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QuestionHow do you sew a tie?David Pew is a Professional Tailor based in Seattle, Washington. He owns his own tailoring business, Sew Generously, which he founded in 2013. With over 15 years of experience, David specializes in bespoke tailoring and alterations. He uses his experiences, skills, and eye for detail to produce the highest quality of products. David believes in creating garments with the finest materials that are built to last, and is a dedicated craftsman. Through Sew Generously’s website, David runs a blog, Stitching Confidential, where he writes on different topics in the tailoring, fashion, and art worlds. The business also hosts Sew Generously Galleries, quarterly art shows where they invite local artists to display their art, host workshops, and perform for the community at their shop. David received a BA in German and French from Western Washington University.There are a lot of ways to make ties. Two of the most common are the 3-fold tie and the 5-fold tie, which are both made of fabric folded around interfacing. There's also the 7-fold tie, which typically doesn't have any interfacing.
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QuestionHow do you cut the fabric for a tie?David Pew is a Professional Tailor based in Seattle, Washington. He owns his own tailoring business, Sew Generously, which he founded in 2013. With over 15 years of experience, David specializes in bespoke tailoring and alterations. He uses his experiences, skills, and eye for detail to produce the highest quality of products. David believes in creating garments with the finest materials that are built to last, and is a dedicated craftsman. Through Sew Generously’s website, David runs a blog, Stitching Confidential, where he writes on different topics in the tailoring, fashion, and art worlds. The business also hosts Sew Generously Galleries, quarterly art shows where they invite local artists to display their art, host workshops, and perform for the community at their shop. David received a BA in German and French from Western Washington University.It's important to cut the fabric on a bias, which will make it more flexible. Then, it's best to hand-stitch the tie, because machine stitches aren't very flexible, and the stitches will usually start to break before long.
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QuestionI want to make a Hogwarts-themed tie. How do I make it striped?Community AnswerUse fabric markers or dye. Your local craft store will likely have a range of colors to choose from. Be sure to follow the instructions on the product.
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QuestionHow do I make the sides equal distance from the middle? So far my tie is lopsided.Amy CoxCommunity AnswerYou can easily mark a non-permanent center line to your fabric piece by ironing lengthwise, and once the product is complete, press thoroughly to remove any previous press marks,
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QuestionHow would I make a women's necktie?WinterMelodies13Community AnswerIt would be the same way as a man's.
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QuestionCan I make this tie without a sewing machine?Community AnswerYes, you can. There is always the simple needle and thread approach. You could also maybe use hot glue, but that might not turn out well when washed. Glue would also look messier but if you are careful enough, it could be hidden.
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Questionif you don't have interfacing, what else can you use in its place?Mary Beth TocaCommunity AnswerYou can try using zigzag stitch to hem. Quilting batting can add weight. However, interfacing can be purchased at most fabric/craft stores.
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