HOW TO MAKE DOUBLE BASE PANTIES? (using elastic bias tape at home)
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Is sewing elastic bias tape on a domestic sewing machine without the garment bunching up or being too tight seeming like an impossible challenge? In this complete practical lesson, I'll show you the exact step-by-step process to make the famous double-layered panty (one of the most sought-after and best-selling models on the market), mastering the correct tension of the elastic bias tape using only your regular straight stitch and zigzag sewing machine.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q: What is a double-layered panty and what are its advantages?
A: The double-layered panty has a reinforced fabric band on the front that helps to hold and shape the abdomen with extreme comfort, making it one of the best-selling and most customer-retaining items in the intimate apparel niche. Q: How to sew elastic bias tape on a domestic sewing machine without an applicator attachment?
A: The secret is to guide the elastic manually, keeping the fabric edge well-fitted in the middle of the bias tape fold, applying light and constant tension only to the elastic (never to the fabric) to avoid bunching up the garment.
Q: What stitch and setting can replace industrial machines when sewing bias tape?
A: You can use the conventional zigzag stitch set to medium width (3.5) or the three-point stitch if your machine has this function, ensuring high elasticity so that the stitches don't break when worn.
VIDEO INDEX:
00:00 | Introduction and differences of the double-layered panty base
01:30 | Choosing the ideal fabrics and elastic bias tape
03:15 | How to position the patterns and cut the fabric
00:07:45 | Step-by-step assembly of the double-layered front base
00:12:30 | Joining the bottoms and neatly embedding the seams
00:16:10 | Technique for sewing elastic bias tape on a domestic sewing machine
00:20:45 | Closing the sides and applying the upper waistband
00:23:15 | Seam locking the elastics and final finishing
00:24:20 | Final result of the garment and sales tips
STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE:
Base Cutting: Cut the front of the panties twice to form the double structural base, in addition to cutting the back and the traditional cotton bottom.
Embedded Assembly: Sandwich the fabric bottoms and lining between the front and back, completely embedding the seams to ensure total intimate comfort.
Bias Tape Tension: Fold the elastic bias tape in half, insert it into the leg opening and sew using a zigzag stitch, gently pulling the elastic in the right proportion to create a soft gather.
Side Closure: Join the front and back pieces along the sides using a firm straight stitch, keeping the elastic seams perfectly aligned.
Seam Seam Seam Seam: Sew a tight zigzag stitch (satisfy stitch) along the ends of the leg and waist elastics to simulate industrial bar tacking, preventing the seam from fraying.
🔽 Take the opportunity to also watch these videos to improve your techniques:
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