How to Sew a Continuous Placket

[@solarwinds-]

Thank you Lucy for the tutorial and you picked a lovely fabric. Such a beautiful green with the big white flowers.

[@noeleenhickey8119]

Thanks Lucy so clearly explained and demonstrated

[@nikkijohnson552]

Excellent tutorial. Slow and steady stitching for perfect results. Thank you

[@dellb4398]

This is fantastic! I'm making this blouse and decided to do a muslin first and saw a couple of reviews on Sewing Pattern Review site where they had problems with the pieces fitting, so this tutorial is MUCH appreciated! I also love to watch you sew! 🥰

[@sonialorenzo9223]

Sometimes we do understand the pattern and know how to sew but it is the little details that make the garment look professional. If anything, I learned to be more patient and find different ways to check if I am taking the next right step and avoid the seam ripper. You are a very careful but easygoing sewer. Thank you for this tutorial, I know it takes a lot of work to produce a neat and clear tutorial.

[@bridgetjones8339]

Thank you so much. I had done a couple of other plackets on some other blouses and I had no problem. But I had gotten this pattern and I tried to figure it out and I just couldn’t and I finally just put it together another way and of course it didn’t come out like it was supposed to. I was so happy to come across this. And your tricks and hints really helped too. Thank you again I think I’m gonna really enjoy this pattern now.

[@marciahighsmith4820]

Another informative blog! Thanks.

[@peabea8076]

Thankful you posted this. I’ve been so stumped on what my pattern was talking about because instructions not clear nor did it call the bands back and front a placket but had me cut 4 bands for front bands which confused me. In all my sewing years, I’ve never done a placket. Great clear instructions. 😊

[@janiceclay894]

Thank you for the tutorial. Very helpful and informative.

[@kellymartin1176]

THANK YOU for this tutorial. It made the instructions make so much sense. And saved me pulling my hair out 🙂

[@kaysmyth7099]

That looked hard but you broke it down so I could understand. I don’t think I’m up to that neck line yet but if I like the look of the pattern I’ll try it thank you for doing a great job from Florida USA🦩

[@barbaramobley8845]

Lovely tutorial! I needed this few years ago. I have a pattern for dress and/or top like this that I love. I've used it several times. It took me couple of times before I was comfortable with stitching the longer edges together. In fact first time I sewed it wrong and knew it was very wrong! I kept those directions close and frowned a lot but finally comprehended what I was doing. I'm sure I used pattern pieces like you said and matched all the markings. Like I said I love the pattern and don't mind sewing it anymore. Thx for making it so plain for all the sewists out there that won't make my mistake first time around -- they won't end up with so many frown lines! You make sewing so much more enjoyable with your tutorials!

[@emmabuxton7971]

Thank you so much for such a detailed tutorial. Your sewing is always so perfect and professional.

[@nancybenson1951]

Thank you. Now I can outfox my pattern. 😀

[@elizabethrowe7262]

Thank you Lucy for sharing this excellent tutorial as it can be quite daunting to work these patterns out as they don't seem to go into much detail. Thank goodness for KZbin as I always come here to find out more with what I am having a problem with.

[@lunasmum6869]

When I started sewing there was no such thing as the internet and You Tube! Luckily my mother, who hated dressmaking but loved making loose covers and curtains and did that professionally, was on hand to help.

[@emdoubleu1301]

Thanks for another great tutorial, Lucy! I have been nervous about doing a continuous placket on one of my projects, but I feel a lot more confident about tackling it after watching this video - and have picked up some other useful tips along the way to help make my projects look more finished. I LOVE the fabric on your blouse!

[@carlalucas4284]

I was never very good with sewing a placket, iyou’ve made it so clear and simple , I can’t wait to try one! Thank you 🧡

[@andreawalker2535]

Thank you. That fabric is just too lovely. I will maybe try this feature instead of not considering the pattern in my skill set. Thanks again!

[@mbailey2774]

Lucy, you are practically perfect in every way on this post. Thank you so much for the placket demonstration plus all of the fantastic tips and tricks along the way. I thoroughly enjoy your efforts and sewing skills.

[@lunasmum6869]

That blouse looks lovely. I may buy it. It is always good to actually see things being done. When reading how to do something it does take a lot of pondering and struggles as to what is meant and, if it has been translated it is even worse! I've made plackets before but a long time ago so this is a very good refresher. Thanks so much!😊💖

[@donnacieslik213]

Hello Lucy, thank you for this informative tutorial. I have made this pattern and like many of your viewers I also had problems with the neckband and placket, so much so I didn’t want to make this blouse again. However after watching this tutorial I am going to revisit the pattern with a view to sewing another blouse in the future. Thank you for taking the time to make this tutorial. Take care 🧵🪡😊

[@sewsewsewist785]

Very helpful tutorial. Thx so much.

[@michaelgracewatts2943]

Thank you Lucy for such a very clear tutorial. Love the material and feeling inspired. Grace

[@janetcozens5756]

Absolutely fantastic thank you so so much ❤ 😃😃😃❤👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@sandradawson5189]

Brilliant video, thank you very much. I have this pattern so this is going to be very helpful . 👏

[@vintagegirl68]

Wow you are right, this is a bit counter intuitive. I can see how that pattern would throw a person. Thank you for showing all the details. I think I am going to give it a go. Love your blouses!

[@karengardiner75]

Thanks for Sharing all your your ideas and areas that can be harder to do.😊

[@cathyabbott5742]

I also made this blouse, I also had a very difficult time with the collar. I even called McCalls and they weren’t very helpful. So thank you for this video, I did get it done after some frustrating moments. Love the blouse!! Cathy

[@paulakaariainen4260]

Thank you for a very informative tutorial. The blouse is beautiful.

