Step by Step
to success
Shopping Cart : 4 items
Testimonials
“I have recently sampled the Level 1 DVD pattern no. 3456 and the Getting Started DVD I found them both to be excellent! I am a learner sewer and could understand everything clearly, it was so easy to follow. I especially enjoyed the ‘Getting Started’ DVD and felt that was well worth having. All the hints and tips and the instructions were fantastic. I would definitely look out for patterns with the DVD available in future.”
Rebecca Eade, Auckland, NZ
“I don’t understand anything to do with sewing but upon watching the ‘You Can Sew DVD’ I found I learnt a lot within the first five minutes of watching it. This is a brilliant product, it’s so easy to understand and follow that I’m sure it will change the way that people want to learn how to sew in future”. I just love it!
Sheree Clayton, Auckland, NZ
“This product is brilliant! It’s Easy to follow, gives clear instructions with a nice soothing voice to listen to. I recommend this product to anyone wanting to learn to sew!”
Tania Cooper, Auckland, NZ
“Thanks so much for sharing this great product with me, Ingrid! This is such a wonderful idea and so useful for someone like me who has absolutely no experience with creating my own garments. It’ll be a perfect accompaniment to any Kwik Sew pattern on the market, for sure! So a big WELL DONE to you and your excellent seamstress (although I think your talented hands were in there as much as hers?). Congratulations on putting together such a fantastic product!!”
Lesley Paton, Auckland NZ
“Instead of buying a Bernina Sewing Machine to learn to sew on we bought a ‘Brother’ Sewing Machine because that is what is used in the DVD. I can’t wait to learn how to sew and the Getting Started DVD is perfect for me”.
Renata Selva, Auckland , NZ
2 Cardigans, Level 1
Click on the images
to see larger versions
Pattern and DVD
Price: NZD $ 25.00
Pattern No 3721
Dolman sleeve cardigans have “square” front and sleeve in one and front edges drape. Outer edges can be left unfinished or finished with Serger/Overlock machine, zigzag, straight stitch or decorative over edge stitch. View A is longer and has pockets in side seams.
The You Can Sew DVD shows step-by-step garment construction using a four-threaded overlocker for both View A and View B.
The cardigan can have a completely different look by choosing two different types of stretch knits. This is demonstrated in the DVD where View A is a casual style cardigan and View B is for a more formal occasion. Both cardigans are extremely quick and easy to make with a four-threaded overlocker, as the seam is overlocked and sewen at the same time.
If you do not own an overlocker or serger, use either a zigzag or overcastting stitch to finish the edges.
SEWING SUPPLIES REQUIRED:
Fabric & Matching Coloured Overlocking Thread
(Click on the back image of the pattern for fabric and sizing information)
Overlocker or Serger
Dressmaking pins and Pin Container (or Pin Cushion)
Fabric and Paper Cutting Scissors
Masking Tape and Marker Pen
Unpicker or Seam Ripper (if required)
Measuring Tape, Sewing Gauge
Ironing Board and Iron
Darning Needle
SKILLS LEARNED:
Pattern Layout and Cutting Techniques
How to sew pockets
Overlocking Techniques
Seam Finishing
Pressing a stretch knit garment
This DVD includes a free ‘Getting Started’ Chapter and a free ‘Basic Alterations’ Chapter.
