Having cut the sleeves on bias – diagonal thread direction – gives them a much softer look and feel, and also gives me a richer opportunity to manipulate them into a good match with the rest of the dress’ overall pattern.

Allthough not easy, I always find it interesting and stimulating to set sleeves on new designs – it’s just like solving puzzles, so many possibilities! I like that.

Back to the Work Room.

Now it’s high time to finish up this dress! Let’s do it!