3. Stitch the seam below the zipper opening, stopping at the dot that marks the zipper opening and its wider seam allowance. Lock your stitches at the dot by

Detailed instructions on how to sew an exposed zip. Accompanied with beautiful step by step images.

Continuous sleeve plackets, commonly used on shirts and blouses, require careful pinning and stitching. A sewing and alterations pro shows how to create them.

Hey, everyone! Today we’ll sew our front plackets to the jacket, and baste in the front zipper. Now you’ll really be able to try on the jacket and see how it looks! Want to catch up on previous Sew-Along posts? Click the links below to read more: Minoru Sew-Along #1: Let’s Get Started! Minoru Sew-Along …

Shirt sleeve placket, cuff opening, cuff

See how to sew a recessed zipper in a tote bag. It'gets even better: you'll find out how to add a recessed zipper panel to any bag!

A tower-style sleeve placket is used on men’s shirts, but some of women’s shirts also use this same type of placket. I think it is suitable when you want your shirt to have a more masculine, strong, powerful look. It looks a bit intimidating, but like any technique, with some practice, you will be able […]

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