Sewing a shirt collar can seem intimidating, but with the right techniques, it becomes a straightforward process. A well-crafted collar adds a polished look to any shirt, making it a rewarding skill to master. This guide breaks down the steps to sew a shirt collar, providing clear instructions and helpful tips to achieve a professional finish.
Materials and Tools:
- Fabric
- Interfacing
- Sewing machine
- Pins
- Iron
- Scissors
Steps:
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Prepare the Pieces:
- Cut the collar and collar stand pieces from your fabric and interfacing.
- Apply interfacing to the collar pieces for added structure.
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Sew the Collar:
- Place the collar pieces right sides together.
- Sew along the outer edges, leaving the neckline edge open.
- Trim the corners and turn the collar right side out.
- Press the collar to achieve sharp edges.
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Attach the Collar to the Collar Stand:
- Pin the collar to one of the collar stand pieces, right sides together.
- Sew along the neckline edge.
- Attach the other collar stand piece, sandwiching the collar between the stand pieces.
- Sew along the outer edges, leaving the neckline edge open.
- Turn the collar stand right side out and press.
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Attach the Collar to the Shirt:
- Pin the collar stand to the neckline of the shirt, aligning the edges.
- Sew the collar stand to the shirt, ensuring smooth, even stitching.
- Press the seam for a neat finish.
Tips:
- Use pins or clips to hold pieces in place while sewing.
- Press seams at each step for crisp, professional results.
- Practice on scrap fabric if you're new to sewing collars.
Check the next videotutorial, that shows very well how to sew the collar (minute 41:20)
