I learned back in Home Economics class in the 1970's that you wash fabrics if you're making garments and clothing because those are more likely to be washed by the user and you want to make sure you're fabrics are pre-shrunk. You don't need to wash fabrics if you're making accessories or crafts.
When my dad worked as a tailor he only washed certain fabrics because it would shrink. So the wash will allow them to make clothes that wouldn't shrink later 😅😅
The wadding you are using is what is used for patchwork and is used for warmth. You would be better using an iron on interfacing which you can still quilt. They will give your bags a stiver effect.
I don’t know if it’s available in your country but i’m using pilot friction pen/marker when marking my fabrics and it’s better than the iron off fabric pens.
As you were trying to figure out the zipper feet, the wadding, the needles, I’m screaming in my head “just google it!!!” 😂. For sure you need heavier duty needles when sewing through that many layers, and what thickness thread are you using? Those 2 things play a role in needle breaking (google it!! 😂) As a boxy pouch maker as well, and trying several different techniques, I’ve discovered using the binding on the inside seams provides better structure and a nicer boxy look. So yeah, it’s a trade off between more time vs better look. I’m a Pattern follower, not a figure-it-out-myself sewer, at least first go around. I will make adjustments after, but initially I want the benefits of someone else’s trial and error. Also, patterns often have helpful suggestions like what batting to use, needles, stitch length, etc. I also watch a ton of tutorials, but i like an actual pattern because it often provides even more helpful instructions, which could save some time and headaches. 🤪 I respect your process as well, good on you, your tenacity and creativity got you exactly what you wanted in the end, impressive!! Wtg Taylah, it’s fun following along as you expand your business 🥳❤️
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those bags are gorgeous!! it's really interesting to see the decisions you made in creating them too 🥰
I learned back in Home Economics class in the 1970's that you wash fabrics if you're making garments and clothing because those are more likely to be washed by the user and you want to make sure you're fabrics are pre-shrunk. You don't need to wash fabrics if you're making accessories or crafts.
When my dad worked as a tailor he only washed certain fabrics because it would shrink. So the wash will allow them to make clothes that wouldn't shrink later 😅😅
You can sew on a zip without a zipper foot by just moving your needle closer to the side of the zip you are sewing with your normal foot
The wadding you are using is what is used for patchwork and is used for warmth. You would be better using an iron on interfacing which you can still quilt. They will give your bags a stiver effect.
I don’t know if it’s available in your country but i’m using pilot friction pen/marker when marking my fabrics and it’s better than the iron off fabric pens.
For quilting you use 80/14. That's what I use for mine.
As you were trying to figure out the zipper feet, I was screaming in my head “google it!!!” 😂.
You need an 18 jeans needle. The higher the number, the sturdier the needle.
Your instruction book or utube will show you how to change feet. 😊
As you were trying to figure out the zipper feet, the wadding, the needles, I’m screaming in my head “just google it!!!” 😂.
For sure you need heavier duty needles when sewing through that many layers, and what thickness thread are you using? Those 2 things play a role in needle breaking (google it!! 😂)
As a boxy pouch maker as well, and trying several different techniques, I’ve discovered using the binding on the inside seams provides better structure and a nicer boxy look. So yeah, it’s a trade off between more time vs better look.
I’m a Pattern follower, not a figure-it-out-myself sewer, at least first go around. I will make adjustments after, but initially I want the benefits of someone else’s trial and error. Also, patterns often have helpful suggestions like what batting to use, needles, stitch length, etc. I also watch a ton of tutorials, but i like an actual pattern because it often provides even more helpful instructions, which could save some time and headaches. 🤪
I respect your process as well, good on you, your tenacity and creativity got you exactly what you wanted in the end, impressive!! Wtg Taylah, it’s fun following along as you expand your business 🥳❤️
I think you need to find something to do with the "scraps". That is a lot of material wasted. 😊
I would send those zips back.
with so many layers you probably need a 90 needle
Don't wash your fabrics