How to Line a Sleeveless Dress or Bodice Without Hand Sewing

Written by Marjorie Vaudreuil in Sewing Blogs,Tips & Tricks

Effortlessly Line Your Sleeveless Dress or Bodice with this Simple Bagging Out Method
  1. Join the lining and bodice shoulder seams and sew/attach the lining to the main fabric along the neckline and armholes.
  2. Trim and grade the seams and clip the curves for a neat finish.
  3. Carefully insert the lining fabric through the gap between the lining and bodice shoulder seams and turn it right side out. Pull all the way through.
  4. Repeat on the other side for a beautifully lined sleeveless dress or top. Iron Flat. Add an understitch for extra neatness.”
Alternatively, try the Burrito Roll!  See step-by-steps here.      

Marjorie Vaudreuil

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