Lining a GarmentWhy and How?

Fashion

Definition of LiningLining: Fabric used to

finish the inside of a jacket, coat, skirts, dress, or pants

The Purpose of LiningPrevents the garment from

stretching

Reduces wrinkling

Attractive inside, because it covers any inseams

Covers insulation for added warmth

Selecting Lining Fabrics1. Choose lining fabric that

is firmly woven, slippery, and static-free

2. The color a jacket lining can either match or contrast with the outer fabric

3. For a dress that may have a thin outer fabric, choose a matchinglining fabric! Why?

How is a lining constructed?• Construct lining separately, then

insert it into the garment • For coats, jackets, vests, and

dresses…– The lining is stitched around the

facing edges

• For skirts & pants…– The lining is attached along the

waistband and the zipper

Two ways to sew a lining hem

1. Lining hem sewn separately

2. Attach the lining hem

Sewing the lining around the zipper

Most common: hand sew the lining to the zipper

Use a slipstitch

Be sure your hand sewing does not go through to the fashion fabric side!

How to choose a lining fabric…

Always drape the garment fabric over the lining fabric…see how the two fabrics look and feeltogether!

Choosing a lining fabric…

1. Is the lining too soft or too crisp for the shape you want?

2. Does the color show through or change the color of the outer fabric?

3. Do the two fabrics have compatible fibercontent?

4. Can both fabrics be cleaned in the same manner?

5. Do they require pressing?

How to stitch the lining?1. Separately! 2. Follow the pattern directions! (5/8” seams) 3. Seam finishes (serging) may not be needed

UNLESS: the fabric ravels easily

4. Attach the lining to the garment5. Secure along zipper/closure 6. Hem (together or separate)