New Stretch,
#2
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Join Date: Sep 2019
Location: North Idaho
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I don't see why not. I would recommend using some kind of stabilizer on the backside and double check your tension, as different materials may pull and gather and stretch differently. Run a test piece, and if it works, go for it!
#6
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Join Date: Oct 2021
Posts: 184
If you mean already made garments, I think it would “shrink” the garment. Also, if already made, you’d just be stitching on fabric as you wouldn’t be able to add a backing or batting. The way to do this would be to do the stitching on yardage and then make the garment.
#8
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Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: in the sticks of PA
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I’m making a vest type jacket and will be quilting the fabric, not sure if it will be straight line or other but the great thing about making your own clothing is you can do whatever you want on it. So I say do what you want to!
#10
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Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Houston, TX
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Sure. I used to do a lot of wearable art jackets and I did FMQ on most of them. Depending on the item and how much drape it needs, you can do more or less FMQ on it.
And, yes, you need to FMQ on the fabric first. I use either a twill backing and no other filler or a thin lining and flannel instead of batting so you don't get the poofy stand away from your body look. A jacket with batting can make you look 20 lbs heavier and I don't need that.
And, yes, you need to FMQ on the fabric first. I use either a twill backing and no other filler or a thin lining and flannel instead of batting so you don't get the poofy stand away from your body look. A jacket with batting can make you look 20 lbs heavier and I don't need that.
Last edited by cashs_mom; 04-03-2022 at 01:38 PM.