Here is the collection of quick & easy diagrams to help you through the sewing of Style Arc garments. Below you can find basic sewing techniques as well as specific construction of individual Style Arc styles.
Enjoy & Happy sewing xx
Harmony Woven Top Tutorial by Lou Sheffer from Sew Much to Design Follow her on Instagram @sewmuchtodesign Introducing the Verona Top by Style Arc. This is a stylish top, a contemporary take on a classic bohemian style. It is a pull on top with a button and loop closure and fashion forward gathered sleeves. It… Read More
NECKBAND & BODICE: Fuse the back neck band, front neck band (and fold in half lengthwise wrong sides together), back waist insert and front waist insert & ties up until marked fuse line on the pattern. With right sides facing sew the top edges of the back neck seam together, turn to the right side… Read More
Please note this tutorial differs slightly from the Style Arc construction sheet. 1. With right sides facing fold and press the shoulder straps in half, length-ways. Sew two rows of stitching if desired, for extra strength. 2. Turn through to the correct side using a loop turner. Press and edge stitch around all edges of… Read More
With right sides facing, sew the front and back shoulder seams together. Neaten seam with overlocker/serger and press seam to the back. With the right sides facing outward press the front band in half lengthways, matching notches. Wrap the front of the band as marked on the pattern and then sew a stay stitch to hold… Read More
Sew the bust darts as marked on the front body and press down. With right sides facing sew one set of the pockets to the front side seam where marked on the pattern, clip at the notches. From the right side understitch close to the seam on the side of the pocket bag. Press pocket… Read More
Click to watch Emily Lightly’s sew along for the Kennie Woven Shirt.
LEGS/POCKETS: With right sides together sew one set of pockets to the front side seam and one set of pockets to the back side seam (see pocket notches on the side seams) once the pockets are stitched on turn to the right side and understitch along the pocket seam on the side of the pocket. With… Read More
Step 1 Fuse noted pieces. Sew fly facing to right side crotch. Step 2 Turn to face & press. Set aside. Step 3 Sew zipper to left side crotch. Step 4 Cover zipper with bearer & sew. Turn to face & top-stitch close to seam. Step 5 Join left & right crotch seams up to… Read More
BODY & FRILL: Sew the front darts and the back darts. With right sides facing sew the front and back shoulders seams together. Press seam to the back and neaten with overlocker/serger. With right sides facing sew the front and back side seams together (not pictured). Press to the back and neaten with overlocker/serger. Sew… Read More
An alternative method for sewing the neck and armhole facings and side seams for the Ethel Designer Top
BODY AND POCKET WELTS: With right sides facing sew the centre front body to the side body, matching notches as you sew. With right sides facing sew the centre back seams together, until the split notch. With right sides facing sew the side back body to the back body, following notches as you sew. Press… Read More
Harmony Woven Top Tutorial by Lou Sheffer from Sew Much to Design Follow her on Instagram @sewmuchtodesign The Harmony woven top by Style Arc is the perfect way to welcome Spring. It offers chic styling in and easy to wear design. Boasting gorgeous flounced sleeves, this top offers effortless feminine vibes for your wardrobe. I… Read More
POCKETS: With right sides facing sew one set of the pockets marked “A” to the front side seam marked “A” on the pattern, clip at the notches and sew a flat stitch close to the seam on the side of the pocket bag. With right sides facing sew the second set of pockets to the… Read More
BODY: Sandwich the back bodice between the two back yokes, sew and press. Press both yoke pieces upward. Sew a 6mm (¼”) top stitch across the back yoke seam, if desired (not pictured). Roll the whole back body up with the right side on the inside then pin to keep it out of the way. Pin… Read More
