I’m not sure what you call the small lengths of thread that hold lining to the garment but I would like to know how to make them. (and what do you call them?)
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It is called a chain tack or French tack. Here is a method for doing them. http://www.digitalchangeling.com/sewing/howTo/hems.html You will need to go almost to the end of the site as it is about the last thing shown and they are discussing hemming a coat. It is an old Coats and Clark sewing booklet.
There are a couple ways to do it. A thread is attached to the lining, then a length of finger crochet is done and attached to the garment. Or attach a length between both pieces and work a buttonhole stitch over the threads.
Thanks for the reply. An awesome link and just exactly what I needed. This forum is wonderful!
It really is a helpful link. Sometimes some of the older booklets are just what is needed. It's good that someone can post them for us to find.
cafms - great URL for hemming & making a tack. thank you for passing it along.
Sure hope lurkers and our novice members open this Thread to find it.
nepa
I did not think I would need that information, but, being the NoseyNewser that I am, I went to the website anyway. It was certainly worth my while. A lot of very good information. I've bookmarked it, and cafms, thank you so much for posting it.
I agree it is good for new sewers. I haven't tried but wonder if it would print off. It would be good to add to the reference shelf.
The whole post will print - on 32 pages!
The original booklet can be printed from the heavy-outlined pages at the very bottom of the post -
I used 0.0 margins and 60% sizing, printing only page 2 - the type is still small, but readable. (Print Preview is your friend!)Thanks, cafms, for finding this great resource!Kharmin
Thanks. That is good to know. I started to try it this morning but decided to finish sewing my pants. I think I'll just keep it on the computer to refer to for now.
Thank you Cafms for posting such a great link! Even us more experienced sewers find these sites a great resource! This is one old booklet I am definitely going on a hunt for! Cathy
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