Sourcing Illusion Mesh Net & Tulle | Bridal Sewing Fabrics | Part 2 of Design a Bridal Line Series

Have you been searching for the perfect illusion net for the wedding gown you are designing? Are you repairing a damaged bridal gown and need matching fabric?
This video is for you!!
This is Part 2 in my Design a Bridal Line Series
Here's some terminology for your searches:
Types of stretch commonly available: 2 way and 4 way.
Power mesh: A strong, durable, stretchy fabric
Illusion tulle: Very fine tulle most commonly used for veils or bridal skirts
Open mesh: Netting
Net fabric: can include mesh or tulle
(these two above terms are used in very circular ways.)
Shape of holes:
Bobbinett: Hex mesh or honeycomb is 6 sided
Filet net: Diamond, 4 sided, very fine tulle.
(There are also a square & an octagonal which is rare for fine bridal.)
Gauge: The size of the holes.
Netting is made by: weaving, knitting, knotting, interloping, or fusing thermoplastic fibers
Hand ranges from soft, to stiff, to coarse
I'll add the links to any of the samples that I happened to miss posting in the video. If miss one, let me know in the comments.
Here's one- the soft cream tulle: On Etsy, the store is "shopLUXETULLE." It's their high quality, extra soft tulle 118" wide.
www.buymeacoff...
www.bridalsewingtechniques.com
music:
Music: Moonglow
Musician: EnjoyMusic
URL: enjoymusic.ai

[@a.b.2957]

you're an angel. And a gifted teacher - no ego and all skill and knowledge and talent. mad video skills. I'm blown away. TY

[@BridalSewing]

Wow! Thank you so much. That's so kind of you.

[@BridalSewing]

This is covering *sourcing* the types of mesh/net/tulle, if you want details on terminology and specifics for how to order the different kinds, read the video description. :D Thanks for joining the Premiere!

[@emsilverman2]

It's scary how timely this video is for me. Thank you so much for generously sharing your knowledge ❤️

[@kerriadkins8197]

This video has been super helpful, along with so many others! I have been sewing for 20 years (I’m 29) but I wouldn’t say I’ve done it well all that time. I generally avoid thin, slippery, and stretchy fabric but now I’m attempting to alter my own wedding dress. Its been trial and error trying to recreate the wide tulle straps but make them durable to comfortably hold up my 34 G bust 😬. I didn’t know 1/8 bias tape tulle on tulle was a thing lol. It was a sample gown so the straps were already damaged but I’ve shredded them just trying the dress on so many times and then lifting the lace off that crawled up the straps. I appreciate the tips and just the fun personality in your videos 😊

[@Muhsinah.Nadeem]

This is a really good video

[@marymozal7545]

Thanks you for this series. My Daughter is just about to get engage. She says I can make her veil. She doesn’t want to overwhelm me with a dress. I’m so excited.

[@gwenpughes8835]

Just what I needed! I was trying to source some net/tulle today!

[@eleanorvanpelt5695]

Thank you for showing your amazing knowledge and carefully prepared videos. I am altering a prom dress for my granddaughter and had to take in the back zipper. The dress is a beautiful gown with two lace layers and two layers of lining with a small train. I am nervous about doing the front hem . It also has a front side slit. I got many ideas from you. Thank you so very much!!!

[@sewshesaid]

Thanks so much for the info. Wish I would have been able to watch this before my last wedding dress currently in production. Bride said tulle, she was actually speaking of the super fine. Remade that skirt😑. Always learning.

[@aaliyahraks]

thank you for sharing ... i only sew for myself and my daughter but its good to know where to find things

[@sarahcrowley9882]

You are the best! This isn't something you had to do, but this channel has been such a blessing to us!

[@BridalSewing]

Thank you for watching!!

[@TheSmockerlady]

Thank you for such a comprehensive video, just having to order my first illusion fabric for a cocktail dress I will be starting soon.

[@rebekahkasperson9539]

I can't even say how helpful this video is! Thank you so much for sharing your sources!

[@dikicibridal-customwedding739]

Wow! This is so helpful and generous of you. Your videos are very much appreciated.

[@barbarawalser7130]

Once again you have hit the ball out of the park! Thank you so much!

[@miriamgillham6701]

Thank you for taking the time to generously making this information available. It is absolutely a wonderful video. Appreciate it so much.