Sew the seam up to the bottom of zip, usually indicated by a notch. Press seams open and neaten with overlocker/serger. Align the right side of your zipper with the right folded edge of the fabric. There should be a small gap between the zipper teeth and the fabric edge. Pin the zipper down. With the… Read More
Stap voor stap werkbeschrijving voor de #SAHarlowKidsKnitTop Het patroon is gemaakt voor rekbare stoffen zoals tricot. Je kunt de top ook in french terry maken, maar gebruik voor de halsboord dan wel boordstof. Voor een nettere afwerking adviseer ik om een lockmachine te gebruiken. Voorbereidingen – Knip alle patroondelen uit je stof – Kijk… Read More
Sew your pockets as per instructions or your preferred method. Pin and sew the upper front crotch seams together from the notch near the base of the crotch and finish 6mm down from the V of the V neck. With right sides facing, sew the front neck facing to the front neck with a 6mm… Read More
Step-By-Step Tutorial #SAHarlowKidsKnitTop Tips for working with stretchy fabrics: – use an overlocker / serger – use a stretch stitch – if you want to use a straight stitch, use a stretch thread (Seraflex for example)Preparations – Cut out all the pattern pieces. – Take notice of the grainline as mentioned on the pattern pieces… Read More
Step-By-Step Tutorial #SAKitKidsTankTop Preparations – Cut out all the pattern pieces. – Take notice of the grainline as mentioned on the pattern pieces and also the pattern pieces that need to be cut on the fold. – Mark and clip all the notches on your pattern pieces – When finished, you should have 12 cut… Read More
Supplies needed Printable vellum (translucent) paper. Sharp paper scissors Gift wrap transparent tape Large working surface such as a long countertop or table. Computer color printer Printing the Pattern Once you have downloaded the pattern to your computer, you need to be sure and calibrate the printer to 100% and check against the guide provided…. Read More
We have used this double layered method for our Nova Midi Dress, Montana Midi Dress and for the facing of the June Sheath Dress. For this tutorial I have used the Nova Midi Dress pattern. The construction sheet instructs that you should cut 2 main front bodice and 2 main back bodice. I am treating… Read More
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Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 This tutorial is suitable for: Savannah Knit Top Sadie Tunic Avery Tunic Top Luna Stretch Pant Sadie Pant Darcy Woven Pant Parker Coat
This Style Arc sewing tutorial will help you sew the inside binding on the Adelaide Woven Jacket but it will be helpful for any garment that requires inside binding. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4
This Style Arc sewing tutorial demonstrates how to sew piping to a collar and rever (also called a lapel). In this tutorial you we have used a women’s pyjama top sewing pattern as an example. The same steps can be used for piping on a jacket or coat. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step… Read More
Step 1 Select your applique fabric/s and play around with layering them to see if the colours and or prints work well together and are to your liking. Next you will need to pre-wash your fabrics and iron them before you start working with them. This will eliminate shrinkage and colour fastness issues down the… Read More
This sewing tutorial demonstrates how to sew a felled seam and will come in handy for our Meghan Jacket. Step 1. With right sides facing sew the seams together Step 2. Trim away the left seam to 6mm/1/4" Step 3. Press the right seam to the inside by 6mm/1/4", place this seam over the left… Read More
Suitable for the Mason knit Jacket, Estelle Ponte Jacket and the Harper Jacket. Step 1. Sew the centre back body seams followed by sewing the centre back collar seams together, we suggest a Felled or French seam as the collar seam is visible from both sides when worn. Step 2. Clip into the seams at… Read More
The flat stitching (or understitching) is sewn to keep facings and linings from peaking out, especially around necklines and armholes and around the waist on a lined skirt to stop the lining riding up. It also means that when turned and pressed, the seam line tends to favor the inside of the garment.
This is how we suggest you sew Talia Woven Pant welt pocket.
