Want sleeves on a TANK? Easiest HACK. Summer Basics Tank & Dress (Love Notions).

Love the look of a Tank or tank dress but wish it had sleeves? I’ve added sleeves to the Summer basics, a tank dress pattern from Love Notions and I’ve done it in a simple way! I’m sharing the how to and also some aspects of a lined bodice. 2 dresses to see! The original tank and a more winter version.
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Specifics
*Size Large for both the Willow wrap dress and the Summer Basics bodice.
*Standard bust option for both
*Added 1 1/4” to the Summer basics bodice length.
*Bodice self lined
I used the armscye of the Willow wrap dress and transferred it to the Tank bodice. Added the Willow wrap 3/4 length sleeves :)
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[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Summer Basics tank & dress has been re-released to improve sizing to 5X. It’s $5 today Friday the 12th of June 2020 and then 25% OFF through the 18th. Affiliate link: www.lovenotions.com/product/summer-basics-tank-dress?affiliates=366 Use my code 10needles45for an extra 10% off even on top of sale prices!

[@lanamurray9040]

Hello from Australia. I have been watching you channel for some time now. I think you have the best ideas that really inspire me to keep sewing. You don't just show what you have made like many other sewists on KZbin but you provide an interesting tutorial about all aspects of the make. Really professionally done.

[@pattymassie4873]

This is an awesome video! Thank you for showing us how to add a sleeve without drafting a new sleeve pattern, perfect.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I don’t want to draft a sleeve either, not when this is easier :)

[@swenstrand]

I’m so pleased that I came across your channel. You have wonderful tutorials filled with information and useful tips. I’m getting excited about sewing again, after many years of discouragement with it. Thank you!!!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I'm so glad! Take it slow and enjoy the process :)

[@janmiller1850]

That pattern suits you perfectly ... that under bust seam is very flattering and makes the fit and silhouette perfect. On the hanger, the neck binding looked a tiny bit big, but on your body the neck binding lays absolutely perfectly flat. 👍👍👍 This really is limitless sewing, when you look at a pattern and decide you'd prefer it with (or without) sleeves. Thanks, Karina. 😍😍😍

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

The band might look different on the hanger but I care most about how it looks on. I’m sure if i had a coverstitch it would look better, but I’m content not having one right now :)

[@janmiller1850]

@@LiftingPinsandNeedles Oh I think it looks perfect as it is! I was just thinking that I'd need to try a garment on to see if the band was right, not just look on the hanger after sewing. I think cover stitching can make a garment look very ... mass produced, which may or may not be the right look, ya know?

[@karenschafer2827]

Thank you so much for doing this video. I have been studying several tops with cap sleeves or dolman sleeves which do nothing for my 70 year old arms! Love the pleated necklines and was thinking maybe I could change the neckline on a plain top with longer maybe flutter sleeves. Now I’m thinking of changing the sleeve on the dressmaker neck style might be more practical. It is nice to have choices!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Having choices I what I love and so much is possible with sewing. More than we think :)

[@spatch1000]

Very, very pleased to see this tutorial!!! Have held back for so long changing sleeveless to sleeved, but with your instructions will have, have to go ahead and do it. Thank you so much, you keep teaching this long time sewer new ways to make clothes that expand my patterns into something different!!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Have fun! So many possibilities:!

[@sherrelstroot3034]

Thank you for the tutorial. I will need to watch it several times. I don't wear tanks but my daughter does. So, now we both can have our preferences. Lovely dresses.

[@jesshothersall]

Thank you for all the detail you go into, and how to line with and without sleeves, and also adding sleeves to a pattern. I would never have worked out how to get the linings to fit the right way round. Your dress fits really well, and I'd need to extend the top downwards too.

[@AbbyOssmann]

Thank you Karina, I was happy to use your link to purchase the pattern. Your videos are so instructive and helpful! Love the sleeve hack idea and will definitely give it a try as it is still a bit cool here in the Pacific North West in the US.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad it motivated you to try this. So many more possibilities:)

[@remonalochner4263]

So glad I found your channel... I'm pretty please with it....especially how to do measurements... Every body type is different. You make my clothes fit mé...

[@debm460]

No longer new to sewing, but still a beginner when it comes to fit and adding sleeves. LN has this as their Friday Pattern and I purchased it through your affiliate link. Thank you for this video. This is such a great partnership: a trusted ambassador and Love Notions Patterns.

