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Raglan Sleeve Height Adjustment
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Beginner
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Description
In this free Raglan Sleeve Adjustment Tutorial you will get:
- A full tutorial with step-by-step instructions for fun, easy sewing.
- Full-size, instant-download tutorial that you can print at home and get started straight away!
- Beginner friendly instructions you’ll love to use (which are also great for sewing with your kids!)
- A tutorial that will help you adjust a raglan sleeve for height to get a perfect fit.
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- +Preparation
- Your Rebecca Page pattern
- Scissors
- Clear ruler
- Pattern paper for tracing off your original Rebecca Page pattern, as we are going to split and spread the pattern. I recommend something slightly thicker than tissue paper, as that tears easily.
- Pen or pencil
- Sticky tape
Project OverviewDifficulty Level = Beginner
Our patterns are designed for a height of 5 foot 6. If your height is above/below this, you may need to adjust the pattern to get the perfect fit. Follow this tutorial to adjust the bodice.
Follow the tutorial below to adjust your raglan sleeve, for woven or knit pattern.To calculate the adjustment length, subtract your height from 5 foot 6. The difference is what you will need to adjust your pattern by.
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Please read the full instructions before getting started.
Wash, dry, and press your fabric before starting your project. A bit of prep now prevents shrinking and means your garment will stay the same size you made it.
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SizingSize Range
Womens 1-10, Womens Curvy 6C-15C, Mens XXS - 4XL
Size Chart
To calculate the adjustment length, subtract your height from 5 foot 6. The difference is what you will need to adjust your pattern by.
The table below shows how to calculate your measurement (in INCHES). Use this as a guideline to calculate the number of inches required to adjust the pattern pieces by.
Shorter than pattern height of 5 foot 6 inches Taller than pattern height of 5 foot 6 inches Your Height Difference Divide by 2 (for bodice length only) Divide by 2 (halfway through armhole and waist adjustment) Your Height Difference Divide by 2 (for bodice length only) Divide by 2 (halfway through armhole and waist adjustment) 5 foot 3 inches 3.00 1.50 0.75 5 foot 7 inches 1.00 0.50 0.25 5 foot 4 inches 2.00 1.00 0.50 5 foot 8 inches 2.00 1.00 0.50 5 foot 5 inches 1.00 0.50 0.25 5 foot 9 inches 3.00 3.00 1.50 Make a note of this measurement.
Materials and ToolsYou will need:
- + Instructions
1 . Trace Your Pattern Piece1.1
Take your pattern piece and draw a line, parallel to the hem, halfway through the front and back curves of your raglan sleeve pattern piece.
1.2Place your sleeve pattern piece onto a large sheet of paper.
Starting above the sleeve, draw a line parallel to the grainline, down through the full length of the sleeve, and extending below it.
This is the balance line. We will use this to keep everything aligned while adjusting.
1.3Cut across the line you drew in step 1.1.
Line up the top of the sleeve to the balance line and tape in place.
1.4Extend the balance line from the top sleeve, meeting the line at the bottom of the sheet.
2 . OPTION Adding Length2.0You will need to spread the sleeve piece apart to add length.
2.1Measure from the top pattern piece down, using your calculated measurement, and tape the bottom panel in place. Keep the panel aligned to the balance line.
2.2Draw around the sleeve pattern piece. Remove the traced sleeve piece.
Your drawn sleeve will be an odd shape. Draw a dotted line smoothing out the curve.
2.3Cut out your new sleeve following the dotted line. Your raglan sleeve height adjustment is now complete.
I recommend sewing a muslin using your adjusted pattern pieces. This will help you check the fit before sewing your final garment.
3 . OPTIONAL Removing Length3.0You will need to overlap the sleeve piece to remove length.
3.1Take the cut piece and overlap it, using your measurement.
Tape in place.
3.2Draw around the sleeve pattern piece. Remove the traced sleeve piece.
Your drawn sleeve will be an odd shape. Draw a dotted line smoothing out the curve.
3.3Cut out your new sleeve following the dotted line. Your raglan sleeve height adjustment is now complete.
I recommend sewing a muslin using your adjusted pattern pieces. This will help you check the fit before sewing your final garment.
- + Finishing Notes and Congratulations
Finishing Notes and Congratulations
Congratulations, your Raglan Sleeve Height Adjustment is done. Enjoy!
We would love to hear how you got on and see photos of your finished project!
Join us at our Facebook Group, tag us on Instagram, or use the hashtag #rpraglansleeveheightadjustment.
Thank you for using a Rebecca Page pattern.
© Copyright 2021
All Rights ReservedSales + Licencing InformationProject OverviewDifficulty Level = Beginner
Our patterns are designed for a height of 5 foot 6. If your height is above/below this, you may need to adjust the pattern to get the perfect fit. Follow this tutorial to adjust the bodice.
Follow the tutorial below to adjust your raglan sleeve, for woven or knit pattern.To calculate the adjustment length, subtract your height from 5 foot 6. The difference is what you will need to adjust your pattern by.
SizingSize Range
Womens 1-10, Womens Curvy 6C-15C, Mens XXS - 4XL
Size Chart
To calculate the adjustment length, subtract your height from 5 foot 6. The difference is what you will need to adjust your pattern by.
The table below shows how to calculate your measurement (in INCHES). Use this as a guideline to calculate the number of inches required to adjust the pattern pieces by.
Shorter than pattern height of 5 foot 6 inches Taller than pattern height of 5 foot 6 inches Your Height Difference Divide by 2 (for bodice length only) Divide by 2 (halfway through armhole and waist adjustment) Your Height Difference Divide by 2 (for bodice length only) Divide by 2 (halfway through armhole and waist adjustment) 5 foot 3 inches 3.00 1.50 0.75 5 foot 7 inches 1.00 0.50 0.25 5 foot 4 inches 2.00 1.00 0.50 5 foot 8 inches 2.00 1.00 0.50 5 foot 5 inches 1.00 0.50 0.25 5 foot 9 inches 3.00 3.00 1.50 Make a note of this measurement.
Materials and ToolsYou will need:
- Your Rebecca Page pattern
- Scissors
- Clear ruler
- Pattern paper for tracing off your original Rebecca Page pattern, as we are going to split and spread the pattern. I recommend something slightly thicker than tissue paper, as that tears easily.
- Pen or pencil
- Sticky tape