Meet my mom! She is Sallie’s favorite person in the world. I love the look Sallie is giving in this photo – she’s totally saying “my parents are so embarrassing!” (BTW can you believe these two kids have been married 56 years?) Neither the Style Arc Stevie (note: affiliate link) nor the Style Arc Jema (note: affiliate link) are something I would make for myself, as I… Continue Reading On clothingengineer.com
This is a quick tutorial on how to sew corner seams, it will come in handy for the following patterns: Serena Knit Dress Paige Top-dress Renae Woven Dress Mila Designer Dress Step 1. The acuteness of the angle will vary, depending on the design. The execution of the corner is the same, regardless of the… Read More
I don’t normally sew handbags. (In general I’m not a craft or home decor sewer.) But lately I’ve been wanting something classier than my old nylon L.L.Bean bag. In addition to being turned off by the high prices retailers demand for genuine leather bags, I realized that I wanted something more unique than what was being offered. That’s when I decided to make the Paris tote… Continue Reading On clothingengineer.com
This clever pattern creates beautiful draping at the front while leaving the back as a regular shirt. Wear it with a cami or use a press stud to close the cross over at the front. You will love this top! Fabric Suggestions: Silk, crepe, viscose or you could use a jersey knit. Because of the… Read More
Fabric Suggestions: Light weight suiting, linen Helpful Hints: The back hem facing/ side hem facing seam is located about 2.7cm (1″) beyond the side back pleat seam. This is to minimize bulk at the pleat fold. Make sure to mark the notches at the hemline carefully on both the body panels and facing. Construction: Sew… Read More
Fabric Suggestions: Charmeuse, soft wool or any soft fabric of your choice. Trims: My suggestion: include “shock cord” and “elastic cord” as an alternative to”hat elastic”. It is easier for US-based customers to source. Helpful Hints: Cut out the pattern, taking note of the grainlines, maximum stretch, and the notes written on the pattern pieces… Read More
Press back the center front piece along the foldline. Press the collar and hem edges along their foldline. Now fold the long edge so right sides are together. Mark the pivot point, which is 3/8?from the horizontal cut edge shown below. Begin sewing, starting from the foldline of the long folded edge. Reduce your stitch… Read More
Construction With right sides together fold back and press the front panel where marked on the pattern toward the inside of the garment (wrong sides together.) Now turn back the folded edges so right sides are together, but do not press. Starting from the folded edge, stitch across the top edge of the neck edge… Read More
This is quick & easy way to finish neckline of your garment. This method can be used on stretch & woven fabrics.With right sides together sew the short ends of the neck bandTurn to correct side & press the band in halfPin neckband to neck; once in place sew on matching notches.Fold neckband at centre… Read More
This is a tutorial on how to sew front angled zip pockets on Shelby Sweat Pant.
This collar sewing tutorial will help you when sewing blouses, shirts and shirt dresses. This is basic Style Arc sewing tutorial covers how to sew a collar to a collar stand and a collar stand to a neckline. Follow the steps below to make the perfect collar! Step 1 Lay collar pieces face-to-face and stitch around the outer edge… Read More
You can use this technique for sewing sleeve split tabs, neckline opening or stylised hem splits. This method is easy & will make your split neatly finished. Step 1 Sewing tabs is 80% preparation & pressing & 20% stitching. Step 2 Press outer seams of tabs. Step 3 Then fold in half & press. Make… Read More
Step 1 Join side seams on waistbands & press open. Step 2 Fold up seam allowance of inner waistband along lower edge & press. Step 3 Stitch top edges of front & back waistband, sides & button step on the right side. Then turn to right side & press. Step 4 Pin waistband to waist… Read More
The crotch seam should always be sewn this way to improve the crotch shape. Step 1 Sew the back and front inside legs together Step 2 Then stitch the back crotch seam from the back waist through to the front crotch and up to the front waist. Step 3 Sew the front and back outside… Read More
Step 1 Fuse noted pieces. Sew fly facing to right side crotch. Step 2 Turn to face & press. Set aside. Step 3 Sew zipper to left side crotch. Step 4 Cover zipper with bearer & sew. Turn to face & top-stitch close to seam. Step 5 Join left & right crotch seams up to… Read More
How to Sew Double Welt / Jetted Pockets Step 1 Fuse noted pieces. Lay welts on right side of a piece & stitch between notches. Step 2 Fold welts & cut main fabric forming corners at ends. Cut corners 2mm from seam. Step 3 Pull welts through cut & form neat binds at each end… Read More
Step 1 Pin top sleeve & under sleeve pieces together. Stretch undersleeve slightly to cover the top sleeve ease. Distribute the ease evenly. Step 2 Stitch seam from under sleeve, making sure there no tucks or pleats in the seam. Step 3 Pin & stitch the second seam. Step 4 Press all seams open.
