Sewing concept

Lining pleat

An ease pleat folded at the bottom of the lining to prevent the lining from pulling the outer fabric.

Where it is used

19.5. Lining Pleats

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  1. Pin and sew the pleats along the top edge of the skirt lining, matching the notches.
19.5. Lining Pleats
Open the step in the "Flowy Maxi Skirt Pattern PDF | Long Balloon Skirt | Gathered A-Line Skirt | Womens Summer Skirt Sewing | L-XXL" pattern →

Lining Preparation

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  1. Mark the pleat at the top of the back lining according to the pattern markings. Fold the back lining piece in half along the center fold line, aligning the edges with the right sides facing each other.
Lining Preparation
Open the step in the "Women's Classic Vest Sewing Pattern | Summer Vest pattern | DIY Tailored Vest pdf | Women Waistcoat Jacket | Plotter, USletter, A4 | XS-XXL" pattern →

Align lining and facing edges

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  1. Align the edges of the lining and facing pieces using the guide notches. Fold the extra fabric at the bottom of the lining into a pleat, as shown in the photo.
Align lining and facing edges
Open the step in the "Women’s Sleeveless Vest Sewing Pattern | Button Front Top | V-Neck Vest | Beginner Friendly | L–XXL | A4, Letter, Plotter" pattern →

Creating Lining Pleat

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  1. Align the edges of the lining and facing pieces using the guide notches. Fold the extra fabric at the bottom of the lining into a pleat, as shown in the photo.
Creating Lining Pleat
Open the step in the "Women’s Sleeveless Vest Sewing Pattern | Button Front Top | V-Neck Vest | Beginner Friendly | XS–M | A4, Letter, Plotter" pattern →

Related terms

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