There is now a huge assortment of women’s clothing in stores, but if you don’t like anything or the price of an item is too expensive, then you can take advantage of this master class and sew yourself beautiful silk pajamas. Having spent very little effort and money on materials, you will delight yourself with a new thing that is comfortable not only to sleep in, but also pleasant to walk around the house, feeling irresistible.
How to sew silk pajamas with your own hands
Sewing silk pajamas is not at all difficult if you have at least some sewing skills. Such clothing should be comfortable and loose, so taking measurements is not difficult. Matter itself is capricious and tends to “slip” and move, so for beginners It is better for craftswomen to start with a simple pattern.
What you need for work
Not many tools and materials are needed for the job. You need to buy silk fabric of your choice, about 1 meter long, an elastic band for shorts about 50 cm and a width of 55–60 cm, the length will depend on your waist size.You can also purchase a lace ribbon for decoration for lining the top of a T-shirt or the bottom of shorts. Otherwise, you will need standard tools: scissors, pins, needles, chalk, sewing machine and the pattern itself.
Important!
You need to buy more than 1 meter of fabric; perhaps the rest of the fabric will be useful for some detail.
Selecting a model
The choice of model depends on your body type and preferences. In addition, it is better to make silk pajamas a little more spacious so that they do not restrict movement and are comfortable for sleeping. Main models:
Pajamas with short shorts. It is suitable not only for sleeping, but also for a cozy home pastime. The model is ideal in the summer because it will keep you cool to sleep in; silk is one of the fabrics that cools quickly.
Pajamas with long pants. Now this model has become fashionable for social occasions. But for the home it is suitable for girls with large figures, as it will hide the excess. Although these pajamas in interesting colors can be used for themed hen parties and photo shoots, they look very stylish.
Pajamas with a tank top or T-shirt. Here the difference in the models is small; girls who want a more seductive night ensemble of clothing should choose a T-shirt; lace can be sewn to the top of the T-shirt, which will give it more charm and allure. Pajamas with a T-shirt are a casual style, and long pants will suit this top.
Sewing silk pajamas: a step-by-step guide
Below is a step-by-step and detailed master class on cutting and sewing pajamas and silk.
Taking measurements
Before you start sewing the product, you need to take measurements. Using a centimeter, you can measure your volume yourself or ask someone to help. To sew the product you will need the following parameters - chest, waist and hips.Everything is very simple.
Important!
Seam allowances can be made much larger, since home clothes look better when they are loose and do not restrict movement.
Making a pattern for silk pajamas with shorts
The next step will be the pattern. It's very simple for silk pajamas and only has six pieces. This is the front half of the shorts, consisting of 2 parts, the back half also consists of 2 parts. The top pattern includes two parts - these are fabrics with a fold on the front and back sides. When drawing a diagram on a sheet of paper, you need to remember about seam allowances. It is advisable to leave 1–2 cm on the sides, and it is better to leave about 3 cm at the bottom of the product; at the top of the shorts, let there be an allowance of 5 cm, so it will be easier to tuck the fabric and raise the elastic thicker.
Cutting the fabric
After all the manipulations with taking measurements and drawing the pattern, you need to start cutting the canvas. PBefore sewing, the silk must be thoroughly steamed, but very carefully so as not to spoil the fabric. Cut out the pattern and attach it to the fabric, carefully pin it with pins or needles to the fabric so that it does not move, and trace the diagram in chalk, cut out the part field very carefully.
Creating individual parts
Set aside the details of the bottom and top of the silk pajamas separately, and prepare the elastic for the shorts. You can start sewing any part: either shorts or a top, everything will take about an hour. Silk fabric folded in several layers can be used as straps, or you can buy ready-made straps that are adjustable in height; they will be much more convenient.
We carry out the assembly
First you need to sew shorts:
- Sew the two halves of the shorts along the side seams.
- After sewing along the inside seam, two half legs should emerge.
- Next, insert them into each other and stitch along the central seam.
- Turn the product inside out, fold it over and finish the bottom.
- Fold the top of the shorts in the place where the elastic will be and sew, leaving holes for its entry.
- Insert rubber band.
Let's move on to sewing the top:
- First you need to sew the darts on the front fabric.
- The front and back of the fabric are sewn along the side cuts.
- Sew the finished ribbons to the top of the top. If the straps are homemade, then you need to cut out two strips of material about 1.5 cm wide, and measure the length according to your measurements and sew them.
- Sew on the facing for the top; its pattern completely follows the top front and back of the main pattern, but it will be approximately 4–5 cm wide.
- Finish and fold the bottom of the T-shirt, sew on lace if desired.
Pajamas are ready! Next, you need to wash the product, and you can safely put it on.
Final stage
Silk pajamas can be decorated at your discretion: sew lace to the bottom of the shorts or to the top of the top along the neckline, or decorate with sequins or rhinestones. After all the manipulations with decoration, you need to check whether the product is sewn well, whether there are any protruding threads and how even the seam is.
Tips for needlewomen on how to easily sew silk pajamas
Here are a few tricks for sewing silk pajamas:
- Silk is a capricious and slippery fabric; before sewing, you need to steam it thoroughly.
- Do not choose flashy colors, as plain and calm prints are better for home pajamas.
- For decoration, you should choose expensive and high-quality lace, otherwise the product will quickly lose its attractive appearance.
- The pattern can be used not only for pajamas, but also for regular shorts and trousers or a top. They are no different.
Cozy pajamas made of flowing silk are ready, it will be pleasant to sleep in them and can be easily used as home clothes.
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