seams, closures + hems, with liesl gibson

Join Liesl Gibson, founder and chief designer for Oliver + S, in her Brooklyn studio as she shows you how to sew professional-looking seam finishes, closures, and hems step-by-step in this informative and inspiring video workshop.

First Liesl teaches you how to finish seams with flat-fell, French, and bias-bound seams for a professional looking garment inside and out. Next you'll learn how to install zippers like a pro including invisible, centered, and lapped zippers, along with general tips to ensure foolproof zippers every time. She also shows how to make perfect buttonholes for every button type and the proper way to sew on buttons. Finally, see how to finish hems like a pro from top-stitched hems and curved hems to hand-stitched hems.

Throughout the video Liesl shares her unique tips and tricks for successful garment sewing from her years of designer experience plus offers inspiring design advice through interview footage to encourage everyone to be creative with their sewing.

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