Facebook Email Pinterest Twitter Instagram Tiktok Icon YouTube Icon Headphones Icon Favorite Navigation Search Icon Forum Search Icon Main Search Icon Close Icon Video Play Icon Indicator Arrow Icon Close Icon Hamburger/Search Icon Plus Icon Arrow Down Icon Video Guide Icon Article Guide Icon Modal Close Icon Guide Search Icon
Insider

Sign in or become an insider to access this story

Sign In

Two Ways to Update a Shirt’s Front-Button Opening

Threads #189, Feb./March 2017

In this article from Threads #189 (February/March 2017), you’ll learn two ways to update a shirt’s front-button opening. With these adaptations, you can do even more with your tried-and-true shirt pattern.

The first variation adds a sewn-on placket that forms vertical slot buttonholes at center front, to feature unique or oversized buttons. The second version revamps a standard slashed neckline opening with a shaped facing that finishes the edge and provides an underlay. Both techniques require basic patternwork and precise sewing, and are easy enough for an advanced beginner to do. Once you understand the principles, these new opening details can be adapted for other garments.

VIDEO EXTRA: Create a Slashed Opening with an Underlay

Start your 14-day FREE trial to access this story.

Start your FREE trial today and get instant access to this article plus access to all Threads Insider content.

Start Your Free Trial
Discuss

Threads Insider

Get instant access to hundreds of videos, tutorials, projects, and more.

Start Your Free Trial

Already an Insider? Log in

Log in or become a member to post a comment.

More From Threads

Discussion Forum

Recent Posts and Replies

  • |
  • |
  • |
  • |
  • |
  • |

Threads Insider Exclusives

View All
View All

Highlights

Shop the Store

View All
View More