Announcing Our Newest Lesson: Drafting an Asymmetric Neckline for Knits

new lesson image: Drafting an Asymmetric knit top

UoF’s newest lesson: Drafting an Asymmetric Neckline for Knits—Part of our cut & sew knit-drafting series. (Image credit: University of Fashion).

Get ready to bring a little drama to your knits—because this lesson is all about drafting an asymmetric neckline that says, “I woke up fabulous.” You’ll learn how to create that glamorous one-shoulder moment that’s been stealing the spotlight on every runway (and possibly your next Zoom meeting).

Reading the Sketch

asymmetric top measurements pointsReading the sketch and planning the top’s proportions. (Image credit: University of Fashion).

We’ll decode the fashion sketch like true design detectives—figuring out shoulder width, that tricky neckline drop, and how far your drama (ahem, your neckline) should go.

using 1/34" clear flat elastic to stabilize neckline

Using ¼” clear flat elastic cut ½” smaller than the neckline to stabilize the neckline. (Image credit: University of Fashion).

Oh, and because nobody likes a droopy neckline, we’ll share a pro tip to keep yours from stretching out while sewing. Think of it as a little elasticity therapy for your top.

But There’s More

image of 3 knit sewing lessons for necklines, hems and seams

University of Fashion’s 3-part knit sewing series. (Image credit: University of Fashion).

Become a knit whisperer with our lessons on picking the perfect seam allowances, plus hem and neckline finishes that make your stretchy designs behave like they actually want to be sewn.

Be sure to check out our other cut & sew knit drafting lessons:

Drafting a Women’s Fitted Stable Knit T-Shirt from Measurements

Drafting A Knit Camisole

Drafting an Off-Shoulder Knit Top

Drafting An Off-Shoulder Knit Top with Cuff – 2 Variations

Drafting a Built-up Neckline for Knits

Drafting a Cowl Neckline for Knits

Drafting a Knit Halter Tank with a Racerback

Drafting a Boat Neckline for Knits

Drafting a Collared Neckline for Knits

Drafting a Hoodie Knit Top

 

 

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Headshot of Francesca Sterlacci

Francesca Sterlacci is the CEO of University of Fashion (UoF) which she founded in 2008 as the first on-demand online fashion video library bringing the art and craft of fashion design and business to schools, libraries, organizations and the general public. As owner of her eponymous label for ten years, her collection sold in fine stores such as Bergdorf Goodman, Saks, Barneys and Nordstrom. As a professor at the Fashion Institute of Technology for 11 years, she became Chair of the Fashion Design Department where she initiated the complete revision of their AAS and BFA degree programs, as well as wrote three certificate programs: Leather Fashion Design, Outerwear and Haute Couture. Francesca has also taught graduate level fashion design at the Academy of Art University San Francisco for six years, both on site and online. Her publishing accomplishments include: Leather Apparel Design, the Historical Dictionary of the Fashion Industry (First and Second Editions), the A-Z of the Fashion Industry, Leather Fashion Design and a 3-volume beginner series on Draping, Pattern Making and Sewing designed to complement the UoF lessons. She has also made literary contributions to both the Encyclopedia of Clothing & Fashion and You Can Do It! The Merit Badge Handbook for Women. Francesca holds an AAS, BA and an MSEd (master’s degree in higher education).