How To Tailor (Take In) The Shoulders On A Jacket Or Blazer | Sew Anastasia

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  • čas přidán 11. 03. 2022
  • How to you alter, tailor, or take in the shoulders on a jacket or blazer on your home sewing machine? Fashion designer Anastasia Chatzka shows you how step by step DIY style in her latest youtube sewing tutorial!
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  • @MelancholyRequiem
    @MelancholyRequiem Před 2 lety +9

    Okay you are officially the fairy godmother every girl who grew up with Disney princesses wanted. Seriously, thank you so much, I've been trying to figure out how to do this for so long!

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před 2 lety +1

      👏👏👏🎀🎀 so happy to help. Thank you for watching. Happy sewing 🧵

  • @christinei5490
    @christinei5490 Před měsícem

    Thank you so much, now I can tackle a mans suit jacket I purchased which fits perfectly except for the wide shoulders it was expensive. I am not bothered that it button’s on the wrong side for a women just conscious of the wide shoulders.

  • @helenalvare4094
    @helenalvare4094 Před 7 měsíci +3

    grateful for your cheerfulness crossed with excellent close up camera work so I can see what you're doing!, and your thoroughness. THANKS!

  • @kathyoneil5023
    @kathyoneil5023 Před 7 měsíci +1

    This is just what I needed, I almost attacked my jacket the wrong way and it would have been ruined. Thank you soooo much. Wish you were in Minneapolis🤞

  • @sisterclairetheresa8494
    @sisterclairetheresa8494 Před 2 lety +9

    This is the fourth video I've watched on this topic, and yours is the most thorough and enjoyable. Nice work, and wish me luck on altering a linen men's summer jacket that I was about to bring to an expensive seamstress!

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před 2 lety

      Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much for watching. I am sure you an do this and it will turn out great. Tag me in your make. I would love to see it.

  • @JosieStev
    @JosieStev Před 2 lety +4

    Wow, that looks great. I do remember that movie👏👏👏👏👏

  • @lindal.d.s.5954
    @lindal.d.s.5954 Před 2 lety +6

    This is a great tutorial! Thank you! I’ve been sewing since my dear Grandmother taught me at about age 10. Then had every sewing class in H.S. I usually sew from my own pattern or a commercial one. When my daughter began going to formal dances in Jr&Sr H.S. we’d shop for party dresses and so many times we’d find a great deal but it needed tailored or she wanted something added or removed. Same with her wedding gown, which had a zipper and she wanted a lace up back. I’ve learned so much over the years, how to “redesign/remodel” garments. I’ve shied away from jackets/blazers, but no more since this tutorial! This is so appreciated!! It looks great!

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před 2 lety

      I’m so happy this tutorial has helped. I love that you have been altering clothes for so long. 🎀💕🎀 there is always something new to learn.

  • @lynettecharniak6758
    @lynettecharniak6758 Před 6 měsíci

    Thank you so much for this video. I've informed myself about methods to do this, but I have always been too timid to try. Now, after watching your video with the excellent camera work and your detailed approach, I feel that I can attempt this adjustment myself. Again, many thanks!

  • @israelrios997
    @israelrios997 Před 2 lety +1

    Yes it reminds me of the collection! I love that movie!!!!!!

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před 2 lety

      Such an awesome movie! I love it too. Thank you for watching.

  • @mikaelacash3791
    @mikaelacash3791 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Thank you so much for this video! I used to tailor clothes a bit back when I used to sew costumes, but haven't had to do any tailoring in a long time. However, I just bought a new costume, and the shoulders on the jacket desperately need to be taken in, and it seems so daunting because it's been so long since I had to go as far as to in inside the lining to tailor something, but this tutorial definitely makes me feel better about it.

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před 7 měsíci

      I'm so glad the video was helpful to you! It's great that you have some experience with tailoring, I'm sure you'll do a fantastic job with your new costume. Don't worry, you'll get the hang of it again in no time!

  • @xxx-il9dv
    @xxx-il9dv Před 2 lety +3

    Okay, this was a Great instructional video. One of the best I have seen. I always wondered how to do this type of alteration without totally deconstructing the jacket! Thank you for solving the mystery.

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před 2 lety

      Very welcome 🤗 Thank you for watching 💕

  • @cherylharris5695
    @cherylharris5695 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for your detailed tutorial

  • @messyupdo
    @messyupdo Před 8 měsíci +2

    Thank you Anastasia! I have just taken the shoulder and lining in on a silver coat that I bought off eBay a few years ago! It had very 80's shoulders and I looked like a footballer. Finding your video gave me the courage to change it! wow! I've subscribed to your channel now!

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před 8 měsíci +1

      I’m so happy you were able to fix it! :)

  • @isabellasalcedo7750
    @isabellasalcedo7750 Před rokem +1

    Mind. Blown.

