Denim JACKET COLLAR sewing tutorial. Features Atenas Jacket (Itch to Stitch).

Hi sewing friends! I have made a very practical sewing video for you and it’s all about how to sew the collar on denim jackets. I am discussing the differences and similarities between three denim jacket patterns and how these aspects will not really change the construction method. This is also a step-by-step tutorial featuring the collar of the Atenas jacket from Itch to Stitch.
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Atenas Jacket by Itch to Stitch. Affiliate link: itch-to-stitch.com/product/at...
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Patterns mentioned:
Stacie Jean Jacket by Style Arc: www.stylearc.com/shop/sewing-...
Audrey Jacket by Seamwork: www.seamwork.com/catalog/audrey
Previous videos on the Atenas Jacket:
Pattern Review, fit muslin and sewing the main body: • Denim jacket sewing ti...
Sewing the sleeves and the sleeveless hack: • How to set sleeves ......
DISCLAIMER: I received the PDF of the Atenas jacket as a pattern tester in exchange for sewing a fit muslin and providing feedback on fit and instructions. I purchased the Stacie and Audrey patterns. I purchased the fabrics for these projects.
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[@nldias5234]

Karina your video's are so through and I love how you explain and take the time to show us each step. Thank you for sharing all of these important steps with us. So appreciated.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m so happy you enjoyed this. Thank you so much 😊

[@MrsChrisCreer]

You are a brilliant teacher thank you.

[@deanalovessewn6117]

Hi Karina!! Wonderful & detailed tutorial on collar.... 💜💜🧵🧵

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad you liked it :)

[@anitahaynes6171]

WOW This was amazing. You shared your love of sewing. Your information about construction was very clear and your camera work was wonderful. Thank-you. Thank-you. You are my sewing angel. Now I think I am ready for a denim jacket.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Go for it and you’ll be so proud to wear it 😄

[@mayamohamed9847]

I watch many many many videos and to be honest some are fast some think they can teach some blah blah but you are ❤

[@LogiQuestMan]

Snip, snip, snip. I love everyone of your videos. So much valuable information. I’m not sure how I missed this one.

[@DoloresDeeBodnar]

You are Amazing. I love your teaching techniques and the filming is so close and detailed. You are the Best I've seen. Thank You

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you sew much. My goal is to break down barriers with these techniques. They are doable and very satisfying 😁

[@DoloresDeeBodnar]

@@LiftingPinsandNeedles You have Exceeded your goals my dear :)

[@478vivi]

I love your explanations so clear and precise. Excellent shots. Again thank you for your generosity

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You’re very welcome 😉

[@jgsawka]

I'm currently making this jacket. So glad to see these tutorials. My biggest issue has been with the sleeves and the over long sloped shoulders. The Sleeve armhole openings at the top of the jacket are so pointy like instead of the nice curved shape. I've had to do some carving out at the top of the arm hole area and add some ease across the bicep area of the sleeve as well. Hopefully I'm done with Alterations now, lol! Thanks you!

[@janmiller1850]

Lovely! The way I learned it, "grading" means to trim the seam allowance at differing widths to reduce bulk in the seam (such as with a heavy fabric). So with a 1/2 seam allowance, you might trim the bottom part of the seam allowance to 3/8 and the upper part of the seam allowance to 1/4 ... "grading" the same way they grade roads (or so I assume ... never graded a road myself 😹). TFS 💚💚💚

[@Home_in_the_Clouds]

Fantastic video, this is so helpful! Thank you so much.

[@nonnielau404]

Wow! Thanks much for this tutorial.

[@kerstinshadbolt1003]

Fantastic video! I think I'm too old to wear a denim jacket, but I love watching you work and listening to your instructions and comments. Such talent!

[@karenlowes7802]

One is never too old to wear a demim jacket.They look cute over a dress or with a skirt.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’ve made these in linen and other types of fabric too, so the possibilities of a different look also are related to the fabric choice and the color 😊

[@TheCowthryn]

Such fantastic explanation! Thank you!

[@carvinganish]

This was so helpful. Thank you!!!

[@Oddcafe_]

Thank you for this! Just started and collars really confuse me but so far this is the clearest I’ve seen it done!

[@RyansUndies]

you are the truth!!! just excellent

[@vickimaiorano5763]

Love, love, love this video. I have been sewing for years yet I learnt so much. Have never made a jean jacket but now I am inspired to try. That you so much.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

These jackets are a staple and they don’t need to be made i denim as such. They are fun to make :)

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

Easy to understand and follow. Thank you!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊. That makes me happy.

[@christineennis4766]

Good information as always and easy to follow. Loved the fabric

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊

[@pollymaxwell5585]

Thank you Karina, very helpful!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You’re very welcome 😉

[@gloriasummerville5203]

Much needed information. Thank you.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad you liked it :)

[@kscheuerman5378]

Karina, This is wonderful information & I learned so many things! It will be very helpful. Watching a thorough video makes it look easy & possible to do!! Take care.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much. I’m glad you appreciate this.

[@stonecrestquilt]

I love your videos, super clear and helpful!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊

[@karenlowes7802]

Good information and easy to follow! TY

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m so glad. It’s my goal to simplify this.