[@marlenede-abel1336]

This has inspired me to do the same - I have made the Summer Basics twice and love the pattern as a tank dress (fits me so well) so to remake with sleeves really inspires me. Thank you for all of the effort you put into your videos,

[@valeriemeare5333]

I have just bought this pattern and was thrilled to see that you have made a video for it. I will be watching later. I have a border print viscose jersey that has been waiting for that special pattern. I think adding sleeves to it will better suit me at my age :)

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Awesomeness. I hope you love it as much as I do :)

[@KD-ob1go]

Thank you for, again, a wonderful teaching video, i just bought the pattern and will start this project and try finishing this weekend ! Thank you , you are so inspirational and talented!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You’ll love the pattern. Super simple to make 😄

[@nancynewman6592]

I love the fit in these two dresses! They look beautiful. Thanks for the tips for adding a sleeve😃 🇨🇦

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I know a sleeves is wanted by so many :)

[@paulinekelly6984]

Wonderful video. Your explanations are always very clear and helpful. The only problem is after watching I feel a strong need to buy the pattern every time 😂

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Oops :) 😄

[@quiltygal6981]

Love watching your process' I learn so much. I had overlooked this pattern before but you have talked me into it. My daughter will love the maxi version of this and if or when she gets pregnant I think it coukd work as a maternity dress/ top.

[@francineflaks9621]

You are a great teacher. Thanks for your videos.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad you like them :)

[@gemmasremchevich6719]

Thank you. I learnt so much. Great idea tracing another pattern. Must try this.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You’ll multiply the options now :)

[@eduardachi2571]

hi karina beautiful d resses as usual everything you touch turns to gold you really inspire me to just try i appreciate all the happiness u put into to it always puts a smile on my face obrigada

[@alexandrawellington8028]

This fabric is absolutely fantastic!!! Great adaptation of 2 patterns. Fabulous dress for winter xxx

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊

[@mymai2792]

Love the pattern...looks patchwork but flattering, colour is one that would suit me too.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you! 😊

[@karenlouise121]

I'm so glad I found your channel! Thank you for doing these tutorials. X

[@sew_april]

I figured out on my own how to change the neckline from adapting two patterns..Probably from watching a video of yours that stuck in my head...lol I didn't realize I could do the same with adding a sleeve!! lol Thank you for sharing. I'm more of a sleeve person myself! Your dresses are always beautiful

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊. This method is simple and so much easier. So many possibilities:)

[@vanessaleighl7093]

I so needed this tutorial! :D That sleeved versioun is fantasti! I love the fabric too😃

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad it helped 😃

[@kathyvaughn8647]

Good idea not sewing both bodice and lining when setting the sleeve. Serving them together afterwards makes it nicely finished,but not as bulky--as you said. Lining lighter knit dresses on the top make the shoulders and necklines more stable and also I like the way they look over time. Thank you, again, for a wonderful informational tutorial.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I agree and the feel of the dress on is so much nicer. I never regret lining bodices :)

[@laurajones4088]

I have a lovely "winter" (for Florida) knit and am definitely going to add sleeves. Thanks, Karina!

[@lisa101lisa4]

Thank you so much for this video I stay away from sleeveless patterns but now I know how to alter that 👌

[@yougotmeinstitches1847]

Haya. Really enjoyed watching your process on this, you are very clear & concise. Both the outfits on you look amazing & I can see they make you smile, they look very comfortable as well. I hope you & your family are all ok? Thanku for sharing. x

[@ireneparker8253]

I am fairly new to your channel. I just sewed the Ellie & Mac Lucy swing top. I love it. But don't like going sleeveless. I was trying to figure out how to add sleeves. So, this video is perfect for me. I am thinking maybe I could draft the swing top with the sleeves and neckline of the La Bella Donna top. Thank you for getting my creative juices flowing.

[@qormi1000]

Love how the "brown" dress turned out. Very flattering. xx

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊. I’m super happy with it :)

[@Escape10mom]

Again great info. I have done something similar, using similar patterns to add sleeves! It's fun to try & figure out how to do these hacks!! Love your makes Karina!!

[@lavadajenkins2955]

Thanks! I just downloaded the pattern so I'm ready to try your method!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Have fun 😄

[@myralorraine]

Such cute fabrics Debbie! And your house dress, is adorable (especially the fabric). And that was a beautiful twirl at the end of the video, loved it!

[@seamsuneven7824]

Did you by chance comment on the wrong video? This vlog was about fitting a sleeve into a sleeveless dress, and this is Karina's Channel. 😁🤔🤭

[@helenhart4778]

wonderful changes, thank you for sharing

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad you liked them :)

[@EasyToSew]

Beautiful👍 Thank you for the tutorial

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

So glad you liked it :)

[@annettejason2026]

Loved this - def going to try adapting tanks for sleeves and the lining advice - thank you 😊

[@suek7086]

Once again I have learned a lot from you Karina.

