BERNINA Corporate Blog -Do you know that feeling? Somehow, you have nothing exciting to wear, and every shirt you pull out of your closet looks plain and uninspiring? I have a quick and easy solution: how about a trendy oversized collar? I’ve designed the perfect tie collar for myself, and I’ll show you how to sew it. Plus, I’m happy to share my small PDF pattern as a free download.
Since I’m such a big fan of this accessory, I’ve already sewn three different collars for myself and rotate them throughout my daily outfits. I also love wearing colorful patterns. If you’d like to sew one too, stay tuned!
For this project, I used the BERNINA L 850 overlocker and the BERNINA 590 sewing machine.
The BERNINA L 850 is an overlocker with an automatic air threading system. It also features a fantastic free arm and an extended work surface with a great extension table.
The BERNINA 590 is a compact sewing and embroidery machine with everything a sewing enthusiast needs. It offers ultimate comfort and precise stitch quality. The automatic thread cutter and jumbo bobbins reduce sewing interruptions, while the excellent fabric feed and large touchscreen make navigation a breeze.
On my Instagram profile, I share everything about sewing, crafting, and cutting machine projects. You’ll find plenty of reels with great tutorials covering a variety of creative sewing projects.
Sewing a Tie Collar – Tutorial
Supplies I Used
- Cotton fabric
- Scissors
- Sewing thread
- Pins or Wonder Clips
- Jersey ruffle tape
Pattern Pieces
- 2 × collar
- 6 × ruffle strips
- 2 × tie bands
- Download pattern Peter Pan collar A4
- Download pattern Petter Pan collar US Letter
Gathering the Ruffle Strip for the Tie Collar
For this example, I purchased pre-made ruffle jersey, 2 meters long. However, you can also make your own! Cut a strip of fabric double the width of your ruffles + seam allowance (f.e. 2+2+1+1 cm). Then fold it in half, wrong sides together, iron and use the Ruffler #86 for a beautiful gathered effect. If you feel like your fabric is shifting too much, you can do a basting stitch 0.5 cm in the seam allowance before ruffling – or even use the basting stitch for ruffling if you do not have the Ruffler #86.
Pin the ruffle strip neatly around the entire collar, leaving a 1 cm gap on each side from the collar’s edge for the seam allowance.
Sewing the Tie Bands for the Collar
Cut another strip of fabric. I cut mine 4 cm wide so after folding it results in a 1 cm wide tie band. Take both tie strips and fold them in half towards the center. Then, fold them once more, press well, and sew them down with a straight stitch. Here’s how it looks.
Attaching the Tie Bands to the Tie Collar
The two tie bands are now pinned onto the ruffle of the collar, ensuring that the open edge is facing outward and that the tie band is neatly placed within the collar.
Joining the Two Collar Pieces
Now, take the second collar piece and place it neatly right sides together with the first collar piece. It is very important to pin everything securely. Then, sew around the entire collar with your sewing machine, leaving a turning opening of approximately 4 cm. I usually do this at the back neckline. Afterward, turn everything right side out and topstitch it with a straight stitch to finish. Make sure the turning opening is neatly closed.
… and just like that, your beautiful tie collar is finished!
This project is incredibly easy to make! Even beginners can quickly sew a tie collar and add a stylish highlight to any outfit.
I often get compliments on these beautiful collars. Since I made three of them, I wanted to share these lovely pictures with you. Now, I hope you enjoy following my tutorial!
Yours,
Jenny
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