I decided that this skirt needs a lining. The fabric is a little crispy and wrinkled just trying it on this evening. I have a stash of lining material so why not?
EXCEPT – I have a question that my books do not answer for me. It may be obvious to everyone else….so if anyone knows:
When making the lining for a skirt where there is a 5/8th seam allowance, is the seam allowance on the lining 5/8ths as well? Or is it smaller or even bigger??
2 comments:
Generally, in straight skirts the lining is the same width or slightly smaller than the shell so the strain of sitting is on the lining. Personally, I make the lining the same unless the outer fabric is fragile or delicate.
No, sorry, but the lining should be a little bit bigger than the main body so that it can move aabout a little and absorb any stresses. If it is not looser, the lining will rip eventually and then it's useless. Make it with 3/8" seam allowances if the shell has 5/8" allowances.
Hatty
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