tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post9006630842227131636..comments2024-03-28T09:14:59.192-04:00Comments on La Sewista!: Down and Dirty MuslinsBunnyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03672695141031447916noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-85846603201024146822022-03-08T13:16:23.820-05:002022-03-08T13:16:23.820-05:00New sewist here---is a 'wearable muslin' l...New sewist here---is a 'wearable muslin' like making the pattern COMPLETELY(like putting in a zipper) where you just do the big parts with a lot of pinning? Maybe I can be convinced! This is like doing a gauge swatch for knitting. I am finally doing that. And--what is FBA? Sorry to be so unlearned. This blog post is VERY helpfulMaxlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02143771048074907980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-38034999154494784762022-03-04T16:52:17.847-05:002022-03-04T16:52:17.847-05:00I have spent a lifetime making muslins for myself ...I have spent a lifetime making muslins for myself and clients. They are always amazed at the differences between the pattern and themselves. Who actually fits a B-cup paper pattern right out of the envelope? Everyone has a sloping shoulder and a high hip and that will show up on the muslin. We older gals may have a rounded back or a protruding tummy or sagging boobs...the muslin will help to define those areas.Look to older movie stars and she how good they look in their clothes and the fit is so flattering no matter what their age. Even if you are a dyed in the wool Elaine Fisher devotee and her baggy clothes...you can still make them flatter your shape. Why not make sure your paper pattern flatters you right from the start with a muslin? Get a tape measure and write down all your numbers and transfer that to your pattern before cutting. Draw on your muslin, horizontal and vertical lines, slash your muslin to add volume where you need it, fold and pin out what you don't want before cutting your fashion fabrics. sure this takes time but what other option is there for perfectly fitting and flattering clothes? Thank you, Bunny for always leading us to the best techniques!!!mrsmolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16329515914613595719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-33097204074783788882022-02-25T19:11:29.007-05:002022-02-25T19:11:29.007-05:00Where I live muslin is pricey and old sheets hard ...Where I live muslin is pricey and old sheets hard to come by, although I've certainly repurposed some of my own. I muslin complicated patterns, or anything that needs draping or a close fit, and I use washable markers so pieces can be reused later if I wish. I'm team wearable muslin for the rest. I'll typically use a potentially wearable but not precious fabric for the trial run...I'm not a particularly fast sewist so I don't mind taking the time to do a bit of finishing or even detail if things are looking promising. If it fits, great, I've got a new garment. If it needs changes, I note those for proper alterations to the pattern for the next make and get down and dirty fixing the existing garment--some of those off-the-cuff changes have led to some of my favorite pieces. A few years ago I made a wearable muslin for a big event, decided I liked the test version so much that I just packed that and set the fancy fabric aside for another day. ParisGrrlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04808620060144089897noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-123647809331209312022-02-25T16:51:07.243-05:002022-02-25T16:51:07.243-05:00Up till now i have always made a wearable muslin, ...Up till now i have always made a wearable muslin, sometimes just for the hell of it because i want to try a new construction. You've just blown my mind as I always try to sew as per pattern with all the bells and whistles. Have to say you are always at the top of my blog lists to read your posts always spread that love of sewing very thickly.alexhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07987778453745813290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-50211042773948979992022-02-25T15:31:57.790-05:002022-02-25T15:31:57.790-05:00I hear ya, Vicki. Jeans do take time. Once I got a...I hear ya, Vicki. Jeans do take time. Once I got a pair that fit I made one and never made another. I have no idea why. It was as if I met my goal and moved on. At least I still have that pattern I ended up with and pull on together if the feeling hits. Good luck with yours. I am sure you will have success soon. Bunnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03672695141031447916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-45904395068743960002022-02-24T16:40:36.487-05:002022-02-24T16:40:36.487-05:00Another member of Team Muslin, when trying out a n...Another member of Team Muslin, when trying out a new pattern or new design variation. (No muslin when using my blocks, though. They fit out of the box, of course!)<br /><br />I will say, contrarian that I am, that I do make wearable muslins in a very specific situation. With many fitting challenges ("deep alphabet" chesticles, etc etc - and also LOVE that expression), I often have to make multiple muslins. When I get close to the fit and design I'm looking for, I'll make it up in a nice wearable fabric, just not the final fabric. It's my last look at the tweaks to make sure I'm set before I cut into the good stuff. It's like a dress rehearsal...full production with all the bells and whistles, good enough to sell tickets to, but not the gala opening night.SilverMomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12805572131213530740noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-84943874183882462332022-02-24T12:24:08.875-05:002022-02-24T12:24:08.875-05:00Me too! Muslining a jean's pattern as we speak...Me too! Muslining a jean's pattern as we speak. Week 3, muslin #4, but almost done. I'm 5'3" with "deep alphabet boobs" and no hips. NOTHING in the store EVER fits.Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00106230751664583021noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-27191271329715655972022-02-24T12:01:34.322-05:002022-02-24T12:01:34.322-05:00I love your bust description and will say it is th...I love your bust description and will say it is the best I have heard yet, "deep alphabet". Thanks for that. You also well express how the focus is altered by the idea of finishing a garment as opposed to fit on a "wearable muslin." Thanks for your input, L. Greatly appreciated. Bunnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03672695141031447916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-58604853886905023702022-02-24T08:31:41.078-05:002022-02-24T08:31:41.078-05:00I am firmly on team muslin. I am 5 feet tall (prop...I am firmly on team muslin. I am 5 feet tall (proportionately short), deep alphabet cup size, and curvy; making muslins is a must! <br /><br />I also do not make wearable muslins. If I try to make a muslin wearable, then my focus will be on finish and not fit. I want to be able to cut up and mark the test garment and I can't do that if I'm trying to make it look nice. <br /><br />For garments that use techniques with which I am unfamiliar, I'll use the muslin for practice. So sometimes I do cut collars, facings, etc.Lhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18384050927297629715noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-27729330190779083982022-02-23T13:43:56.894-05:002022-02-23T13:43:56.894-05:00You read my mind, Gail. After writing this post I ...You read my mind, Gail. After writing this post I went into a rather messy bin of muslin type fabric and old sheets and such. I am so proud of myself as I just reorganized and and am pleased to say I have enough for a few more dresses. I also had a moment this morning where I got a great design idea and this sheeting will now be folded, flat and easy access for the project. I am sure your desire will come right back. Bunnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03672695141031447916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-18787387622090080642022-02-23T13:41:44.391-05:002022-02-23T13:41:44.391-05:00I've never understood the concept, Allie. You ...I've never understood the concept, Allie. You wouldn't make a muslin if you knew it fit fine. You make a muslin to see the issues. Once made, mos can't be fixed until the next iteration, like FBAs, etc. So now you wear as an ill fitting garment? I just don't get it. Bunnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03672695141031447916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-16221985840485499102022-02-23T13:40:22.420-05:002022-02-23T13:40:22.420-05:00Thank you , so much. Luckily I enjoy writing almos...Thank you , so much. Luckily I enjoy writing almost as much as sewing.Bunnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03672695141031447916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-7075407131786683882022-02-23T13:39:32.319-05:002022-02-23T13:39:32.319-05:00Thanks, Telby. Thanks, Telby. Bunnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03672695141031447916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-51351691291098308472022-02-23T13:39:18.119-05:002022-02-23T13:39:18.119-05:00That brick batik fabric really caught me. If you s...That brick batik fabric really caught me. If you see it up close, it is quite fascinating, looking like it is full of forgotten thread snips, wipes of glue and bits of leftover fabric snips. It is ideal for hiding mistakes! Ha, ha!!! Actually, it was the intense coloration that hooked me. It came out really nicely and will be part of my summer wardrobe which I am working on now. More to come. Bunnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03672695141031447916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-39004695522948992262022-02-23T10:37:34.128-05:002022-02-23T10:37:34.128-05:00I think I'll relocate that stack of old sheets...I think I'll relocate that stack of old sheets that was headed to the garage or garden shed (to cover plants from frost) to the sewing room for muslins. Now to figure out how to crank up my desire to sew garments again.JustGailhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08948391538309176039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-73717816803233271502022-02-23T08:42:51.725-05:002022-02-23T08:42:51.725-05:00Sing it, sister! I just finished a muslin for a j...Sing it, sister! I just finished a muslin for a jacket that has a lining integral to the construction of the collar. I have a list of fitting adjustments . . . . and then thought, maybe a simpler style would work as well with that fabric? I love the fabric and lining that coordinates so beautifully with it. It took me hours to trace the pattern, cut the muslin, and sew up the fitting garment. But my lovely fabric is still intact. What if I'd just plowed ahead without all this prior work? Then I'd have lost the joy of wearing something I really like. Thanks for your very informative post. A new blog post from you is a joy of any day. I'm grateful for the effort you make to maintain your excellent blog, one of the very few excellent ones left. Kansas Skyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10274117741340552741noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-14226640335313725452022-02-23T06:45:13.112-05:002022-02-23T06:45:13.112-05:00Tell it! Yes, what is the point of a "wearabl...Tell it! Yes, what is the point of a "wearable muslin"? That's like a wearable pillow case...not pretty. Love your posts.Allie Caseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02137314192459466847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-7132057535581875752022-02-22T20:34:21.336-05:002022-02-22T20:34:21.336-05:00Very well said. There is a reason you are one of m...Very well said. There is a reason you are one of my very favorite "bloggists"... On the list of always read. Thank you. Telby69https://www.blogger.com/profile/10598439789580082982noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7871855805349050304.post-44496166759203078962022-02-22T19:49:12.614-05:002022-02-22T19:49:12.614-05:00I'm on team Muslin. Don't always make one...I'm on team Muslin. Don't always make one, but most of the time, especially when I'm sewing for someone else. Like the 'bricked' fabric at the top of the blog. Gives me a primitive feeling.dlbD LeBrunhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01096074545857581401noreply@blogger.com