  • @marshabrown9263
    @marshabrown9263 Před rokem +1

    Unfortunately I can’t see but I wanted to see if this was a thing and your video is exactly what I was looking for I will be at the Taylor tomorrow with four blazers thanks for the great video

  • @dianeschwalm3855
    @dianeschwalm3855 Před 2 lety +2

    Super cute jacket!

  • @glendalowery8322
    @glendalowery8322 Před rokem +4

    Thank you. Very helpful! Did you add the shoulder pads back in or make them smaller? Or did you totally eliminate the shoulder pads?

  • @vanessablacksmith3200
    @vanessablacksmith3200 Před rokem +1

    thank you SO SOOOOOOOO MUCH

  • @jcampbell100
    @jcampbell100 Před rokem +1

    Thanks just the video I needed. Subbed

  • @ruthirwin8222
    @ruthirwin8222 Před 2 lety +1

    Wonderful x

  • @pamelamerritt4403
    @pamelamerritt4403 Před rokem +1

    Thx I’m going to attempt this on my jacket because you make it look so easy🙏

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad I could inspire you to try it out on your jacket. Best of luck!

  • @bmsay2
    @bmsay2 Před rokem +1

    Thank you! Love your marking pin. Where did you buy it from?

  • @ReisigSeeds
    @ReisigSeeds Před 2 lety +6

    Wouldn’t taking out the shoulder pads affect how the jacket fits?

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před 2 lety +6

      It could. This jacket didn’t have crazy huge shoulder pads & was fine with out taking in the shoulder seam but it really is situational for each jacket. The fun of up cycling & alterations is dealing with all the individual projects. So yeah if your shoulder is feeling saggy or putting drapes in your top chest you definitely need to take in that shoulder. Thanks for watching & the great question. 🎀

    • @patw5550
      @patw5550 Před rokem

      Could we reposition d pads as well, follow d new shoulder ?

  • @DivaGalsDaily
    @DivaGalsDaily Před 2 lety +2

    Awesome video. I always wondered how they put in the lining in jackets... never looked at the edge stitching in sleeves. I have a question... is there a way to alter a soft jacket at the shoulder seam connecting to the collar? I always need to shorten jackets up top so they hit more at my waistline. Haven't found anyone on CZcams who has discussed this... love your and anyone else's thoughts.

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před 2 lety

      Cant you just shorten it from the bottom and tailor it through out the body so it fits at the waist? Also you can only take out so much in the shoulder seam before the sleeve gets too high in the armpit but from the bottom up you can tailor all day long. Hope that helps and I understood what you where asking. Thanks for watching.

    • @lesleymcneill1403
      @lesleymcneill1403 Před rokem

      Shortening from the bottom won’t alter where the waistline hits. I am short shoulder to bust point (nipple) and all jackets have the button that sits at the waist an inch too low. Can’t change button holes. To raise the shoulders would rise the waist. But I understand it could only be lifted a small amount.

  • @alaynaxmichelle
    @alaynaxmichelle Před rokem +3

    Would this work on a bigger coat? I just got one that I love but I would need to take like 2-3 inches off the shoulders haha

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před rokem +1

      Yeah it should work. You will probably need to make additional arm hole alterations to it as well.

    • @alaynaxmichelle
      @alaynaxmichelle Před rokem +2

      @@SewAnastasia it did work! I got impatient and did it anyways and it worked okay! I just had to make the shoulder sleeve slightly smaller with some light ruffling.

  • @racrx7
    @racrx7 Před 2 lety +1

    Great video! Can the same process be used for a men’s shirt? I’m making a shirt from a Simplicity pattern and feel the shoulders are going to hang off my shoulders. Loved that movie!! “Dishes are done man!!” 🤭

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před 2 lety +1

      Yes you can! Lol yes it’s an awesome movie

  • @paulafavaloro4595
    @paulafavaloro4595 Před 8 měsíci +1

    I love your chalk pencil. Where can I purchase one like that?

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před 8 měsíci +1

      It’s a quilting chalk pen. It’s from Joann in the quilting section or you can get it from Amazon.

  • @virginiataglavore2617
    @virginiataglavore2617 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Do you have any videos on how to take in sleeveless faux vest? Thank you.😊

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před 9 měsíci

      I have one on a sweater vest!

    • @virginiataglavore2617
      @virginiataglavore2617 Před 8 měsíci

      ❤Pink shoulder adjustment is very interesting, but I could cry. I filled all my closets with thrift items, which need skills. I was too greedy at the thrift stores. Lose weight or develope shoulders.😊 Virginia

  • @somewhereinbetween1499
    @somewhereinbetween1499 Před rokem +1

    Wouldn't shifting the shoulder in cause the sleeve pitch to change? You would have to take off the entire armhole and rotate it then right?

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před rokem

      If you take it in a ton then yes. Thank you for watching.

