How To: Sewing a Sleeve (Dressmaking)

[@andrascsirmaz3043]

Most comments are about sewing, but what I noticed is that you are an incredibly good teacher. Never ever give up this part of your role/life, you're great at it!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much. I really needed this today. Thank you 🥰

[@andrascsirmaz3043]

@@MadetoSew Good timing then, I guess! Now on to watch your lovely channel again... :)

[@MadetoSew]

@@andrascsirmaz3043 Definitely, thank you. 🙏

[@triniunispy]

You and your tutorials are a God sent for people who love sewing but can't afford classes. Thank you

[@MadetoSew]

I am so pleased I can help. I really hope you enjoyed the tutorial and good luck with your sewing. Aneka x

[@mi13estrellas]

can you go over sleeve rotation (forward/ back/ up /down) for better movement in garments?

[@irenecurran8049]

Made to Sew u

[@mayahammod5584]

I second that i paid 200€ for a class not even as half as good and clear as this one with unclear view.

[@kimberlywiley7727]

Your explanation of how to ease a sleeve in is the best I have found so far. Thanks for the detailed tutorial.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much. I really appreciate this. Aneka x

[@lindamore7374]

Thank you. Just wanted to let you know that your videos are still very much appreciated. Love that there’s no gimmicks or music, just clear, helpful, practical and well presented advice.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you. I really appreciate your comments😍

[@christineaitken1144]

I am completely new to sewing and self taught. With you in my corner I have proudly completed a beautiful fitted wool coat with princess seams and notched collar. Thank you so much for what you provide on your content. You give me the confidence to tackle things I would have never dreamed possible. 😊

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Christine, this really means a lot. Thank you so much and WOW, I am so impressed that you made a beautiful wool coat. Wishing you all the best on your sewing journey. Aneka x

[@terriharrigan7249]

The best sewing teacher on the planet. Well done!!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much Terri😍

[@ugopeabody351]

I am constructing a men's shirt for the first time. I was confounded by the instructions on the Simplicity pattern so I went to youtube & found you. I was able to follow your easy, clear directions & actually sewed in the sleeves. Thank you so much!!

[@MadetoSew]

What a lovely comment. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. It means so much that I was able to help you. Aneka x

[@margaretlougheed1390]

Brilliant teaching. Just fitted sleeves into my granddaughter’s little dress . All of your lessons are excellent . Thank you

[@founddeadinmiami]

this video is so incredibly helpful. ive been self-teaching myself how to sew for the last few months and this explained sewing sleeves the clearest and with the most details. thank you so much!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you.

[@proudasiangirl576]

First of all, I wanted to say hello Aneka! I love your channel. You are a fantastic teacher. Your instructions are so clearly given and so detailed. No nonsense nor gimmicks with music and a long intro. You just get right into the topic matter. I LOVE IT! By the way, thank you for including the U.S. metric system with your videos!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much, this really means a lot. I need to get back into making new content, if you have any requests please feel free to share them. Thank you for your kindness and support. Aneka x

[@anitav5842]

“Let me say that you are a anointed sewing whisper for all who watch and sew, YOU CERTAINLY HAVE MADE A DIFFERENCE in my life.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much. So glad I could help. Aneka xx

[@anitadixon7079]

You have made such a clear video! I teach sewing in a high school and like to find clear tutorials that my students can watch - it means that they can all be at different stages and still have "one-on-one" teaching. This will be in my list of favourites!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much Anita. Really pleased you like it. Thank you. Aneka :-))

[@Joyfuldream]

This is great tutorial. What impressed me the most is that you really took the time and replied all comments. Wow and because of this you have my bigger respect :)

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks so much, really kind of you. I just want everyone to know that I appreciate their reviews and feedback. Aneka :-))

[@winsunn4759]

This is the best and easiest to follow tutorial I've ever seen. You are a wonderful teacher. Thank you.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you ever so much for your lovely words. I am so pleased you like the tutorial and my teaching style. Aneka x

[@ringwe]

Not only you explain the process in a clear way, but you also break it into little steps we can follow along. You always leave me confident I can actually advance into more complex projects!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank is so lovely to hear. Thank you.

