Hi there!

I'm hoping people have some tips/tricks to share for sewing with handwovens.  I make stuffed creatures, and in the past I have just used standard cotton fabrics.  I've been starting to experiment with weaving my own fabrics to make them out of (which I think would be incredible), but the problem is that the handwovens are much looser in weave and I haven't successfully found a way to help them hold up under the stress of sewing, turning, and stuffing.  I have read a few articles but have yet to find anything that has really helps.  Does anyone have any ideas for me?

Thanks!

Comments

Tue, 02/20/2018 - 01:27

sandra.eberhar…

The easiest thing to do would be to fuse a light weight interfacing to your fabric.

Tue, 02/20/2018 - 18:43

sally orgren

Fusiknit was one product, and she recommends another that can be bought through her website, HTC. I believe both are fusible. You might not want a lining that adds bulk or stiffness when sewing those tight curves on small objects.

Wed, 02/21/2018 - 02:02

sandra.eberhar…

The Pellon product you linked to would be perfect, and is probably available at a sewing store instead of buyingit online, unseen.  You want something very light.

Thu, 02/22/2018 - 12:49

woolybat

Yes, light would be good.  The curves are hard to keep from gathering even with regular fabrics, so a lot of added bulk would be difficult.  These give me some great options to try!  Thanks!

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