Hello, everyone!
A blouse with a necktie is just one of those classic styles that are chic, feminine, and very versatile. You can let the tie hang loose or make a lovely bow and wear it with whatever you like. I used satin for this project and the same pattern that I drafted for the black blouse with ruffles. I just shortened the bodice and added a short-sleeve variation.
Sewing Instructions:
Cut a desired length of fabric for the necktie. I used a completed width of 6 cm so that I could fold it over like a collar. Fold the fabric right sides together, lengthwise. Mark and sew both ends of the tie. Measure the opening of the neckline and mark it on the tie (AB), as illustrated below. Stitch across up to the marked points and clip the seam allowance. Trim the corners as illustrated.
Turn the tie to the right side and press.
Staystitch across the neckline and the button stand of the garment. Clip the seam allowance and trim the button-stand seam allowance.
Divide the neckline and the tie neck opening in half and mark them with a pin.
With the right sides together, pin and stitch the tie to the neckline up to the beginning of the button stand. Clip through both layers of the seam allowance.
Trim and press the seam allowance upwards into the tie. Fold the upper section of the tie over the seam allowance. Tack and slipstitch in place.
Set the sleeves in and press the garment.
Have a great week!
This is such a helpful and clear tutorial!I especially loved how you broke down how to sew a blouse neck tie step-by-step. The images paired with the instructions make it so much easier to follow along. Your tips on folding, stitching, and clipping corners were super useful something I’ll definitely try in my next DIY project. Thanks for sharing this beautiful and practical guide!