Lining is present on almost every product that is included in a woman's wardrobe. It provides additional protection against possible damage and prevents slipping on the body. Many types of skirts are equipped with additional material that hides the seams and eliminates the possibility that the skirt will rise when walking. Every fashionista faces a situation where the lining is worn out and requires replacement. In such cases, it is not necessary to throw away your favorite product. You can solve the problem yourself using simple cutting and sewing skills. We will tell you how to sew a lining to a skirt.
Preparing for work
First of all, you need to choose the right fabric for the lining.
Choosing the right material
Half of successful work depends on correctly selected material. There are several strict criteria by which you must select fabric for lining.
- Synthetic materials are used for classic clothing, since they do not hinder movements.If you need a lining specifically for a classic product, you should choose synthetics.
- Pay attention to cotton textures. Cotton is breathable and quickly absorbs moisture. Walking in a skirt with a cotton lining will be much more comfortable.
- For a light-colored wardrobe item, you should choose pastel-colored material. A beige or peach tone is suitable for this.
When suitable material has been purchased, you can begin the technological process.
Reference: for sewing, it is recommended to buy 2 times more fabric than is spent on the skirt.
Preparing the pattern
The finished product will act as a pattern. To carry out the work comfortably, you should prepare everything you need in advance.
Tools:
- skirt;
- fabric for sewing;
- cardboard;
- pencil;
- scissors;
- threads;
- needle.
Place the cardboard on a hard, flat surface and place the skirt on top, turned inside out. Using a pencil, trace the outline. On the sides and on the belt you should retreat about a centimeter, which is spent on the seams.
The hem is made a centimeter shorter. This is necessary so that excess fabric does not stick out. After preparation on cardboard, all markings are transferred to the material. Cut out using scissors. To complete the edges, we sew them with an overlay seam. The pattern is ready.
Advice: when sewing it yourself, you can use an old skirt pattern of a suitable style for the lining.
Sew on the lining
When the pattern for the lining is ready, you can start sewing.
Now you will need the following tools and materials:
- lining;
- skirt;
- matching threads;
- needle;
- safety pins;
- scissors;
- sewing machine.
First of all, it is recommended to skip a zigzag seam along the edges of the material.A.This will help prevent its possible shedding and fringe. The seam is laid on all four sides.
Then we attach the processed piece of fabric to the product using safety pins. Both halves of the lining must completely cover the surface of the product, including the side seams. Using scissors, we cut off excess material at the location of the cuts and zippers.
The sewing process is carried out manually. When working, use an overlay stitch. As you stitch, gradually remove unnecessary pins. The cutouts and fastening locations are processed in the same way.
With a few simple steps, the lining is sewn on. The product is ready for further use.
Useful tips
- To avoid seams on the front of the product, make stitches slightly smaller than on the back half.
- When processing a product made from translucent fabric, you should choose cotton fabrics. Cotton will not only provide good protection, but will also make the skirt opaque.
- At the initial stage, pay attention to the seams of the skirt itself. If they are easy to tear apart, the lining can be sewn inside.
- In order to lay an even zigzag stitch, the hem area can be ironed, respecting the characteristics of the fabric.
Skirts of different styles and styles are a must-have in every girl’s wardrobe. They help create a stylish feminine, classic or evening ensemble. Each skirt must be equipped with an additional lining. With prolonged use, the material wears out and damage appears. Using a few tips, you can sew a new lining to your skirt yourself.
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