IT vol 5

Episodes in this Series Welcome Judith Neukam introduces Louise Cutting. Interfacing 101 Interfacing with Louise Cutting Interfacing Secrets Exploring different types of interfacing. Draft and Vent a Two-Piece Sleeve An easy way to do a placket. Attach a Sleeve Cuff How to put a cuff on a sleeve. Sewing Starts and Finishes Stitching into the edge of a seam. One-Thread Stitching How to sew with one thread. Front Hem Finish How to create a pretty corner without showing the seam. Make Short Sleeves Long How to make a long sleeve out of a short sleeve.

Couture Techniques...

Episodes in this Series Welcome Claire Shaeffer demystifies the art of creating high-end garments. Tools Claire explains all of the tools you need for couture sewing. Basting Stitches Claire demonstrates various basting stitches including even, uneven, and diagonal stitches. Permanent Stitches Get acquainted with different permanent hand stitches such as the running stitch, catch stitch, cross stitch, and back stitch. Slipstitches Learn how slipstitches and fell stitches are used in hand sewing. Bars and Chains Thread bars and chains can be used in couture sewing for a variety of uses, including lingerie guards and to replace a hook and eye closure. Hemming Stitches Finish your garment with hand-sewing precision using the blind stitch and hand overcasting. Marking Techniques Learn to mark a pattern on your fabric using techniques such as the dressmaker's basting stitch. Pressing Learn the pressing tools you will need for your couture sewing. Machine Stitching Learn how to best use your sewing machine for couture sewing. Darts Learn to mark and sew a double-pointed dart for your couture garments. Shrinking and Stretching Claire demonstrates how to use ease to sew in a sleeve. Bias Learn how to work with bias to create garments. Stays Learn how to sew stays into any edge. Goodbye from Claire More resources for couture sewing.

Fitting Series: Waist & Hips

Episodes in this Series Fitting Waist & Hips Kenneth D. King explains how to pair fabric with patterns to create a great pair of pants. Getting the Right Measurements Judith Neukam explains the correct method for measuring pants. Fitting From the Hips to the Waist Judith Neukam shares how to drape a muslin to get the pefect fit. Fitting a Full or Flat Derriere Adjusting a pattern to shorten or lengthen the crotch will help fit pants. Fitting a Full Front Thigh Adding fabric to allow for a full front thigh is a simple solution. Adjusting the Length Fitting pants is as easy as adjusting the pattern.

Fitting Series: Bust

Episodes in this Series Fitting a Bust Kenneth D. King explains how to get a perfect fit. Basics of Fitting the Bust Learn how bust measurements will determine fit. Adjusting the Bodice Front Make pattern adjustments for both length and width to get the perfect fit. Moving Darts to Improve the Fit Adjust your pattern to reposition a dart to a more flattering and comfortable position. Working with Princess Seams Learn how adjusting a princess seam can make all the difference. Quick Fixes for Bust Fitting Restyle your pattern for a quick fix.

Fitting Series: Arms

Episodes in this Series Fitting Arms Former Threads editor-in-chief Amber Eden and Kenneth D. King introduce the Threads Fitting Series: Arms. Anatomy of the Arm Judith Neukam explains the anatomy of the arm and sleeve. Adjusting the Sleeve Length Learn to lengthen or shorten a sleeve. Adjusting the Sleeve Circumference Judith Neukam demonstrates three methods for correcting a sleeve that is too tight. Refining the Sleeve Cap Learn how to fit a sleeve cap perfectly to finish your sleeve.

Fitting Series: Torso

Episodes in this Series Fitting a Torso Kenneth D. King explains how fitting is a balance between mobility and appearance. Torso 101 Learn why the torso is the key element in fitting. Fitting the Shoulders Judith Neukam demonstrates how a pattern can be adjusted for shoulder slope. Fitting the Back Learn to adjust your pattern to get the right fit. Adjusting the Upper Chest Learn how to get a custom fit. Fitting a Full Abdomen Sew your own clothes to get a flattering fit for a full abdomen.