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How to Sew a Dart Quickly and Easily

June 27, 2019 by Margaret 4 Comments

How to Sew a Dart Quickly and Easily. Learn how to sew and press a dart so you never have to wory about ugly puckers or uneven darts again.
For beginners, sewing darts can feel like a complicated step. When I first began sewing darts I know that I was worried about getting a straight line and stopping right at the point.  With a little practice, I was able to master the art of the dart. I feel confident after watching these videos and practicing a couple of times you'll feel confident about your dart sewing abilities too. 

Transferring the Darts to Fabric

Before you can sew the darts you'll need to either transfer them from your pattern or draw them onto the wrong side of the fabric. Make sure you use an instrument that is made for marking on fabric. I like fabric chalk or pens. If you need help transferring darts you can read this post or watch the video below.

Sewing the Darts

Darts can be a tad intimidating if you’ve never had to sew one before. I’m going to show you how to sew a dart that ensures you never have a pucker.

 

  1. Fold the dart so that the right sides of the dart legs are touching. You should be able to see your markings.
  2. Place a pin through one side of the dart leg and out the other side. Your pin should come out on the other marking. If it did not realign the dart so that it matches up. I usually do this in 2-3 spots.
  3. Sew the dart by sewing on the line. Backstitch just a tiny bit after the first or second stitch.
  4. When you get to the end of the dart, sew off the edge of the fabric. Do not backstitch.
  5. Leave a thread tail that is at least 4″ long.
  6. Tie the thread tail in a know to secure the stitch.
  7. On the wrong side of the fabric press the dart towards the back
  8. On the front side press the dart to smooth out the fabric. Using a tailors ham or rolled up towel under the garment will help.

Do you have any questions about sewing or pressing darts? Let me know in the comments section.

How to Sew a Dart Quickly and Easily. For beginners, sewing darts can feel like a complicated step.. Learn how to sew and press a dart quickly and easily

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Comments

  1. Sarah

    August 22, 2019 at 3:31 pm

    Great explanation. I had no idea what a dart even was before reading!

    Reply
  2. Nonso

    August 23, 2019 at 10:14 am

    I sew, so this is very helpful and explanatory!

    Reply
  3. Janay

    August 24, 2019 at 9:10 pm

    I love the way you explained everything! It was so well written and easy to follow’

    Reply
  4. Linda Keenan

    September 16, 2020 at 7:19 am

    what side of dart do you sew on after pinning and also ironong toward back side of garmet?
    thank youLL

    Reply

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