Sewing concept

Darts

Folds sewn into the back piece to shape the garment to the body curves.

Where it is used

Stitching Darts

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  1. Fold the darts along the center line, pin or baste them. Stitch the darts along the markings, making neat backstitches at the beginning and end of the seam. Press flat, then press the dart intake toward the center.
Stitching Darts
Open the step in the "Asymmetrical Wrap Skirt PDF | Casual Long A-Line Skirt | Everyday Midi Skirt Sewing | Classic Wardrobe | L--XXL" pattern →

Transferring Darts

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  1. On the back skirt panel, transfer the darts to the wrong side of the second half of the piece.
Transferring Darts
Open the step in the "Asymmetrical Wrap Skirt PDF | Casual Long A-Line Skirt | Everyday Midi Skirt Sewing | Classic Wardrobe | L--XXL" pattern →

Pressing Back Darts

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  1. Press the darts, then press the dart allowance toward the center. At the top point of the dart, gently steam-press using curved motions.
Pressing Back Darts
Open the step in the "Front Pintuck Trousers Pattern | Elegant High Rise Office Pants | Tailored Flared Slacks PDF | Womens Sewing XS-M" pattern →

Stitching Darts

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  1. Stitch the darts on all pieces. Transfer the dart markings to the corresponding pieces or to the other side of the piece. Fold the darts along the center line, and pin or baste. Stitch the darts. Press lightly.
Stitching Darts
Open the step in the "Noemi Sleeveless Jumpsuit | Open Back Women’s Romper PDF Sewing Pattern | Autumn or winter outfit | XS–M | A4, US Letter, Plotter" pattern →

Stitching Darts

p. 5
  1. Stitch the darts on all pieces. Transfer the dart markings to the corresponding pieces or to the other side of the piece. Fold the darts along the center line, and pin or baste. Stitch the darts. Press lightly.
Stitching Darts
Open the step in the "Noemi Sleeveless Jumpsuit | Women’s Romper PDF Pattern | Elegant Evening or office outfit | Winter Project | L–XXL | A4, US Letter, Plotter" pattern →

Pinning the Back Darts

p. 1
  1. Place the back pant pieces right sides together, matching up the center dart markings. Align along the marked lines and pin in place.
Pinning the Back Darts
Open the step in the "Plus Size Pants Pattern PDF | High Waisted Flare Trousers | Curvy Bell Bottoms Sewing | Front Seam Pants L-XXL" pattern →

Sewing the Back Darts

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  1. Sew along the marked line with your machine, starting at the waist edge and finishing at the dart point.
Sewing the Back Darts
Open the step in the "Plus Size Pants Pattern PDF | High Waisted Flare Trousers | Curvy Bell Bottoms Sewing | Front Seam Pants L-XXL" pattern →

Pressing the Darts

p. 2
  1. Press the darts, then press the dart allowance toward the center. At the top point of the dart, gently steam-press using curved motions.
Pressing the Darts
Open the step in the "Plus Size Pants Pattern PDF | High Waisted Flare Trousers | Curvy Bell Bottoms Sewing | Front Seam Pants L-XXL" pattern →

Related terms

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