{"id":14584,"date":"2017-03-28T16:07:10","date_gmt":"2017-03-28T10:37:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/?page_id=14584"},"modified":"2024-04-30T20:51:04","modified_gmt":"2024-04-30T15:21:04","slug":"dressmaking-tailoring-tips","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/dressmaking-tailoring-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Sewing Clothes: The 15 Dressmaking Tips You Must Practice Every Time"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/DRESSMAKING-tips.jpg\" alt=\"dressmaking tips\" class=\"wp-image-14602\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/DRESSMAKING-tips.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/DRESSMAKING-tips-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/DRESSMAKING-tips-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">When you start a sewing project, you have the best of intentions and expectations. It is mighty disappointing for it to turn out to be a dud that you have to discard. After all the hard work, you realize that you are not going to wear or use it anymore.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">This kind of disappointment, if repeated, will often kill all your sewing enthusiasm and creativity in the bud. We do not want that &#8211; check out these sewing practices &#8211; if followed strictly, they can make your sewing top-notch. The most important things are <strong>strong, even seams, quality fabric, and appropriate seam finishes. <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Final-Checklist-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11114222\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/dressmaking-tailoring-tips\/#1_Select_the_best_fabric_for_the_garment\" >1. Select the best fabric for the garment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/dressmaking-tailoring-tips\/#2_Plan_the_sequence_of_stitching_in_advance\" >2. Plan \u00a0the sequence of stitching in advance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/dressmaking-tailoring-tips\/#3_PrePARE_AND_CUT_FABRIC_PROPERLY\" >3. PrePARE AND CUT FABRIC PROPERLY<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/dressmaking-tailoring-tips\/#Cut_fabric_on_grain\" >Cut fabric on grain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/dressmaking-tailoring-tips\/#4_Get_a_good-enough_sewing_machine\" >4.\u00a0Get a \u00a0good-enough sewing machine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/dressmaking-tailoring-tips\/#5_Press_as_you_sew\" >5. Press as you sew<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/dressmaking-tailoring-tips\/#6_Always_interface_where_necessary\" >6.&nbsp; Always interface where necessary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/dressmaking-tailoring-tips\/#7_Finish_raw_edges\" >7. Finish raw edges\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/dressmaking-tailoring-tips\/#8_Learn_to_make_clothes_from_sewing_patterns\" >8. Learn to make clothes from sewing patterns&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/dressmaking-tailoring-tips\/#9_Get_some_nice_sewing_supplies_and_tools\" >9. Get some nice sewing supplies and tools<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/dressmaking-tailoring-tips\/#10_Mark_darts_notches_and_centers_accuratelyy\" >10. Mark darts, notches, and centers accuratelyy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/dressmaking-tailoring-tips\/#11_Always_clip_and_trim_seam_allowances_wherever_necessary\" >11. Always clip and trim seam allowances wherever necessary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/dressmaking-tailoring-tips\/#12_Buy_the_best_quality_sewing_notions_and_trims\" >12. Buy the best quality sewing notions and trims<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/dressmaking-tailoring-tips\/#13_Follow_couture_sewing_techniques\" >13. Follow couture sewing techniques<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/dressmaking-tailoring-tips\/#15_Check_for_loose_thread_trails_and_trim_away\" >15. Check for loose thread trails and trim away<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/dressmaking-tailoring-tips\/#FINALLY_Follow_the_Fitting_standards_in_clothing\" >FINALLY, Follow the Fitting standards in clothing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Select_the_best_fabric_for_the_garment\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">1. Select the best fabric for the garment<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"705\" height=\"591\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/fabrics.png\" alt=\"satin for \" class=\"wp-image-11113461\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Fabric is expensive; Sometimes, the final product may end up way more expensive than what you would have found in the stores. Do not buy more than what you need. Buy as per your sewing pattern or follow the general guidelines to see<a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/how-much-fabric-do-you-need\/\"> how much fabric you need for your sewing project.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">The right fabric can make your project enjoyable and successful, while the wrong one can lead to frustration. If you start sewing with a slippery fabric, do it at your own peril.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Different fabric types call for different types of sewing techniques &#8211; checkout relevant articles &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/transparent-sheer-fabrics\/\">sewing with sheers and transparent fabrics<\/a>, &nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/how-to-sew-with-satin-fabric\/\">sewing satin<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/how-to-sew-leather\/\">sewing tips for leather material<\/a>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/sewing-with-vinyl-pleather-plastic\/\">sewing with vinyl, <\/a>pleather, <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/what-is-poplin\/\">poplin material,<\/a>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/how-to-sew-with-polyester\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"11096917\">Sewing with polyester<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/how-to-sew-denim\/\">sewing with denim<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Related posts : <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/how-to-choose-buy-fabric\/\">Properties to look out in quality fabric<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/what-is-fabric\/\">Which fabric to buy <\/a>;<a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/thin-lightweight-fabrics\/\">Thin lightweight fabrics<\/a> ; <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/best-heavy-weight-fabrics\/\">Thick fabrics<\/a> ; 14 <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/best-absorbent-fabrics\/\">Best absorbent fabrics<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/sun-uv-protective-clothing-fabric\/\">UV protecting fabrics<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/waterproof-water-resistant-fabric\/\">What materials are waterproof<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/what-to-wear-in-winter\/\">Cold climate fabrics<\/a> ; <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/best-fabric-for-hot-weather\/\">Warm weather fabrics<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/best-fabrics-for-shirts\/\">Fabrics for making shirts<\/a> ;<a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/see-through-sheer-transparent-fabric-names\/\"> Transparent