[@dancetoday542]

Aneka, you are always my go-to person when I want to learn or check something. I don't think I have set in a sleeve using gathers since my 20's. This was the perfect tutorial. Thank you

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks so much Marilyn. Glad it helped.

[@frosties131]

I come back to this video again to check out what I've done wrong when inserting the sleeve. Your video is always of high quality and educational, thank you very much for putting the time and effort in making them.

[@MadetoSew]

I am so pleased I could help Eva. Thank you for taking the time to write a lovely comment. Aneka x

[@momwifeprofessional]

I would just like to say that I totally agree with the positive comments below about this video and other videos that you put forth. Your instructions are timeless and I can tell that you really want people to fully understand the technique you are teaching, its not just for entertainment. This video as well as other videos I can rely on whenever I need a refresher. Thank you, thank you, thank you for your instructional videos I truly appreciate your efforts and knowledge in the wonderful art of SEWING you truly are Made to Sew. Peace and Blessings to you and yours.

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Terolyn, thank you for taking the time to right such a lovely message. Really pleased that you enjoy my videos and style of teaching. Thank you for your support. Aneka x

[@jessiemc1816]

Wonderful tutorial. You are an excellent teacher. Thank you so much. I want very much to sew my own clothing, but I lack confidence. I'm not able to take classes at this time, so content like this is exactly what I need. Thanks again!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much!

[@tiff8683]

Your tutorial is so comprehensive and clear, THANK YOU! I couldn't find anyone who explains it quite as clearly as you. It's my first sleeve so all the stich sizing, basic tips and step-by-step images were insanely helpful. You are a god-send to beginners like me and you have a real skill for teaching as well as sewing!! Thank you!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you for such a lovely message Tiff. Really pleased that I could help you with your first sleeve. Aneka :-))

[@faeryfox6253]

I do believe that was the clearest explanation I have heard to date. Lovely. Thanks.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you that is very kind of you. Aneka

[@lornadouglas7887]

I have really enjoyed listening to this tutorial the lady is giving very clear instructions and feel I can now confidently tackle my dress which I have put off for a long time.

[@MadetoSew]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lynnmoore2684]

The BEST VIDEO FOR SETTING SLEEVES I HAVE EVER SEEN!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much Lynn. This means such a lot. Aneka x

[@graymaquilter9641]

Amazing tutorial - brought back memories of ALL those sleeves I sewed-in decades ago... now I can (hopefully) quickly rescue my granddaughter’s color guard troupe. Their coach resigned two days before they compete for state, leaving them with several unfinished tops. They compete tomorrow, gasp.. This video was awesome with excellent details. Thank you so much!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much for such a lovely message. I wish you good luck finishing the top and sending lots of luck and best wishes to your granddaughter. Aneka x

[@Bananadiva1]

Thanks for yet another brilliant and easily understandable tutorial. Whenever I get stuck your channel is the first one I come to for advice!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much I really appreciate that.

[@jfregoe]

I love how your instructions are so precise and clear - they're helping me a ton with my homework for a fashion design program:)

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Jessica, so pleased I could help you and good luck on your course. Aneka x

[@mrsthomsonsvideos450]

The best tutorial ever. I have always struggled a bit with the front and back of sleeves when inserting them into a top. This explains it so easily and is giving me the confidence to try another top. Please keep your tutorials coming. I am very impressed.

[@3815djones]

The absolute "best" tutorial I have seen yet. Thank you so much for sharing. Great tutorial!!!!!

[@MadetoSew]

demetra jones Hi Demetra, wow that is SO kind of you. Really pleased you enjoyed it. Good luck with the next sleeves you sew! :-)) Aneka x

[@MsGorobin]

This is a fantastic tutorial. I could have saved myself so much time and aggravation if only I watched it a dozen dresses ago. Thanks so much for sharing!💕🥂

[@MadetoSew]

So pleased I could help you.

[@Someone-ks7on]

Thank you so much Aneka!! This is the best video ever about inserting sleeves!!!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you. x

[@elaine1250]

That’s so amazing to the likes of me who is a novice to inserting sleeves that way , this has made it so much easier to understand , thankyou so much for a brilliant tutorial !!

