how to sew atamfa

how to sew atamfa

Sewing atamfa is a traditional Nigerian garment that is worn by both men and women. Atamfa is a loose-fitting garment that is typically made from lightweight fabrics such as cotton or silk. It is characterized by its wide sleeves and full, flowing skirts. In this blog, we will walk you through the steps of how to sew atamfa, from start to finish.

Step 1: Gather Your Materials

To sew atamfa, you will need the following materials:

Fabric: Choose a lightweight fabric such as cotton or silk. You will need about 4-6 yards of fabric depending on your size.

Thread: Choose a thread that matches the color of your fabric.

Sewing machine: You will need a sewing machine to sew your atamfa.

Sewing needles: You will need sewing needles in various sizes to match the thickness of your fabric.

Pins: You will need pins to hold your fabric in place as you sew.

Measuring tape: You will need a measuring tape to take your measurements and ensure that your atamfa fits properly.

Scissors: You will need a pair of sharp scissors to cut your fabric.

Step 2: Take Your Measurements

Before you start sewing your atamfa, it is important to take your measurements to ensure that the garment will fit properly. Measure the following:

Chest: Measure around the fullest part of your chest.

Waist: Measure around the narrowest part of your waist.

Hips: Measure around the fullest part of your hips.

Sleeve length: Measure from the top of your shoulder to your wrist.

Garment length: Measure from the top of your shoulder to the desired length of your atamfa.

Step 3: Cut Your Fabric

Once you have taken your measurements, it is time to cut your fabric. To do this, lay your fabric out on a flat surface and use a measuring tape and scissors to cut out the following pieces:

2 front panels: Cut 2 rectangles that measure the width of your chest plus 2 inches for seam allowance, and the length of your garment plus 2 inches for seam allowance.

2 back panels: Cut 2 rectangles that measure the width of your chest plus 2 inches for seam allowance, and the length of your garment plus 2 inches for seam allowance.

2 sleeves: Cut 2 rectangles that measure the width of your chest plus 2 inches for seam allowance, and the length of your sleeves plus 2 inches for seam allowance.

Step 4: Sew the Sleeves

Now it is time to sew the sleeves. To do this, lay one of the sleeves out flat on your work surface, right side up. Place the other sleeve on top of it, right sides together. Pin the sleeves together along the edges, leaving a small opening at the top.

Using a sewing machine, sew the sleeves together along the edges, making sure to leave the opening at the top. Then, turn the sleeves right side out through the opening and press them flat.

Step 5: Sew the Front and Back Panels

Next, it is time to sew the front and back panels together. To do this, lay one of the front panels out flat on your work surface, right side up. Place the back panel on top of it, right sides together. Pin the panels together along the edges.

Using a sewing machine, sew the panels together along the edges. Then, turn the garment right side out and press it flat.

Step 6: Attach the Sleeves

Now it is time to attach the sleeves and finish up