Trimming darts
Cutting and reducing the bulk of sewn darts to ensure they press flat and neat.
Where it is used
Trimming Darts
p. 5- Cut the dart straight down the center, stopping 2 cm before the tip. Trim the seam allowances to 0.5 cm. Press the seams open.
Lining Darts
p. 12- Sew the darts on the back lining and press them toward the center.
Sew Front Darts
p. 2- Sew the darts following the markings—start stitching at the base of the dart and finish at the tip.
Press Front Darts
p. 2- Press, then press the dart allowance upward. At the top point of the darts, lightly shrink the fabric with smooth, arcing motions.
Sewing Front Darts
p. 7- Sew the darts on the front pieces, stopping 1 cm short of the neckline edge. Carefully cut along the dart lengthwise, leaving 4 cm uncut at the tip. Trim the seam allowances down to 0.5 cm and press them open.
Press Darts
p. 2- Press, then press the dart allowance upward. At the top point of the darts, lightly shrink the fabric with smooth, arcing motions.
Preparing the Back Piece - Pressing Darts
p. 6- Press the dart seam flat, directing the seam allowances toward the center, in the direction of the center back seam.
Preparing the Back Piece - Pressing Darts
p. 6- Press the dart seam flat, directing the seam allowances toward the center, in the direction of the center back seam.
Sewing and Trimming Front Darts
p. 3- Sew the darts on the front piece, allowing a 1.0 cm seam margin. Trim the seam allowance down to 1.0 cm at the bottom of the dart so it can be pressed open smoothly. At the top of the dart, clip the seam allowance, stopping 1.5–2.0 cm before the dart tip.
Sewing - Pressing Darts
p. 6- Press the darts first along the edge, then iron them toward the center seam.
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