Sewing: back to the basics

ByRasa Pelham
A blue marbled notebook placed next to two ripe pears on a wooden surface.

When I was at Uni I had made this file filled with production samples. It has all sort of stuff from basic seam sewing to collar attachment. So I found really good to come back to it. I feel quite embarrassed by a lot of samples as they look a bit wacky, but overall really useful. Some of the techniques I used more than I need, while some were left out unused. Either way I am really glad I revisited my old folder.

A close-up view of a binder filled with production samples, showcasing fabric swatches of different sewing techniques, including handwritten notes and instructions.
A collection of fabric sewing samples demonstrating various seam techniques, arranged on colorful backgrounds.

Want a closer look inside my folder? Read on for photos of more samples like the one above, plus detailed information and step-by-step instructions.

Close-up of two fabric samples showcasing seam sewing and edge finishing techniques on a green background.
Illustration of a step-by-step sewing technique, showing two sequential steps for folding and stitching fabric.
A close-up of a fabric sample featuring different sewing techniques, including a serged edge and a plain seam, displayed on a bright green background.
Illustration showing two-step sewing technique, with 'step 1' depicting the initial folding of fabric and 'step 2' showing the completed seam.
Close-up view of a piece of fabric showing a seam on a light background.
Illustration demonstrating the steps for a sewing technique, including folding and pinning fabric, with direction indicators for clarity.
Close-up of a seam stitching on white fabric against a yellow background.
Illustration showing step-by-step instructions for a sewing technique, including three steps with visual guidance and annotations.
Close-up image of a stack of colored papers, including shades of blue, green, yellow, pink, and white, arranged neatly.

I hope you find this useful 😉
Rasa xoxo

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