Saree School Lesson 27 - Perfect Chest Pleats

When it comes to those regal pleats, I’m a firm believer in ironing Kanchipuram silks for that structured look.

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Saree School Lesson 26 - Perfect Pallu Pleats.

A few things:

1. I recommend this method for kanchipuram/silk sarees only (for most others ie satin/net etc. refer to Saree School Lesson 24.
2. My iron brand of choice is Rowenta - steam irons are the best for silk sarees.
3. I don’t recommend storing your precious silk sarees this way - iron/prep as close to the event as possible and then store with regular folds.

Step #1: Iron the entire saree

Step #2: Determine the how wide you want your pleats, create the first pleat and iron it down

Step #3: Bring the other end of the saree to line up with the edge of your first pleat and iron it down

Step #4: Unfold the saree, keeping the first pleat in place. Fold the side of the saree with the first pleat over to the middle fold line and iron it down

Step #5: Unfold the saree, keeping the first pleat in place. Fold the side of the saree with the first pleat over to the fold line you just created and iron it down

Step #6:  Fold the saree forward along the line you just ironed, and then fold it over one more time to meet the middle line. Iron it down

Step #7: Bring the other end of the saree over to the middle line and iron it down

Step #8: Unfold the saree and fold it over to the fold line you just created. Iron it down

Step #9: Fold the saree forward along the line you just ironed, and then fold it over one more time to meet the middle line. Iron it down

Step #10: Unfold the entire saree. Starting with the side of the saree opposite the side with the first pleat, fold the saree edge forward onto the next fold line, and then fold it back to meet the edge creating a pleat within a pleat. Once aligned, iron the pleat down.

Step #11: Repeat to the other end of the saree ironing as you go. Your last pleat will be the pleat you created in the beginning.

Step #12: And there you have it - perfect pallu pleats!

Check out the full tutorial on Youtube!

Saree School Lesson 25 - How to Nurse in a Saree

Lesson 25 tells you everything you need to know if you're at an event and need to nurse your baby. Follow these easy steps:

1. Wear a front-open blouse.

90% of tiabhuva.com blouses are nursing friendly (zippered blouses can be worn with the zipper in front or back) and were launched when I had my first son because I wanted a soft stretchy blouse I could comfortably fit in whether I had just nursed or was overdue for nursing.

2. Pin together all pleats.

Pinning together your pallu pleats keeps everything in place when it's time to nurse, making it easier to fix your drape afterwards.

3. Do not attach this pin to blouse.

If you pin your pallu pleats together and to your blouse with the same pin, your pleats will unravel every time you need to take the pallu down.

4. Separate pin to attach to blouse for easy removal.

Using a separate pin to pin the pallu to your blouse ensures that your pleats will stay intact every time.

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Saree School Lesson 23 - Fixing your Saree

Sitting down in a saree can sometimes cause it to loosen or shift, but don’t worry—tightening it up is quick and easy.

All you have to do is pull the saree down at the hips!

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Saree School Lesson 22 - Walking up or down stairs in a Saree

Wearing a saree is a beautiful experience, but navigating stairs can be a bit tricky. Here’s a simple guide to help you glide down the stairs with grace and confidence.

1. Hold Your Pallu: Gently gather your pallu in your hand, keeping it close to your body. This not only looks elegant but also ensures you don’t step on it.

2. Lift the Hem: Grab your front pleats and slightly lift the hem of your saree with your other hand. This gives you a clear view of the steps and prevents tripping.

3. Take Small Steps: Walk down the stairs slowly, taking small, careful steps. This helps you maintain balance and control.

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Saree School Lesson 21 - Chest Pleats

The Secret to Perfect Chest Pleats: A Good Iron

Yes, you read that right! The key to keeping your chest pleats in place is none other than a good iron.

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Saree School Lesson 17 - How to hold an open Pallu.

One way to manage an open Pallu is to loosely pleat it upwards and then pin it to the bottom of your blouse.

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Saree School Lesson 16 - Open Pallu hack.

Lesson 16 is all you need when wearing an open Pallu. Before taking your front pleats, measure out your Pallu length. A good length is typically to the back of your knee.

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Saree School Lesson 15 - Inner pleat hack.

Inner pleat going rogue? We have a hack for that - lift up the inner pleat and bring it slightly inward then pin and tuck as usual!

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Saree School Lesson 13 - Pin to right thigh.

One of many hacks for perfect hip pleats. Pull the saree taut and then pin it to your right thigh. Pinch and pull the saree up and tuck it into your waistband.

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