Freehand Cutting and Sewing of Peplum Tops
Adapting the Seams for Different Finishes
A course by Chinelo Bally , Fashion Designer, Dressmaker, and Author
About the video: Adapting the Seams for Different Finishes
Overview
“Now that you have a finished garment that's ready to wear, in this lesson, I will show you how you can experiment with seams if you want to achieve different finishes.”
In this video lesson Chinelo Bally addresses the topic: Adapting the Seams for Different Finishes, which is part of the Domestika online course: Freehand Cutting and Sewing of Peplum Tops. Learn to make long-lasting garments that are inclusive of all body types using the freehand cutting method.
Partial transcription of the video
“Adapting the Seams for Different Finishes In this lesson, I'll show you how to treat your seams for an even better finish. During the project, I showed you how to zigzag your seams to have something like this. This one was specifically done with an overlock, but it's the same effects that you're going to have if you zigzagged your stitch. I wanted to show you an alternative method to knitting in your seams. This works well for seams that will be seen on the outside and this could even work well for a hem. However, the trick with this one is that it only works on polyester fabrics. You want ...”
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Course summary for: Freehand Cutting and Sewing of Peplum Tops
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Fashion Design, Pattern Design, Patternmaking & Dressmaking, Sewing
Chinelo Bally
A course by Chinelo Bally
Chinelo Bally is a fashion designer, author, television personality, and an avid lover of all things creative. She specializes in a unique method of garment production called Freehand Cutting. Over the past 10 years, she has shared her skills with students and audiences all over the world. She runs workshops all over the UK, regularly participates in craft exhibitions, and takes part in many craft-based TV series.
Her first television appearance was as a contestant on BBC2's "The Great British Sewing Bee”, where she came in second. Following the success of the show, she has written two bestselling books, Freehand Fashion and Sew Chinelo. She is also the CEO and creative director of the Chinelo Bally studios in Lagos, Nigeria, where they specialize in bridal and occasion-wear for women worldwide and have even dressed celebrities for high-end events.
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