Sew Lingerie Clasps Or Strap Holders To Keep Undergarment Under Garments

Hi Sewing Friends:

I just returned from Parent's Weekend at my granddaughter's college. It was great to have a family get together.

We had a wonderful time enjoying all of the activities and events. We attended church services at the college chapel.

Since I had difficulty hearing what was being said, my eyes tended to wander about checking out the fashions. Folks were there from all over the world. Everyone dressed very casual. That seems to be the norm these days. It's casual to the point of looking like they just rolled out of bed and came in what they slept in. I know it's a different generation, but really!

I can't believe how visible undergarments are. It really isn't very attractive. The thongs and boxer shorts show above the low cut jeans. Bras show everywhere and don't leave much to the imagination.

That inspired me to write the following article. Hope you can use it!

To Your Sewing Success,

Marian

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Sew Lingerie Clasps Or Strap Holders To Keep Undergarments Under Garments

- by Marian Lewis

©2006 Marian Lewis - All Rights Reserved

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For those of you who prefer to keep your "undergarments" under your garments, here is a little tip on how to make "lingerie clasps" or "strap holders" to keep your straps in the proper place.

Make these discreet clasps from lining fabric or even rayon hem tape or ribbon.

They really help keep lingerie straps from showing and also act as an anchor to keep the neckline from falling away from the body and exposing everything from neck to waist every time you lean over.

These clasps can be attached to the inside at the shoulders and at the widest point of some necklines to control the dress and straps.

Here is how to make lingerie clasps.

From lining fabric:

1. For each clasp, cut a straight strip of fabric 1-3/4" long and 3/4" wide.
2. Fold the strip in half lengthwise, right sides together.
3. Stitch 1/4" from the fold.
4. Turn strip right side out and press with seam along one edge.
5. Turn in raw edges at the ends and slip stitch.

You can also use 1/2" wide ribbon or seam tape to make the clasps.
Just cut 1-3/4" long; fold the width in half to 1/4" and top stitch.

Put on the dress or top over the lingerie you intend to wear with it and mark with pins where you want the clasps to be attached.

Clasps always open toward the neck.

Sew the end of the clasp farthest from the neck to the shoulder seam.
Sew half of a small snap to the free end.

Sew the other half of the snap to the shoulder seam beneath the end of the clasp to line up with the snap already on the clasp.

For a wide neck, sew an additional set of clasps inside the neck in the same way. Attach the clasps to the facing or lining of the garment.

Now you have total control of those wandering straps and fall away wide necklines.

It just makes sense!

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Marian Lewis is a sewing instructor, author and creator of an amazing new fitting method for hard-to-fit sewing folks who want great fitting skirts and pants. In her mini-course ebook, she teaches step-by-step common sense techniques how to find out WHAT you really need, WHERE you really need it and HOW to apply that to a commercial sewing pattern.

Marian is also the author of many articles and other mini-course ebooks related to sewing highlighting, "It Doesn't LOOK Homemade"Sewing Techniques.

Copy and paste the link now to check out her website at:

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Discover Fitting And Sewing SecretsTo Achieve Sewing Success

For information on the mini-course ebook:

"Common Sense Fitting Method For Hard-To-Fit Sewing Folks Who Want Great Fitting Skirts And Pants"

Copy and paste the link:

=> http://www.1ststeptosewingsuccess.com/fitting.html

For information on the mini-course ebook:

"Sew A Tee Pee And Accessories For Your Tribe Of Kids"

Copy and paste the link:

=> http://www.1ststeptosewingsuccess.com/sewing.html

For information on the mini-course ebook:

"Classy Designer Straight Skirt"

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Understanding Underlining

Hi Sewing Friends:

Maybe you don't hear about underlining a garment that much anymore, but when you do, you need to understand just what it is and what it does and why you should do it.

Underlining is a terrific technique to master to take your sewing to a higher level to achieve even greater sewing success.

Sandra Betzina wrote a very good article in Threads Magazine about "Understanding Underlining". I think she explains it very well.

I've included the link here for you to check it out.

Understanding Underlining

If you have any questions, ask them here or at:

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To Your Sewing Success,

Marian

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When You Sew, Do You Know How To Find Your Waist Line?

Hi Sewing Friends:

I get a lot of questions in my Sewing Success Workshops and from my web site at

http://www.1ststeptosewingsuccess.com .

Some of you may have the same questions.

My answers to those questions sometimes turn into articles that I publish here on my blog or in ezines so that they might help someone else.

Here is one that is asked frequently.

"How do I find my waist line?"

Check out the following article for the answer.

Send in your questions. I'll try to answer them if I possibly can.

To Your Sewing Success,

Marian
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When You Sew, Do You Know How To Find Your Waist Line?

- by Marian Lewis

©2006 Marian Lewis - All Rights Reserved

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When You Sew, Do You Know How To Find Your Waist Line?

When you work on a sewing project, do you have trouble trying to find your waist line?

