Sew the Endless Summer Tunic by A Verb for Keeping Warm

Intermediate | 37 min

Endless Summer Tunic
Introduction01:16
Materials01:01

Getting Ready to Sew
Fabric choices and pattern alignment02:30
Trace and cut pattern pieces plus bias strips06:07

Sewing the Tunic
Assemble tunic pieces07:47
Finish arm openings03:40
Sew and attach yoke11:40
Finishing and variations03:01

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Learn how to sew A Verb for Keeping Warm’s most popular pattern: the Endless Summer Tunic. This flattering tunic will be a staple in your summer wardrobe and works just as well with layers in cooler seasons. The patternmaker, Tasa Gleason, walks you through the process of selecting fabric, determining your size, and working with pattern pieces to construct your garment. Learn professional finishing techniques and helpful tips along the way. Once you’ve made your first tunic, you’ll be scheming ways to make one for every month of the year.

Here’s what you’ll need:

Get the Endless Summer Tunic pattern here
1 ½ – 2 ¼ yards of fabric, depending on size
½ yard fusible interfacing
½ yard contrasting fabric, for pockets and yoke lining
1 ½ yards dot paper
Pressing cloth
Pressing template
Highlighter
Marking tools
Pencil
Seam ripper
Measuring gauge
Matching and contrasting threads
Pinking shears
Fabric scissors
Paper scissors
Snips
Blue painters tape
Pins
Hand-sewing needle
Clear 2” x 18” gridded ruler
Sewing machine
Iron
Ironing board

Downloads:

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Learn how to:

Work from a multi-size sewing pattern
Add pockets
Construct garment
Match up pattern repeats across seams
Slip stitch hems for clean finishing
Sew gathers
Add bias binding around the arm holes

What You'll Get:

Step-by-step expert instruction on making the Endless Summer Tunic, A Verb for Keeping Warm's most poplular pattern
2 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
Detailed supplies list
The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students