How To Sew Fake Fur With Ease? A Comprehensive Guide

Want to sew fake fur but don’t know how? Then don’t worry, we have got you covered. In this blog, we will explain the process of sewing fake fur. 

But before explaining the process, let us dive into the world of fake fur. Sewing fake fur opens up a world of creative possibilities, which allows you to craft luxurious outfits and accessories. 

You can also make home decor with it. This idea might seem difficult at first but with the right techniques and guidance, you can create a stunning fake fur piece on your own.

Sounds interesting right? Let’s begin! 

1. Everything You Need to Gather To Begin

Alright, let begin by going over the basics you need to know and gather. 

• fake fur fabric
• matching thread
• sharp scissors
• a seam ripper
• sewing machine
• hand-sewing needles
• Some pins 

Alright ladies, now that you have gathered the tools, it’s time to met the story.

2. How to sew fake fur?

2.1 Preparation

First and foremost, you wanna begin with preparation step! Here you wanna begin by laying out the fabric you’ve chosen fake fur fabric on a flat surface  with the fur side down. Also, make sure to lay it down on the side of the nap direction ( Natural Fur direction). After that, just move onto the cutting step. 

2.2 Cutting Techniques

Let’s move on the cutting process! This you wanna start getting the right scissors or proper cutting tools. Remember you may wanna avoid using regular scissors for cutting fur, as they may crush the fur and can create uneven edges.

Instead of regular scissors you should use pointed scissors, they will have a clean look. While cutting don’t cut fur fibers as it can affect the overall look of the outfit.

2.3 Sewing Machine Setup

Nextup let’s get the basic setup for your the sewing machine done. Choose a machine needle that is suitable for heavy fabric as fake fur can be a bit bulky. You have to choose a long stitch setting on your machine to prevent the fur from getting caught in things. 

2.4 Pinning and Marking

Let’s move on to the 4th step. In this step, you need to use clips and pins to secure your fabric to the right position. Don’t start pinning through the fur side as it can lead to a visible hole, so make sure to pin on the backing side. 

2.5 Sewing Seams

Okay, on the taking care of the seams allowances,  Here you gonna to start the sewing stitching carefully and continue sewing along the markings you have made on the fur piece.

Also, make sure that fur does not get caught in the machine. You can use backstitches and zigzag stitches to secure your fur in place. 

Once you are done with the sewing process, use a seam ripper to trim any loose ends.  But don’t forget to leave seam allowance to maintain proper structure. 

2.6. Finishing Touches

Okay, on the last but not the least step of adding those bespoke touches. This is where you goona add your chosen embellishments to give your personal touch. Always, use a sharp hand sewing needle to stitch these things to your fake fur. 

Congratulations, ladies! With this, you have successfully sewn fake fur on your own. 

3. What to keep in mind for maintain fake fur? 

If you’ve decided to sew on fur trim without any experience then here are some tips that can enhance your sewing experience:

The more you practice, the better your sewing skill will become. That’s why all you need to do is practice. For a seamless closure, you need to use straight stitches on scrap fabric. That’s why make sure to practice on a scrap fabric before attempting it on the fur directly. 

Also, make sure to brush it daily with a wide toothed comb. Also, avoid exposing your fake fur to excessive heat. 

Closing Thoughts

All in all, many folks believe that sewing fake fur on your own is a hard task and it requires professional help. However, with the proper guide, you can sew faux fur easily. Just remember to be patient throughout the entire process as it can really hard working with faux fur.

Have you tried the method? Share your experience with us in the comments section.