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These photos might help when sewing the Whitlow robe for the waist tie insertion.  Step 12Pin WAIST TIE to wrong side of front. Staystitch in place. Step 16Pin front to back with wrong sides together. Tie should be between the two layers of fabric, not on top as incorrectly illustrated. Step 18Stitch seam with a 6mm seam allowance and then trim down seam allowance. Step 19Enclose the raw edge to create a French seam. Waist tie will now pop out on the wrong side. Step 20Press seam allowance and waist tie as directed in instructions. #WhitlowRobeExtraResources

Did you know you can make button loops by hand? This is definitely something for those of you who are looking for some slow sewing techniques to add to your repertoire!In this post we covered how to sew button loops like this, and to make belt loops, you just have to make a bigger loop!https://inthefolds.com/blog/2017/6/21/how-to-sew-a-hand-stitched-button-loop If you'd prefer a video (it can sometimes help for techniques like this), you can find one here: https://inthefolds.com/blog/2017/6/21/how-to-sew-a-hand-stitched-button-loopWho is thinking about giving this a go? Or at this time of year are you all about the quick projects? #WhitlowRobeExtraResources

The things I'm thinking of doing to make the Whitlow robe for my male partner:- Selecting size in relation to chest measurement (i.e. chest = bust)- I will lengthen the sleeves for him- I think I will use patch pockets and make it so it's a regular rectangle rather than the angled top- He is tall so I'll be lengthening the body of the robe In terms of the broad back, I'd select the size based on his chest measurement and then take a few measurements of the pattern and compare it to his measurements. For example, upper back and...

The instructions for the Whitlow robe suggest French seams for light to midweight fabrics and overlocked / zig-zag stitched finishing for bulky or heavyweight fabrics.  French seams are a great, durable seam finish option for light to midweight fabrics, particularly those that are prone to fraying. They are also great for sheer fabrics where you might be able to see the seam allowance through the fabric. Although they are more time consuming than other seam finishes, French seams are very satisfying and give a beautiful, clean finish without the need for a overlocker / serger.  a Pin the pieces you are joining...