Step 1 Make x3 rows of loose stitching on the sleeve cap only. Make sure the stitchings are located inside the seam allowance. Step 2 From the inside of the garment pin sleeve to armhole matching notches. Then start pulling the threads to gather the sleeve cap so it matches the armhole. Distribute ease evenly…. Read More
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This is a quick & neat technique & you can use it to sew any type of binding – neck, armhole, hem, splits, etc… Step 1 Fold binding in half lengthwise & press. Step 2 Then fold seam allowance of one of the edges & press. Step 3 Pin & sew unfolded edge of binding… Read More
Step 1 Sandwich the back bodice between the two yokes, sew and press. Top-stitch the seam if required. Step 2 Roll the whole back body up with the right side on the inside then pin to keep it out of the way. Step 3 Pin front shoulder to top yoke shoulder seam and sew. Roll… Read More
Step 1 Sew pocket bag 1 to the main front where marked on the pattern (A-A) Step 2 Clip at notches Step 3 Turn to inside and press. Top-stitch pocket opening or flat-stitch close to the seam from the inside. Step 4 With the right sides facing, lay pocket bag 2 on top and match… Read More
Step 1 Slash and square lines (A) and (B). Step 2 Open centre by pivoting pieces from points (A) and (B) – like shown on the diagram. Step 3 Square off hemline. And smoothen the shape of sleeve head. Step 4 The outer pattern measurements remain as original. And the cross head and the girth… Read More
Step 1 Use basic back leg pattern piece. This original pattern should measure up to your waist and hip measurement. Redraw this piece to work on as it is important to retain the original pattern piece to keep as a reference. The straight grain line is obtained by folding the pattern piece in ½ starting… Read More
Step 1 To create a neat corner Fold corner on 45 degrees, match notches & pin Step 2 Then using tailor’s chalk draw a line front the notches to the folded edge. Make sure the line is on 90 degrees from the folded edge. Then stitch along the line. Step 3 Trim access fabric; turn… Read More
Step 1. Connect side seams. Lay facing on top of main garment (right sides facing). Sew centre back, armholes & necklines stopping 5cm from shoulder seams. Step 2. Turn to face, press & understitch where possible. Step 3. Pull shoulder seams through inside, pin & sew shoulder seams. Step 4. Then pin & sew the… Read More
Step 1. Turn zipper to wrong side & align with pattern edges. Step 2. Using tailor’s chalk make several marks on fabric & zip. These marks will help you to align zipper & fabric evenly when sewing zipper in. Step 3. Open zipper fully & place one edge of the zipper over edge of pattern… Read More
Step 1. You need a set square & a mannequin, or body. Step 2. Put your dress on the mannequin or body if you don’t have a mannequin. Step 3. With your set square flat to the floor, mark with chalk where you would like the dress/skirt to be levelled to. Don’t forget to leave… Read More
The Emily Knit Top is our free pattern of the month for July 2014. You get it free with every order – but only in July 2014. You just need to let us know what size you’d like in the comments box when you order. It would be a very a simple make if it… Read More
Ziggi Sew-Along: Almost inseam pockets & zippers … Continue Reading On www.sewmaris.com
This tutorial is showing how to shorten Toni Designer Dress:
