In this series of 3 posts, we discuss what to do when the armhole is too low. There are many ways of correcting low shoulders, but here we discuss the top 3 options:

• Option 1 – Raises the entire garment from the shoulder seam
• Option 2 – Raises the armhole position only
• Option 3 – Raises the garment from the across-front area instead of the shoulder seam

Option 2 is done on the pattern for a more permanent correction.

Pay attention to the dart, waist, and princess line position before pinning. If you’re happy with it before pinning, this correction is for you.

Step-by-Step Armhole Raising – Option 2

1. Pin the across-front, sleeve, and across-back at your desired armhole position.
2. Measure the amount you’ve pinned.
3. Mark the armhole higher by the amount you measured.
4. Mark the reverse curve of the sleeve higher by the same amount.

Reminder: Keep it balanced! Same amount front to back, assuming you started with a balanced pattern 😆

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