Neckline A
Using simple pleats on the front and back of garment
Strategic Garment Cutting
with
Maria Nelson Molloy
In this workshop Maria will show you how to make a fabulous garment with a negative pattern to ensure minimal waste. She demonstrates simple ways to create different styles of necklines and sleeves with this easy to follow pattern.
Materials
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Fabric
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Scissors
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Chalk
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Pins
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Ruler
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Sewing machine
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Thread or elastic shirring
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Bust (optional)
METHOD
Strategic garment cutting
Cut a negative pattern - trace neckline and sleeve holes
Trace neckline and sleeve holes.
Lay out fabric for cutting If you would like two of the same shape. Fold two sections of material together and place on top of one another
Place negative pattern pieces on fabric and cut shapes
Lay out fabric for cutting If you would like two of the same shape.
Pin material to model or lay flat
Pin in pleats around the collar.
Maria demonstrates two different styles of pleats
Sew collar pleats
Maria demonstrates two different styles of pleats
Use left over material for appliques and panels for other garments
Voilà! You have a stunning handmade garment with zero waste!
Get creative!
Use any measurements that suit the neckline you wish to create. Here are the measurements Maria has used for her garment.
Neckline style
Neckline B
Keep distressed edging by running a line of shirring elastic