{"id":61738,"date":"2023-01-21T21:49:52","date_gmt":"2023-01-22T02:49:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/?p=61738"},"modified":"2023-01-21T21:49:55","modified_gmt":"2023-01-22T02:49:55","slug":"sewing-mistakes-that-make-your-clothes-look-homemade","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/sewing-mistakes-that-make-your-clothes-look-homemade\/","title":{"rendered":"Sewing Mistakes That Make Your Clothes Look Homemade"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">Other articles have been written about <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/5-mistakes-to-avoid-when-cutting-fabric\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mistakes to avoid when cutting fabric<\/a> and I hope that helped you in avoiding them. Keep in mind though, that there are still a lot of challenges you will be facing as you continue to enhance your sewing skills. That being said, here is another list of mistakes. LOL, please don\u2019t think that we like pointing out errors, we only do so in the hope of continuous learning for everyone. Take a look at these sewing mistakes that make your clothes look homemade.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-so-sew-easy wp-block-embed-so-sew-easy\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"cGBPSkz6df\"><a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/5-mistakes-to-avoid-when-cutting-fabric\/\">Top 5 Mistakes To Avoid When Cutting Fabric<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content lazyload\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Top 5 Mistakes To Avoid When Cutting Fabric&#8221; &#8212; So Sew Easy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/5-mistakes-to-avoid-when-cutting-fabric\/embed\/#?secret=tCQwRkdHCj#?secret=cGBPSkz6df\" data-secret=\"cGBPSkz6df\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/sewing-machine-reviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/shutterstock_755786689.jpg\" alt=\"mistakes that make your clothes look homemade\" class=\"wp-image-1999 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sewing-machine-reviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/shutterstock_755786689.jpg\" alt=\"mistakes that make your clothes look homemade\" class=\"wp-image-1999\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">Using Unsuitable Fabric<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">So you bought this pattern for a flowing maxi skirt and the manual that came with it recommends the type of fabric that is most suitable for that design. If you are an experienced seamstress or are very knowledgeable about fabrics, you probably know which textiles have similarities and which ones can be used as an alternative to the other. However, if you are not that cultivated to the wide textile world yet, it is better to follow what\u2019s recommended as it will surely be the most suitable to fit the design you are aiming for.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">Incorrect Pattern Direction<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">Especially when using \u201cnapped\u201d fabrics, you need to be very careful when laying out your pattern before cutting out the fabric. Popular examples of fabrics with naps are velvet, satin, and corduroy. These fabric\u2019s front side varies in texture and sometimes shades from their backside.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/sewing-machine-reviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/shutterstock_309040262.jpg\" alt=\"mistakes that make your clothes look homemade\" class=\"wp-image-1996 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sewing-machine-reviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/shutterstock_309040262.jpg\" alt=\"mistakes that make your clothes look homemade\" class=\"wp-image-1996\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">Crooked Pattern Pieces<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">Make sure that the pattern pieces are straight. You have to make sure to measure the pattern grain from the selvage and not just \u201ceyeball\u201d it.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">Using An Incorrect Interfacing Or Not Using One At All<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">Interfacing is important to ensure that the clothes you are wearing maintain their intended form. It also adds a professional look to your garment so to speak.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/sewing-machine-reviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/shutterstock_271876973.jpg\" alt=\"mistakes that make your clothes look homemade\" class=\"wp-image-1995 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sewing-machine-reviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/shutterstock_271876973.jpg\" alt=\"mistakes that make your clothes look homemade\" class=\"wp-image-1995\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">Disregarding Pattern Markings<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">Pattern markings are there for a reason so don\u2019t go disregarding them. The markings are to ensure that you cut your textiles correctly and know exactly where to sew. Incorrect cut and\/ or stitches is definitely one of many mistakes that will make your clothes look homemade.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">Not Pressing Garments When Needed<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">Seams and hems or necklines usually requires <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/press-seams-sew\/\">pressing before sewing<\/a>. Do not undermine how pressing these parts will make your life so much easier and again look more professionally made.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/sewing-machine-reviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/shutterstock_647026738.jpg\" alt=\"mistakes that make your clothes look homemade\" class=\"wp-image-1997 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sewing-machine-reviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/shutterstock_647026738.jpg\" alt=\"mistakes that make your clothes look homemade\" class=\"wp-image-1997\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">Not Using A Facing Or Bias Binding<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">Nothing says homemade more than folding under an armhole or a neckline and top-stitching it. Though <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/use-bias-tape-neckline\/\">using a facing or bias binding<\/a> might seem an additional work hence also taking additional time invested, it is well worth it.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-so-sew-easy wp-block-embed-so-sew-easy\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"AliJDEi9vJ\"><a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/use-bias-tape-neckline\/\">Use Bias Tape for a Neckline or Arm Hole Facing<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content lazyload\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Use Bias Tape for a Neckline or Arm Hole Facing&#8221; &#8212; So Sew Easy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/use-bias-tape-neckline\/embed\/#?secret=ixXZOJvGr2#?secret=AliJDEi9vJ\" data-secret=\"AliJDEi9vJ\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is Looking Homemade Really All That Bad?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I guess the ultimate question on this topic is whether or not looking <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/did-you-make-that\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">homemade is really all that bad<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A while bad we wrote a fun article on this subject, but the many comments and opinions from our readers were even more fun to read.&nbsp; I won't re-cover the topic here but will leave the link.&nbsp; Please check it out and leave your opinion for others to read.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-so-sew-easy wp-block-embed-so-sew-easy\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"tE9UHaWkho\"><a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/did-you-make-that\/\">Did you make that?  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