How to Sew a Designer Shirt

Name: How to Sew a Designer Shirt
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Learn how to take a standard commercial shirt pattern and turn it into a one of a kind designer shirt!

Created byMaree Pigdon

Last updated 9/2020

English

What you'll learn

How to sew a designer shirt
Easy collar technique and how to sew a perfect collar
How to take your body measurements in the right way
Fitting to your body shape - especially if you're multi-sized!
How to adjust a commercial pattern to suit and fit your body measurement
Pattern placement essentials & pattern matching
Maree's easy hemline technique
Adjusting the pattern to create your own customised shirt template
How to transform a standard commercial pattern into a designer garment
Professional finishing techniques
Expert sewing tips, tricks and skills from Maree all along the way...!
Over 4 hours of step by step video tutorials

Course content

8 sections • 31 lectures • 4h 15m total length

Introduction1:00
In this lecture you will meet your online sewing teachers Maree & Jacqueline Pigdon.
Requirements List1:02
In this lecture you will receive the list of items you need to have before starting your sewing project.
Written Instructions0:02
In this lecture you will be able to read the supportive written instructional document.
You can read it all in one go now, and/or read each corresponding section as you watch each video.
This document also includes the requirements list which you can print and take shopping.
How to choose your pattern2:05
In this lecture we discuss how to choose your pattern.
Type of Pattern

How to take body measurements11:25
In this lecture you will learn how to take all the necessary body measures to create an excellent fit for your unique body shape.
How to choose your size16:17
Choosing your size is not always as easy as you think, you will learn how to do this.
Body Shape Tips8:23
In this lecture you will learn some tips to help you learn about your own unique body shape.
How many body measurements should you take?

Cutting Designer Style Part 116:03
In this lecture you will learn how to cut out your shirt including how to cut on the bias and how to pattern match.
Cutting Designer Style Part 218:10
In this lecture you will learn how to cut out your shirt including how to cut on the bias and how to pattern match.
How to transfer markings5:15
In this lecture you will learn a great way to transfer important markings from your pattern to your fabric.
Which threads to use1:14
In this lecture we discuss thread types.
How to stay stitch2:26
In this lecture you will learn tips on how to stay stitch and why it's important to do so.
Cutting notches

Let's start sewing!1:47
In this lecture we start sewing!
Garment Construction Part 17:46
In this lecture you will learn how to construct your shirt to give you the best fit and a professional finish.
Garment Construction Part 210:38
In this lecture you will learn how to construct your shirt to give you the best fit and a professional finish.
Garment Construction Part 39:16
In this lecture you will learn how to construct your shirt to give you the best fit and a professional finish.
How sew bias seams2:56
In this lecture you will learn how to sew a bias seam.
Garment constructions & glossary of terms7:06
In this lecture you will learn more garment construction techniques and how and when to refer to the glossary of terms.
Cutting on the bias

Hemline Technique8:41
In this lecture you will learn an excellent technique on how to take up the hemline of your shirt.
Front Band2:49
In this lecture you will learn how to apply your front band.
Maree's 2 part collar technique part 116:58
In this lecture you will learn Maree's 2 part collar technique which is an easy way to apply your collar.
Maree's 2 part collar technique part 217:57
In this lecture you will learn Maree's 2 part collar technique which is an easy way to apply your collar.
Narrow Hemlines

Sleeves & Cuffs part 116:38
In this lecture you will learn the easy way to insert a sleeve and how to sew designer cuffs.
Sleeves & Cuffs part 216:55
In this lecture you will learn the easy way to insert a sleeve and how to sew designer cuffs.
Buttons & buttonholes20:07
In this video you will learn how to sew buttons and how to sew easy buttonholes using a buttonhole foot.
Buttonholes
Finished Designs & their differences11:42
In this lecture Maree points out all the differences between the two shirts, one following the commercial pattern and two, using all her designer details, sewing tips and tricks.

Requirements

A minimum of basic sewing skills e.g. you know how to use a sewing machine
If you're a complete beginner, we recommend completing our Zero To Sewing Beginner PJ course first.

Description

Go 'Beyond The Pattern' and learn how fit a shirt to your unique body shape, even if you're multi sized.

Learn designer details that you will be able to use in future sewing projects too.

In this course we will teach you step-by-step how to enhance your sewing skills to turn a standard shirt from looking homemade into an exclusive one of a kind designer shirt you will love to wear!

Basic sewing skills required.

Who this course is for:

People who love to sew and would like to develop their sewing skills
Home sewing enthusiasts
Sewers who would like to learn how to sew like a professional
People who want to wear shirts that fit, feel good and look great!

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Welcome & Introduction4 lectures • 4min

How to establish your size3 lectures • 36min

Fabric & Pattern Preparation3 lectures • 19min

How to cut out your shirt5 lectures • 43min

Sewing6 lectures • 39min

Hemlines, front band & collar4 lectures • 46min

Sleeves, cuffs & buttonholes4 lectures • 1hr 5min

BONUS LECTURE2 lectures • 2min

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