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CREATE YOUR OWN CUSTOM SLEEVE

If you've enjoyed Nick Verreos' YouTube tutorial videos, then you will LOVE this course! This lesson focuses on the fundamental steps to create a basic sleeve pattern tailored for your bodice. Nick will show you the importance of reshaping the front of the underarm cap, how to create an elbow Dart, how to walk your sleeve, adjust the ease for both the sleeve and armhole, and, of course, adding your seam allowances, notches and the grainline.

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Drafting Your Sleeve

In this video, I walk you through each essential step to effectively draft your custom sleeve. I'll guide you through taking accurate measurements to achieve a perfect fit, and provide detailed explanations and visual demonstrations to help you understand all the techniques clearly. By the end, you'll be equipped with the knowledge to create a personalized sleeve that reflects your unique style and fits comfortably.

Creating The Elbow Dart

In this video, I will guide you through the process of creating an elbow dart for your custom sleeve. I’ll explain the importance of the elbow dart in achieving a better fit and enhanced mobility in your garments. You’ll see a step-by-step demonstration, including proper measurement and placement of the dart. By the end of the video, you’ll have the skills to design sleeves that not only look great but also provide the freedom of movement you need. 

Walking Your Sleeve

In this video, I will guide you through the step-by-step process of properly aligning your sleeve with your bodice to ensure an accurate fit. We’ll focus on key techniques that will make sure your sleeve pattern matches your bodice. This will allow you to sew your garment accurately and completely, eliminating the need for any corrections.

 

 
 
 

Reshaping The Front Underarm

In this video, I will guide you through the process of reshaping the front of your armhole to enhance the fit of your sleeve, ultimately improving overall mobility and comfort. Join me as we dive into the details of this essential sewing skill!

 

Adjusting The Ease

In this video, I demonstrate how to adjust the ease in your sleeve to create a perfect cap shape. I cover various methods for adjusting your pattern based on whether you have too much or too little ease. Additionally, I show different techniques for making adjustments to either the sleeve or the bodice. 

Sewing Your Sleeve

In this video, I demonstrate how to sew your sleeve to the bodice. From the elbow dart to crimping and sewing the ease into the bodice, I guide you step by step, ensuring your sleeve fits correctly.

 

 

What You'll Get

  • 12 months, 24/7 access to pre-recorded video lessons
  • 20 detailed step-by-step videos
  • Written instructions and additional information for every video
  • A Certificate of Completion is given for completing the "Drafting a Custom Sleeve" online course

Lessons Include

  • Drafting Your Sleeve
  •  Reshaping The Armhole
  • Creating The Elbow Dart
  • Walking The Sleeve
  • Reducing The Cap Ease
  • Increasing The Cap Ease
  • Understanding Ease
  • Seam Allowances, Notches and Grainlines
  • Cutting Out Your Pattern
  • Sewing Your Sleeve

Easy To Use

  • This course offers a step-by-step approach to the drafting a sleeve. Each module is thoughtfully designed, much like chapters in a comprehensive textbook, guiding you through the entire process.

  • Each lesson is designed to simplify the drafting process through easy to understand videos that allow you to learn at your own pace.

Expert Guidance

The course is led by Fashion Designer Nick Verreos, one of the preeminent fashion drapers in the industry with over 30 years of experience in education.

Practical Skills

We emphasize practical skills that you can apply right away to your pattern and draping projects. Nick guides you step-by-step through the process, making the art of drafting a sleeve seem simple and achievable for everyone.

Advanced Techniques

Once you've mastered the basics, we will introduce you to more advanced techniques. These include walking your sleeve for accuracy, adjusting the cap ease for a perfect fit, and sewing your sleeve to your bodice to complete your projects.

1 YEAR

$99

20% OFF

$119
  • 12 months, 24/7 access to prerecorded video lessons
  • 20 detailed step-by-step video lessons
  • Written instructions and additional information for every video.
  • Certificate of Completing Drafting a Custom Sleeve Course
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6 MONTHS

$79

20% OFF

$99
  • 6 months, 24/7 access to prerecorded video lessons
  • 20 detailed step-by-step video lessons
  • Written instructions and additional information for every video.
  • Certificate of Completing Drafting a Custom Sleeve Course
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3 MONTHS

$59

20% OFF

$99
  • 3 months, 24/7 access to prerecorded video lessons
  • 20 detailed step-by-step video lessons
  • Written instructions and additional information for every video.
  • Certificate of Completing Drafting a Custom Sleeve Course
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