One of the questions I often get asked (after someone has proudly made a pattern for themselves!) is suddenly the panic of 'how do I know how much fabric to buy!?'
If you are used to following sewing patterns, you’ll be used to fabric requirements and cutting plans being included in the pattern instructions. If the hack is similar to the original then you can probably go by these but if you’ve changed the pattern and you need to work out the new requirements then there are two methods:
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Measure each pattern piece loosely and calculate.
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Lay out using tape a mockup of your fabric width and place the pieces.
You can find information on how to use each method above or on pg 5-6 of the hack kit - sewing.
I usually use the 2nd method and place a tape measure so I can quickly move the pieces around and calculate the total! The example below is as if the fabric is on the fold - always make sure you read the pattern labels and know if you need to cut 1 pair or cut 1 on fold etc.
Have you tried either before? Which method do you think you'll try?
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