Melody Dolman (Love Notions) www.lovenotions.com/product/melody-dolman?affiliates=366 Tropicana shirt (Wardrobe by Me) wardrobebyme.com/products/tropicana-shirt-sewing-pattern?ref:NTk4NjcuMzUzLjU5MjMxLlQ Use my code 10pins for an extra 10% off even on top of sale prices!
Funny. Just as my fingers were poised to heap praise on you, you give us a glimpse into how TH-cam works. Sorry it’s not more watched because you’ve saved me from m-a-d-n-e-s-s. More than once. Haha! So thanks and hopefully more will watch. Now a bone to pick with you for showing the collar per directions. It bums me out that there actually IS a reason for sewing it that way. From the day I watched your video (then smacked myself in the forehead for not thinking of it). I’ll ONLY sew with fabric that works with your facing idea, thank you very much….genius. I’d just finished 2 shirts and a dress with this collar (and the facing finish at shoulders). 2 hours to make each one, except the collar then 2 days on each collar/facing. Aarrrggghhh! Each time I was sure I’d get it right, but noooooooooo. 😛 I think these are much more difficult than collars with stands, but love them more and you for showing me the light! Come on TH-cam, we need these things.
A lovely Camp Shirt with a pretty Camp Collar is my favorite too! The Camp Collar is so stylish and sexy! I Love wearing Notched Collar and Pockets Shirts!
Thank you. I have had 3 tries at this collar and had to unpick each time. I was getting so confused, so thank you for your excellent, clear, instructional video. I now understand.... off to unpick for the final time (I hope).
EXCELLENT VIDEO! I have struggled with this technique for years and don't know why I have never improved. You have made me feel less guilty about it because you make it clear that it is a common problem that lots of people have and lots of little things can go wrong in the process. You are so right, that waiting to cut that little snip is the right way to go.
Thanks for the instruction. I was trying to follow pattern instructions that had me really confused . You made the process very clear and I am excited to try it again. You will probably be on my screen while I follow you step by step. Again, Thank you kindly for your very good show and tell.
Karina- Your videos are so wonderful. I find I watch them over and over, and learn SO MUCH each time. It's like having a real sewing teacher. I can't begin to tell you how much I appreciate your methods, attention to detail, and your obvious love of the craft. Thank you thank you thank you!
I couldn’t wait to watch this video and of course you knew exactly what I needed. Camp collar is my next project for sure. Thank you for the gift of your time and knowledge.
Thank you so much for making videos that teach technique. I have been making my own garments for many, many years, but I always learn something useful from you Katerina. I watch your technique videos even if I am sure I know what you are going to teach, but guess what? I still learn something new! Never stop teaching all your content is 100% fantastic! You are my “go to” to learn. 🙂
I love your technique videos. Sometimes, it's about something I have already mastered, sometimes not. Regardless, I feel like I learn so much from you! Thank you for your time in preparing these.
It’s lovely to find someone selfless enough to donate their time and effort, even when they know they won’t attract huge numbers, but do it for those of us who cherish these techniques videos. Thank you so much Karina. ❤️
Such a great instructional video. Wish I had this 2 weeks ago when I had to do this with minimal instructions on a tiny fiddly newborn sized shirt. At least I can say I did it 90% the same as you would: I was lazy and I did machine stitch the facing in the ditch of the shoulder seam, but hey, it looked good nonetheless. I really enjoy this kind of videos, please keep making them.
Thank you so much for this!!! I recently made a wearable toile of the Monty Shirt by StyleArc. I couldn't figure out the directions, so I just faked it. I love the shirt, but now I know how to make it look perfect on both the inside and the outside! You are truly an international treasure!! Any chance you'd tackle the Kew Pants by StyleArc? I love the look of those pants, but I'm reluctant to cut into them.
I'm sewing a blazer collar,and one point curves the wrong way. The bottom corner on one side . Its annoying me so much I was having weird dreams about it last night! I followed all the grain lines. The other side lies perfectly.
Please don’t ever stop making these videos , I’m a beginner and a visual learner , I’ve only dared buying the lovenotions melody because of this video , you are an amazing teacher , love 💕 love 💕 your channel 😊🙏🏼
I just *love* this. A real labout of love. I really like how you haven't glossed over the fiddly critical bits. If we all got a pound for every time someone just says you need to go slowly on this bit but doesn't point out what you need to avoid, we would never need to buy a lottery ticket ever again. Thank you.
