"In sewing, a
gusset is a triangular or rhomboidal piece of
fabric inserted into a seam to add breadth or reduce stress from tight-fitting clothing. Gussets were used at the shoulders, underarms, and hems of traditional
shirts and
chemises made of rectangular lengths of
linen to shape the garments to the body." (Quote taken directly from Wikipedia). This explanation is pretty good, but it gives the impression that the clothing must be tight-fitting, and that isn't the case. These days, a gusset is usually placed under the arm, and DOES provide extra reaching room for movement in clothing, and that's the important thing to remember.
I have a couple of patterns with gussets, so if you've been holding back for fear of sewing this detail, fear no more.
Gussets aren't so difficult to sew. For success, follow these photo guidelines, step by tiny step:
DONE!!
Enjoy, and PLEASE let me know how this tutorial has helped you sew better gussets.
Have a great sewing day! Laura
Any chance you can fix all the broken photo links in this page? Tutorial's not very useful without them....
ReplyDeleteI am making the portrait blouse and my first gusset is horrid. I recall doing my first portrait blouse with this tutorial. Now the photos are not showing. Perhaps another computer will work. ?
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