Sewing plastic vinyl

Expanding your sewing repertoire is always so exciting, but there can also be some challenges along the way. As I wrote the Emma Stadium Bag, I included some tips with construction specific to my p…

Clear vinyl is a fun and durable material to sew with. Since it's thicker than most cloth fabrics, you'll need to prepare your machine to stitch through it. Switch to heavier needles and a strong polyester thread. Adjust your sewing...

Learn how to cut vinyl and how to sew vinyl the easy way. Vinyl is a unique fabric and you can sew it with your home sewing machine. I used to avoid sewing vinyl if I could. I often chose leather instead! I used to struggle with sewing vinyl because it’s such a different material than the apparel fabric I usually work with. Vinyl can’t be treated like any other fabric since it’s not really a traditional fabric. Luckily, I’ve learned a couple of tricks to make it easier to cut and sew.

Thanks for the camera tips from yesterday. Hopefully my camera will be fixed right away. . . . But today.......we need to chat about sewing with vinyl. Do you remember the jewelry holder I made, here? Well......I mentioned that sometimes it's hard to sew with the vinyl because it sticks. And then I was given the best tip........and had to share. (Thanks so much Carol!) So I had to try out the new trick.......and sew up my scrap vinyl pieces, into something useful. And then realized making…

As you begin building your expertise and experience in sewing, chances are you’ll eventually be introduced to a project you’ll want to make in vinyl. That's when this ultimate guide to How to Sew Vinyl will come in handy. Sewing vinyl clothing, upholstery, and other sewing projects that involve this material can look intimidating but it doesn't have to be. Vinyl is an excellent fabric for both indoor and outdoor projects. You can literally make everything from baby bibs and raincoats to bags…

Muriel Corbierre on Instagram: "This is the simplest vinyl pouch I designed when I started sewing with vinyl. If you're just starting to sew with vinyl, this is a good starting point. Read on for dimensions, tips and advice! I used vinyl from @zippervalley, she has a great selection and the vinyl is top quality. I used #5 zipper tape and pulled (also from ZipperValley). It's easier to add insert a pull on #5 tape than #3 (ask me how I know!). Using 1/4" double sided tape is a must to make…

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As you start to build your sewing experience and experience, you will likely be interested in making projects using vinyl. For most people, the idea of sewing vinyl can be daunting. Fortunately, this guide on how to sew vinyl can help you throughout the process. Vinyl comes in a wide array of textures, weights, and finishes, making it an excellent fabric to use on many outdoor and indoor projects. And with some tips and tweaks to your good old sewing machine.

How to sew with clear vinyl so that your projects don’t come apart and can withstand frequent use. Here are 5 things you should know before you start your sewing project. Selecting vinyl for …