I really liked this video cause I just finished doing a camp collar. The pattern did not give good instructions and mine didn't turn out like yours.. I ended up using some of the shirt fabric cut on bias to cover the raw edges of the collar.. Using your instructions it will go much smoother next time.. Thank you so much.
I did enjoy the video, thank you. I bought the Melody Dolman pattern today and I'm trying to up my game with the finish on my garments, so the tips will be very useful. Thank you
Many thanks Karina for another excellent video. I love your detailed closeups which really illustrate the pitfalls when sewing different styles. A good tip to not snip too soon.
I love your attention to detail Karina. You explain the steps and options as well as your reasons to using the technique you have chosen so well! Thank you for making these videos.❤
Father's Day in the United States is in June. I may brave a shirt with a camp collar for my sweet husband. He is such a wonderful husband, father and now a grandfather! Your video is amazing.
Your camp shirt is lovely. I love the way you cut the fabric to have the collar be the darker color. Excellent tip about snipping later rather than too early. I have been known to get too clip happy, and then the result is not happy. Thank you for these lovely videos. You are a gifted teacher.
Yes, the Camp Shirt look and style is LOVELY! The Camp Collar is so stylish and sexy! I LOVE to wear Notched Camp Collar Shirts with Pockets! My Seamstress makes lovely Camp Shirts for me with a Pointed and Notched Camp Collar and Pockets. I'm wearing one of the Camp Shirts She made for me in my photo. I LOVE pretty Camp Shirts! 💕
Thank you for this timely video. I have often had difficulty with this part of the collars and often just made it look good enough. This video should make the right, thank you sooo much. Regards Christine 🙋♀️🇦🇺👍🏻👌
I've been making shirts for my family and the collar always takes me ages as the diagrams and instructions on the pattern are brief and confusing. I've been searching for ages for a good video tutorial and this is the absolute best. so clear and helpful. I can't wait to check out your other videos. Thank you so much for the expert tips.
Beautiful collar points! Such a thorough, helpful lesson. Thank you. I think your son would love that wild print shirt. I made many jungle, Hawaiian, tiger, seashell, abstract --- fun prints! --- for my Dad, and he used to enjoy all the compliments he got on them when he'd go out. He'd be proud to say that his daughter made them. ❤
Great video, thank you 😊 I have made this type of collar a couple of times before but never done it quite right. I am now armed with better knowledge and a few tips that I’d not come across before, on to try another one !
Thank you very much Karina. I love that you are so meticulous and explain so well. I have bought another pattern due to your video! Although we are heading to winter here in South Africa I am already planning to make lots of shirts, with the pandemic I haven't been near a clothes shop for ages.
Thank you so much for this video I had serious problems when sewing a So Over It Penny Dress.I messed up the collar 3 times and the fabric was an expensive one.I had to buy extra fabric to complete the dress.I recently found a great pattern consisting of just 2 pieces,for a t shirt,my problem is the boat neck is to wide and falls off the shoulders.l wondered if you have covered this issue in any of your videos.I don’t know how to go about altering my pattern.I always turn to your channel for guidance as you are an amazing teacher.🌹🌹🌹
For a boat neck, I’d just draw the neckline further in towards the neck and change the finishing method to match the new shape. Any neckline can be changed.
I enjoyed the video very much and like the pattern too. However, as a small busted woman I always hesitate about purchasing a dolman sleeve, without a bust dart. Is there a way of adding a bust dart ? Or eliminating some of the excess fabric under the arm that tends to swallow up my bust? I would value your thoughts and thanks!
I LOVE the look of a Notched Collar too!💓 I especially LOVE Notched Collar Shirts with Pockets and fabric covered buttons like the Shirt I'm wearing in my photo! What a sexy looking Shirt!🥰
Thank you. No, don't stop making these kinds of videos. I don't understand why the views are lower. This is how we progress and avoid stagnating in our sewing. Thank you again!
