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1 PICK YOUR SLEEVE TYPE

s with many of the elements that create a handmade garment, there are lots of different styles of sleeve and they each have their own merits. Most patterns will come pre-designed with a certain style already, but sometimes you may want to design your own pattern from scratch, or customise an existing one. If that's the case, ensure that the style of sleeve you choose works with the rest of the garment, and the ways in which you intend to wear it. For example, a

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