Teach Yourself to Sew, Season 3

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In the third installment of our Teach Yourself to Sew video series, you'll learn even more techniques and skills every sewer must know. Follow along as Threads Senior Technical Editor Judith Neukam walks you lessons on how to determine your shoulder slope, add pockets, create beautifully bound buttonholes, handle sleeves and sew a skirt.

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Teach Yourself to Sew, Season 3

Get started learning how to sew with our beginner video series.

Shoulder Slope 101

Learn all about shoulder slopes and why it is important to get the right slope when sewing your clothes.

Compare Your Shoulder Slope to the Pattern

Learn how to find your exact shoulder slope with this simple technique.

Alter the Pattern's Shoulder Slope

Learn everything you need to know about altering the pattern's shoulder slope.

Measure Your Clothes for Fit

Measure your favorite shirt, jacket, and pants to make a new pattern fit like your best clothes.

Sleeve Styles 101

We will take a look at patterns for different styles of sleeves.