Just tuned in to watch the video and am amazed at how easy you make the progress look. I shall keep this for future reference and will be sure to follow up with more of your advice. Been sewing for over 50 years, but one is always looking for easier ways to do things. Thanks so much for your lovely advice, and your beautiful smile made my day. 😊 I'm 74
Some call a Camp Collar a Pointed and Notched Collar. A Camp Collar looks so stylish and sexy! I LOVE a pretty Shirt with a Pointed and Notched Camp Collar and Pockets! I really miss the Lovely Lady Manhattan Shirts with the Camp Collar and Pockets. I have been able to find a few on Etsy and Ebay in my Women's size which is 18W that fit me and I'm able to wear. My Seamstress makes Shirts for me with Notched Collars (Camp Collar) and Pockets from a McCall's number 2538 Three Hour Shirt Pattern which I'm wearing in my photo. Yes, I just LOVE pretty Camp Shirts!🥰
Still watch your videos and always will. This is what I will watch every time I attach a collar. You have shown all the detailed steps and I love your added tips. Another great video. Thank you🌸
Thank you so much for this helpful video. I just purchased the McCalls M8031, so this video came at the right time for me. Thank you so much 🥰! Your big fan from Germany, Sabine
Hi Sabine! The M8031 Mccalls pattern makes a pretty Notched Collar and Pockets Shirtdress! I LOVE this style of a Shirtdress! A Notched Collar and Pockets Shirtdress looks so sexy! 🥰 For a Shirt in the Notched Collar and Pocket style, get a McCall's number 2538 Three Hour Shirt pattern. This is the pattern my Seamstress used to make my Shirt which I'm wearing in my photo. She made the Notched Collar larger, and added two Shirt Pockets with button closure and fabric covered buttons.
Your videos bring so much rationale to sewing instructions and make a blind processes thoughtful and logical. Now I feel like I understand what I am doing rather than blindly following instructions and hoping for the best. So far I learned: - cutting collar on the bias for more bending - stay stitching can be replaced with a basted interfacing to stabilize the curves - interfacing the upper collar - size difference between lower and upper collar - sewing at an intersection rather than pivoting and then turning neat corners - topstitching the collar depends on fabric -- what are some of your other thoughts on what fabrics look good with a top stitch or not? - snip in after matching the seams - basting to keep things in place before using machine - using slip stitching for finishing do you discuss directional sewing in any of your videos? I keep ending up with seams that are longer on one side than the other :( I am only working with woven fabric right now, how do I know when I can move to knits in your opinion?
Thank you so much Karina. Your video has been so helpful. I've promised myself that I am going to sew a Melody Dolman for my summer wardrobe, and you have given me the courage I needed to do it. I've had this pattern for 2 years, and now is the time. I love your tutorial style videos.
Thank you for taking the time & effort to meticulously detail the steps you take making a camp shirt collar. Altho I like these shirts, I much prefer making button up shirts with standard collar and collar stand. They maybe more fiddly, but at least I understand the process and the result. After watching your video, like 3-4 times, I felt confident to make up another camp shirt. It's not perfect. But at least I felt more confident using your suggestions. And believe the next one will be better yet. Thanks again.
I LOVE Camp Shirts too and the Camp Collar! The Camp Collar is so stylish and sexy! My Seamstress makes lovely Camp Shirts for me from a McCall's number 2538 Three Hour Shirt Pattern. My Seamstress makes lovely Camp Shirts for me with Pointed and Notched Collars and Pockets. I'm wearing one of the Camp Shirts She made for me in my photo. I LOVE pretty Camp Shirts! 💓
Another very informative video Katrina - you explain things clearly and your filming is perfect and easy to follow. I always check out your vlogs before commencing any project. Thank you Katrina
Love the details you show in your tutorials. I have 2 questions - I'm drafting my own pattern for a camp collar blouse and see that you have placed the notch for the end of the collar about an inch away from where you joined the front facing to the bodice at neckline. Is this a standard placement for any placket width? the second question is to do with button/buttonhole placement. I am planning to do a separate front facing and have allowed for a 1" placket (adding 1" more width at center front) for 1" buttons. Do I mark for these at the original center front line or are they marked at a halfway point on the added placket width? thank you for any guidance you may offer.
This pattern uses 1" from the center front, but it could be a little more.... not more than 1.5". I don't really understand what you want to know with the placket. A 1" placket is too narrow in my opinion. The center front of the pattern will always be the buttonhole placement, you can adapt from there.
@@LiftingPinsandNeedles Thank you for your quick reply - sorry for the confusion as I realized after I sent this question to you that the buttons and buttonholes need to be placed at center front. You response did confirm that for me which I very much appreciate.
Thank you so much for this tutorial! Working on a 4-H project with my daughter and the instructions for the collar really had me confused. Your explanation helped so much!
