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DRESS MAKING - CITS

Lesson 42- 45 (4) : Sleeve Cuffs

Objectives

At the end of this lesson you shall be able to
• Know about Sleeve Cuffs and its variations
• Develop different patterns regard to sleeve cuffs.

1.1 SLEEVE CUFFS:

Sleeve cuffs are developed in a variety of widths and styled in a number of ways (curved, pointed, and so on). The
most common are the basic shirt cuff; the French cuff; the closed cuff; the roll-up cuff; and the wide, contoured
cuff.
The grainline can be altered to accommodate lengthwise grain, bias, or cross grain as appropriate for the marker
or fabric design (plaids and stripes).
Measurements Needed:

• Around hand __________________, plus 1/2- to 1-inch ease.
• Cuff width as desired.
• Example: 8 1/2-inch (including ease) for a basic cuff 2 inches wide.

Style:1 BASIC SHIRT CUFF
Fig 1

• Fold paper lengthwise.
• Square a 2-inch line from fold. Draw a parallel line 8 1/2 inches long. Mark.
• Add 1 inch for extension
Fig 2

• Add 1/2-inch seams.
• Mark button placement in center of extension.

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