Tuesday Tip

Mary Abreu is helping us with tips for sewing with clothing and accessory patterns this week.

She says "I always recommend people trace  their sewing patterns with Easy Pattern or a similar pattern tracing material instead of cutting the original pattern. Most boutique patterns are printed on a heavier paper stock and require tracing for use. I also trace traditional tissue paper patterns because the tracing paper is more durable than the tissue. In both cases, the tracing paper makes it easy to make fit modifications on garments (I nearly always need to add length to the bodice of any garment I sew for myself). I can also make multiple sizes from the same pattern because the original is intact (perfect for those perennial favorites of my daughter)."

This pattern tracing material is similar in texture to lightweight interfacing so it does not tear easily and stores very well. It is also quite inexpensive so is a good way to make your sewing easier and to extend the life of those patterns you love.