Some waist lines are not as obvious as others. You think you know where it is, but you aren't sure.

You need to know this even for basic sewing.

So many sewing instructions tell you to do this or that from your waist line.

If you can't find it, how can you follow the instructions?

As women age, they get thicker in the middle and really have difficulty trying to figure out where their waist is.

Another reason so many of you have this problem is because you don't wear garments at your natural waist line, especially in the last few years with so many garments cut below the waist.

There is a difference between where your natural waist line is and where you might wear your garments or be forced to wear your garments because of the ready-to-wear clothes available on the market today.

Here are some tips to help you find your natural waist line.

• Tie a narrow piece of elastic around your middle
  
• Bend to the right side
  
• Bend to the left side
  
• Bend forward
  
• Bend backward

The elastic will roll to where your body bends.

Voila! That is your natural waist line.

It may not seem like the best place, but it is where your body naturally says it is.

Garments will be more comfortable there.

Don't worry if your waist isn't level. Mine is up in the front, down in the back, up on the right side and down on the left.

Have you ever put on a pair of panty hose, hiked them way up trying to hold in your "blubber" and watched what happened?

The minute that you bend, they will roll right to where your body bends and the "blubber" just
spills out over the top.

Place a 1" waist band at that spot on your body. Bend in all directions. Wear it around the house for a while. It should settle at your natural waistline. When it feels comfortable, continue with the rest of your measurements.

You really should use your natural waist line when you are fitting a master basic pattern. This is particularly true for pants and skirts.

Then, once you have your fit, if you choose to wear your garments below the waist, just make a design change to a copy of your master basic pattern.

Copy design changes from other sewing patterns or garments and learn how to apply them to your master basic pattern that you know fits you. Don't start from scratch trying to fit another pattern.

The rule is: Fit your natural body, then create your designs.

It just makes sense!

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Actually, you can check out most of my articles here. You might find something that interests you.

I welcome your feedback :-)

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If you have sewing related questions that you would like to have answered, ask them here or at:
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I'll do my best to answer them for you.

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Marian Lewis is a sewing instructor, author and creator of an amazing new fitting method for hard-to-fit sewing folks who want great fitting skirts and pants. In her mini-course ebook, she teaches step-by-step common sense techniques how to find out WHAT you really need, WHERE you really need it and HOW to apply that to a commercial sewing pattern.

Marian is also the author of many articles and other mini-course ebooks related to sewing highlighting, "It Doesn't LOOK Homemade"Sewing Techniques.

Copy and paste the link now to check out her website at:

=> http://www.1ststeptosewingsuccess.com/

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For information on the mini-course ebook:

"Common Sense Fitting Method For Hard-To-Fit Sewing Folks Who Want Great Fitting Skirts And Pants"

Copy and paste the link:

=> http://www.1ststeptosewingsuccess.com/fitting.html



For information on the mini-course ebook:

"Sew A Tee Pee And Accessories For Your Tribe Of Kids"

Copy and paste the link:

=> http://www.1ststeptosewingsuccess.com/sewing.html



For information on the mini-course ebook:

"Classy Designer Straight Skirt"

Copy and paste the link:

=> http://www.1ststeptosewingsuccess.com/sewing.html

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Sew A Classy Designer Straight Skirt

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by Marian Lewis©2006

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Dear Sewing Friends:

You asked for it! I finally finished it! Yes, I finally finished the Mini-Course eBook for the "Classy Designer Straight Skirt" that so many of you wanted.

WOW! I have to tell you that I think it is a really good one. You will want to include it in your sewing library.

This sewing course not only teaches you step-by-step how to sew a couture skirt, but it is also jam packed with tons of sewing tips and sewing rules that you absolutely need to have to achieve sewing success.

You are going to love using the tips and techniques in all of your other sewing projects, too. They will help take your sewing to a higher, more professional level without much effort at all.

Everyone needs a classic skirt to help build their core wardrobe. This is my favorite skirt.

This particular designer skirt is lined and has a center back slit. However, the slit looks as though it were an inverted pleat. Learn the secret to the lining and slit PLUS tons of other good "stuff".

Find out more about it at:

=> http://www.1ststeptosewingsuccess.com/sewing.html

It just makes sense!

To Your Sewing Success,

Marian

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Marian Lewis is a sewing instructor, author and creator of an amazing new fitting method for hard-to-fit sewing folks who want great fitting skirts and pants. In her ebook, she teaches step-by-step common sense techniques how to find out WHAT you really need, WHERE you really need it and HOW to apply that to a commercial sewing pattern.

Marian is also the author of other eBooks related to sewing. Currently, Marian has 2 Mini-Course eBooks available. One covers the basics and beyond while the other delves into creating couture and more professional looking garments. Check out her website at:

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"Common Sense Fitting Method For Hard-To-Fit Sewing Folks Who Want Great Fitting Skirts And Pants"

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