[@ItisJosie]

This is a brilliant tutorial and I have both patterns. Thank you very much. Xx

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Oh how fun :) thank you so much for watching

[@MSYNGWIE12]

I see quite a few basic, ageless, dresses, gleaned from waaaaay back, circa 1900, the women who followed painter Augustus Johns, those who ditched the corset in Pre-Rahpaelite times, a few decades earlier, for those who love films, check out the costumes from My Fair Lady with Audrey Hepburn, ALEXANDER MCQUEEN used Eliza's evening gown for inspiration...these dresses I keep seeing are not body-con, they are baggy, with pockets- made to look rustic! This is not in opposition to THIS dress as I know this lady KNOWS how to make BOTH- I sewed, long ago- the dresses made of several meters of linen- it costs a fortune where I live- any tips for on line shopping? Hi to channel owner, looking forward to dusting off my machine and maybe purchasing a serger....eek, SO long since I did more than hem jeans! Namaste from Canada

[@StitchingDeb]

Wow ~ Such a great tutorial!! I am getting this pattern during the sale tomorrow :) Thanks so much for the heads up on that! Also ~ went to Patreon to sign up - auto renewal on 08/01 so I will wait and do it on the 1st!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You’ll love this pattern. Yes, Patreon has a cycle that starts the 1st of every month. Thank you so much for having a look at my page 😀

[@dianekelsey8910]

Great tutorial for adding a sleeve. Love the fabric on the dress with sleeves.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊

[@kerstinshadbolt1003]

Thanks Karina! I shall try using TATB Freya sleeves with my Kielo dress pattern - curious! 🌈💜

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I think the kielo might have a sleeve add on available? I’m not sure 🤔.

[@kerstinshadbolt1003]

I just want to try your. method. 😊

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Ah cool 😎

[@cathyswope5174]

I love your channel and this video was very interesting. Thanks!!!

[@peggyr9623]

Do you think the shelf bra is ok for a 46 C bust. Do you think the shelf bra is ok for me? I love shelf bras, but sometimes they are too small for me. This is a really cute pattern with so many options! I love how you said adding sleeves is always an experiment! Yes it is!! The dress came out beautifully and I think I will order it. Instead of adding sleeves for the Winter months, I think I will make sure the armsye will be big enough for me to wear a turtleneck underneath for warmth. Maybe a wool for Winter. Thanks for sharing!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I think the shelf bra can be customized to fit you but I’ve never thought they are supportive a enough for me. I’ve been known to remove them from RTW that have them. I’d look into power mesh and bra foam cups maybe for extra support :)

[@kckazcoll1]

thank you Karina, this is great!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You’re very welcome 😉.

[@tammymasson2343]

This was super helpful!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thanks for watching 😊.

[@chrischristian08]

Great video! X

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thanks for watching 😊.

[@MGood-tl9ku]

Could you sometimes model a garment sitting down? I think that would be helpful. Thanks

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Sitting down? I’ll have to decline the suggestion. I’m not a model and pose simply to show the garment. I don’t see how sitting will help.

[@sandracharles3990]

Perfect timing

[@seamsuneven7824]

Well done Karina. Seems a bit complicated to figure out, but amazing nonetheless!💜👏🏾

[@spatch1000]

For me, a slow (I mean slowwww....double checking, basting) step by step the first time I try a new technique. I will keep referring to the video at each step and usually just achieving each segment boosts my confidence and boy it feels good when I "get" it.

[@margaretpitts5462]

Hi Karina, what length and width zig zag stitch did you use please?

[@bixnash1]

Why does the back skirt have two pieces. I see this a lot, but don't understand why. Bx

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Because having a seam there saves a lot of fabric when you are cutting.

[@bixnash1]

@@LiftingPinsandNeedles ahhhh thank you 🙏. Bx

[@milda0820]

💖

[@stonecrestquilt]

One thing I have never understood is why there is a waist seam on some of these knit dresses instead of just a fit and flair. I hate waist seams.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

The waist seam is needed to have a fitted bodice. The absence of the seam means the dress would be a swing dress with no shape at the bust and waist. You can skip on styles with seams if you don’t like them. I personally love them and think they have better fit opportunities.

[@spatch1000]

Unless you curve the sides from under the bust to the waist significantly, you won't have that fitted bodice. It will be a dress that flares or hangs straight down from the apex of the bust . There are t-shirt patterns and dress patterns that have you cut out a curved waist. I also will eliminate the back skirt seam and cut the back skirt on the fold with this pattern. And more happily, I will add sleeves!!