What is armhole facing?
Armhole facings are comprised of a back facing and a front facing. You should always cut two of each front and back patterns since you’ll need a facing for each armhole (unless you’re sewing a one-shoulder garment). As always, the facing is sewn together and clean finished first, then it is attached to the garment.
How do you draft an armhole facing?
Although very similar to a neckline facing, armhole facings are usually drafted at approximately the same width along the edge in a curved shape. This allows the facing to lay flat and feel comfortable along the finished edge of the armhole.
Why are facing and interfacing important?
Interfacing should always be used when facings are called for in a pattern–even if the pattern does not require interfacing. The interfacing prevents stretching or sagging of the neckline or sleeves, acts as reinforcement for the area, and gives the garment a smooth but firm body.
What’s the difference between facing and interfacing?
As nouns the difference between facing and interfacing is that facing is the most external portion of exterior siding while interfacing is a layer of fabric inserted between other layers of a garment to provide stiffening.
How do you do the facing method?
Step to sew a bias facing
- Measure the length of the fabric edge and cut a strip to that length plus 1 -2 inch. the width of.
- Align the strip raw edges together to the neckline edge, right sides together. Pin in place.
- Stitch along the edge.
- Press seam allowance to the facing and understitch.
What are the types of facing?
There are three basic types of facings: shaped facings, extended facings, and bias facings.
Why is there a need to use fusible as interfacing?
Fusible interfacing makes it possible for fabrics to hold their shape and firmness, preventing fraying and flimsy fabrics, keeping your fabrics firm and in shape. This is why fusible interfacing is so beneficial and such a good skill to learn.