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Posted by Seth on January 14, 2007, 6:05 pm
I have been a pro wrestler for the past 10 years and have decided
rather than relying on others to make my gear (costumes) for me, I
would like to make my own. I have done research on the internet
concerning sewing lyrca/spandex, stretch velvet. Most of the
information pertains to costuming, swimwear and dancewear. I understand
that to do this correctly, a serger should be used for the seams and a
zig zag stitch for everywhere else. I was going to just buy Brother
sewing machine and serger for Wal-Mart. I am having difficulty in
finding patterns for singlets sometimes referred to as unitards.
QwickSew seems to be the only one that has patterns for lycra tank
tops, bike shorts, tights etc. I guess you could piece together the
tank top and bike shorts and make a singlet pattern. I have also read I
could trace my existing gear and make patterns out of that. Getting the
people that make this type of gear/costumes to talk to you about how to
do it is near impossible as their is a huge call for the stuff and few
people that make QUALITY gear. So they aren't ready to give up any
secrets of where they get their material or how they work their magic.
The best gearmaker in the world has an 11 month wait to have anything
made. I would much rather be able to make my own creations so they fit
perfect and look exaclty like I want them too rather than wait months
to get something that doesn't fit or isn't exactly as I wanted. So I
guess I am looking to those that know sewing to answer what machines I
need and wear I can get patterns. Also are there any place to be taught
or books that show you how to sew this type of garment? Most
seamstresses I have asked that can make wedding gowns and anything else
won't even consider making me any gear. They take a look at what I have
now and say they couldn't do it so now I want to give it a try. If
anyone needs examples of what I am looking to make, I can post various
websites for gearmakers. Thanks in advance for any help.
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Posted by Lee & Cathi Thomas on January 15, 2007, 8:15 am
I've made two singlets for my son because we couldn't find anything that he
wanted ready made. I also could not find a pattern. I ended up tracing one
that fit him and then adding the seam allowances. It worked pretty well
because they are a very basic shape. Yes, it is better to use a serger.
You might check out www.jalie.com, they might have something you could use.
I agree about finding a seamstress, unless you could find one that does
skating costumes. I think there would be a lot of similarities. Good luck.
Cathi
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>I have been a pro wrestler for the past 10 years and have decided
> rather than relying on others to make my gear (costumes) for me, I
> would like to make my own. I have done research on the internet
> concerning sewing lyrca/spandex, stretch velvet. Most of the
> information pertains to costuming, swimwear and dancewear. I understand
> that to do this correctly, a serger should be used for the seams and a
> zig zag stitch for everywhere else. I was going to just buy Brother
> sewing machine and serger for Wal-Mart. I am having difficulty in
> finding patterns for singlets sometimes referred to as unitards.
> QwickSew seems to be the only one that has patterns for lycra tank
> tops, bike shorts, tights etc. I guess you could piece together the
> tank top and bike shorts and make a singlet pattern. I have also read I
> could trace my existing gear and make patterns out of that. Getting the
> people that make this type of gear/costumes to talk to you about how to
> do it is near impossible as their is a huge call for the stuff and few
> people that make QUALITY gear. So they aren't ready to give up any
> secrets of where they get their material or how they work their magic.
> The best gearmaker in the world has an 11 month wait to have anything
> made. I would much rather be able to make my own creations so they fit
> perfect and look exaclty like I want them too rather than wait months
> to get something that doesn't fit or isn't exactly as I wanted. So I
> guess I am looking to those that know sewing to answer what machines I
> need and wear I can get patterns. Also are there any place to be taught
> or books that show you how to sew this type of garment? Most
> seamstresses I have asked that can make wedding gowns and anything else
> won't even consider making me any gear. They take a look at what I have
> now and say they couldn't do it so now I want to give it a try. If
> anyone needs examples of what I am looking to make, I can post various
> websites for gearmakers. Thanks in advance for any help.
>
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Posted by Seth on January 15, 2007, 9:11 am
Thanks Cathi.
I think I am going to buy the qwik sew patterns but also trace my
current singlet and make a pattern out of it since it is already fit to
me. Right now, I just want to make things for myself not others.
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Posted by Sally Holmes on January 15, 2007, 1:25 pm
Seth wrote:
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> I have been a pro wrestler for the past 10 years and have decided
> rather than relying on others to make my gear (costumes) for me, I
> would like to make my own.
Seth,
Check out Penny Schwinn's company, Speciality Outdoors. She makes
custom garments for outdoor pursuits, including cycling, so she's used
to handling stretch fabrics.
She has a page of hints, www.specialtyoutdoors.com/tips/tips.asp
but you may find it easier to talk to her about getting her to make
your garments - she's pretty knowledgeable. The skill set you'll need
won't be acquired overnight and you may be better off, in the long
run, spending your money with Penny rather than Wal-Mart.
Before you buy a machine, there's an FAQ at
www.cet.com/~pennys/faq/smfaq.htm
NAYY, but I'm in awe of Penny's knowledge of speciality fabrics.
Sally Holmes
Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England
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Posted by Seth on January 15, 2007, 2:46 pm
I really don't want to rely on someone else to make my gear for me
anymore so having Penny make it would be no different than having
someone who only makes professional wrestling gear do it. I have talked
to several people that sew alot and they told me that it won't be as
hard as I think and that they can help me. They thought finding the
fabric would be hard but that is the easy part. I was told I don't need
a serger unless I plan on making alot of gear and that it is easier to
learn on a sewing machines. I was also told how to create my own
patterns from existing gear I have so I should be in good shape. Now
all I need to do is get the basics I need, get some material and good
thread (Guutermann) and it is a matter of trial and error and
practicing. Like I said, for now I just want to make stuff for myself
and not for the everyone in the wrestling business.
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> rather than relying on others to make my gear (costumes) for me, I
> would like to make my own. I have done research on the internet
> concerning sewing lyrca/spandex, stretch velvet. Most of the
> information pertains to costuming, swimwear and dancewear. I understand
> that to do this correctly, a serger should be used for the seams and a
> zig zag stitch for everywhere else. I was going to just buy Brother
> sewing machine and serger for Wal-Mart. I am having difficulty in
> finding patterns for singlets sometimes referred to as unitards.
> QwickSew seems to be the only one that has patterns for lycra tank
> tops, bike shorts, tights etc. I guess you could piece together the
> tank top and bike shorts and make a singlet pattern. I have also read I
> could trace my existing gear and make patterns out of that. Getting the
> people that make this type of gear/costumes to talk to you about how to
> do it is near impossible as their is a huge call for the stuff and few
> people that make QUALITY gear. So they aren't ready to give up any
> secrets of where they get their material or how they work their magic.
> The best gearmaker in the world has an 11 month wait to have anything
> made. I would much rather be able to make my own creations so they fit
> perfect and look exaclty like I want them too rather than wait months
> to get something that doesn't fit or isn't exactly as I wanted. So I
> guess I am looking to those that know sewing to answer what machines I
> need and wear I can get patterns. Also are there any place to be taught
> or books that show you how to sew this type of garment? Most
> seamstresses I have asked that can make wedding gowns and anything else
> won't even consider making me any gear. They take a look at what I have
> now and say they couldn't do it so now I want to give it a try. If
> anyone needs examples of what I am looking to make, I can post various
> websites for gearmakers. Thanks in advance for any help.
>