In this lesson, I taught how to drape a Peter Pan collar, which can be adapted to various collar styles. I demonstrated the technique using a 13×13 inch muslin piece and showed how to shape, pin, and mark the collar on a dress form.
Lesson Steps:
- Prepare the muslin piece with markings and initial cuts
- Pin the muslin to the dress form at center back
- Mark shoulder point and make small cuts around the neck
- Remove from dress form and adjust the neckline
- Draw the collar shape on the muslin
- Transfer the pattern to paper and refine the lines
- Test the collar fit on the dress form
- Make any necessary adjustments to the pattern
- Cut the final pattern pieces (top fabric, lining, and interfacing)
- Sew the collar pieces together, ensuring proper roll and fit
Remember, the top shell should have a 1cm seam allowance, while the lining and interfacing should have a 1/4 inch seam allowance for a slight roll-in effect. This technique can be used to create various collar styles by adjusting the shape and curves.