Hi Karina I have loved this tutorial so much I have made 6 of the Wardrobe tropical shirts for my husband but I have struggled on occasions with the 2 corners on the collar where you snip, but I think the way you have explained it will be a great help.I have just cut out another one today (Saturday) well you know the saying practice makes perfect well I hope so. Thanks again.
Thank you so much for making this video. I’m about to make a linen shirt for my husband and am kind of scared to death of messing it up. I will be viewing this several times, and making a muslin before I cut into my linen! Your expert guidance is much appreciated.
Thank you so much for making this video. I have a pattern calling for thus type of collar. I was completely intimidated because the instructions were lacking. Now I feel confident to attempt to make this shirt for my daughter and potentially matching shirt for myself. Thank you again
I've just come across your video and it is so good and helpful. I've been struggling with this for a while. I'm going to try it your way now! 🤞 Thank you. 🙂
Thanks so much this was very helpful. I am-older woman always have trouble with collars. Appreciate all the detailed technique and I never realized more accuracy would help so much!
Oh when will I learn to seek help before forging on with only pattern instructions as a guide? Anyhow, no one should attempt a collar w/out viewing this. Wish you lived next door.
Thank you for your clear explanations of techniques that may seem easy to experienced sewists but not so much for we novices. I will be viewing this video again when I am ready to tackle my Dolman shirt.
Thank you for the detailed video and for the many helpful tips you gave! I'm about to sew my first collar and I was confused by the limited directions in the pattern. I feel much more confident now to give it a try.
I found this so helpful as I have recently started sewing again and am making a shirt for my grandson and your clear explanations and demonstrations will help me tackle this particular task with more confidence now. Thank you once again.
Thank you so much for making such detailed videos. It really makes a difference helping me understand how things are constructed. You are a skilled teacher.
I make a lot of camp shirts for my husband. I have a difficult time getting the collar facing to look nice where the facing tucks up and in where you clip near the fold. I can always see the seam.
Great idea to do the snip a little later on, I always had a bit of difficulty there! I love your videos that show the easy and difficult parts of sewing. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you so much for the informative video which has answered my questions and got rid of my fears on how to sew this collar as I am new to sewing. Bless you!
I have sewn for many years but still adore your technique videos. You ALWAYS have some very practical tips that are so valuable and have taught me something every time. Thank you for all your efforts. You are a wonderful teacher! I made the Melody Dolman once and, although the end result was fine, I did struggle a bit with the directions in the pattern. About to try it again now that I have seen it demonstrated more clearly.
Melody Dolman (Love Notions) www.lovenotions.com/product/melody-dolman?affiliates=366
Tropicana shirt (Wardrobe by Me) wardrobebyme.com/products/tropicana-shirt-sewing-pattern?ref:NTk4NjcuMzUzLjU5MjMxLlQ
Use my code 10pins for an extra 10% off even on top of sale prices!
Funny. Just as my fingers were poised to heap praise on you, you give us a glimpse into how TH-cam works. Sorry it’s not more watched because you’ve saved me from m-a-d-n-e-s-s. More than once. Haha! So thanks and hopefully more will watch. Now a bone to pick with you for showing the collar per directions. It bums me out that there actually IS a reason for sewing it that way. From the day I watched your video (then smacked myself in the forehead for not thinking of it). I’ll ONLY sew with fabric that works with your facing idea, thank you very much….genius. I’d just finished 2 shirts and a dress with this collar (and the facing finish at shoulders). 2 hours to make each one, except the collar then 2 days on each collar/facing. Aarrrggghhh! Each time I was sure I’d get it right, but noooooooooo. 😛 I think these are much more difficult than collars with stands, but love them more and you for showing me the light! Come on TH-cam, we need these things.
I have just re-watched this very helpful video. Thank you so much, Karina. You inspire and teach me new things every time I watch you.
Thank you so much for this video! I was struggling so much with the collar instructions in this pattern but you made it make complete sense!
I'm so glad!
My favorite type of collar and shirt for summer. The detail makes it so classic! Thanks for a good tutorial.
A lovely Camp Shirt with a pretty Camp Collar is my favorite too! The Camp Collar is so stylish and sexy! I Love wearing Notched Collar and Pockets Shirts!
These videos are the best! please do not stop making them! I truly appreciate them
Thank you. I have had 3 tries at this collar and had to unpick each time. I was getting so confused, so thank you for your excellent, clear, instructional video. I now understand.... off to unpick for the final time (I hope).
