How to Sew the Collar – The Collected Blouse

The collar is probably the trickiest part of sewing The Collected Blouse, so I’ve put together this detailed photographic guide to walk you through it step by step.

Take your time with the pressing and marking stages — they make a big difference to getting a neat, symmetrical curve at the front of the collar.

Sewing tip: When sewing the collar edge, the final few steps are almost exactly the same for many patterns with this style of collar. The front shape may vary, but the technique can still help.

Need help with the placket too?

Watch the step-by-step YouTube tutorial for sewing the placket on The Collected Blouse.