Magnetic Cinch Cuff

 A magnetic cinch cuff is a clothing accessory that uses strong magnets for cinching or securing sleeves, blouses, jackets etc. or to tighten the fit without needing snaps, buttons or tailors. It acts as an instant cuff adjuster when you fold the fabric of your sleeve to desired length and place the magnets on either side to hold the folds in place. They replace safety pins and tailor-cuts which can ruin expensive or delicate fabrics by piercing or leaving holes. These are available in gold, silver and gunmetal to match any outfit or jewelry. They can also be used to adjust fit, hem adjustments and highlight curves.

Flare And Tube Silhouette

A flare silhouette combined with a tube silhouette creates a highly attractive structural contrast known as flare and fit shape. It consists of a wide or spread-out upper part and a straight cut tubular or columnar bottom. 

Dolman Sleeve With Gusset

 A Gusset is a triangular or a diamond piece of fabric often added under the arm to allow freedom of movement, improve the fit or reinforce the structural strength. As a dolman sleeve is a design where sleeve is cut as one continuous piece with the bodice of the garment, a gusset is often added under the arm to prevent the apparel from tearing, bunching or restricting movement when the arms are raised.

Dolman Sleeves

Instead of a traditional sewn-in armhole, a dolman sleeve is cut as a single continuous piece with the bodice. It consists of a deep, wide armhole that tapers towards the wrist, creating a roomy and relaxed fit. It forms elegant wings when the arms are raised and hence also called as 'Batwing Sleeve'. The underarm seam extends much lower sometimes reaching all the way to the wrist. This sleeve was popular during mid 19th century and today commonly used in sweaters, blouses, dresses and light jackets.

Cording Foot

A cording foot is a sewing machine foot designed mainly for the surface embellishment of fabrics, that is to sew thin cords, yarns, threads or elastics on the surface of the fabric. This foot can also be used for gathering. The top of the foot consists of slots which can hold lightweight yarns or cords which simply slip into the guide from the side. One can use one, two or all three slots depending on the necessity of the project. The bottom of the foot has a groove which allows cords and thick threads to pass underneath freely. Common uses of the foot include, surface embellishment, adding 3D patterns, decorative lines, texture, elastic threading, smocking, reinforcing edges and so on.

To Use It: Attach the cording foot to the presser foot holder, place the decorative cord into the grooves of the foot. The cord or yarn should be thin enough to move freely through the grooves. Secure the cords at the back of the foot by tying a knot. Select the desired decorative stitch with a stitch width wide enough to cover the width of the cord. Be sure that the needle swings back and forth over the cord securing it to the fabric without piercing the cord. To create unique combinations, experiment with different types of decorative threads and stitches. For gathering of fabric, finish the stitching and then pull the cord which will draw up and gather fabric. Adjust the fullness and place a knot at the end of the cord to secure. 

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Square Armhole Sleeve

A square armhole sleeve consists of straight and angular armhole opening rather than rounded like a standard set-in-sleeve. The sleeve is attached using straight seams rather than the typical curved armscye (typical opening for a sleeve). The construction requires sewing the sleeve into the angular corner of the armhole which usually involves clipping the corners (a technique used to create clean edges by removing excess fabric from the seam allowance) so that the fabric stays neat and flat. The angular cut offers, looser and broader underarm area emphasizing freedom of movement and comfort.