[@Ninjozata]

I appreciate this so much. I’m only sewing for myself and loved ones so it’s so tough to ‘break in’ to the knowledge yknow? Thank you so much for sharing and educating and being such a wonderful resource

[@iheartbridalcouture5989]

Thanks so much!! I’m getting ready to construct some gowns and wanted reputable vendors. I usually traveled to actually feel the fabric I was purchasing simply because it saved so much time. I find the hex shape is more bias-y and will stretch with the girl for sleeves. It’s also easier to build apps on. If you’re hand sewing which I usually do. I can’t get it to look as good as I want it to with the machine. I feel like you have so much more control hand tailoring it. But it’s probably because that’s how I was taught Can’t wait to order!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@BridalSewing]

I agree. If I had my druthers, I would take a trip to nyc and just buy it all at once. That's in the next video! Lol

[@iheartbridalcouture5989]

@@BridalSewing Can’t wait!! Bless you for what you do for seamstresses!! 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@BridalSewing]

Thank you for watching! ❤️

[@pattypartida9111]

So amazing to see all the types of fabric and use. Loved it. Thank you. I will be looking for material to make my friend's veil. In the next few months. So excited.

[@lorigroeneveld8374]

You are always a source of knowledge!! Thank you.

[@michellewelch6013]

This is so full of practical knowledge! Thank you!!

[@sam-co1oo]

etsy is awesome. that's where i get my fabric too

[@sewnita8608]

Thanks for so much information, I really appreciate

[@braunmar7]

So helpful as usual!

[@terryjanisch905]

Great up close video.

[@BridalSewing]

Thanks! I'm loving this new camera. I was impressed! I didn't know it would shoot those details that well! Samsung Galaxy s22 phone.

[@velvetstitching3631]

For those of us who alter, design, and sew only a small amount of garments per year - I find it frustrating that finding the right fabric or supplies is so limited! I only do projects I have time to do, or to help friends - not as a for profit business. I just finished altering a gown for a friends daughter - illusion bodice with a soft cotton lace. It was a size 12 altered to size 4 - after resizing I ended up stitching the lace appliques back on - all by hand - Very time consuming! (I do not have a sewing machine that can do free motion stitching well enough for me to feel confident to sew that way.) During the whole project I found sewing on the illusion netting challenging to say the least. And the netting, stretchy chiffon type outer layer fabric, and 2 layers of stretchy (slinky!) knit underskirts around the zipper really caused some issues too. (esp around the tape with the elastic loops for buttons! All the layers of differing fabrics and weights - I broke needles and had some looping thread before I was finally successful!) 😁 Anyway - I found so many of your video tips VERY helpful - thank you so much for ALL the information you share so freely! I love your channel! Keep up the great work! 😍

[@susancelotto122]

I am looking for something to go under lace sleeves for a first communion dress. The bodice will be all-over Alencon Lace lined in satin. However, the sleeves will be thhe same lace but "see through." Because of the way the te lace is made, it is slightly stretchy. I wanted to line the sleeves with something soft, stretchy, and invisible because I don't want to hem the cuffs. I'll attach the invisible lining to the end of the sleeve, turn, then finish the sleeve. Anyway, I'm not sure which mesh to use (or maybe te same organza that is going over the skirt). The little girl has light skin and the lace is called Diamond White (somwhere in between bright white and off-white). Do you ave a suggestion for what I should use? I saw bobbinet and thought that might work BUT I didn't know there were so many choices until I saw yor video!!

[@darlene0104]

this is really helpful

[@mariaandress7083]

Thank you !❤️

[@janeahrens572]

I do usually buy a larger ‘sample’ so I can tell what I’m getting.

[@carlruss7003]

This video is amazing!! A bit off topic but I have 2 questions regarding tulle and can’t find an answer anywhere, so if you had any tips that'd be amazing! 1. Would “new york designer fabrics- Italian nylon tulle” at 5.55 work for a sheer bodice? I’m working on a bustier design with lined cups and boning but I’d like everything else to be sheer, I’m working with tulle for the skirt so I’d like it to match, but I’m not sure if it has enough structure, should I double up? Use a less drapey tulle? 2. Do most of the sheer bodices you work with have stretch to them? Can non stretch tulle work? (Specifically, I’m talking about the main bodice pieces, not any extra illusion backs or necklines) worried that it might rip at seams if there isn't enough room for movement Thank you!!

[@BridalSewing]

Test, test, test. That's probably why you can't find answers. Each panel, each dress requires a different degree of stretch and support. Typically, I do find the actual, structural pieces have little to no stretch and are usually lined with a sheer organza to strengthen it even more.

