Easy Princess Cap Sleeves (7170 Views)

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  Step 1 of 9

  Begin by cutting a pattern like this, if you are my size (about S). Or, you can trace one of your short sleeves pattern and extend it (make it longer)

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  Step 2 of 9

  Shir the bottom of the sleeve here's a good tutorial on shirring: http://www.kukyideas.com/journal/2007/04/shirred-dress-tutorial.html

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  Step 3 of 9

  After admiring how cute the sleeve already look, baste the top of the sleeve, start 2 inches above sleeve bottom.

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  Step 4 of 9

  pull the bottom strand, "ruche" all the way at this point. worry about fitting later.

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  Step 5 of 9

  Pin top center of sleeve to shoulder center. Pin bottom of sleeve about 2 inches( adjust accordingly). Then adjust the folds in between and pin.

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  Step 6 of 9

  There. You will have a sleeve hole left like that.

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  Step 7 of 9

  sew from sleeve view. Remember to check other side before putting under the foot for folds.

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  Step 8 of 9

  Finish the edges of the sleeve hole.

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  Step 9 of 9

  Show off your cute new princess sleeve!