Project Scallop Top

I'm currently in this stupid scallop phase where I find clothes with scallop trim designs oh so appealing. After much consideration and imagination (squeezed my brain juice trying to think if this would turn out well considering my noob sewing skills) I decided to DIY one.

I'm actually quite happy with the result LOL Transformed this oddly shaped dress (nice colour, though) into a scallop trimmed top.

Firstly, put the dress/clothing on and plan where you want to place the scallop trim. I decided on above the 'flare skirt' as there's a line there to guide me.

Search for inspirations online and decide on the size of the scallop. Look for a round object with the appropriate size. Imagine your scallop as being half of the object. Draw around it with a fabric pencil. Remember to draw on the wrong side (inside) of the fabric!

Sew along the line. I could only use this normal - - - - - sewing (which I think is not that sturdy) cos my sewing machine is faulty. It's better to use VVVVVV (better for stretchable material too, I think) or that special one to 'seal the seams'. I have no idea what isit called but look at the edges of your clothes and you'll know.

Then cut the fabric according to the scallop sewing. Leave some space between the sewing and where you cut. I left about 0.5 cm here.

Alternatively, you could fold it in & sew but it's hard to fold in scallops and I was lazy =x

DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME

Well, not really but just to let you know, it's really dangerous. Not only could you burn your fabric & ruin your hard work, you could burn your finger/hand/house!

Some fabrics are extremely flammable

Test with an unwanted piece before proceeding

You could use a safer alternative which is a joss stick (used for praying) but I discovered it leaves grey marks from the ash.

Depending on your fabric, that could be your last step but since mine frays a little, I used a candle to burn the edges (it melts and seals the edge). Technically, the fabric does not touch the flame; just near enough until it melts from the heat. It could melt really fast so pay attention!

Don your new clothing & show off! xD

Sorry for the bad explanation and skill! I hope I'll improve my sewing ^_^ I'm sure there are better methods out there but this is fast & easy. It probably won't survive the washing machine though so I'm keeping it strictly hand wash only xD

Anyone made something similar? I would love to see it =)