Sew Better, Sew Faster: Shirtmaking

Overview

Create a custom-tailored button-up faster than ever before, without sacrificing quality! Join Craftsy favorite Janet Pray as she guides you through the process of sewing a shirt from start to finish—no pins or basting needed.

Course Outline

1. 01: Express Order
   Speed up your shirt-making process with Janet’s express order technique. Learn to use stripes as guides, interface, and mark pattern pieces for assembly.
   Duration: 22 min
2. 02: Sewing Without Pins
   Maximize efficiency by sewing without pins or basting. Janet shares fabric-handling tips for accurate construction and gets you in sync with your feed dogs.
   Duration: 48 min
3. 03: Professional Pressing
   Achieve sharp points with Janet’s pressing tips. Prepare for speedy topstitching and accurately shape the collar stand without hand stitching by using the burrito technique.
   Duration: 37 min
4. 04: Setting Sleeves
   Finish the sleeve placket and pleats, and learn Janet’s method for setting sleeves without pins or basting. Use a tailor’s ham for professional pressing results.
   Duration: 13 min
5. 05: Tricky Topstitching
   Tackle topstitching in tight spaces with Janet’s guidance. Finish the sleeves and cuffs using the burrito method for clean edges.
   Duration: 23 min
6. 06: Buttonholes & Buttons
   Learn to sew buttonholes quickly and fuss-free with a pattern-free marking method. Discover tips for sewing buttons smoothly and understanding button placement for men’s and women’s shirts.
   Duration: 15 min