EXCELLENT VIDEO! I have struggled with this technique for years and don't know why I have never improved. You have made me feel less guilty about it because you make it clear that it is a common problem that lots of people have and lots of little things can go wrong in the process. You are so right, that waiting to cut that little snip is the right way to go.
Thanks for the instruction. I was trying to follow pattern instructions that had me really confused . You made the process very clear and I am excited to try it again. You will probably be on my screen while I follow you step by step. Again, Thank you kindly for your very good show and tell.
Thank you, Karina.
Karina- Your videos are so wonderful. I find I watch them over and over, and learn SO MUCH each time. It's like having a real sewing teacher. I can't begin to tell you how much I appreciate your methods, attention to detail, and your obvious love of the craft. Thank you thank you thank you!
Thank you, I've learnt a couple of tricks in your video. Always useful! Best regards from Sydney
Thank you so much for making this video,Karina. It is so clear and helpful.
you do everything so much better
Thank you very much
I couldn’t wait to watch this video and of course you knew exactly what I needed. Camp collar is my next project for sure. Thank you for the gift of your time and knowledge.
It’s always a great feature and so pretty 😀
Thank you so much for making videos that teach technique. I have been making my own garments for many, many years, but I always learn something useful from you Katerina. I watch your technique videos even if I am sure I know what you are going to teach, but guess what? I still learn something new! Never stop teaching all your content is 100% fantastic! You are my “go to” to learn. 🙂
Thank you so much for the encouragement 😀
Thank you so much. for this clear and well explained video. I am your new fan.🌟
So nice of you 😀😀
I love your technique videos. Sometimes, it's about something I have already mastered, sometimes not. Regardless, I feel like I learn so much from you! Thank you for your time in preparing these.
It’s lovely to find someone selfless enough to donate their time and effort, even when they know they won’t attract huge numbers, but do it for those of us who cherish these techniques videos. Thank you so much Karina. ❤️
Thank you so much
You really know how to sew
Such a great instructional video. Wish I had this 2 weeks ago when I had to do this with minimal instructions on a tiny fiddly newborn sized shirt. At least I can say I did it 90% the same as you would: I was lazy and I did machine stitch the facing in the ditch of the shoulder seam, but hey, it looked good nonetheless. I really enjoy this kind of videos, please keep making them.
❤❤❤❤❤Thankyou so much
You’re welcome😀
Thank you so much for this!!! I recently made a wearable toile of the Monty Shirt by StyleArc. I couldn't figure out the directions, so I just faked it. I love the shirt, but now I know how to make it look perfect on both the inside and the outside! You are truly an international treasure!! Any chance you'd tackle the Kew Pants by StyleArc? I love the look of those pants, but I'm reluctant to cut into them.
Thank you🙏🙏🙏
From Pennsylvania
I'm sewing a blazer collar,and one point curves the wrong way. The bottom corner on one side . Its annoying me so much I was having weird dreams about it last night! I followed all the grain lines. The other side lies perfectly.
Please don’t ever stop making these videos , I’m a beginner and a visual learner , I’ve only dared buying the lovenotions melody because of this video , you are an amazing teacher , love 💕 love 💕 your channel 😊🙏🏼
I just *love* this. A real labout of love. I really like how you haven't glossed over the fiddly critical bits. If we all got a pound for every time someone just says you need to go slowly on this bit but doesn't point out what you need to avoid, we would never need to buy a lottery ticket ever again. Thank you.
I really liked this video cause I just finished doing a camp collar. The pattern did not give good instructions and mine didn't turn out like yours.. I ended up using some of the shirt fabric cut on bias to cover the raw edges of the collar.. Using your instructions it will go much smoother next time.. Thank you so much.
Glad it was helpful!
I did enjoy the video, thank you. I bought the Melody Dolman pattern today and I'm trying to up my game with the finish on my garments, so the tips will be very useful. Thank you
Thank you. Don’t stop making these videos. It’s such valuable information. So helpful! 😊
Many thanks Karina for another excellent video. I love your detailed closeups which really illustrate the pitfalls when sewing different styles. A good tip to not snip too soon.
I love your attention to detail Karina. You explain the steps and options as well as your reasons to using the technique you have chosen so well! Thank you for making these videos.❤
Awesome video. Can you please make an updated bodice block drafting especially for larger bust sizes?
I’m so glad I found your tutorials - I have several shirts in my head that will be so much better with the techniques you are sharing. 🙏
If I could hit the like button a hundred times I would because your methods are just awesome!!
