removing a dart

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Mon, 09/19/2011 - 14:36

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Hello, I am wanting to make a jacket with raglan sleeves and a hood (simplicity 5353). I made a sample first and I dont like the look of the dart that is at the shoulder of the sleeve,at the neckline area. How do I remove this dart?

The dart is 13.5cm long and 10.5cm wide with an inward curve. I will be using a thick material (maybe fleece).

Veronica

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Wed, 09/21/2011 - 11:22

Nehzat

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Re: Removing Dart at the Top of Raglan Sleeve

Dear Veronica,

You can draw the center line of the dart and then extend it to the hemline. Then cut the line so you have two pieces for your sleeve. Label the pieces so you know which is the front piece and which the back.

Since you have created a seam here, you need to add seam allowances for each piece along the new seam line.

With a seam here your garment will have a smoother look compared to when you had the dart at the top of the raglan sleeve.

Happy sewing,

Nehzat

Fri, 09/23/2011 - 09:33

veronica

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Thanks

Thank-You Nehzat, I will do that.

Veronica