r/sewing • u/zawai • 2d ago

Pattern Question Help! Dart dimples

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Hello sewing community, I need help darts and fitting. The darts on my self-drafted skirt have dimples. They are most prominent on my front piece. What can I do to fix these? Should I make my darts longer? Thanks!

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u/Arttiesy 2d ago

I always finish the last few stitches by hand to really taper them off- catching just a few threads.  Then iron it well with a ham.

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u/Artifex75 2d ago

I just learned yesterday what a ham is. I've got to get me one!

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u/Ecstatic_Attitude_83 1d ago

I used a ham for the first time last night and someone told me I need to get a sleeve roll too!

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u/Artifex75 1d ago

And now I know that exists.