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Can you use a pattern designed for woven fabric to sew with knit fabrics?

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As a general rule, it’s a good idea to follow the fabric recommendations listed on a sewing pattern. There’s a reason they’re recommended. But with a little background knowledge, you can always bend the rules a bit.

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To briefly summarize the video, keep the following points in mind:

Does the pattern have enough ease? Stretch fabrics require less.

Waist darts help distribute the width more evenly in woven fabrics, but in knits they usually look odd and add bulk. What works well with all fabric types are princess seams

Does the pattern need a closure?

Cuffs work only on knitted fabrics, while facings work only on woven fabrics.

Keep in mind that narrow sleeves work only on stretchy fabrics.

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