Father's Day in the United States is in June. I may brave a shirt with a camp collar for my sweet husband. He is such a wonderful husband, father and now a grandfather! Your video is amazing.
Your camp shirt is lovely. I love the way you cut the fabric to have the collar be the darker color. Excellent tip about snipping later rather than too early. I have been known to get too clip happy, and then the result is not happy. Thank you for these lovely videos. You are a gifted teacher.
Yes, the Camp Shirt look and style is LOVELY! The Camp Collar is so stylish and sexy! I LOVE to wear Notched Camp Collar Shirts with Pockets!
My Seamstress makes lovely Camp Shirts for me with a Pointed and Notched Camp Collar and Pockets. I'm wearing one of the Camp Shirts She made for me in my photo. I LOVE pretty Camp Shirts! 💕
I learn something every time I watch you. Thankyou so much.
As per usual another great video . Thank you again and again for your generosity and for all you do for the sewing world .
Thankyou so much dear for the best ever instructions, I appreciate you very much
I love these types of videos from you. So practical and the information comes from your experiences. Their value is immeasurable. Thank you.
I'm always watching and enjoying your content!! Love that fabric!!
Thank you for this timely video. I have often had difficulty with this part of the collars and often just made it look good enough. This video should make the right, thank you sooo much. Regards Christine 🙋♀️🇦🇺👍🏻👌
I've been making shirts for my family and the collar always takes me ages as the diagrams and instructions on the pattern are brief and confusing. I've been searching for ages for a good video tutorial and this is the absolute best. so clear and helpful. I can't wait to check out your other videos. Thank you so much for the expert tips.
Beautiful collar points! Such a thorough, helpful lesson. Thank you. I think your son would love that wild print shirt. I made many jungle, Hawaiian, tiger, seashell, abstract --- fun prints! --- for my Dad, and he used to enjoy all the compliments he got on them when he'd go out. He'd be proud to say that his daughter made them. ❤
Great video, thank you 😊 I have made this type of collar a couple of times before but never done it quite right. I am now armed with better knowledge and a few tips that I’d not come across before, on to try another one !
What an amazingly helpful tutorial! I just sewed my first camp collar shirt, and I don't think I could have done it without your guide. Thank you!!
Thank you very much Karina. I love that you are so meticulous and explain so well. I have bought another pattern due to your video! Although we are heading to winter here in South Africa I am already planning to make lots of shirts, with the pandemic I haven't been near a clothes shop for ages.
Thank you so much for this video I had serious problems when sewing a So Over It Penny Dress.I messed up the collar 3 times and the fabric was an expensive one.I had to buy extra fabric to complete the dress.I recently found a great pattern consisting of just 2 pieces,for a t shirt,my problem is the boat neck is to wide and falls off the shoulders.l wondered if you have covered this issue in any of your videos.I don’t know how to go about altering my pattern.I always turn to your channel for guidance as you are an amazing teacher.🌹🌹🌹
For a boat neck, I’d just draw the neckline further in towards the neck and change the finishing method to match the new shape. Any neckline can be changed.
I am already enjoying this video with the camp collar! I have similar pattern cut out, so good timing for me.
I enjoyed the video very much and like the pattern too. However, as a small busted woman I always hesitate about purchasing a dolman sleeve, without a bust dart. Is there a way of adding a bust dart ? Or eliminating some of the excess fabric under the arm that tends to swallow up my bust? I would value your thoughts and thanks!
In the love notions blog, there will be a post of doing a SBS for this exact pattern. Today :)
You are so clever and so very very kind
Thank you so much for sharing this video! I've been struggling for 2 weeks to get this right. :)
You got this!
I love you... thank you...this video helped me so much
Glad it helped!
Thank you for this Karina! I love collars like this but they always intimidated me, but now I feel I can do it!😊❤👍
I LOVE the look of a Notched Collar too!💓 I especially LOVE Notched Collar Shirts with Pockets and fabric covered buttons like the Shirt I'm wearing in my photo! What a sexy looking Shirt!🥰
Thank you. No, don't stop making these kinds of videos. I don't understand why the views are lower. This is how we progress and avoid stagnating in our sewing.
Thank you again!
Thank you Karina these videos are great for helping learners like me. Happy sewing !😀
Just tuned in to watch the video and am amazed at how easy you make the progress look. I shall keep this for future reference and will be sure to follow up with more of your advice. Been sewing for over 50 years, but one is always looking for easier ways to do things. Thanks so much for your lovely advice, and your beautiful smile made my day. 😊 I'm 74
I’m so glad this video was helpful 😀
I have always loved the camp collar. Good job. Love your snip later method.