[@MadetoSew]

You are so welcome!

[@chillyourbiscuitszombie7815]

I have been making tank top dresses for years and finally decided it was time for me to learn sleeves. This was fantastic and my dress turned out wonderful.

[@MadetoSew]

So pleased I could help. Aneka x

[@donna3769]

I'm just starting to sew and your videos are just wonderful!! I love all the detail and patience you seem to have. I have subscribed and will be following....thank you so very much for the time and attention you put into these videos!!

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Donna, thank you for your kind words, I am so pleased that you like my tutorials. Wishing you all the best on your sewing journey. Aneka x

[@muffetgrant1567]

I just wish i was near you. How did i not find your channel from day one. I am more than greatful for you.

[@MadetoSew]

I hope you find them helpful

[@meetatrivedi4687]

Thank you for fantastic step by step video... I am a beginner and have watched many videos ... however, yours is the best among all... thank you. God bless

[@MadetoSew]

So nice of you, thank you and glad I could help.

[@nicolereeves5271]

This is the best tutorial I’ve ever watched. I’m so glad I came across your channel and am excited to learn more from you!

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks so much Nicole. Such lovely words, thank you. Aneka x

[@peggyrichards-pattie6104]

Thank you SO much!! This is incredibly helpful. You are a wonderful teacher -- so clear and easy to follow. Thanks a million!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much Peggy, you are so kind Aneka

[@rinwesley3092]

One of these best channels on KZbin by far. Thank goodness for these videos...I do wonder how she works with all these pins without sticking herself.

[@MadetoSew]

Bless you, that is very kind of you to say. Thank you so much for your lovely positive comment. I am really pleased I could help. Aneka

[@GraeGloomvale]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! I was stuck on a project where I had to sew in sleeves because I didn't know what the pattern was asking me to do. Your explanation was so much clearer than the instructions on the pattern. The sleeves look great. Thanks again!

[@MadetoSew]

So pleased Jenny. Glad I could help. Aneka x

[@bellatrixguerra]

Bless you for mentioning stitch length so often. Bless you.

[@MadetoSew]

Sorry if it was overkill! Sometimes I can mention it too often, I just wanted to make sure everyone understands and the video can be watched by a complete beginners. Aneka x

[@bellatrixguerra]

Made to Sew NOT AT ALL!! I appreciated so much, I wasn't being sarcastic!

[@MadetoSew]

Oh thank you xx

[@stacyr.3809]

I really enjoyed this tutorial. Instructions are very clear and understandable!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much Stacy. Aneka x

[@koalalou68]

Awesome tutorial on setting in sleeves. Very detailed step-by-step explanation. Thank you!!

[@MadetoSew]

So pleased you liked it. Thank you. Aneka

[@teresacrain2060]

Thank you you make it so easy to follow along and understand and whenever I get ready for a project I always look to see if you have a video to help me through it thank you

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you. I'm so pleased they are helpful.

[@glenacregarden5534]

Thank you so much Aneka. I am working hard on my first Copen (first dress ever) and so thankful for your tutorials!

[@MadetoSew]

I am so pleased Gina, thank you.

[@laivickyXD]

extra effort indeed does make work so much easier! Thank you

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you, Aneka

[@YousNora]

Your tutorials are simply the most detailed and comprehensive. Such wonderful quality. I am so grateful to have found them! Thank you so much! I have been struggling with lining a bodice that has sleeves. I simply want to add lining to the bodice and not the sleeves. Please let me know how this is done so that it hides the sleeve seams in between the bodice and bodice-lining. Thank you XO

