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Learn to Sew a Raglan T-Shirt

Master knit sewing in this online sewing class featuring the Bowen raglan tee pattern. Perfect for those wanting to create casual wear, you'll learn essential techniques for working with knit fabrics, constructing raglan sleeves, and creating professional neckband finishes. This class guides you through creating a gender-expansive t-shirt with henley placket details. Learn to make a comfortable, stylish top that fits perfectly.

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Prepare to Sew

This lesson covers all the basic things you need to know to get started with this sewalong. If you’re a beginner, this will be really helpful to watch!

If you feel like you already know how to get your pattern and fabric ready for sewing, go ahead and skip to the next lesson and you’ll learn to do some helpful fitting adjustments for the Bowen tee.

You’re going to learn how to:


  • Select a pattern and reference its skill level

  • Select a size

  • Prepare patterns and fabric

  • Cut and mark fabric

Click the timestamps to skip to these sections:


  • Selecting a Pattern (Skill Levels) (00:23)

  • How to Select a Size (00:43)

  • How to Download and Print Your Pattern (02:19)

  • How to Assemble Your Print-At-Home PDF Pattern (04:16)

  • Preparing Your Pattern and Fabric (06:05)

  • Cutting and Marking (06:59)

Learn to Sew a Raglan T-Shirt

Here’s what you’ll need for this project:


  • Bowen pattern

  • All-purpose polyester sewing thread

  • Ballpoint sewing machine needle

  • Three 3/8” (10 mm) buttons or snaps for misses sizes 00-18; four 3/8” (10 mm) buttons or snaps for curvy sizes 12-30

  • 1/8 yard (.1 meters) fusible interfacing

  • Optional: ballpoint twin needle

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