If you simply downloaded the pattern in PDF format, you obviously don't have a fabric label! So you do exactly the same thing, but without a label :)
- Turn the Flag right side out and fold it in half, right sides together, following the line of our starting fold.
- Insert the <disclothed> paris textile label provided in the kit between the two layers of fabric: you can position it wherever you want - more or less close to the tip of the Flag, there is no rule. However, be careful to have the "white" side of the label - without the logo, against the edge of the fabric: it is indeed this part that we want to take in the seam, and not the logo:
- Pin along the entire length of the flag, making sure to also pin the label that we just slipped inside the two layers. Check that the logo remains clearly visible if you pin it 1 cm from the edge before pinning.
- Still using a straight stitch, stitch 1 cm from the edge all the way along: start and finish stitching at the notches. Don't forget to stop at the beginning and end, and cut off any excess threads.
❓ How to sew a corner? It's very simple: straight stitch all the way to the corner, 1 cm from the edge of the fabric (the value of our seam allowances). Leave the needle in the fabric at this point, raise the presser foot, pivot the fabric and lower the presser foot to continue.
⚠️ Be careful to stay precise, especially when sewing the label: if you sew more than 1 cm, the logo may not be fully visible on the right side.
- Trim the corner and iron
❓ What does trimming a corner mean? Trimming your corners is essential when sewing. Trimming a corner simply means "removing material" from the corner. Since we're sewing right sides together, trimming our corner will help us turn our work properly. Without it, the excess material trapped inside (= our seam allowances) would prevent us from obtaining a clean and flat corner.
❓ How to trim a corner? Nothing could be simpler: remove some material once by cutting diagonally in your fabric, as close as possible to your stitching (1 or 2 mm). Then cut a little more material on the sides, at an angle.
⚠️ Be careful not to cut too close to the stitching, or you risk making a hole. If your fabric frays a lot (as is the case with our red or white textured wools/viscose), we recommend cutting a good 2 millimeters from the stitching.
- Turn the flag right side out, inserting it completely through one of the two openings. To help you, use a pointed but not sharp object (e.g., a pencil) to help you form the right angle of the flag.
➡️ This step takes time if you are working with the thick fabrics that we provide in our kits: you have to manage to get the whole Flag through a very small opening, but take your time and everything will go well!
- Once turned inside out, our <disclothed> paris label appears on the right side
- Iron to flatten the seam well
⚠️ Make sure to bring out the seam at the edge of the Flag. This is not easy with thicker fabrics that tend to "roll" inwards: the < disclothed > paris label can end up more or less hidden by the 2 layers of fabric if the ironing is not done well, and the shape of the Flag can end up more elongated than expected. If you are not sure how to do this, we recommend watching our tutorial video (higher up on this page)
💡 Good to know: ironing can seem tedious and when you start sewing, we often tend to skip this step. If this is you, do yourself a favor! Ironing each stitch thoroughly at each stage of the sewing process will have a considerable impact on the final result of your work :)
