Pin tucks

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These easy instructions from "Tucks Made Simple," Threads #171, explain how to sew tiny pin tucks and then how to create intersecting pin tucks. Follow the steps and you'll create…

I'm always looking for new and creative ways to embellish my hand-sewn wardrobe. Diagonal pintucks add that meet in the middle creating a chevron design.

Pintucks are a decorative element that can be added to your garments: tops, dresses, skirts etc. They look fabulous on linen and can bring a touch of fantasy and sophistication to a simple garment. They are formed by folding and stitching the fabric on the right side (much like a pleat) and are typically created...

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Marking tucks calls for extreme accuracy: The foldlines must be parallel, on-grain, and perfectly straight—and, often, close together. Many fabrics that lend themselves to tuck details are delicate, sheer, and may be unstable.

Pintucks are a great way to add texture and interest to fabric without going overboard. It's a subtle embellishment that is fairly simple to sew. … More

How to sew the intricate tuck details and replicate this artistic shirt by Aje