Drafting sleeves

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Hello professor
I’m Aisha, I just started learning sewing and drafting own patterns.
I find it very difficult to draft sleeves pattern. Even the basic pattern.
Everytime it turn out bigger and puffier. Could really use your help.
Thank you.

[the_professors_assistantKeymaster]

Here’s an idea that you can try: Do you have sleeve that you really like on an existing shirt or dress? We have a tutorial that shows you how to replicate and create a pattern based on the already existing sleeve. You can find the directions on a sleeve I did in this tutorial: https://www.professorpincushion.com/professorpincushion/how-to-create-patterns-from-existing-clothing-simple-tops/ It’s not drafting it from scratch but it might at least be good practice. Please note: that if the original sleeve is from knit, you cannot add for a garment meant for woven fabrics. There won’t be enough ease for you. Good luck!

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