Gathering (Sewn Layers)

Materials: Cotton muslin, cotton sewing thread

Spacing/Size: n/a

Gathering Methods: One row of machine stitching pulled to gather (longest stitch length); Only pull bobbin thread

Anchoring methods: The bobbin and top thread are tied in a knot on one side; Tied on other side once the fabric has been gathered

• Sample uses two pieces of equally cut fabric to create a layer of ruffles

• Fabric strip naturally starts to ruffle and take on a more circular shape

 

• Easily makes the edge of a fabric into many tiny folds

• Two layers was still fairly easy to pull

• Requires patience to not break the thread used to gather

• Needs a stronger thread like poly or nylon

• Must leave long tails to tie off ends