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Nora, thank you for your lovely comment. I am so pleased you enjoy my tutorials. There are 2 methods you could do here: 1. Is to add interlining / underlining to your garment fabric. Basically you will use your lining fabric and position this against the main fabric once they have been cut out (WRONG sides together) before you begin sewing. Attach them with basting / tacking stitches or spray adhesive (if this works for your fabric). Then you will treat the bodice layers as one, this won't hide the seam allowances at the armhole but there are situations when this will work better than the method below. 2. Is to line the bodice as normal, attach it at the neck edge etc. Then you will have to send the armhole seam allowances from the garment in the opposite direction (towards the body of the garment). As I mention in the tutorial the general rule is to send sleeve seam allowances towards the sleeve but if you want them hidden they must go the other way. You will probably need to trim and clip them to make sure they lie flat and don't pull. By pushing these towards the body you will have a flatter sleeve cap, if you think this is too flat you could add some extra fabric such as silk organza as a sleeve head to fill out the top of the sleeve. Once you have the seam allowances towards the body of the garment you will press under the seam allowance of the lining, again this may need trimming and clipping and position the folded edge of the lining over the seam allowances to hide them. Hand stitch with a invisible slip stitch in position. Does this make sense? I think I will film a tutorial as it sounds like a great idea! Thank you for the inspiration. Best, Aneka x

[@norayousefi9337]

Hello Aneka! Thank you for such a detailed explanation. I always thought it was such a clean feature in a garment but I could not understand how it was done. I have a much better sense of applying this now. It is very kind of you to take your time to teach us how to sew. I would love to see a tutorial on this. Thank you! x Nora

[@MadetoSew]

Nora Yousefi Glad I could help Nora and it makes sense. I had added it to the list for a tutorial - I have a project coming up I think it could work with. So please stay tuned! Aneka x

[@clintonvu5392]

Incredibly helpful video. It deserves so many more views. Thank you very much for it!

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Clinton, that's very kind of you. Thank you very much. Aneka

[@LJ3783]

I'm working on a costume for comic con and your videos are a god-send, thank you so much!!!

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks so much. So pleased I could help and good luck with the costume! :-))

[@DragOnABudget]

Just purchased the clover fork pin because of you...loving it!!!!

[@MadetoSew]

So glad!

[@deborahspooner8046]

Oh boy, I knew I could rely on you to give me a solution. I just finished putting in gathering stitches according to the pattern but I found that I could not get it smooth around the stitching line. Your instructions to sew between the notches instead makes perfect sense. 👍🏾

[@MadetoSew]

So pleased I could help Deborah. Thank you for the lovely message and good luck with your sewing. Aneka xx

[@sheilasewell3955]

Brilliant tutorial. So clear and concise. I feel confident that I will be able to tackle this now. Thanks.

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Sheila, that is so kind, thank you. Really pleased I could help. Aneka x

[@arlenebaratta]

I really enjoy your tutorials. You're very thorough, easy to listen to, and make me less afraid to try things (until I actually go to try them, go into a panic, and then I find myself back here before sewing a single stitch lol). I'm 100% new to sewing. I just attended my first local sewing class last night but have been watching you (that sounds creepy, I mean your tutorials) for months. Thank you for all your time and dedication to showing us so many of your tips and tricks. I can't wait to actually START creating clothing! I'll be sure to have your tutorials on when I get the courage to attempt something. lol

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you for such a lovely message Arlene. I am so pleased that you like my tutorials and style of teaching. Huge thank you and good luck with your sewing. Aneka x

[@arlenebaratta]

Thanks! I finally created my first article of clothing! It was only PJ bottoms (really really baggy and comfy ones)! But with my first piece completed and your tutorials, I'm all set now! I just needed a live human there to get me started at first I guess. Thanks again for all your time and effort! Very much appreciated. :)

[@MadetoSew]

I am so pleased that I could help. Well done on the PJ bottoms, that's such a great place to start. Aneka x

[@Karla-wj9lc]

An excellent tutorial which made the process so much clearer to me. Thank you :)

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you Karla, I'm so pleased it was helpful.

[@jimhooper4252]

This is absolutely the best video for sleeve setting .

[@MadetoSew]

JIM HOOPER Hi Jim, thank you that is such a kind thing to say. Really pleased you like it. Aneka :-))

[@Grace-oh3rg]

I love your tutorial so easy to follow ,I am new to sewing and every video you have is helping me to sew my dress from burdastyle pouch .

[@MadetoSew]

So glad I could help you Grace. Thanks, Aneka x

[@davidmarks509]

Wonderful guide. Probably way more than I needed for a simple kids T-Shirt sleeve. I found this guide Very informative with that gathering method. Maybe I will need to use that when I make my own long sleeve shirts.

