How to Sew Custom T-Shirts and Tank Tops
A 10-part course with Professor Pincushion
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Professor Pincushion has been picking up the thread and needle for over 15 years. She has experience in apparel and home decorating sewing, quilting, and embroidery. She’s taught private and group sewing lessons and continues to develop her own... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 1 hr, 55 min
- Lessons 10
- Attachments 82
- Exercises 31
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64 CQ
10 Lessons in This Course
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12 minFREEClothes Making lesson 1Free7 CQ
Do you have a certain tank top or t-shirt that fits perfectly? In this DIY sewing lesson, learn how to recreate the ideal t-shirt or tank top for you!
with Professor PincushionDo you have a certain tank top or t-shirt that fits perfectly? In this DIY sewing lesson, learn how to recreate the ideal t-shirt or tank top for you!
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11 minClothes Making lesson 26 CQ
In this DIY sewing lesson, Professor Pincushion teaches how to draft the front pattern for a custom tank top or t-shirt that fits you perfectly!
with Professor PincushionIn this DIY sewing lesson, Professor Pincushion teaches how to draft the front pattern for a custom tank top or t-shirt that fits you perfectly!
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11 minClothes Making lesson 36 CQ
It’s decision time. Do you want to draft a tank top or t-shirt pattern? In this DIY sewing lesson, finish drafting the bodice front and back pattern.
with Professor PincushionIt’s decision time. Do you want to draft a tank top or t-shirt pattern? In this DIY sewing lesson, finish drafting the bodice front and back pattern.
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10 minClothes Making lesson 46 CQ
Tank tops and t-shirts are a must in anyone’s wardrobe. In this DIY sewing lesson, Professor Pincushion discusses fabric bands for your tank top’s seams.
with Professor PincushionTank tops and t-shirts are a must in anyone’s wardrobe. In this DIY sewing lesson, Professor Pincushion discusses fabric bands for your tank top’s seams.
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14 minClothes Making lesson 58 CQ
It’s assembly time! Take your personalized tank top pattern and learn how to sew a custom tank top made from knit fabric in this DIY sewing lesson.
with Professor PincushionIt’s assembly time! Take your personalized tank top pattern and learn how to sew a custom tank top made from knit fabric in this DIY sewing lesson.
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10 minClothes Making lesson 66 CQ
Need some sleeves? This lesson shows how to draft a t-shirt sleeve pattern by taking measurements, preparing sewing supplies, and drafting seams.
with Professor PincushionNeed some sleeves? This lesson shows how to draft a t-shirt sleeve pattern by taking measurements, preparing sewing supplies, and drafting seams.
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11 minClothes Making lesson 76 CQ
In part two of three, Professor Pincushion demonstrates how to create a t-shirt sleeve cap curve and and shape the t-shirt sleeve hemline for your new garment.
with Professor PincushionIn part two of three, Professor Pincushion demonstrates how to create a t-shirt sleeve cap curve and and shape the t-shirt sleeve hemline for your new garment.
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11 minClothes Making lesson 86 CQ
In this final lesson of three, learn how to create a pattern for a t-shirt flutter sleeve from the basic sleeve draft. Then, attach the sleeve to the t-shirt!
with Professor PincushionIn this final lesson of three, learn how to create a pattern for a t-shirt flutter sleeve from the basic sleeve draft. Then, attach the sleeve to the t-shirt!
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14 minClothes Making lesson 98 CQ
Transform a basic tank top into something fun and classy! Learn how to alter a tank top or t-shirt with a fancy yoke pattern for exciting variation.
with Professor PincushionTransform a basic tank top into something fun and classy! Learn how to alter a tank top or t-shirt with a fancy yoke pattern for exciting variation.
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8 minClothes Making lesson 105 CQ
Do you know you can extend your t-shirt bodice/tank top pattern in order to create a t-shirt dress pattern? Professor Pincushion shows you how to alter your ex
with Professor PincushionDo you know you can extend your t-shirt bodice/tank top pattern in order to create a t-shirt dress pattern? Professor Pincushion shows you how to alter your ex
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10101 min10-part Clothes Making course57 CQ
Are you interested in pattern making or designing your own clothes? This course from Professor Pincushion walks you through the process of drafting a basic skirt using your own measurements, so that your DIY creation fits you and your style perfectly. You will also learn how to stitch together and assemble a skirt based on your pattern, add lining, and attach patch pockets. Clothes making has never been easier.
with Professor PincushionAre you interested in pattern making or designing your own clothes? This course from Professor Pincushion walks you through the process of drafting a basic skirt using your own measurements, so that your DIY creation fits you and your style perfectly. You will also learn how to stitch together and assemble a skirt based on your pattern, add lining, and attach patch pockets. Clothes making has never been easier.
