How to Sew Darts | Beginner & Advanced

Next in our A-Z Sewing Techniques Series, I'm teaching you guys how to sew darts! In this video, you'll learn how to sew darts as a beginner and tips for sewing darts if you're an advanced sewer. Once you master sewing darts the easy way, try out sewing darts the advanced way. If you follow the advanced technique to sew your darts, you will create perfect darts every time!

Music: Soho (Youtube Audio Library)
Edited with: Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2014
Camera: Canon Rebel T3i

FTC: This video was not sponsored.

[MomShots]

Great tutorial! I use the second method but I also reduce the stitch length on the last half inch. I learned to do that from an old article in Threads magazine. It's just another way to make sure that the dart tip is flat and secure. This series is so awesome. I'm so happy to have stumbled not it. Thank you!

[jaelynncarney]

When I first started out sewing on the machine I practiced sewing straight lines on lined paper without thread (it basically just poked holes in a sheet of paper). Now I can sew straight lines no problem. Thanks, grandma!

[lachiemac]

I’ve been sewing for about 5 years (on and off) but I’m self taught so even my best outfits are rough around the edges. Your tutorials are inviting and easy to follow! Well done 😊😊

[lindadechow]

Thank you; I am an advanced sewist and I have never learned that dart technique. My mom did not use it, either and she was a couture sewist! That makes perfect sense, now, all my darts will be perfect. You are the best!

[juliaburch]

For those of you who need guidance with stitching straight while sewing darts, just put some light or washi tape where you want the stitch line to be and remove it as you taper off, if you’re doing the advanced technique. Even if you see through it, the tape will rip off but keep your stitches.

[etaureau]

I needed a refresher on darts and I’m so glad that I watched this video. This was definitely new material for me - thank you!

[sadmac]

I'm still a beginner, but actually just kinda jumped into the world of pattern drafting because I'm trying to recreate American Girl doll clothes from existing ones I have (without taking said clothes apart as I know they won't go back together the same way), and some things I've learned from it:
1, seam allowance is pretty important.
2, remember that the clothing has to fit *around* the doll, and adjust for that in your patterns.
3, easing in sleeves isn't particularly difficult for me (that was actually the first time I'd tried it) but would probably be a little easier on a larger scale.
Something I've learned from making a bag: If you're working with pockets on a lined piece, sew the lining together, sew the pocket to the lining, then sew the outside together, and attach the lining. Or at least, that's what I should've done for the bag.

[nataraja]

Darts 101, one ABSOLUTELY does NOT backstitch on a dart. One should decrease the stitch length substantially when reaching the end of the dart. I should clarify, since the video mentions making ‘perfect’ darts, that not backstitching creates a cleaner dart from the right side, and in my opinion, a more ‘perfect’ dart. On the dimple, placing brown paper between the dart and the fabric will allow you to iron into the tip of the dart and prevent the iron from leaving a dart impression on the right side of the fabric.

[crazycatlady]

Awesome tutorial! My tip as someone who has trouble controlling a sewing machine for more precise stitches: If I can't get the sewing machine to co-operate for the end of the dart, I'll just hand-stitch it. It sounds more time-consuming, but I find switching between machine sewing for straight lines, and hand-sewing for intricate details, is easier for me personally, and actually saves me time having to undo and redo machine stitches I messed up.
And I never, ever, ever backstitch the end of darts. I bring both ends of the thread to one side, and tie it (same thing as shown in the video) before continuing with a hand stitch. And if I'm anxious about the knot unraveling, I'll dab a little fray-check on it with a toothpick before cutting the thread to size.

[davidmarks]

Really clear tutorial. I"m a beginner sewer. My goal is to avoid square boxy designs. I am making my very first top which will be a long sleeve jersey top. I"m going to shape it with the use of darts. To be honest at this stage I will be happy to end up with something I can wear, but it doesn't' hurt to have dreams :)

[kailiekatz]

You should make your own ham. I made mine out of fabric scraps and discount remnants. It has been a lifesaver.

Just cut a large egg shape out of several layers of cotton remnants and collect all your scraps/cut threads from your next few projects to use as stuffing.

[chrisfromtx]

Although I hadn't sewn for years I've recently taken it up again, and I don't think I have ever been shown this advanced dart technique. I can't wait to try it. Thanks.

[stitchbiatch]

Holy moly I needed this. I'm actually a professional sewist, but I make boat covers and upholstery. I've been doing darts wrong for years. Embarrassing. Anyway, thanks so much for this! Liked and subscribed.

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[MegLoven]

Great tutorial - thank you so much!! I love the way my darts turned out and your tips were so easy to follow and spot on for great results.

[AmberW]

I'm just starting out and the beginner course I was doing didn't mention how to finish the point. Thank you so much for this! Now I'll be able to start out knowing how things are supposed to look vs how I may do them.

[spoonv]

I just watched your video help with my darting on a pant hem, and feel I'm ready to make some nice darts! Thank you!

[tricedavis]

i have been sewing since i was 12 some 45 years ago you learn new things every day only thing your fabric is to dark for me to see exactly what you were doing at the end of each dart

[veramats]

I've never seen this technique explained thus way. Thank you!!!

[kickitlikekirra]

I'm so glad I didn't stop watching after the first technique! Thanks for sharing the advanced option as well!