Under the garden moon patriotic5/29/2023 Keep in mind you DO NOT need seam allowance where your FOE Fold Over Elastic will go. Only add seam allowance where seams are sewn together (at the shoulders and side seams).Ĭut out the Pattern Pieces in your fabric. This is because the fold over elastic encases the raw edge at the “edge line”. When finishing with fold over elastic you will not need to add seam allowance. ![]() Trace out your garment to make a pattern!įirst I began by tracing out the garment to make a pattern. This method can be used on sportswear, underwear/ lingerie, as well as under garments / tank tops and so much more! ![]() I think you will find this application to be on multiple pieces of clothing in your wardrobe. Fold Over Elastic can come in many width options with 5/8” being the most common.įold over elastic finishes the edge of the garment and adds structure/ elasticity to the edge line in one step. This elastic is typically shiny on the finished side. This type of elastic is lightweight and has great recovery! The elastic is sandwiched over the fabric on top and bottom and attached usually with a Cover Stitch Machine for high performance fabrics and stretch/ knits. It is easy to spot and defined by an elastic you can fold down the center. ![]() ![]() “ Fold Over Elastic” is an elastic widely used in ready to wear garments. Here's a guide for how to "Sew that FOE (Fold Over Elastic) Like a Pro!" Fold Over Elastic or "FOE" is used in such a large part of our ready-to-wear clothing that I am sure you are wearing some RIGHT NOW.
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