Reducing Sleeve Cap Ease by Sure Fit Designs

[@kt9105]

Thank you so much for this video. You make it so easy without all the math and calculations. I've had so many problems with sleeve caps. Please continue doing videos with your cheaters techniques. You have helped me so much

[@vladanatalie]

Hands down the easiest method to reduce sleeve cap ease!! Took me 2 minutes, I'm so happy ❤❤

[@eileenball39]

This video explains so much, thank you.

[@keeperofthehomeat4dfarms]

Thank you so much for this tip. Easing sleeves is such a pain.

[@Torontogal777]

Excellent technique! These days, I see mostly knit fabrics. I would like to adapt some of my favourite dress and top patterns that were designed for woven fabrics to be used for KNITS. The bodice is no problem to reduce slightly, but the issue is the sleeves; TOO MUCH SLEEVE CAP EASE. I read that knit fabrics generally do not require any sleeve cap ease, or a maximum of 1 cm. So, I would love to see a video or blog about how to remove sleeve cap ease. I tried one method that a professional pattern designer demonstrated in a KZbin video. He used the “swing the pattern to the right, then to the left” method to redraw a new sleeve without cap ease. However, he only needs to remove a small amount of ease. I have some patterns that have an excessive amount of ease. (Simplicity). So using his method, and redrawing the sleeve, seems to drastically change the sleeve dimensions, especially at the underarm, plus the top part to the sleeve (the bicep area) also becomes reduced. There must be a better way! Another trick I have used is to just trim the sleeve cap slightly from each middle insertion dot on the front and back of the bodice. I’m not sure how correct this is, but o tried it and it works, but it does require some tedious trials, trimming just a tiny bit at a time.

[@marshasmith4300]

SO grateful for your instructions!

[@juanitasews5782]

Ordering Basic Jacket Design Along by Sure-Fit Designs now. I already have the Leaflet #4 but wanted to see the video also. I've been sewing for decades, but love learning, and I love SFD..

[@surefitdesigns]

Thanks so much for your comments - I'm so glad to hear you love sewing with SFD.

[@engien460]

So easy but effect so much better .

[@balduvinaarmas8571]

The best video that I learned.Thanks so much.

[@surefitdesigns]

So glad this was of benefit to you. Thanks for watching.

[@11daisies]

Making a perfect sleeves always a struggle for me, thank you so much for the tips! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@glendasparling8896]

You are most welcome!

[@Sarah-fp9oc]

I have sewn do many years, and your sewing tutorial thoroughly helped me immensely with my redrafting of a pattern issue in regards to ease. It was a simple, informative and easy to understand.

[@surefitdesigns]

Sarah - I'm glad the information was of benefit for you. thanks so much for your comments.

[@wandaromero9949]

Thank you, Glenda. This tip will be so useful. That sleeve and I have struggled.

[@glendasparling8896]

I knew you'd appreciate this. Try it and let me know how it goes.

[@dianakidd5688]

I’ve been sewing with SFD for years now & still loving everything about it! Seeing your blazer on the mannequin in the background made me want to ask: Do you think one day you’ll have a Pattern Leaflet for sale, that guides us in using our SFD Shirt Kits to draft a classic Blazer like that one? I’d love it- or a Sew Along.

[@glendasparling8896]

Hi Diana, great suggestion, we will keep that in mind for a future leaflet. You could also use the directions for the neckline and collar on the Basic Jacket Design Along and just lay it over your Shirt Kit pattern. www.surefitacademy.com/courses/basic-jacket-design-along-by-sure-fit-designs OR you might like this Jacket which does use the shirt kit - www.surefitacademy.com/courses/1-button-lbj-little-black-jacket

[@corriezietsman7061]

Thank you so much!!!!!!

[@VanessaHape]

This is great, and very well presented. Thanks so much.

[@surefitdesigns]

@VanessaHape - thanks for your comments. I'm glad it was beneficial for you.

[@khe999]

Hi Glenda, I am new to SFD and am getting ready to construct my muslin. Took a look at the poly cotton symphony broadcloth you recommend from Joann Fabrics. Your video may have the blends reversed. You state that the Symphony is 65% Cotton and 35% Poly, but Joann lists it in many colors as: Symphony Broadcloth poly-cotton blend fabric is versatile, easy to use and colorfast. Width: 45 inches Content: 65% Polyester & 35% Cotton Care: Machine wash warm, Delicate cycle, Do not use chlorine bleach, Tumble dry low Theme: Solids

[@surefitdesigns]

K.E. - well, if Joanne's says it 65 Poly and 35% cotton, they are right...my error! I've been under the mistaken impression for YEARS!!! that it was the reverse. Funny how our memory and minds play tricks on us...or I could just attribute it to getting older and loosing some of my memory. Either way..I'm wrong!

[@beneditharu5375]

You are God sent. I have been struggling with this.

[@surefitdesigns]

This works so well...enjoy!

[@seahorse3571]

Thank you. Very helpful tips that will solve some sewing issues for me.

[@soniaclarke3626]

Thank you Glenda. If only I had known this. I will do it next time though.

[@surefitdesigns]

Sonia Clarke...well, I'm glad you know about this now. This process is certainly worth trying the next time around.

[@patriciachristy150]

Thank you, Glenda! i will try this trick to help setting in sleeve .

[@hjkennaugh]

Brilliant trick. Will definitely use this.

[@janine165]

Thank you Glenda!