Some call a Camp Collar a Pointed and Notched Collar. A Camp Collar looks so stylish and sexy! I LOVE a pretty Shirt with a Pointed and Notched Camp Collar and Pockets! I really miss the Lovely Lady Manhattan Shirts with the Camp Collar and Pockets. I have been able to find a few on Etsy and Ebay in my Women's size which is 18W that fit me and I'm able to wear.
My Seamstress makes Shirts for me with Notched Collars (Camp Collar) and Pockets from a McCall's number 2538 Three Hour Shirt Pattern which I'm wearing in my photo. Yes, I just LOVE pretty Camp Shirts!🥰
Still watch your videos and always will. This is what I will watch every time I attach a collar. You have shown all the detailed steps and I love your added tips. Another great video. Thank you🌸
Thank you so much Karina, your videos are very helpful.🇦🇺
You’re so welcome. I’m glad they help.
Thank you so much for this helpful video. I just purchased the McCalls M8031, so this video came at the right time for me. Thank you so much 🥰! Your big fan from Germany, Sabine
Hi Sabine! The M8031 Mccalls pattern makes a pretty Notched Collar and Pockets Shirtdress! I LOVE this style of a Shirtdress! A Notched Collar and Pockets Shirtdress looks so sexy! 🥰
For a Shirt in the Notched Collar and Pocket style, get a McCall's number 2538 Three Hour Shirt pattern. This is the pattern my Seamstress used to make my Shirt which I'm wearing in my photo. She made the Notched Collar larger, and added two Shirt Pockets with button closure and fabric covered buttons.
Thank you for your tutorials I really lean a lot from them. You are so good at explaining and teaching.
Your videos bring so much rationale to sewing instructions and make a blind processes thoughtful and logical. Now I feel like I understand what I am doing rather than blindly following instructions and hoping for the best.
So far I learned:
- cutting collar on the bias for more bending
- stay stitching can be replaced with a basted interfacing to stabilize the curves
- interfacing the upper collar
- size difference between lower and upper collar
- sewing at an intersection rather than pivoting and then turning neat corners
- topstitching the collar depends on fabric -- what are some of your other thoughts on what fabrics look good with a top stitch or not?
- snip in after matching the seams
- basting to keep things in place before using machine
- using slip stitching for finishing
do you discuss directional sewing in any of your videos? I keep ending up with seams that are longer on one side than the other :(
I am only working with woven fabric right now, how do I know when I can move to knits in your opinion?
Thank you so much Karina. Your video has been so helpful. I've promised myself that I am going to sew a Melody Dolman for my summer wardrobe, and you have given me the courage I needed to do it. I've had this pattern for 2 years, and now is the time. I love your tutorial style videos.
Love how you fold the corners instead of trimming them...makes more sense. You have taught me so much Karina and I thank you
Thank you for taking the time & effort to meticulously detail the steps you take making a camp shirt collar.
Altho I like these shirts, I much prefer making button up shirts with standard collar and collar stand.
They maybe more fiddly, but at least I understand the process and the result.
After watching your video, like 3-4 times, I felt confident to make up another camp shirt.
It's not perfect. But at least I felt more confident using your suggestions. And believe the next one will be better yet.
Thanks again.
I love camp shirts, and that collar. Thanks for this video!
I LOVE Camp Shirts too and the Camp Collar! The Camp Collar is so stylish and sexy! My Seamstress makes lovely Camp Shirts for me from a McCall's number 2538 Three Hour Shirt Pattern.
My Seamstress makes lovely Camp Shirts for me with Pointed and Notched Collars and Pockets. I'm wearing one of the Camp Shirts She made for me in my photo. I LOVE pretty Camp Shirts! 💓
Another very informative video Katrina - you explain things clearly and your filming is perfect and easy to follow. I always check out your vlogs before commencing any project. Thank you Katrina
Love the details you show in your tutorials. I have 2 questions - I'm drafting my own pattern for a camp collar blouse and see that you have placed the notch for the end of the collar about an inch away from where you joined the front facing to the bodice at neckline. Is this a standard placement for any placket width? the second question is to do with button/buttonhole placement. I am planning to do a separate front facing and have allowed for a 1" placket (adding 1" more width at center front) for 1" buttons. Do I mark for these at the original center front line or are they marked at a halfway point on the added placket width? thank you for any guidance you may offer.
