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19 min 17 sec

Taught by Gretchen Hirsch
In this technique workshop, Gretchen shows you a versatile technique that you can use on any pencil skirt pattern. Instead of a high waistband, you’ll learn how to add a ribbon facing that doesn’t add any bulk to the waistline, which is ideal for making pencil skirts in heavier fabrics. The hand stitching and old-fashioned materials result in a classic, tailored piece.
What you’ll get:
Learn how to:
- Shape ribbon facing
- Edge stitch ribbon with sewing machine
- Hand stitch and finishing techniques
What you’ll get:
- An easy-to-follow lesson on finishing your waistbands
- 4 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
- Itemized supply list
- Step-by-step instruction by expert Gretchen Hirsch
- The ability to leave comments, ask questions and interact with other students

Chapters
01:02
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02:27
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07:43
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03:45
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05:22
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Materials
Here’s what you’ll need:
Tools:
- Sewing machine
- iron
- hand sewing needle
- pins
- scissors
- chalk pen
- ruler
- pins
- Skirt already constructed with zipper and lining
- thread
- click image link below for Petersham ribbon or use other natural ribbon


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