Hi Everyone! In part 2 we go deep into the world of sewing with vegan leather - yay! Vegan leather is really just the new trendy term for any faux leather type product including faux leather, vinyl, pleather, pvc leather, etc. When choosing these fabrics look for something lightweight and fabric backed - that type will be the easiest to sew with and work well for these smaller scale pieces.
Are you ready? Let's go...
In the video posted below, I share with you an in-depth look at the supplies and tools I recommend, share sewing tips, and demonstrate several methods for successfully sewing with vegan leather. I hope this will encourage and inspire you to break out of your comfort zone and sew with these beautiful fabrics!
Pattern Overview:
Resources:
Depending on where you live, some types of fabrics may be easier to find than others. For doll size projects you can also check discount stores for jackets or skirts that can work well for your projects too! The nice thing about these finds is that they usually have coordinating linings included! If you like to shop online, check out these sources for specialty fabrics and the tools I recommend:
- Girl Charlee - This is a great source for Vegan Leather - this is the same product we sourced for the pixie packs, comes in lots of colors!
- Double-Sided Quilters Tape or basting Tape 1/8" width - Amazon
- Clover Wonder Clips - Amazon
- Acrylic Ruler - Amazon
- 28mm Rotary Cutter - Amazon
- Non-Stick Presser Foot - Low Shank Machines
- Roller Presser Foot - Low Shank Machines
Week One task:
- Now it's time to practice! If this is your first try with vegan leather, I'd suggest something simple like the Aviator or Piccadilly Skirt.
- This is in last weeks post as well, but. in case you missed it... Familiarize yourself with the techniques shown by Melinda in the video posted below:
Next Tuesday - Part 3: Sewing with microsuede fabrics - navigating corners and those tiny waistbands!
8 Comments
roller foot….best kept secret! (and sewing on a Viking machine :)
use a leader scrap when starting to sew, clip and use it as an ender. no more trimming long threads and you have something to pull with, if you need it.
While watching the video with Melinda explaining how to get the seam allowances to lay flat, it would have been more beneficial to me to see the demonstrated clipped, hammered, and graded one compared to what it would look like when not done. It would have been nice to see the collars especially. How do you get the curve to be smooth? Even after clipping, I still get flat spots instead of a smooth curve.
Great demonstration, the wax paper really did the trick on the cut out leather, and you could hear the joy in your voice that it worked out so well, lol.
Love these videos, thanks Cinnamon!
Thanks! was able to download the Vegan Leather video.