see through fabrics<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/stiff-fabrics-add-volume-to-dress\/\">Stiff fabrics<\/a> ; <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/interlining-fabrics\/\">Interlining fabrics<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Plan_the_sequence_of_stitching_in_advance\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">2. Plan \u00a0the sequence of stitching in advance<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">I usually write down the sequence I will follow in making a garment &#8211; especially if it is the first time that I am making it. I need it for my disorganized mind. You can stitch the sections as per the sequence detailed below or as per your pattern instructions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">1. Panels, princess lines<\/span><br><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\"> 2. <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/lace-yoke-blouse-sewing-pattern\/\">Yokes<\/a><\/span><br><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\"> 3 <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/sewing-darts\/\">Darts<\/a>, tucks and <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/types-of-pleats\/\">Different pleat types<\/a><\/span><br><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\"> 4. <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/different-types-of-pockets\/\">Pockets<\/a><\/span><br><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\"> 5. <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/zipper-anatomy-and-types\/\">Zippers<\/a><\/span><br><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\"> 6. <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/how-to-sew-facings\/\">Facings<\/a><\/span><br><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\"> 7. Shoulder seams<\/span><br><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\"> 8. <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/different-types-of-collars\/\">Collars<\/a><\/span><br><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\"> 9. <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/sleeve-types\/\">Sleeves<\/a><\/span><br><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\"> 10. <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/waistlines-for-dresses\/\">Waist seams of dresses<\/a> \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/sewing-waist-bands\/\">waistbands<\/a><\/span><br><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\"> 11. <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/hand-hemming-stitches\/\">Hems<\/a><\/span><br><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\"> 12. <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/buttonhole-sewing-machine\/\">Buttonholes<\/a><\/span><br><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\"> 13. <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/sew-button-by-hand-and-machine\/\">Buttons<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-accent-background-color has-background\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_PrePARE_AND_CUT_FABRIC_PROPERLY\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 24pt;\">3. PrePARE AND CUT FABRIC PROPERLY<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-base-background-color has-background\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 24pt;\">Pre-wash any fabric that can shrink before sewing<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Most of the fabric can shrink in wash. This will make your finished sewn project unfit to wear after the first few washes if you have not prewashed the fabric.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Prewashing the fabric is nothing but hand washing it and drying it properly. Remember to iron all the wrinkles out before using it. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">And if you are using interfacing, ensure that it doesnot shrink. If it does, you will have to prewash that too.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-background-color has-background\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cut_fabric_on_grain\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 24pt;\"><strong>Cut fabric on grain<\/strong> <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">If you cut fabric offgrain, and if you do everything else right, nothing will be right about the finished garment. Yes, it is that important. And, use Sharp good-quality scissors to cut fabric.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Cutting is one of those chores that I bear for the joy of sewing. Imagine if I have to do it with blunt, useless scissors. I usually pull my hair out when I have to cut fabric with blunt scissors.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Checkout these <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/sewing-cutting-tools\/\">different types of cutting tools you can buy <\/a>and the <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/scissor-sharpening\/\">best way to maintain the sharpness of your scissors.&nbsp;<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Find the right side of your fabric. For your knits, stretch it by the crosswise grain &#8211; it will curl to the right side. For wovens, usually, the right side will look brighter with a good sheen. If you still cannot, look for the selvage holes &#8211; you will find open holes on the wrong side. There may also be thread knots \/slubs on the wrong side.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Ensure that the fabric is cut on the lengthwise grain for dresses, pants, skirts, etc., for proper drape and good fall. Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/cut-fabric-sewing\/\">cutting the fabric properly here<\/a> and&nbsp; about <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/grainline-of-a-fabric\/\">grainline<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/cutting-sewing-fabric-on-the-bias\/\">how to cut fabric on the bias<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/bias-cut1.jpg\" alt=\"grainline of the fabric\" class=\"wp-image-11037\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/bias-cut1.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/bias-cut1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/bias-cut1-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Get_a_good-enough_sewing_machine\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 24pt;\">4.\u00a0Get a \u00a0good-enough sewing machine<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Your Sewing machine does not have to be a fancy piece for you to take up sewing. An ordinary straight stitch or zig zag sewing machine will suffice. Checkout this post on <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/first-sewing-machine\/\">what to look for when buying a beginner&#8217;s sewing machine.<\/a> But it has to be sturdy enough to withstand long hours of stitching that you will definitely do on it. Definitely not one of those mini-machines.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">If you are thinking of continuous sewing, you may want to buy an industrial machine &#8211; with just a little bit extra money, you can buy a machine that will do all the heavy work for you. Checkout this post on <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/industrial-sewing-machine\/\">buying an industrial sewing machine<\/a>, to decide whether you need one or not.