[@MadetoSew]

Really pleased I could help David. Good luck. Aneka

[@shiraniratnayake5771]

I am so thankful to you as you explain every thing very clearly and in detail. Thank you again. Please give in detail how to finish the blouse.

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Shirani, thank you so much. The Facing tutorial for this is coming on Sunday! Stay tuned! Aneka x

[@Miss_Melly_D]

thank you Anika your tutorial on the arm sleeve setting is great I just recently struggled with pattern to find the pattern isn't written well your tutorial helped me do it your way and now the sleeve is in with no puckers.

[@MadetoSew]

So glad I could help.

[@daniellesmith7390]

I needed this so bad for my sewing class! Thank you so much!!!

[@MadetoSew]

My pleasure, I'm glad it was helpful.

[@USMC0331Veteran]

thank you so much for such excellent video instructions! I am a very tall and slim man at 6'8 and my wife and I have given up on buying store bought shirts, so I am now going to learn how to make my own men's dress shirts. thank you again and I commend you for your amazing teaching skills!

[@MadetoSew]

Hi James, thank you for your lovely, kind comment. I am so pleased that I have been able to help you and your wife learn to sew and make your own shirts. This is wonderful to here and I wish you all the best on your journey. Thank you, Aneka :-))

[@USMC0331Veteran]

Hello Aneka I will post a picture when I get it done, I'm going to pattern if off one of my old service Bravo's from one of my Marine corps uniforms due to the tail being longer than the usual dress shirts I have been fighting with. Once again thank you!

[@MadetoSew]

Wonderful news, I can wait to see the images when you have had a chance to finish it. Thank you for your kind support! Aneka

[@PaMelLa_580]

Thank you very much for a very thorough step by step tutorial. You're awesome!

[@MadetoSew]

Glad you enjoyed it Pamela.

[@ALowe-re2ou]

Thanks for this! Demystified the whole process and I attached my first sleeves with success!

[@MadetoSew]

Awesome news I am so pleased.

[@elizabethjohnson5295]

This was so useful, my sewing pattern makes a lot more sense now!

[@MadetoSew]

Glad I could help.

[@debschultheis544]

Thank you for this video. Can you please do a video on how to make and sew on a bell sleeve? I would so appreciate it. Thank you.

[@MadetoSew]

Great suggestion. Of course. Aneka x

[@daniellebrown2916]

Thank you so much for creating these videos! It's very detailed and clear. Our family is having a hard time financially, but with your 5 day tutorial and other videos- I know I can make nice gifts for Christmas. TY and wishing u success.

[@MadetoSew]

So pleased I could help you Danielle, and sorry to hear about your situation. Stay positive and have a lovely Christmas season with all your loved ones. Aneka x

[@Leti1971]

Thank you for being so clear. All the info you give us is necessary and precise. Thank you! :D

[@MadetoSew]

Glad you liked it. Aneka

[@EsseJD]

Excellent again. Many many thanks 😊

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you.

[@MyDaisy66]

Brilliant! You really are the best teacher. Thank you.

[@MadetoSew]

You are so kind. Thank you. Aneka x

[@Mister_Soyuz_on_YT]

That Puckering warning using left hand for upper checking and right hand for bottom checking really ease me when machine stitching. BTW, your nails in glitter look amazing. ❤❤

[@MadetoSew]

Oh thank you so much, they were rather jazzy! I am so pleased that tip helped you. Good luck with your sleeves. Aneka

[@saragomes1311]

this is a proper explanation of how to insert a sleeve. thank you so much

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you for our kind words Sara. I'm pleased you found it informative.

[@kadelol5020]

YAY!! Thank you so much! I’ve been struggling with this for an hour or two

[@MadetoSew]

So pleased I could help! 🙌

[@charlottearena]

Fantastic, really enjoyed this tutorial. Thank you:)

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks Lottie.

[@rosemariehuggins8293]

I start sewing a dress two month ago and had to stop because I was having trouble with the sleeves and round neck facing. thank you so much your tutorials was ever helpful. By the way this was my first attempt to sew a dress

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Rosemarie, wow, I am so pleased that I have been able to help you sewing your first dress. Thank you for your lovely comment, wishing you all the best with your sewing. Aneka

[@sylwienzik]

I've just put my first sleeves on a dress and this video was extremely helpful! Thank you very very much! My sleeves turned out good, couple of imperfections but I can accept that as it was my first time :)

[@MadetoSew]

You are so welcome!

