Clear Plastic Adult Bib Pattern
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This is a pattern similar to the Pink Plaid except the body piece is not gathered so so that it is suitable for vinyl and plastic fabrics that can be wiped down instead of laundered. There is a drip pocket added as the plastic fabrics do not absorb drips and run down past the bib and stain clothing. It can also be used for regular fabrics.
| This bib was designed for construction with plasic or vinyl fabrics, which are best used with a drip pocket. It is also suitable for Cotton Flannelette, Tablecloth Fabric or any fabric that is absorbent and launders well. * Pre- wash fabrics . |  |
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*Print the Pieces and Tape Them Together
Matching the Grid Lines and Letters.
Before starting choose a yoke based on the type of fabric that you are using.
- B. Yoke with tie ends - not suitable for plastic
Use instructions #2 below - C. Yoke - suitable for a narrow bias tape
not suitable for plastic
Use instructions #2 below - D. Yoke - suitable for bias tape
suitable for plastic/vinyl
Use Instructions #1 Below
#1. Sewing Instructions:
How to Make a Plastic/Vinyl Bib Finished with Bias Tape.
*If you wish to use fabric with a bais tape finish, use 2 layers of fabric for the yoke.
Step #1
- Cut 1 Yoke Piece
- Cut 1 Body Piece
- Cut 1 Drip Pocket Piece
- Cut 1 inch wide bias strips out of the vinyl fabric (possibly in a contrastin colour) You can use the fabric bias tape but it will absorb moisture and possible stain.
*Use tissue paper when stitching plastic to prevent bunching,remove paper after stitching is done*
Step #2 Finish Body Piece
Finish each side with Bias Tape, finish bottom with Bias Tape.
Sew Bias tape around whole drip pocket piece. Place on main body at markings and stitch around bottom of pocket, then sew a verticle line at center front of pocket.
Step #3 Assemble the Yoke
Finish Yoke Piece with Bias Tape
Stitch body to yoke between circles. Use 2 lines of stitching one on either edge of bias tape
Step # 4 Velcro
Fit the bib for Velcro placement and stitch in place. If using clear plastic, place a decorative patch on the visible side of the plastic to hide velcro.
#2. Sewing Instructions:
How to Make a Fabric Bib, Finished with Facings
Step #1
Cut out pieces using the outside lines.
Cut 2 Yoke Pieces- there are 2 different yokes to choose from
- B. Yoke with tie ends - suitable for facing
- C. Yoke - suitable for facing
Cut 1 Body Piece
A drip pocket is not necessay.
Step #2 Finish Body Piece
Turn 1/4 inch hem on each side, then finish bottom the same way.
Step #3 Assemble the Yoke
Stitch body, right sides together, to one of the yoke pieces between circles. Open the body from the yoke.
Place the second yoke on the other, right sides together. Sew on stitching line leaving a 4 inch opening for turning.
Clip seams, turn, slipstitch the opening closed. Press carefully and topstitch if you choose.
Step # 4 Velcro
Fit the bib for Velcro placement and stitch in place.
Tip #1 - Washing
When using Velcro, close before laundering.
This will minimize damage to other clothing in the laundry load.
I will prevent bibs from snarling up if you are washing several at a time.
Tip #2 - Traveling
Bring an attractive bib along for long airline flights where eating will be required.
Tip #3 - Traveling
Everyone can use a bib on long car trips to save yourself from spills.
Tip #4 - Cosmetics
Keep a bib in the bathroom to slip on before applying make-up.
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