trying to create my own patterns...have any advice about the tools to use and where to get them?

  • @colleenglea
    @colleenglea  11 років тому

    Make the pleats around 2" away from the zipper area. I think that's what you're asking.

  • @eris9497
    @eris9497 10 років тому

    this is a great technique..but how to take a measurement for fabric length to make knife pleat on skirt?

  • @drsawse2371
    @drsawse2371 9 років тому

    God bless you

  • @aisyahlee2557
    @aisyahlee2557 2 роки тому +1

    what fabric is the best for this method?

    • @colleenglea
      @colleenglea  2 роки тому

      Most fabrics will can be pleated from cottons, silks, polyesters, wools etc...