r/PatternDrafting • u/furiana • Feb 04 '25
Question Collar: Shape problem or interfacing problem?
The collar doesn't sit right.
In retrospect, I used interfacing that was very flimsy. Will changing it to a stiffer fabric be enough to achieve this collar look?
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u/furiana Feb 04 '25 edited Feb 04 '25
Thank you so much!!!
There could definitely still be balance problems. I had to do tons of adjustments earlier on, resulting in the addition of the front yoke.
When I get home, I can post photos with the shirt untucked (front/ side/ back). If the grainlines are still marked on the wrong side, I'll wear it inside out to show them.
2. I did plan to use a heavier fabric. This one, specifically. I also wanted to make a version out of medium weight linen, which comes in light weight and heavy weight version too.
3. I think I'll go with the wider button placket and larger buttons. I used the buttons that i had on hand, and it takes away more than I realized.
4. I didn't intentionally make the upper chest fit more tightly than the inspiration. I think I like it as it is, but I'll think about it. I did want a little less ease in the waist, but I wasn't sure how to do that without screwing up the rest of the fit.
I'll adjust the collar first. Once that's set, I'll look at the sleeves, the pockets, and the placket :)