I have the left sleeve basted onto the shirt, checking it for fit. I added two inches to the sleeve so it would be the correct length. I also added three inches to the length of the shirt. I have white buttons for this shirt, hope it is not too much white.
The collar looks great, but I attached it and reattached it more time than I care to admit or remember.
I am sure I will have it finished before long.
Looking really good so far!
ReplyDeleteLooks good! I made this same pattern as my first shirt. I accidentally reversed the pleats, but left them as a "signature touch". I had similar issues with the collar, but mainly because I was making it more difficult than it needed to be. I think Peter has some good tips on collars, and there is a great YouTube video - that helped tremendously in actually seeing it done. Looking forward to the finished product.
ReplyDeleteNothing is more 'classic' or versatile than a completely white shirt!
ReplyDeleteSeveral years ago I had the privilege of taking a 3-day workshop with fine shirt guru David Page Coffin. If you don't have his book, you should! It offers many great tips on everything from 3-way rolled collars to modifying the pattern to make a fully enclosed armscye.
I'm looking forward to seeing the finished product!