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12159 min12-part Clothes Making course83 CQ
What’s the best part about making your own clothes? Customization! Now that you’ve tackled Professor Pincushion’s first course on “How to Make a Basic Skirt,” transform your basic skirt block into a unique garment that screams “you!” Are you the flared or pencil skirt type? Add pockets to your skirt for practicality or ruffles for a fun and flirty feel. You'll also learn how to add pleats to your skirt and make changes to the waistline. Why make one skirt when there are so many styles to choose from?
with Professor PincushionWhat’s the best part about making your own clothes? Customization! Now that you’ve tackled Professor Pincushion’s first course on “How to Make a Basic Skirt,” transform your basic skirt block into a unique garment that screams “you!” Are you the flared or pencil skirt type? Add pockets to your skirt for practicality or ruffles for a fun and flirty feel. You'll also learn how to add pleats to your skirt and make changes to the waistline. Why make one skirt when there are so many styles to choose from?
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10119 min10-part Clothes Making course63 CQ
Hate it when you find the perfect dress, but it just doesn't fit? In this comprehensive DIY sewing course, Professor Pincushion shows you how to make your own fitted bodice to complement a homemade skirt. Learn which measurements to take, how to draft the basic bodice block and pattern, and, finally, sew the garment together for a professional look. Your creativity and handiwork will be rewarded with a statement dress.
with Professor PincushionHate it when you find the perfect dress, but it just doesn't fit? In this comprehensive DIY sewing course, Professor Pincushion shows you how to make your own fitted bodice to complement a homemade skirt. Learn which measurements to take, how to draft the basic bodice block and pattern, and, finally, sew the garment together for a professional look. Your creativity and handiwork will be rewarded with a statement dress.
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8173 min8-part Crafts course90 CQ
Expert sewist Professor Pincushion takes you step-by-step through the tools, materials, and instructions you need to make fashionable DIY accessories and necessities.
with Professor PincushionExpert sewist Professor Pincushion takes you step-by-step through the tools, materials, and instructions you need to make fashionable DIY accessories and necessities.
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448 min4-part Clothes Making course26 CQ
Have some sewing repairs to do, but need a few sewing tips to get started? Learn important sewing tricks from expert seamstress Professor Pincushion, including how to repair a hole in your jeans!
with Professor PincushionHave some sewing repairs to do, but need a few sewing tips to get started? Learn important sewing tricks from expert seamstress Professor Pincushion, including how to repair a hole in your jeans!
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10101 min10-part Clothes Making course57 CQ
Are you interested in pattern making or designing your own clothes? This course from Professor Pincushion walks you through the process of drafting a basic skirt using your own measurements, so that your DIY creation fits you and your style perfectly. You will also learn how to stitch together and assemble a skirt based on your pattern, add lining, and attach patch pockets. Clothes making has never been easier.
with Professor PincushionAre you interested in pattern making or designing your own clothes? This course from Professor Pincushion walks you through the process of drafting a basic skirt using your own measurements, so that your DIY creation fits you and your style perfectly. You will also learn how to stitch together and assemble a skirt based on your pattern, add lining, and attach patch pockets. Clothes making has never been easier.
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461 min4-part Clothes Making course33 CQ
Step into clothes-making with this course on how to make a wrap top, front slit maxi dress from style blogger and designer Mimi G Style. From taking measurements to trying it on, make a DIY dress!
with Mimi G StyleStep into clothes-making with this course on how to make a wrap top, front slit maxi dress from style blogger and designer Mimi G Style. From taking measurements to trying it on, make a DIY dress!
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11158 min11-part Clothes Making course85 CQ
Want to take a different approach to dressing for prom? DIY master Sophie Maletsky shows you how to make a custom duct tape prom dress in this challenging and rewarding course.
with Sophie's WorldWant to take a different approach to dressing for prom? DIY master Sophie Maletsky shows you how to make a custom duct tape prom dress in this challenging and rewarding course.
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19233 min19-part Clothes Making course126 CQ
Discover how to design and sew a perfect little black dress that is customized to your own body's measurements in this pattern drafting and sewing course from Sure Fit Designs.
with Sure Fit DesignsDiscover how to design and sew a perfect little black dress that is customized to your own body's measurements in this pattern drafting and sewing course from Sure Fit Designs.
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653 min6-part Clothes Making course30 CQ
In this sewing course, seamstress Izzy Meimsaab demonstrates how to make a flattering peplum tunic step-by-step, from drafting the pattern to sewing the tunic into a ready-to-wear piece.
with Izzy MeimsaabIn this sewing course, seamstress Izzy Meimsaab demonstrates how to make a flattering peplum tunic step-by-step, from drafting the pattern to sewing the tunic into a ready-to-wear piece.