This pattern uses 1" from the center front, but it could be a little more.... not more than 1.5". I don't really understand what you want to know with the placket. A 1" placket is too narrow in my opinion. The center front of the pattern will always be the buttonhole placement, you can adapt from there.
@@LiftingPinsandNeedles Thank you for your quick reply - sorry for the confusion as I realized after I sent this question to you that the buttons and buttonholes need to be placed at center front. You response did confirm that for me which I very much appreciate.
Thank you so much for this tutorial! Working on a 4-H project with my daughter and the instructions for the collar really had me confused. Your explanation helped so much!
Really wonderful seeing you go through the steps. I love how you explain very clearly WHY you do what you do. Thanks for that. It helps me a lot!
Hi Karina I have loved this tutorial so much I have made 6 of the Wardrobe tropical shirts for my husband but I have struggled on occasions with the 2 corners on the collar where you snip, but I think the way you have explained it will be a great help.I have just cut out another one today (Saturday) well you know the saying practice makes perfect well I hope so. Thanks again.
Thank you so much for making this video. I’m about to make a linen shirt for my husband and am kind of scared to death of messing it up. I will be viewing this several times, and making a muslin before I cut into my linen! Your expert guidance is much appreciated.
Thank you so much for making this video. I have a pattern calling for thus type of collar. I was completely intimidated because the instructions were lacking. Now I feel confident to attempt to make this shirt for my daughter and potentially matching shirt for myself. Thank you again
I've just come across your video and it is so good and helpful. I've been struggling with this for a while. I'm going to try it your way now! 🤞 Thank you. 🙂
Thanks so much this was very helpful. I am-older woman always have trouble with collars. Appreciate all the detailed technique and I never realized more accuracy would help so much!
Oh when will I learn to seek help before forging on with only pattern instructions as a guide? Anyhow, no one should attempt a collar w/out viewing this. Wish you lived next door.
Great video... you showed 1 under collar I had never tried... loved the fabric you used n pre planned color blocking... thank you... blessings
Great video...I remember making this type of collar many years ago...but, it’s on my playlist with the latest LN purchase.
Thank you for your clear explanations of techniques that may seem easy to experienced sewists but not so much for we novices. I will be viewing this video again when I am ready to tackle my Dolman shirt.
Thank you for the detailed video and for the many helpful tips you gave! I'm about to sew my first collar and I was confused by the limited directions in the pattern. I feel much more confident now to give it a try.
Karina, this video gets better each time I watch it. Off to sew another Style Arc Monty Shirt. Thanks for all you do.🌷
I found this so helpful as I have recently started sewing again and am making a shirt for my grandson and your clear explanations and demonstrations will help me tackle this particular task with more confidence now. Thank you once again.
Thank you so much for making such detailed videos. It really makes a difference helping me understand how things are constructed. You are a skilled teacher.
Thank u god for this video and thank u ur amazing…this was so helpful because the pattern instructions were scaring me
Thank you! For not stopping making these very helpful videos.
You're a treasure, Karina!
Thank you. That’s was very helpful. I’m a new sewer so am watching as many examples and yours is full of very handy tips.
I make a lot of camp shirts for my husband. I have a difficult time getting the collar facing to look nice where the facing tucks up and in where you clip near the fold. I can always see the seam.
Thank you Fir this video, I really enjoy seeing how you tackle each item you make, your tip are a wonderful addition to my sewing.
Great idea to do the snip a little later on, I always had a bit of difficulty there! I love your videos that show the easy and difficult parts of sewing. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you so much for the informative video which has answered my questions and got rid of my fears on how to sew this collar as I am new to sewing. Bless you!
Thank you. I really appreciate these tutorials. It makes life so much easier. X
Thanks Karina. Your videos are very well thought out and clearly presented. You have inspired me to purchase and make several patterns.🙂
I’m glad you like them. I loved making this one :)
I just finished my 2nd Tropicana shirt and used the clip later method too. It worked out so much better.
I’m sorry I have to comment again thank you soooo much I hope u know how helpful u are 🙏🏽❤
I have sewn for many years but still adore your technique videos. You ALWAYS have some very practical tips that are so valuable and have taught me something every time. Thank you for all your efforts. You are a wonderful teacher! I made the Melody Dolman once and, although the end result was fine, I did struggle a bit with the directions in the pattern. About to try it again now that I have seen it demonstrated more clearly.