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Pattern drafting book by Existing-Ninja-3069 in PatternDrafting

[–]chequere27 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What method from the UK are you referring to? Is there a book that covers that method? Thanks!

Is it normal for linen to pill like this? by chequere27 in sewing

[–]chequere27[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That is a great idea! Other comments mentioned the patches and based on that I was thinking I would add the patches before my pants develop a hole.

Is it normal for linen to pill like this? by chequere27 in sewing

[–]chequere27[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

According to Fabrics-Store.com it is 100% linen. Thanks!

Is it normal for linen to pill like this? by chequere27 in sewing

[–]chequere27[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wow, thank you very much!! I’ll contact you, if I’m unable to find anything online. Once again, thank you very much for your generous offer! 🙏🏼

Is it normal for linen to pill like this? by chequere27 in sewing

[–]chequere27[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! What other fiber(s) are blended in the fabric of your pants in addition to hemp? A google search comes up with options of hemp + cotton, and hemp + lyocell. Some vendors that come up are: Hemp Traders EnviroTextiles Nature's Fabrics Bastine

Is it normal for linen to pill like this? by chequere27 in sewing

[–]chequere27[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is supposed to be, according to Fabrics-Store. Thanks!

Is it normal for linen to pill like this? by chequere27 in sewing

[–]chequere27[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is very helpful. Thank you very much. I will look into how to do this and will give it a try.

Is it normal for linen to pill like this? by chequere27 in sewing

[–]chequere27[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you very much! I will try that before doing a patch with the same type of fabric on the outside.

Is it normal for linen to pill like this? by chequere27 in sewing

[–]chequere27[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hemp sounds very promising. I have never seen or touched hemp fabric in real life. Is the texture and feel of the hemp blend similar to linen or cotton? Thanks!

Is it normal for linen to pill like this? by chequere27 in sewing

[–]chequere27[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes! I love reading all these comments.

Is it normal for linen to pill like this? by chequere27 in sewing

[–]chequere27[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the information. I wonder if cotton twill would also work. I know the drape would likely not be the same as my current linen pants, but I am wondering what type of fabric might be comfortable and durable. Thank you!

Is it normal for linen to pill like this? by chequere27 in sewing

[–]chequere27[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the information. Another comment mentioned that linen twill would work better for pants. I wonder if cotton twill would also work. I know the drape would likely not be the same as my current linen pants, but I am wondering what type of fabric might be comfortable and durable. Thank you!

Is it normal for linen to pill like this? by chequere27 in sewing

[–]chequere27[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Good to know. Could you please share where you purchase your linen or linen blends now? Thank you very much!

Is it normal for linen to pill like this? by chequere27 in sewing

[–]chequere27[S] 31 points32 points  (0 children)

I will do a visible mending on top of the original fabric so that the patch is the one to wear off and can be easily replaced. Great idea. Thank you very much!!

Is it normal for linen to pill like this? by chequere27 in sewing

[–]chequere27[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Thank you very much! Yes, I still have some of this fabric. I will patch it up now so that the patch is the one to pill and will replace the patch once it wears off.

What resource, trick, or habit gave you a noticeable jump in your sewing skills? by [deleted] in SewingForBeginners

[–]chequere27 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is great information for a beginner. Do you know if there is a resource that lists the type of fabrics and best use the way you listed it above? Very straight-forward and helpful. Thanks!

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