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Tailor’s Ham
noun
A tightly stuffed pillow used as a curved mold when pressing curved areas of clothing, such as darts, sleeves, cuffs, collars or waistlines. Pressing on a curved form allows a garment to better fit the body contours. To accommodate tapering or garments of different sizes, it has roughly the shape of a ham.
Traditionally the ham is made with a tartan fabric on top and a heavy-duty muslin on the bottom pocket area. The pocket allows the user to slip their hand inside and assist in the pressing process.
*Also called a dressmaker’s ham.
Tailor’s Ham Stats-
- Use plaid side: for fabrics requiring low to medium temperatures.
- Use cotton side: for fabrics requiring medium to high temperatures.
- Where to use: On garments or bags with darts, molded curves and tapered areas.
- Where to buy: A standard Tailor’s ham is available at your local quilt shop or here on line.
Click the pictures below to learn how to use a tailor’s ham it in your sewing.
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