[@andreanneabel3464]

Such a useful video! I am making the audrey from Seamwork now and I have to say it’s nerve wrecking to cut into the seam allowance of the collar! Thanks for sharing!😊

[@adelzsigmond7535]

Thank you so much for this video. I never sewd a collar. If you make it ,it seems like I could make it to.😂 You inspire me very much. Since I find your channel I sew a lot.👍💕

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Of course you can. Once you do one, you’ll be on a roll 😆

[@alexandrawellington8028]

Awesome detail, thank you. Twenty odd years ago I made jackets and shirts with these types of patterns....but never with as much care as I would now!!!! However, I still wore them with pride of having garments that no one had xxx

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You should see my first makes as a child 🤦🏻‍♀️... with only my instinct and passion and no guidance from anyone, I pulled of basic pieces with pride and wore them to school. I even got compliments on them. The sewing inside was atrocious but it was all part of the journey 😀

[@alexandrawellington8028]

@@LiftingPinsandNeedles it is so interesting to see what we did before!!! I knew no fear of fabric back then, unlike now...all the chiffon, crepe like you sew with. I have to get brave again...you inspire me xxxx

[@soggyprog]

Wow this is so helpful thank you so much! I'm sewing my first jacket and I just couldn't understand how to attach the collar, but you explain the process so clearly!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad it helped. Most jackets are similar to this method :)

[@floraryce284]

Thank you for this Karina. I don't yet feel ready to tackle a denim jacket, but this has inspired me to try items with collars.👍

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

These types of collars are found in all types do jackets, so starting there could be a great option to ease your way in :)

[@silverluna8835]

Wow!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

🤗

[@Escape10mom]

Ok, now it looks like I'm going to have to get this pattern and make one. I really like the tip about sewing off the collar edge and then coming back across the previous seam. I'll have to remember that when making my husband's shirts. Thanks for all your great tips and keep them coming!!!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

It’s the same way I sew all “corner” type intersections and I thing it gives more structure and a nicer point without having to snip the corner. I’m very happy this way. Thanks for watching 😊

[@dianemorrall2687]

Thank-you soooo much for this video and the added blog post information. I have sewn the Style Arc jacket and although the collar attachment looks okay, I know it could have been better. I’m going to have another go at making another jacket with this method.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad this is useful for you. That makes me happy. I know these instructional videos don’t get seen by many people ( less interest on KZbin), knowing they helped is what I need to keep making them. Thank you so much 😊

[@dianemorrall2687]

Lifting Pins and Needles please keep doing them. I love learning about the correct methods to make a garment look well made.

[@debbiehobbs8773]

Thank you for this video! I love the detail of the collar construction... Which sometimes seems confusing to me.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I know it’s not a straightforward task and explaining it on paper must not be easy when sewing is so visual. That’s why I have the channel. To show these techniques and make them less complicated looking.

[@karolprior2436]

You are a wonderful teacher Karina. Thank you for the up close shots. Really helpful.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You’re very welcome and it was a pleasure to put together.

[@leasampaio3168]

Parabéns amiga pelo canal! 🌷

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Obrigada :)

[@paulinewhite1896]

You made my day always had trouble with collars never heard about that clip always not very good when turned

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

The clip is necessary and is something necessary for a neat finish in this type of garment. It can be daunting and I’d practice on scraps first :)

[@LisaFaiss]

Very nice tutorial. This is slightly different from what I learned in a class I took. I want to use your techniques to see if I can improve the collar points.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I know snipping the corner and using other tools is pretty mainstream but I think cutting there weakens the collar and id love to prevent having vulnerable areas in construction. This has worked amazingly for me :) Thank you so much for watching 😊

[@LisaFaiss]

Lifting Pins and Needles I love that even though we’re on different continents, we’re in pretty much same time zone. Interesting to see the backgrounds where you live. I laughed when I saw you filming and you didn’t want to go into the grass. I live in the desert but have seen the most rattlesnakes hiding in grassy areas. Eeeeeeeeeeeeeeek!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Oh how I dislike the creatures outside. I’ve seen them there even when the grass is short... so imagine now that’s it’s long 😳

[@sbrickett]

Thanks for this, sometimes it’s a struggle to get a color to fit exactly, but not anymore!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Patience and a bit extra care is all it takes and it’ll look pretty 😀. Thank you so much for watching.

[@sallydingle321]

👌👌👌💖😁😘

[@lynnedavis3917]

Hi loved this video..I'm curious which is your favourite pattern and why? Hugs from the UK 😊

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I think that all have their pros and cons being all excellent patterns. My standards for choosing my fave is very different as an experienced seamstress. I like that the Stacie has smaller seam allowances and the lack of detailed instructions on the pattern is not a negative for me because I know garment construction. The Atenas has a bigger seam allowance (I’d prefer a smaller one) but has cup sizes, the fit is fantastic and instructions are great. I think the Atenas will be best for many more people who are motivated and still need detailed instructions 😊

[@milda0820]

💖

[@pwoolard4150]

I always enjoy your videos. I'm wondering if the My secret revealed! EASIEST Camp Collar you could EVER SEW. 2 Melody Dolmans (Love Notions) be applied to a jacket collar?

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Of course! I’ve done that before. It’s just about making that back facing piece :) see it done here kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3abeKafgMiagbs

[@level2456]

Thanks for the video. Any reason for undercollar to be cut on bias?

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Has more mobility to fold and conform to the curve of the neck. Better in my opinion but not imperative.

[@level2456]

Thanks for your prompt response ❤

[@shaidabegum.]

, ❤️👌👍

[@lylahboling6383]

Is this denim?

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

It’s canvas. Home decor fabric :)

[@marymagdalene3004]

Very informative and helpful until the very end when she did not show us how she does the top-stitching! Disappointed in that. Rather incomplete. Not sure why she did this, but seems that she wants viewers to check out her other videos to "get the whole picture." Not happy with that.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I don’t understand why you refer to me as “she”, like you are addressing the comment to other people and like I’m not going to read the comment 🤷🏻‍♀️. In minute 21:30 I put on the screen that I edge stitch at 1/8” from the edge. I have shown this multiple times already and I showed the most important construction steps for this collar technique. Top stitching is a menial task here in my opinion. I put together a very complete and free tutorial that has already been helpful to many others if you take a look at the other comments.