[@carlruss7003]

thank you!! again a bit off topic but i'd love your input! I’ve found that tulle hits a sort of “peak” with how soft it can be, while still maintaining other qualities like stiffness, flocking, pleating, lace etc. Even the more expensive tulles seem to still have a slightly rough handfeel (unless they are very VERY drapey with no stiffness at all or stretch tulle). Since you've worked with a range of wedding gowns, I'm wondering if you found the same?@@BridalSewing

[@BridalSewing]

yes@@carlruss7003

[@lfuentes4098]

This is great info. I have a dress brought to me to be fixed. It has a hole in power mesh back bodice next to buttons. Not sure what to do short of remaking the whole back or patching and camouflaging with lace. Do you have any referrals for finding sheer foundation undergarments to wear under fitted lace dresses? Thanks for your video. Lots of great info.

[@hanneliebrand70]

Thank so much. I consider this a masterclass. Seeing a BST KZbin notification is always so exiting 💖 Not sure if this question was already asked: when I attach the illusion back of the dress to the main dress should I use a straight stitch or a stretch stitch?

[@BridalSewing]

Straight or applique. Depending how you are putting it on.

[@hanneliebrand70]

@@BridalSewing Aaaah I see. Thanks so much.

[@megansuarez8144]

Can you teach us how to use shaping mesh?? 🙏🏼🥺

[@sarahblaisdell8995]

Could you give tips/ advice on how to find lace to match an existing dress?

[@Xinhua777.]

I watched the video on different types of mesh,now am interested l want to make my first bridal simple wedding dress,which types of fabrics should l use l need your advice

[@TheSmockerlady]

Hi there, Following your description I ordered the superfine illusion from Ontrend fabrics that you mentioned and as I am new to working with this kind of fabric, may I ask for your expert advice....what sewing machine needle do you use and what stitch length works best? I would be so grateful for any guidance you can offer. Many thanks for this informative and very helpful video. Kindest regards.

[@BridalSewing]

9bp, with 2 5 length. 🤩

[@TheSmockerlady]

​@@BridalSewing Thank you so much. You are very kind.❤

[@liviusdurka9914]

What is a French Tull exactly….is it stronger? Just asking cause I Wanne make a dior inspired dress with Tull ruffles and Iam so afraid that the the skirt can’t take the weight of all the ruffles…that the halfcircle skirt could be ripped….or do u think a normal fine Tull could hold the wait?

[@liviusdurka9914]

By the way thank u very much if u answer my question and sorry for my bad English xoxoxox from germany

[@BridalSewing]

I would do the base skirt in french tulle, then finer tulle for ruffles

[@assieray]

Hello! Which of these tulle / mesh do you recommend for making bridal corset bodice?

[@BridalSewing]

You actually normally start with a sheer organza base instead of just mesh. Even the manufactured ones are like that. Browse a wedding dress shop to peek at the guts and also watch my videos. Wait. I'll link one in my next reply. Gimme a min...

[@BridalSewing]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnfHaH-irrZ0gKs

[@albanadervishi]

Hi! Do you have a favorite bridal illusion tulle for veils?

[@BridalSewing]

The most affordable, yet sheer is from such-a-deal lace & trim in California.

[@MariannaDesigns]

Thank you for the video. Is there a way to buy Gelmor fabrics online? I can’t seem to find shop on their website.

[@BridalSewing]

You call them

[@ryan_sadlerxoxo]

do you have a beading video 😭😭 i saw your side seam tutorial and i need to know ur trick on how u bead it back

[@BridalSewing]

No, I don't have have a trick. I just sew them back on. It is time consuming.

[@demetrarowan6037]

Thank you so much for sharing, may I ask where did you source the “cream buttermilk” tulle? Thanks

[@BridalSewing]

Ah! On Etsy, shopLUXETULLE. It's their high quality, extra soft tulle 118" wide.

[@amparoortiz1678]

Thkss for showing…..but just to let u know…not all designers. … allow the bridal salons. To Order lace and fabric

[@teniecedonald4964]

hello I was wondering what is the best one for applique

[@bellaboo4643]

Bridal shops can order fabric from their designers. Then you get the exact same fabric as the dress.

[@BridalSewing]

That would be at 14:20 in the video.

[@carinaparsons1189]

Yes a good place to start, but not all shops are able to do that. It's great to have these other sources to turn to!

[@BridalSewing]

...And it leaves the issue of what to do if you are making a custom gown.

[@janeahrens572]

That mesh looks like very fine chicken wire!

[@BridalSewing]

Yes!!! That's how I think of it too! After I said stop sign, I was like, oh dear, the internet is going to explode because it's not 8 sided. Lol But a lot of shapes come to mind.

[@janeahrens572]

Many people call it that. They can’t remember geometry either.

[@janeahrens572]

@@BridalSewing I have chickens so I immediately think of it!

[@jessicabrown9550]

ISO best veil tulle by the bolt? Esp looking for colors ‘oyster’ and ‘champagne’ most only have 3 options TIA. US source preferred