When I first started sewing plackets, I found the standard method a bit cumbersome. So, I developed my own easier way, which I prefer over the version in the Banksia instruction booklet. I use it often and wanted to share it because I think you’ll like it too!
Ready? The key to plackets is taking it slow and preparing properly. If you haven’t done basting yet, check last week’s post. Step 1: Iron lightweight fusible interfacing to the wrong side of the fabric for stability. Step 2: Fold placket pieces in half with right sides together and sew 5/8″ from the top edge. Step 3: Trim and notch the seam allowance, then turn right side out and press. Step 4: Place placket pieces on the front fabric’s right side, aligning folded edges with sides and raw edges with the center cut edge inside basting. Sew 5/8″ from the raw edge along basting stitches, stopping at horizontal basting about 5/8″ from bottom. Step 5: Push plackets to the wrong side, including the seam allowance triangle. On the right side, ensure the right placket overlaps the left and pin for stability. Step 6: On the wrong side, pin both placket bottoms to the seam allowance triangle and sew along the horizontal basting line. Folding the top horizontally can help. Step 7: Finish raw edges with an overlocker, zig-zag stitch, bias tape, or by folding and topstitching. Step 8: Optionally, topstitch around the outside edge after pressing to keep seam allowance flat and add a neat finish. Finally, add buttons and buttonholes. You’re done! LOOKING FOR MORE BANKSIA POSTS? Preparation Sewing: Darts & Seams Sewing: Basting & Placket prep Sewing: Collars Sewing: Collarless version Sewing: How to sew a placket Sewing: How to sew a placket the easier way (this post!) Sewing: How to sew a faux placket Sewing: Leaving the placket off Sewing: Flat sleeve insertion Sewing: Sleeveless version Sewing: Long-sleeved version Sewing: Hemming Sewing: Dress version Sewing: Jersey version Some other tutorials you might like to check out:Learn essential pattern alterations to customize your sewing projects:
– How to turn the pattern into a dress – Altering bust dart height – Bust adjustments (FBA and SBA) – Lengthen the sleeves – Drafting different collars – Alter the pattern for stretch fabrics DON’T HAVE THE PATTERN YET? Order Banksia today in Sizes XS-XL