[@surefitdesigns]

Janine - you are most welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@lanaashley835]

Oooh thank you Glenda! What a nice little tip to have in my sewing arsenal.

[@glendasparling8896]

You are most welcome.

[@dianakidd8267]

Great tip! Will surely give it a try on my bodice sleeve pattern I'm working on now. Thanks!

[@glendasparling8896]

This works quite well.

[@susiereardon6315]

Such a wonderful tip!! THANK YOU GLENDA!!!!

[@glendasparling8896]

Hi Susie...you are most welcome!

[@swampfoxtaylor5728]

Brilliant. Thank you!

[@surefitdesigns]

Swampfox Taylor - Thanks for your feedback and comments. I'm glad the information was helpful.

[@suemcarthur105]

thank you so much for your help

[@pamelacampitan3127]

Hello Glenda, can you teach us how to make front and back bodice basic pattern.

[@patvoyce2659]

Just what I needed to know. Is it ok to make the adjustment on the front only?

[@surefitdesigns]

Pat Voyce, yes, you can make this adjustment to the front of the cap only if that is the only place where you have excess ease.

[@SparkyOne549]

Thanks so much, I can’t wait to try this.

[@surefitdesigns]

You are most welcome.

[@hechlerlea]

Thank you Glenda

[@glendasparling8896]

Hi Lea...it's easy and it works!!

[@moyagreene9590]

December 18/22 Hello Glenda, do you do this adjustment in all cases where you are using a fabric without any give in it. Many thanks

[@surefitdesigns]

@Moya Greene - yes, definitely on any type of fabric, but the stretchier the fabric, the more likely you'll simply be able to ease the cap ease into the armscye.

[@francesgiacobbe6821]

Pretty cool! Thanks!

[@vasilikipappa9804]

Excellent information

[@chavak3497]

But you don't know if you need to do this until after you have already cut out your fabric? Or would you do it whenever you are working with a non-stretchy fabric? Thank you for sharing your expertise!

[@bebe1658]

I think that she was explaining that when the fabric had no ease to measure it. The back of 5/8 of an inch she reduced and then the 1/2 inch ease in the front, she reduced, too. That’s what I understood.

[@sharonkhor7433]

Great tips, can this apply to the scrub sleeve?

[@surefitdesigns]

Sharon Khor - this cheater's technique can apply to any sleeve with too much ease.

[@sharonkhor7433]

@@surefitdesigns thanks 🙏

[@amandaworden2]

Excellent video!

[@glendasparling8896]

Thank you, I'm glad it was of benefit.

[@lorrainewhiting1267]

What a great tip thank you

[@glendasparling8896]

You are most welcome.

[@berginifrancis2199]

good video

[@surefitdesigns]

Thank you. Glad you liked it.

[@houdaalhamata6339]

Thank you so much

[@surefitdesigns]

You are most welcome. I'm glad the information was of such benefit for you.

[@lesliemadge8647]

I have consistent success inserting a sleeve by using a 3/8 seam allowance instead of 5/8. In fact, I like to have all SA at 3/8. Can your Designers Companion tool come with a 3/8 SA instead of 5/8?

[@Luxxen101]

I use 3/8 on just about everything. Price has gone up, but this ruler has been invaluable. Only place I know to get it is: www.etsy.com/listing/500584049/pattern-making-ruler-38th-375-seam?ref=shop_home_active_16&frs=1

[@candicevee1]

Great tip...thank you

[@glendasparling8896]

Most welcome...

[@sudhirsalve125]

Coat cutting please mam

[@surefitdesigns]

Sudhir Salve - thanks for your input. Sorry I don't do a lot with coats.

[@nonanormie5427]

Hi glenda now ihave my chanel ican show what ilearn from you thanks for youtube tutorials

[@surefitdesigns]

You are most welcome.

[@irishflutegirl9022]

This is genius, just what I was needing to do to my sleeve for the dress pattern I have by merchant and mills ( dress shirt) there was way too much ease in their sleeve cap ! Thank you ! Thank you ! Thank you ! 😊

[@surefitdesigns]

@IrishFlute Girl - You are most welcome and thanks so much for your feedback & comments.

[@عمكمال-ض1ط]

Very good thank you.

[@wendyb7993]

Perfect thanks 🥳

[@peterlilley6836]

Thank you gladis, that was a very interesting video,a new trick,as long as I remember where it is thank you teresa Wakefield yorkshire

[@glendasparling8896]

peter lilley - You are most welcome. This works well - Glenda the Good Stitch.

[@rodicafeier2278]

Merci pour perfect explication!

[@glendasparling8896]

Je vous en prie!

[@fatinaaltbaa1202]

l hope that Belvedu will have an Arabic translation, thank you

[@glendasparling8896]

You can choose whatever language you want. Just use the CC controls at the bottom right of the video player. - يمكنك اختيار اللغة التي تريدها. ما عليك سوى استخدام عناصر التحكم CC في أسفل يمين مشغل الفيديو. yumkinuk aikhtiar allughat alty turiduha. ma ealayk siwaa aistikhdam eanasir altahakum CC fi 'asfal yamin mashghal alfidyu.

[@angelicarmelle3578]

i don't understand what happened

[@drhelenloney1426]

genius!

[@luciaroncakova7806]

Ok, but what if my sleeve cap ease is 3cm?

[@kennarosenderodriguez8548]

Very good. Thank you.