Sew Better, Sew Faster: Shirtmaking - Season 1

Want sharp points? Make it happen with Janet's pressing tips! Then, move on to speedy topstitching preparation and find out how to get accurate curves at both ends of the collar stand. You'll also eliminate hand stitching (and increase your efficiency!) by using the burrito technique to attach the collar and collar stand.

Things are coming together! Janet guides you through finishing the sleeve placket and pleats, before sharing her method for setting a sleeve without pins or basting. When it's time for pressing, you'll see how the tailor's ham can help you achieve professional results.

Topstitching in tight spaces can be tricky, but Janet's there to help at every step! Learn how to tackle the topstitching at the sleeves as you finish them. Then, it's back to the burrito method for clean work at the cuffs.

Sew buttonholes faster and fuss-free! Janet lays out a pattern-free marking method that's much faster, and moves on to sewing buttons that button smoothly. (It's all in how loose you sew them.) To close things out, you'll dive into the different button placement on men's and women's shirts.