[@karenbeedie2188]

Very good tutorial. I feel I could attempt this myself after watching this video. Thank you.

[@maureenbrown6610]

I love your detailed instructions, which are good as I haven’t done much sewing since I was a teenager, many years ago, but I would point out that when I was taught to sew we pinned and tacked by hand, then sewed it on the machine. I think this is still good practice and means you can sew without having to stop and start to remove the pins it always looks so awkward to me, i can see that it might be quicker.

[@bmnegus3772]

Thank you Lucy. I have been wondering by a similar construction. So many very helpful tips.

[@wendyware9738]

This was a brilliant tutorial I have had the pattern for a while following you wearing the navy spot blouse and bought that material as well just need to find the time to get sewing. There is a bit of a fiddle so need to allow time not snatch at the project which often I do between other things! Very helpful thanks

[@KnitLoveHK]

The cloth looks beautiful The video is clear Like it and thanks

[@christinehenwood4411]

Thank you for such a detailed tutorial, I’ve tried a similar neck band twice and failed, so I’m going to give this another try. Thank you 😊

[@annjelley5363]

Thank you so much! Very clear and easy to follow! 🧵

[@thebrumstitcher495]

Thanks Lucy! I have this pattern you’ve inspired me to have a go at it now I even have the fabric in mind 👍🏻

[@lynsam7380]

Thanks so much Lucy. I had bought this pattern a little while ago and was contemplating giving it a go. Your tutorial is so helpful I am going to make this my next sewing project. Currently doing the NinaLee Bloomsbury blouse which is turning out nicely. Lyn

[@heatherpenman3906]

Lucy, good job, and thank you once again for such a fantastic tutorial, from your furtherest away fan, Heather, New Zealand 😎

[@123diane456]

Thank you, it now makes more sense.

[@sandymcculloch5799]

Great tutorial Lucy thank you .

[@dianep649]

Fantastic video. I made a tunic recently with a similar neck treatment and you explain it so well!

[@irenedale5256]

Thank you for an excellent tutorial - really helpful. 💕

[@jayneclark6173]

Thank you so much, that was really helpful 👍😄

[@lynnmcdonald1780]

Great tutorial many thanks

[@judithwood1458]

Thank you, Lucy . Most helpful. I did wonder if it might be easier to put the placket on before stitching the side seams, then the bodice could be opened out flatter? Just a thought.

[@amandagibbons41]

Fantastic. I’ve actually made this blouse and it was great to see the issues you identified as potentially confusing as that was my experience first time round, too (including those collar points!). Thanks to your tutorial, I’m now motivated to make it again - thank you.

[@lynnshepard7485]

Very helpful! Thanks 😊

[@technologymom]

Thank you so much!

[@mariecavanagh3721]

Great

[@maureencullen1008]

That was great ,really well explained.When there is a lot of fabric do you have to stagger the seams by trimming?I wasn't sure if you'd need to do that depending on fabric.i have a medium weight satin crepe I'm thinking of using.Thank you.

[@AnnBirchard]

First off - great tutorial. I watched your video a couple of times before tackling my own. Next comment I’s about your polka dot blouse you are wearing at the beginning: are you cuffs on backwards? Normally the cuff overlaps from the top. Just curious. Again, thank you for the tutorial.

[@sandradawson5189]

Do you sell the clear feet with the markings on please? Great / helpful video.

[@rhodamurphy2097]

I have been sewing for years, and this was the most confusing placket I have ever made. Impossible. You've made it a little easier, but it would have helped if you used a solid color fabric rather than such a busy print.

[@alexaelliott2598]

What sewing machine are you using with the auto snip feature and auto foot raise with needle down?

[@gillianjones537]

Hi Lucy, thank you for a great tutorial. My machine is a 35year old New Home ( now renamed Janome) Would there be a clear foot like the one in the video, that would fit my machine? SD-2014 low shank. 🤞

[@lunasmum6869]

If your presser feet clip on to a little bar on the machine, most do, yes, it will fit. I used to have a New Home machine many years ago and I was able to use all feet with it. Some websites show what machines the feet are compatible with which is very helpful.

[@irenedale5256]

Hi again Lucy, can I ask what sewing machine did you use? Mine is just at the end of it’s life and I’m looking for a new one. I really like the up/down feature, auto thread cutter etc. Thanks in advance. Have a good weekend. 💕🐾

[@SewEssential]

Hi Irene, I was using the Huqvarna Designer Diamond which is a sewing and embroidery machine and has sadly been discontinued. However, there are plenty of other Husqvarna machines (and other brands) with these features. I am a massive Husqvarna fan myself and actually have three of their machines. We currently have the full Opal range in stock, they are beautiful machines and have all of those features and more such as selecting the right tension for the fabric type you are using. I think the best thing would be for you to have a chat with the lovely Irena in our office - if you drop her an email to [e-mail] and just say you want to explore some options for sewing machines she can give you a call or send you an email if you prefer to help you narrow things down.

[@irenedale5256]

@@SewEssential Hi Lucy, and thank you. 💕

[@lunasmum6869]

Hi Irene. I have two Husqvarna machines. A Freesia 425 and a Sapphire 960q. Both wonderful machines. The Freesia is a very old electronic machine and is as good as the day I bought it! Husqvarna all the way for me!! The Fix feature is really good. Lucy used it when she was sewing the bottom of the placket as this secures the stitches so you don't have to reverse then go forwards. Really good when precision is needed. I hope you find the best machine for you. I love both my machines but I will give my Freesia to my daughter in law when they buy a house of their own.

[@irenedale5256]

@@lunasmum6869 Thank you Luna. You will have one lucky daughter. 💕

[@ellenfrazer7581]

😊😊

[@irenekerr5379]

I don’t see the links

[@karengardiner75]

Where are you born from?