Such a simple skill is useful not only to those who sew, but also to those who are very far from needlework. In everyday life, many are faced with a situation where it is necessary to replace the old one and insert a new rubber band into the product.
We will show you the two easiest ways to insert elastic tape into a product using a safety pin.
How to insert an elastic band into an open drawstring
This method is ideal, for example, for the simplest elastic skirt.
How to sew a skirt on an elastic band with your own hands
Step 1
Unscrew the fabric cut on the wrong side to the width of the elastic band + 0.5 cm and iron it.
Step 2
Unscrew the seam allowance again and iron.
Step 3
Fasten the lapel with tailor pins or bast.
Step 4
On a sewing machine, lay a line (preferably in the edge).
Bind at the beginning and end of the seam.
Step 5
Cut the elastic tape of the length you need. On one side of the elastic, fasten a safety pin of a suitable size.
Step 6
Insert the elastic band into the drawstring on one side.
And get her out of the other hole in the wings.
Step 7
Combine the drawstring to the desired length. Lock the tape on both sides of the drawstring. Now you can grind the seam.
How to insert an elastic band in a closed drawstring
This method is most often used for products with an elastic band - Tatyana skirts, sports or pajama trousers, joggers, bandeau tops, children's clothing.
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How to sew a silk skirt-sun on an elastic band
Step 1
Unscrew the upper allowance of the product twice on the wrong side and iron it. Stitch (preferably to the edge), leaving a small area open.
Step 2
Using a safety pin, insert the elastic into the open hole of the drawstring.
Step 3
Stretch the elastic tape along the length of the entire drawstring and bring its end through the same hole. Align the ends of the elastic with each other and sew.
Step 4
Leave the gum hole open or gently grab manually with hidden stitches.
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