Julian Creates Demystifies: Button Ups

Demystifying the Button-Up Shirt: Conquer Collars, Cuffs, Plackets & Buttonholes

Tired of trembling at the thought of tackling a button-up shirt? Do collars fill you with fear? Do cuffs leave you cold? Are plackets and buttonholes the bane of your sewing existence?

Fear no more! This two-hour lecture-style class, led by an experienced menswear sewist with over 8 years of shirtmaking expertise, will demystify the seemingly intimidating aspects of shirt construction. We’ll delve deep into the intricacies of collars, cuffs, plackets, and buttonholes, providing you with the knowledge and confidence to conquer these challenging components.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Collar Confidence: We’ll break down the anatomy of a collar, exploring different types and construction methods. You’ll learn how to achieve crisp points, smooth curves, and a perfect stand. Say goodbye to wonky collars forever!
• Cuff Mastery: From barrel cuffs to French cuffs, we’ll unravel the mysteries of cuff attachment and placket construction. You’ll learn how to create perfectly aligned cuffs that add a touch of sophistication to your shirts.
• Placket Perfection: No more puckered or uneven plackets! We’ll explore different placket styles, including front button plackets, sleeve plackets, and hidden button plackets. You’ll learn the techniques for achieving clean, professional-looking results.
• Buttonhole Bravery: Banish buttonhole anxiety! We’ll cover various buttonhole techniques, including hand-sewn and machine-made buttonholes. You’ll learn how to achieve consistent, evenly spaced buttonholes that add the perfect finishing touch.

Beyond the technical skills, you’ll also gain valuable insights into:

• Fabric selection: Learn which fabrics work best for different shirt styles and how to choose the right interfacing for a professional finish.
• Pattern adjustments: Discover how to make simple pattern adjustments to achieve the perfect fit.
• Pressing techniques: Master the art of pressing for crisp seams and sharp edges.
• Troubleshooting tips: Learn how to identify and correct common shirtmaking mistakes.

This class is perfect for you if:

• You have some basic sewing experience and are ready to tackle a more challenging project.
• You’ve attempted shirts before but struggled with collars, cuffs, plackets, or buttonholes.
• You want to expand your menswear sewing skills and create beautifully tailored shirts.

This is a lecture-style demonstration class. Bring your notebook and pen to take notes and capture all the expert tips and tricks.

Leave this class feeling empowered and inspired to create stunning button-up shirts with confidence!

The class will be Saturday December 14, 2024 from 11am to 1pm eastern standard time. Online using Google Meet

the cost is $25.00 and 35% of sales will be going towards Terrence Williams’ gofund me as he continues to recover

you can Sign up here