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10121 min10-part Crafts course67 CQ
Stamping is a highly versatile and applicable craft—and it’s a bunch of fun, too! In this arts and crafts course, Fabulously Artsy presents expert stamping techniques for awesome custom designs.
with Fabulously ArtsyStamping is a highly versatile and applicable craft—and it’s a bunch of fun, too! In this arts and crafts course, Fabulously Artsy presents expert stamping techniques for awesome custom designs.
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1248 min12-part Crafts course30 CQ
We’re not all florists, but with the help of uBloom’s J Schwanke, you can learn to make beautiful (and easy!) floral arrangements. This fun DIY course teaches how to arrange flower centerpieces and accents using props, ribbons, non-traditional vases, and more. With lessons ranging from rose bouquets, to calla lily arrangements and hydrangeas - you’ll be sure to find a look for any occasion. Throughout the course, you’ll also learn professional tips for helping your flowers stay beautiful longer.
with uBloomWe’re not all florists, but with the help of uBloom’s J Schwanke, you can learn to make beautiful (and easy!) floral arrangements. This fun DIY course teaches how to arrange flower centerpieces and accents using props, ribbons, non-traditional vases, and more. With lessons ranging from rose bouquets, to calla lily arrangements and hydrangeas - you’ll be sure to find a look for any occasion. Throughout the course, you’ll also learn professional tips for helping your flowers stay beautiful longer.
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354 min3-part Crafts course28 CQ
Make a mixed media art greeting card. Learn to paint fabric leaves, transfer a PDF to fused fabric, then arrange and apply the elements, making your own unique card.
with Fiber Designs By AnnMake a mixed media art greeting card. Learn to paint fabric leaves, transfer a PDF to fused fabric, then arrange and apply the elements, making your own unique card.
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659 min6-part Crafts course32 CQ
Combine resin and alcohol inks to make the most amazing 3d art pieces. The class covers all the basics for working with resin and is suitable for complete beginners.
with Deby ColesCombine resin and alcohol inks to make the most amazing 3d art pieces. The class covers all the basics for working with resin and is suitable for complete beginners.
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1371 min13-part Crafts course42 CQ
In this comprehensive course for modelers and model kit hobbyists that want to discover more about paint effects, review the entire model painting and weathering process—from start to finish.
with Video WorkbenchIn this comprehensive course for modelers and model kit hobbyists that want to discover more about paint effects, review the entire model painting and weathering process—from start to finish.
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7138 min7-part Clothes Making course73 CQ
Making your own clothes isn’t as difficult as it sounds. Follow along as Mimi G—fashion designer and style blogger—shows you how to put together a cute DIY skirt from start to finish.
with Mimi G StyleMaking your own clothes isn’t as difficult as it sounds. Follow along as Mimi G—fashion designer and style blogger—shows you how to put together a cute DIY skirt from start to finish.
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10119 min10-part Clothes Making course63 CQ
Hate it when you find the perfect dress, but it just doesn't fit? In this comprehensive DIY sewing course, Professor Pincushion shows you how to make your own fitted bodice to complement a homemade skirt. Learn which measurements to take, how to draft the basic bodice block and pattern, and, finally, sew the garment together for a professional look. Your creativity and handiwork will be rewarded with a statement dress.
with Professor PincushionHate it when you find the perfect dress, but it just doesn't fit? In this comprehensive DIY sewing course, Professor Pincushion shows you how to make your own fitted bodice to complement a homemade skirt. Learn which measurements to take, how to draft the basic bodice block and pattern, and, finally, sew the garment together for a professional look. Your creativity and handiwork will be rewarded with a statement dress.
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21172 min21-part Crafts course95 CQ
Appliqué, the process of sewing small fabric pieces onto a background, is an exciting way to explore textiles. In this course, learn about fusible web appliqué and construct a floral hanging quilt.
with Chatterbox QuiltsAppliqué, the process of sewing small fabric pieces onto a background, is an exciting way to explore textiles. In this course, learn about fusible web appliqué and construct a floral hanging quilt.
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19233 min19-part Clothes Making course126 CQ
Discover how to design and sew a perfect little black dress that is customized to your own body's measurements in this pattern drafting and sewing course from Sure Fit Designs.
with Sure Fit DesignsDiscover how to design and sew a perfect little black dress that is customized to your own body's measurements in this pattern drafting and sewing course from Sure Fit Designs.
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653 min6-part Clothes Making course30 CQ
In this sewing course, seamstress Izzy Meimsaab demonstrates how to make a flattering peplum tunic step-by-step, from drafting the pattern to sewing the tunic into a ready-to-wear piece.
with Izzy MeimsaabIn this sewing course, seamstress Izzy Meimsaab demonstrates how to make a flattering peplum tunic step-by-step, from drafting the pattern to sewing the tunic into a ready-to-wear piece.