Pattern Creation for Unique Sleeves
Drafting the Sleeves: The Tiered Sleeve 1
A course by Minna Konttijärvi , Pattern-Maker and Dressmaker
About the video: Drafting the Sleeves: The Tiered Sleeve 1
Overview
“Here, you will learn how to draft a tiered sleeve pattern. We will be adding both flare and gathers to the sleeve pieces. ”
In this video lesson Minna Konttijärvi addresses the topic: Drafting the Sleeves: The Tiered Sleeve 1, which is part of the Domestika online course: Pattern Creation for Unique Sleeves . Learn to create different sleeve styles from a basic pattern and design your own blouse..
Partial transcription of the video
“Last but not least, we are going to draft a tiered sleeve. So here, I have already traced the basic sleeve pattern. This time, it's going to be a bit longer than elbow length. So here we have the elbow line, so you can trace it a little bit below it. And remember to add all the notches and also the bicep line. So I'm going to make the sleeve a length three centimeters below the elbow line. Like this. There will be two tires and both of them start at the top. But the lowermost tire will have a partial lining. And this is to avoid creating bulk at the armhole seam. So first, let's add some fl...”
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Course summary for: Pattern Creation for Unique Sleeves
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Areas
Fashion Design, Pattern Design, Patternmaking & Dressmaking, Textile Design

Minna Konttijärvi
A course by Minna Konttijärvi
Minna Konttijärvi is a renowned pattern maker and designer with a special focus on textures and volumes. Since 2018, she has been running the blog The Shapes of Fabric, where she shares her expertise in pattern making and sewing with readers worldwide. She is also the author of Mad About Sleeves, a book dedicated to her passion for sleeve design.
Throughout her career, Minna has collaborated with various fashion industry professionals to create unique collections. She worked with the independent sewing magazine Tauko Magazine, designing a pattern for their first issue. Additionally, in 2019 and 2021, she launched two personal collections, one focused on geometric shapes and the other on denim textures.
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