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Basic Shirt Elements From "Sew Much More" episode SMM-311F

The finished shirt.

Materials:
2-1/4 yd: linen, cotton, silk broadcloth, 60" wide
3/4 yd fusible or sew-in interfacing, 24," 45," 60" wide
Eleven 3/8" or 1/2" buttons
Thread (good quality)
Standard shirt pattern that has the following features:
- Separate collar and band
- Back pleated into self-lined yoke
- Forward shoulder seams
- Long sleeves with pleats, placket and cuffs

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	Removing pattern from tacks.
	Clipping tacks between layers.
	Pressed pocket.
	Pocket in place showing tailor tacks.

Steps:

1. Cut pattern pieces according to the pattern instructions.

2. Transfer all markings to the fabric.

3. Fold fronts along fold lines to create the shirt front bands. Edgestitch along inner foldlines.

   *Optional: Edgestitch outer folds also.
   
   

4. Make pocket according to pattern instructions. Edgestitch pocket onto the shirt left front at markings.

RESOURCES :
Butterick / Vogue Patterns
Due to seasonal changes, the exact patterns seen on the show are not generally available. Visit your local fabric store for similar patterns.
Butterick / Vogue
Website: www.butterick.com/ www.voguepatterns.com

GUESTS :
Pam Howard
Pamela’s Closet
Newnan, GA
Website: pamelascouturecloset.com
Phone: 770-254-8904