  • @Nemesis-rf8er
    @Nemesis-rf8er Před rokem +3

    I'm a couple months late to comment on this video but I'm hoping that it still gets noticed. Would this method also work for leather jackets? I understand that it might be a little trickier considering the material but is it actually still possible? I have the same problem for a leather jacket and can't seem to find a local alterations shop that's willing to do it for me here where I am.

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před rokem

      Yes you can do this to a leather jacket too.

    • @Nemesis-rf8er
      @Nemesis-rf8er Před rokem

      @@SewAnastasia I'll try to do my best so that I can do it right. Thank you so much for this video 🥰

  • @minnieshao8108
    @minnieshao8108 Před 2 lety +1

    Hi did you cut off the extreme bit in the lining as well

  • @janiceshoemaker990
    @janiceshoemaker990 Před rokem +1

    When you take in the shoulders does it shorten the sleeves

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před rokem

      If you take it up a ton yes it will be noticeable. If you get rid of the shoulder pad and take in the shoulder seam then it lowers the sleeve a bit. The simple answer is that yes it can adjust the length of the sleeve so always hem your sleeves last. Happy tailoring!

  • @kennethhenderson5098
    @kennethhenderson5098 Před 2 lety +2

    Does this work for a men's jacket as well? I've heard many people say you can't change the shoulders on a jacket you can take in the sides but not the shoulders on a jacket that's off the rack

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před 2 lety +1

      I don’t see why you can’t. You might need to adjust the sleeve cap a bit but as long as it’s not a super extreme downsize you should be good. You might also need to cut down your shoulder pad if you want to leave it or if you completely take it out & it was a full sized shoulder pad you will need to take in the shoulder seam because shoulder seams are extended for the shoulder pad when drafting. You also might need to cut out some of the armhole. I find that a lot of alterations businesses say no to stuff cause they don’t want to do all the work involved in it. I say buy a thrifted coat & practice on it. Also if your in Chicago my tailoring/upcycling class starts sept 7th. Thanks for watching 🎀

    • @kennethhenderson5098
      @kennethhenderson5098 Před 2 lety +1

      @@SewAnastasia Wow.... I'm in the suburbs of Chicago... Where can I find the info for your class.... It's a small world after all

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před 2 lety

      @@kennethhenderson5098 sewanastasia.com under beginner classes

    • @lesleymcneill1403
      @lesleymcneill1403 Před rokem +2

      Sometimes the work is so complicated it would cost the price of a new jacket. Practise on a thrift jacket is a good idea.

  • @maryhaller5093
    @maryhaller5093 Před rokem +1

    I have the same question ... does it shorten the sleeves when you take in the shoulder seam?

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před rokem +1

      Yes! So do not hem your sleeve till you take up the shoulder. Great question! ❤️❤️❤️

    • @maryhaller5093
      @maryhaller5093 Před rokem

      @@SewAnastasia Thank you so very much.

  • @user-vv8wc2hv4r
    @user-vv8wc2hv4r Před 11 měsíci +1

    I can’t figure out how the lining is supposed to be sewn back in.

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před 11 měsíci

      The same way you would sew it when sewing a blazer.

  • @portiafreeman-yn4xi
    @portiafreeman-yn4xi Před 10 měsíci +1

    What about fur-or thick type that cannot be turn inside-out?

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před 10 měsíci

      It can all be turned inside out. You need to maybe open up the lining more. Try that.

  • @lyzaheyden5283
    @lyzaheyden5283 Před rokem +1

    Please help a new sewer: When I pin the sleeves back together I end up with extra fabric at the end that bunches (too much fabric). Any thoughts on what I may have done incorrectly and how to fix? Thanks!

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před rokem +1

      Hi, If you had a big amount that you took in on the shoulders and took a shoulder pad out you probably need to also adjust your armhole now on the sleeve. You can take in the underarm on the sleeve. Is this what you where talking about? Hope it helped. Anastasia

  • @ThePubliusHuldah
    @ThePubliusHuldah Před 2 lety +1

    But women who have sloping shoulders want to keep the shoulder pads in. How do you trim a shoulder pad in order to eliminate the "football player" look and provide only a nice trim look with level shoulders?

    • @SewAnastasia
      @SewAnastasia  Před 2 lety

      You can take in the shoulders the same way but also cut back the shoulder pad so it is not in your seam allowance at the shoulder and it is ending at the top of your shoulder. Hope that helps. Thank you for watching.

  • @minnieshao8108
    @minnieshao8108 Před 2 lety +1

    I mean extra bit

  • @marymagdalene3004
    @marymagdalene3004 Před rokem +1

    I found myself fast-forwarding a lot.

  • @garbageman1983
    @garbageman1983 Před rokem +1

    If you just undo one more button off your top…you would have sooooo many more subscribers and followers you wouldn’t even believe! 😜