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Also, learn the&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/parts-of-a-sewing-machine\/\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">inside-outside of your sewing machine and its parts <\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">which is necessary if you use it frequently. <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/tools-to-sew-straight\/\">Learn to sew a straight line<\/a> with your sewing machine by practicing it, and also get familiarised with your <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/sewing-machine-stitches\/\">machine&#8217;s sewing stitches.<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Your sewing machine can make your sewing life a struggle if you do not give it the care it deserves.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Checkout this post on <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/troubleshoot-sewing-machine-problems\/\">How to fix sewing machine not stitching <\/a>if you have not been maintaining the sewing machine properly. This post will give you some tips on how to go about <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/sewing-machine-maintainence\/\">doing the maintainence of your sewing machine<\/a> and also for <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/sewing-machine-repair\/\">repairing your sewing machine<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Press_as_you_sew\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">5. Press as you sew<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"502\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/fingerpressing.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113459\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">It is very easy to skip the pressing when sewing clothes. But, Pressing is important when sewing, the whole look of your final product may depend on this.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">There is only so much you can do with finger pressing. Iron can give that professional &#8216;not-homemade&#8217; look to your homemade clothes. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Always sew the seams open. You can bulk finish seams and then bulk press.. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Checkout this post on <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/how-to-press-for-sewing\/\">how to press correctly<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">The polished look pressing gives to be experienced. I cannot emphasize the need for pressing enough. Ensure that the heat settings for the appropriate fabrics are set correctly in your iron box.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Always_interface_where_necessary\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">6.&nbsp; Always interface where necessary<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Without<a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/interfacing-sewing\/\"> Interfacing <\/a> fabric would just flop around &#8211; I cannot imagine a collar or cuff without interfacing. You almost always interface, neckline facings, collars, fastener backs and all other stresspoints.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">You can use fusible interfacing on just about any fabric. Just place the glue side of this interfacing on the wrong side of your fabric and then use a hot iron to press it in place. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"705\" height=\"591\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/interfacing.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113467\" style=\"width:539px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">I usually interface a big piece and then cut the necessary pattern piece from the fused fabric. Or cut different pieces from the main fabric, interface them, and then fuse them together. Always use interfacing on facings and seams with stresses like buttonholes, zippers, and behind pockets.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Do not buy as small pieces (anyways the shop I shop at never sell less than 1 meter). You will find many uses for it in your sewing journey.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Finish_raw_edges\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">7. Finish raw edges\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">This may seem unncecessary when you have already worked long hrs on sewing the whole garment &#8211; But there are many advantages &#8211; the first one is the professional look it gives to the whole garment; others are that the fabric would not fray in the wash, and the raw edges would not eventually distort the garment<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Learn_to_make_clothes_from_sewing_patterns\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">8. Learn to make clothes from sewing patterns&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"940\" height=\"788\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cutting-notches.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113462\" style=\"width:615px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cutting-notches.jpg 940w, https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/cutting-notches-768x644.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Sewing patterns can be self-drafted or store-bought. The advantage of buying sewng patterns is that some one, a professional has already decided on the best way to sew your clothing- and you just have to follow it. In sewing, structure is everything.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/stitching-patterns\/\">Making your own simple clothing patterns is easy with the instructions here<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/sewing-patterns-sites\/\">buy sewing patterns online at these stores.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Learn to sew &nbsp;&#8211; Checkout this post with to <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/learn-to-sew-beginners\/\">reference posts to learn sewing easily<\/a>. These tutorials will teach you the basics of stitching and then you will learn as you sew more.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Get_some_nice_sewing_supplies_and_tools\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">9. Get some nice sewing supplies and tools<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">You most likely already have the essential sewing tools like a sewing machine, <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/sewing-tape-measure\/\">tape measure<\/a>, scissors, pins, chalk, and pattern paper. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/essential-sewing-tools\/\">other sewing equipments<\/a> you may need to further your sewing expertise and make your job easier.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"705\" height=\"591\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/scissors.jpg\" alt=\"storing sharp scissors\" class=\"wp-image-11113463\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Mark_darts_notches_and_centers_accuratelyy\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 24pt;\">10. Mark darts, notches, and centers accuratelyy<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Markings are very important in any sewing project. They tell you where to sew, where to match, and how the garment is meant to sit on the body. If markings are inaccurate or skipped, even perfect stitching will not fix the result. