Download the SAILOR COLLAR SEWING PATTERN .
SUPPLIES :
- Fabric: 1m60 (width 120 cm and +)
- Ribbon: 2m10 (width used here 1,5cm)
STEPS :
Step 1 – Cutting the pattern: Pin your pattern to the fold of the fabric and cut. The 1 cm seam allowances included. Remember to mark your point A. Do not sew between the two marks. This will be the opening used to turn your collar right side out.
Cut a second time to obtain your lining piece. You now have two pieces of fabric: a visible outer piece and an inner piece, which will be the lining. We will begin working on the visible outer piece.
Step 2 – Marking the ribbon placement: Determine which piece will be your outer fabric and lay it flat. Using a ruler, ideally a Japanese ruler, draw a ribbon placement line 2 cm from the edge on the back. Do the same on the sides. The placement lines must be perfectly parallel to the edges.
Step 3 – Attaching the ribbon: Still on your outer fabric piece, position your ribbon and pin it along your placement lines, starting with the back line. Sew the two long edges of each ribbon to secure them to the fabric. Press the back. Briefly press the front, being careful not to burn the ribbon. Repeat this process on the sides. The ribbons should always extend at least 1 cm beyond the edges. You will trim them later.
Notch the curve and each right angle.
Set your outer fabric piece aside.
Step 4 – Preparing the back piece: Now take your lining piece. If you want to add a label, now’s the time! (If you don’t have one, feel free to browse my online shop).
Step 5 – Assembling the two pieces: Now let’s assemble the two pieces right sides together. Remember to leave the opening at markings A so you can turn your work right side out. Sew all around, starting at marking A, up to the left ties, around the neckline, down to the right tie, and up to the back. Clip the corners and trim the curve of the neckline to turn it right side out.
Step 6 – Finishing: Turn the garment right side out through the opening left at markings A and press the seams neatly. Finish the garment by making a discreet hand stitch to close the opening.
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