[@Yararar]

Such clear instructions and such a lovely accent! What a great video and channel :’)

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you very much.

[@lynetterene]

Wow!!! This was the best explanation ever!!! Thank you....just what I was looking for

[@MadetoSew]

You're very welcome!

[@loveistheanswer2380]

Another clear and helpful tutorial, thank you. I'm ready to make my first inserted sleeve!

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Leisha, thank you for your lovely comment. So pleased I could help and good luck with your sleeve! Please let me know how you get on. Aneka

[@smcgee2010]

Thank you for sharing this tutorial, you made it simple to follow. 👍🙏

[@MadetoSew]

Glad I could help.

[@kimnguyen1227]

this was so wonderfully detailed. Thank you!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you. Aneka

[@maryhull531]

Great tutorial. Very clear and concise instructions .🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you Mary.

[@imsewjamaican]

Brilliant tutorial can’t wait to try it out!!

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks very much. Aneka x

[@judesudbury3967]

thank you, this is the best video I've seen for sewing sleeves. I wondered why my pattern has two notches on one side of the sleeve, but no corresponding notches on the bodice as the pattern doesn't explain this; it's assumed knowledge, so thanks for mentioning this! I was also interested to note that you pin parallel to the seam rather than at right angles like most. It seems like you need less pins. I'll try this next time.

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks Jude, glad you liked it. Aneka x

[@Dibdib35]

So, I followed your tutorial for sleeves, learnt so much and got them in successfully 😀now I’ve to attach a bias strip to neckline 😩thanks once again for great, clear instructions 😘

[@MadetoSew]

Amazing news! I am so pleased it is going so well for you. Thank you for sharing your achievement. Aneka x

[@AyNoumi]

Thanks for this video, I always make my projects from patterns to finish, and this is very helpful for me, because I don’t have any background about sewing 😊

[@MadetoSew]

So pleased. Aneka x

[@el4942]

Very thorough tutorial!!!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you.

[@skinnydee1886]

Very detailed and informative video as usual; I'm learning so much from each one of your video's. Btw, instead of putting a pin and wrapping the thread around it, I usually knot the ends of the thread together; I've never thought of using a pin! Aneka, can you please show us how to make a toddler's hat? Thank you 🙏

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much. What sort of toddlers hat are you thinking of? Perhaps we can add it to our filming list?

[@skinnydee1886]

@@MadetoSew Aneka, Oh that will be great! I really want to make two hats for my neighbour's children. One for a 2 year old toddler and one for a 4 year old preschooler. I'd like to know how to take the measurements of their heads to get a proper fit. Thank you 🙏

[@MadetoSew]

@@skinnydee1886 What style of hat are you thinking of?

[@skinnydee1886]

@@MadetoSew Something like a simple sun hat with a little frill at the end or so 😊 thank you 🙏

[@akaye643]

You are a blessing. Thank you so much for your videos they’re are awesome ❤️

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much, so kind.

[@yasminabdelmaboud4696]

Hi from Egypt😍😍 your tutorials are awesome I really know nothing about sewing , I started watching u and with each tutorial I watch I get more and more excited to learn more Please can u tell me which one should I watch frist to help me to understand every thing step by step

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Yasmin, you are so kind. Glad you like my videos. I would suggest maybe the Beginners Series to go through techniques that you don't know first? kzbin.info/aero/PLfxTlKMr7TsDHyZv7_dKMEzbNiuGV8Ilu And then dressmaking wise I have a class for a dress: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d4SunqqvbN2eos0 and a skirt: kzbin.info/www/bejne/goTbooyDptN1eJo and on my website www.madetosew.com I teach pattern drafting. 😊

[@yasminabdelmaboud4696]

@@MadetoSew thanks a lot I can't wait to see all of those😘😘😘

[@MadetoSew]

@@yasminabdelmaboud4696 Thank you xxx

[@marwalandalouse2042]

thank uuuuu ...you still the best Ever on KZbin in my opinion😉

[@MadetoSew]

You are too kind! So pleased I could help. Aneka x

[@theja7774]

Thank you 😊 very helpful. I want to know , how to get armholes measurements & sleeve drafting .

