Pinning for Placement *

Skill Builder Format: Pinning
Experience needed: none
Format: Lecture/Demo
Pinning seems sew easy... but most people don't recognize it's an integral part of your sewing process. If done improperly it can lead to crooked lines, misaligned seam allowances, holes, broken machines, and overall frustration. Save yourself the hassle and learn the correct pinning process.
In this lecture you'll learn: Pins; What makes a good pin? Techniques; How to pin in a variety of situations. Fabric Creep; What is it and how to prevent it? Intersections; How do I achieve a perfect intersection?
Class Objectives:
The class participant will be able to:
- Discuss what makes a great pin
- Identify the best pins for the project
- Explain the benefits of pinning
- Demonstrate how pinning controls fabric creep
- How to align and achieve perfect intersections
- Discuss the hazards of pinning
- Explain alternative methods to pinning: clips and glue
Supplies Needed: none
Supplies needed: none
Skill Level: | Beginner |
Skill Details: | Beginner Level Course |
Requirements: | None |
Instructor: | Cathy Queitzsch |
Instructor Bio: | Cathy Queitzsch |
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