Sewing and Design Specialization

Overview

“We move on to the next phase, where you will learn the essential techniques for attaching sleeves and finishing off seams with precision in dress assembly. You will learn methods for handling sleeve gathers, edge finishing, and tools such as clippers and steam irons to ensure a professional look. This lesson prepares you to seamlessly attach the sleeves to the bodice and move on to preparing the skirt.”

In this video lesson Domestika addresses the topic: Sewing the Bodice - Part 3, which is part of the Domestika online course: Sewing and Design Specialization. Master sewing techniques: from using a sewing machine to creating garments like dresses, trousers, peplum tops, and backpacks.

Partial transcription of the video

“I've got the notches and they're going to be matching each other. Then I'll pin them in place. I need to find the notch at the shoulder. Yep, there it is, the center notch and match it in place with the seam allowance at the shoulder and pin. Now I prefer to pin my sleeves onto the armhole with the gathers facing upwards but then some people prefer theirs downwards. I like mine to be on top because I want to be able to see what I'm doing and stay in control. So I know there's a bit of a debate on social media about the right way to have gathers but just note that it's totally up to you and ...”

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Course summary for: Sewing and Design Specialization

• Level: Beginner
• 100% positive reviews (51)
• 10254 students
• 11 units
• 83 lessons (15h 27m)
• 36 downloads

• Category

  Craft, Design, Fashion

• Areas

  Accessory Design, Arts & Crafts, Botanical Illustration, DIY, Embroidery, Fashion Design, Fiber Arts, Pattern Design, Patternmaking & Dressmaking, Sewing, Textile Design, Upcycling