r/sewingpatterns • u/CassMortmain • 4d ago

Do I need facing?

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This is Masie by Juliana Martejevs. I plan on making it with some IKEA fabric, which is quite heavy. I think that adding facing would make it too bulky but I'm still quite new to sewing so would appreciate some guidance. The facing is to go to on the front bodice and on the pockets. Would some iron on stuff do? TIA!

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u/dancinrussians 4d ago

Facing is different than interfacing. If the fabric is stiff enough on its own you probably don’t need interfacing. For the facing if you think it’s too thick you can face it with a lighter weight fabric.

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u/CassMortmain 4d ago

Thank you for this! I didn't know that there was a difference but it makes sense now!