In this week’s session, I focused on finalizing the fit of our jacket project and introduced an exciting new couture dress project. We addressed common fitting issues with the jacket, made necessary adjustments, and discussed how to transfer these changes to the pattern. I also unveiled plans for an elegant couture dress featuring a peg skirt and embroidered details.

Demonstration Steps for Jacket Fitting:

1. Examined the jacket on the dress form, identifying areas needing adjustment
2. Adjusted the shoulder line and armhole for better fit
3. Lowered the waistline by about 2 centimeters
4. Reshaped the side seams and princess lines for a smoother silhouette
5. Demonstrated how to transfer these changes to the pattern pieces

Questions & Answers:

• Q: How do I fix sleeve issues in my jacket?
• A: Check the sleeve cap height and roundness. You may need to adjust the underarm area and reshape the sleeve cap for better movement.

• Q: Should I interface my jacket muslin?
• A: Yes, interfacing your muslin can help simulate the structure of the final fabric and give you a better idea of the fit.

• Q: How much ease should be in the jacket sleeve?
• A: For a fitted jacket, aim for about 1.5 to 2 centimeters of ease in the sleeve cap.

I’m very excited about our upcoming couture dress project. We’ll be working with beautiful silk taffeta and adding embroidered appliques. Next week, I’ll demonstrate how to transform our straight skirt pattern into a peg skirt shape for a dramatic silhouette.