November 4, week 10

1. Due: Sleeveless Shell/Tunic
2. Presentation: Necklines, Contouring, Sleeves, Collars, Closures

Students have one week to watch assigned video chapters, measure for sleeve with a class buddy, draft and sew a simple blouse block muslin with two fitted sleeves (no button placket).  For the blouse block, extend the back shoulder 1/8 – 3/8″, sew the back shoulder dart, do not fold out the width of the front armhole dart unless cup C or D. If cup C or D, follow instructions in the video.  Keep the blouse block short in order to conserve fabric.

Watch and Follow Patternmaking + Design: Creative Sleeves Course:
Introduction and Getting Started, 44:33 mins
Basic Sleeve Sloper and Tailor Sleeve, 51:42 mins
Additional videos regarding sleeves pattern making and sewing are available under Assignment Support: Sleeves

3. Demo: sewing a set-in sleeve, serger/overlock machine
Additional videos regarding sleeves pattern making and sewing are available under Assignment Support: Sleeves