[@MadetoSew]

Glad it was helpful. I am starting a range of online classes on my website and these will cover pattern drafting. The first one is a skirt: madetosew.com/classes/online-classes/ and then I will move onto other things. Aneka 😊

[@jenny6212]

Very good demo!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you

[@esperansaloughran693]

Fabulous instructions! Thank you! Very clear.

[@AliciaCatalina]

Thank you for this amazing viedo because I read the books show step by step but as always viedos help clearife on how to to sew the sleves. Thanks again.

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Bertha, so pleased I could help. Thank you for your lovely comment, pleased I have been able to clarify what you have learned in books. Good luck with your sewing. Aneka x

[@AliciaCatalina]

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[@AliciaCatalina]

My first official project.

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Bertha, I can't see what you tried to share? Sorry! The link doesn't seem to work? Aneka x

[@AliciaCatalina]

Oh, thanks for letting me know

[@EmmaRV93]

That was so incredibly helpful! Thanks so much!

[@MadetoSew]

Glad I could help Emma.

[@AkankshaFashion]

thank you for upload this video...i am really happy...and now i watching....

[@MadetoSew]

So pleased you enjoyed it. Thank you! Aneka

[@doreenfuller6190]

thank you , as i am at that stage now on a dress and was a little tense about it,

[@MadetoSew]

Really pleased I could help and goos luck. The worst thing that can happen is you have to unpick it. Stay positive! Aneka x

[@doreenfuller6190]

thank's

[@bodyandsoul17]

Thank you! So detailed and so helpful!

[@MadetoSew]

Glad it was helpful!

[@NihonFreak94]

thank you so much for this! This is exactly the tutorial I needed for what I'd like to do. Very well explained, even for a beginner like me :D

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Tama, thank you so much for your lovely comment. I am so pleased I could help and you enjoyed the tutorial. Thank you, Aneka x

[@tsilsby888]

Excellent video. Thank you very much.

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks Teri.

[@jennmarie8719]

Thank you so much for all your tutorials, your teaching style is so easy to understand, it really feels like I'm in a classroom with a great teacher! I have a question regarding adding sleeves to patterns that don't have sleeves on them. Is it possible to borrow sleeves from other patterns that are similar and adding them to the sleeveless pattern? Is it possible that you might be able to address this in a future video? I can't seem to find much information about this, other than people saying it's easy to do, but not many directions on what to look for to avoid making mistakes. Thank you much x

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Jennifer, thank you for your lovely words, I am so pleased that you enjoy my tutorials. Thank you. I will be doing some videos on drafting sleeve patterns etc. with my free Copen pattern. These will hopefully help you. The first issue you have to think about is whether the pattern has the armhole in the correct place for a sleeve to be inserted? Sometimes sleeveless garments have the armhole cut in deeper for a nicer look. If the armhole can have a sleeve inserted then you will need to measure the sleeve and armhole (stitching lines) to look at the difference, to see whether they can work together. In my opinion the sleeve can have up to 1" (2.5cm) of extra room (ease) than the armhole (this large amount of ease is often seen in the big four pattern companies). However I prefer a smaller amount of ease say 3/8" - 1/2" (1cm). Even if you get the size correct you may still have some shaping issues, you could try and test in calico? It might be easier to draft the sleeve from scratch to fit the new bodice? Aneka x

[@jennmarie8719]

Made to Sew Thank you o much Aneka, your explanation is so helpful. I was considering changing out the short sleeve variation on Simplicity 1418 for an elbow length one. I wasn't sure if changing out the sleeve would be possible. Or even somehow elongating the sleeve they've provided? I'm definitely going to watch out for your video on drafting, very interested in that. And combined with your easy to understand teaching method, should be very informative, thank you!

[@MadetoSew]

I would try and lengthen the current sleeve, then the cap shape will work with the armhole. Hope this helps. Thank you, Aneka