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Always_clip_and_trim_seam_allowances_wherever_necessary\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 24pt;\">11. Always clip and trim seam allowances wherever necessary<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">For seams to work nicely, this is a necessity, especially if you have curved seams. Your pattern pieces have curves, and you stitch straight lines. To conform to the curves the seam allowances should be trimmed to the minimum and clipped at intervals.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Learn <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/narrow-hem-finish-for-curved-edges\/\">how to sew and finish curved seams and hems properly here.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"687\" height=\"326\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/curved-hem-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-51175\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Buy_the_best_quality_sewing_notions_and_trims\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 24pt;\">12. Buy the best quality sewing notions and trims<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Sewing notions and trims you use on your clothes shout the quality of the final product. Even a well tailored clothing in a good fabric can be ruined with a cheap looking zipper or button. So do not compromise on this.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\"> Checkout these posts to know what you should call them : <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/tapes-used-in-sewing\/\">Sewing Tapes<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/types-of-cords\/\">Cords used in sewing<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/fabric-trims\/\">Fabric trims used in sewing<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/different-types-of-buttons\/\">Understanding Sewing Button Varieties<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/sew-fasteners\/\">Different types of fasteners<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Follow_couture_sewing_techniques\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>13. Follow couture sewing techniques<\/strong> <\/span><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Finishing the fabric edges, using delicate invisible stitches are all techniques designers use to finish their exquisite creations. Learn and follow them.Check out this post on 5 <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/invisible-stitches\/\">stitches that are invisible<\/a> used in hand sewing hems and seams.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/invisible-stitches\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/INVISIBLE-STITCHES-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37359\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">You may think that it is simple enough to leave the inside fabric edges as is. But after a few tumbling in the washing machine the fabric edges will definitely fray and create a mess inside your garment. It looks professional and polished if you have finished fabric edges inside your garment too.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Checkout the 15&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/all-about-seam-finishes\/\">different ways to finish the fabric edges&nbsp;<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Topstitching, <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/edge-stitch\/\">edge stitching<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/best-lining-fabrics-for-clothes\/\">using appropriate linings<\/a> inside for great drape and shape, using <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/how-to-sew-by-hand\/\">hand sewing for many parts of the garment construction<\/a>, are all couture secrets that you can use. Lining and facings are infact needed for a clean finish inside the garment.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">14. Hang garments before hemming<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Most fabric stretch. To ensure that the stretch is done away with before hemming hang the dress for atleast 12 hours before you hem it. You will eliminate the stretch&nbsp;of newly sewn clothes this way. Easy. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Checkout the <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/how-to-hem\/\">different ways to hem with a sewing machine<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/hand-hemming-stitches\/\">different hand hemming stitches.&nbsp;<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Check_for_loose_thread_trails_and_trim_away\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 24pt;\">15. Check for loose thread trails and trim away<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Nothing is more unsightly than loose threads on a garment you are wearing. When you backstitch at the start of a seam and when ending it, you will be leaving a lot of thread tails &#8211; just clip all of them at the end of your session painstakingly. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Have you ever seen thread tails on shop-bought clothes?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FINALLY_Follow_the_Fitting_standards_in_clothing\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 24pt;\">FINALLY, Follow the Fitting standards in clothing<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"502\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/measurebody.png\" alt=\"measuring tip for sewing\" class=\"wp-image-11113460\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">There are some standards of clothing that you should ensure that your finished sewn product should adhere to. Ensure that they are followed so that you make something that you are proud of.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">You should ensure that the garment you have sewn meets the following criteria<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Buttons fasten easily, neatly and securely.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">There are no loose seam stitching or hanging threads&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Buttons and buttonholes are all placed at an equal distance from the edge<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Stitches are all even and smooth<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Collars are neatly finished, equal on both sides, undercollar doesnot roll to the front collar. The corners are neatly turned out.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Darts are lying smooth without any projections. Darts on either side of the bodice are placed equally and look the same.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Facing at the neckline is neatly turned inside the garment without any bulges. The fabric edges are finished<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Prints and patterns of the cloth you have chosen look neatly joined.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Hem stitching is looking smooth without any projections or bulges and at an even distance from the hem edge<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">The pant hem is ending 2 cms from the ground when you are wearing shoes. Long sleeve hems are touching the top of your hands.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><span style=\"font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;\">Dressmaking is rewarding. But shoddy work is not encouraging. 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