Inlay and gimp- group2 by nadia https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2 What is inlay and why it is used? How and where is gimp thread used on en-us 2016-10-27 17:35:26 UTC 2025-09-29 16:46:26 UTC hello@padlet.com http://www.needlenthread.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/silk_gimp_01.jpg Harry Clarke harry_clarke97 https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/135510588 "The inlay is an additional piece of cloth within the garment’s seam which allows for greater freedom for readjustments between fittings. It’s prevalence in bespoke clothing is necessary to ensure the garments longevity can be maintained for as long as possible. Not having an inlay can make it very difficult to adjust a garment post fitting."]]> 2016-11-04 20:54:43 UTC https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/135510588 Mateusz Gutowski mateusz_gutowski https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/136327511 Gimp is a special thicker thread used for decorative top-stitching and buttonholes. Also for hand sewing buttons on thicker fabrics (to support and raise buttonhole stitching) and some soft furnishings. ]]> 2016-11-09 09:30:56 UTC https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/136327511 2016danceshow https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/136989440 The inlays are "enlarged" seam allowances which are used for fitting. This article explains Inlay well:
http://www.cutterandtailor.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=399

]]> 2016-11-11 12:58:50 UTC https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/136989440 Emma.Handy 2016danceshow https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/136992352
Gimp is made of silk, wool, or cotton and is often stiffened with metallic wire or coarse cord running through it.   Originally the term referred to a thread with a cord or wire in the centre, but now is mainly used for a trimming braided or twisted from this thread. Sometimes gimp is covered in beads or spangles.  
The term "gimp" for a braided trim has been around since the 15th and 16th centuries.

]]> 2016-11-11 13:17:48 UTC https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/136992352 Karin Lavér https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/137681237 ”Inlays are left at certain parts of most garments in order to provide scope for adjustment and alteration should these be required at any time. In juvenile clothes they are of greater importance than in those made for adults, children develop rapidly and increases to lengths and girths of their garments are often necessary.”]]> 2016-11-15 12:31:29 UTC https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/137681237 Samantha Graham sam17195 https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/138539543 What Is Inlay?
A inlay is a extra piece of fabric in a bespoke garment’s seam, to allow for future alteration.

What is Gimp Thread?
A special thread used to support and raise buttonhole stitching.]]> 2016-11-17 19:32:19 UTC https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/138539543 Raphaella - "Inlay" also called Seam allowance raphaella https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/138571400 Seam allowance (sometimes called inlays) is the area between the edge and the stitching line on two (or more) pieces of material being stitched together. Seam allowances can range from 1⁄4 inch (6.4 mm) wide to as much as several inches. Commercial patterns for home sewers have seam allowances ranging from 1⁄4 to 5⁄8 inch (6.4 to 15.9 mm).

Sewing industry seam allowances range from 1⁄4 inch (6.4 mm) for curved areas (e.g. neck line, armscye) or hidden seams (e.g. facing seams), to 1 inch (25 mm) or more for areas that require extra fabric for final fitting to the wearer (e.g. center back).

]]> 2016-11-17 21:29:37 UTC https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/138571400 Raphaella - "Gimp" Thread Gutermann 30 ideal for buttonhole. raphaella https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/138573519 In order to prevent the buttonhole from stretching out of shape, and to provide firmness to the buttonhole, a thick strand of special silk thread called gimp will need to be placed underneath the buttonhole stitches.]]> 2016-11-17 21:42:17 UTC https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/138573519 Muhammad Peart https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/138957427
Four Cord or Gimp
In order to prevent the buttonhole from stretching out of shape, and to provide firmness to the buttonhole, a thick strand of special silk thread called gimp will need to be placed underneath the buttonhole stitches.
There are a couple of producers of this gimp out there still, but I use one in particular called Agreman gimp, which is made by Gutermann. As far as I know, it is only produced in Spain. It is made with filaments of silk, which are then bound by another layer of silk thread, making it very strong and stiff. Other gimps I have seen have contained or been made with polyester thread, so I have avoided them.
If you do not wish to use this type of gimp, it is possible to make your own, using a strand of silk buttonhole twist. Cut a length about 18 inches long, and double it. Secure the ends by weighing it down, taping it, or with your teeth. Begin twisting the thread around itself, stopping just before the point when it begins to form little tension knots.
http://williamsclothiers.com/2012/01/hand-tailored-buttonhole-tutorial/
]]> 2016-11-20 19:52:14 UTC https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/138957427 https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/138957611 2016-11-20 19:55:36 UTC https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/138957611 Jo Baaklini jobaaklini https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/139027466 A spool of Gimp]]> 2016-11-21 09:36:32 UTC https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/139027466 Jo Baaklini - Inlay example jobaaklini https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/139029841
"You can see here how the added inlays are dealt with. The backs have added material for adjustment and size increases. The inlays are marked with thread tailor tacks, and this line matches with the edge of the fronts. I then know to sew 1/4" inside of that line."
http://victoriantailor.blogspot.co.uk/2013_07_01_archive.html]]> 2016-11-21 09:48:38 UTC https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/139029841 Inlay - Shevonne Harper https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/140058910 An extra piece of fabric in a bespoke garments seam, to allow for future alterations. ]]> 2016-11-27 22:57:09 UTC https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/140058910 Gimp Thread - Shevonne Harper https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/140059801 A narrow ornamental fabric or braid of silk, wool, or cotton, often stiffened with metallic wire or coarse cord running through it, used as trimming for dresses, curtains, furniture, etc. Any coarse or reinforced thread, such as a glazed thread employed in lacemaking to outline designs. ]]> 2016-11-27 23:08:47 UTC https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/140059801 harry_clarke97 https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/141339016 2016-12-02 10:46:26 UTC https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/141339016 Harry Clarke - Gimp Thread harry_clarke97 https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/141340181 "[Gimp thread] consists of stiff core (which is either black or white), tightly wrapped in fine viscose filament of the appropriate color. The buttonhole stitch is worked over the gimp using a silk twist. The gimp provides reinforcement, and really makes the buttonhole stand out on the surface of the cloth."]]> 2016-12-02 10:54:12 UTC https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/141340181 Grace Lothian graceylothian https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/141554824 Inlay is an extra piece of fabric reams,
Nearly always used in a bespoke garment seam.
Leaving room for further alteration,
Any time the owner has a little gestation.
You’d never know it was there.

]]> 2016-12-03 16:53:53 UTC https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/141554824 Grace Lothian graceylothian https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/141556640 Gimp is a special type of thread,
It is used to support and raise the button hole head.
Many tailors use this hand sewing method
Perfecting the techniques over centuries.

]]> 2016-12-03 17:26:47 UTC https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/141556640 Raphaella M'Bemba Buttonhole Thread "Gimp" raphaella https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/142418294 A thick thread of fine viscose wrapped around core filament, it is called "gimp". Gimp thread is used to reinforce buttonhole and most of all make it stand out of the surface of the cloth. It provided strength and firmness. But not only that! it also prevents the buttonhole to stretch out of shape, gives it longevity. ]]> 2016-12-07 20:20:57 UTC https://padlet.com/nadia_goretti/inlaygimp2/wish/142418294