How to Sew a Shirt Collar: Simple Step-by-Step Guide

A well-made collar gives shirts a professional finish. Follow these essential steps to master basic collar construction.

What You’ll Need

• Main fabric pieces

• Lightweight interfacing

• Sewing machine

• Pins or clips

• Iron

• Sharp scissors

4 Key Steps

1. Prepare Pieces

• Cut 2 collar pieces (top/under)

• Cut 4 collar stand pieces

• Apply interfacing to all pieces

2. Sew the Collar

• Place collar pieces right sides together

• Stitch outer edges, leaving neck edge open

• Trim corners, turn right side out

• Press thoroughly

3. Attach Collar Stand

• Pin collar to one stand piece

• Stitch along neck edge

• Sandwich collar between stand pieces

• Stitch outer edges, turn and press

4. Attach to Shirt

• Pin collar stand to shirt neckline

• Match center points

• Stitch slowly around curve

• Press final seam

Quick Tips

• Press after every step

• Clip curves before turning

• Use point turner for sharp corners

• Practice on scrap fabric first

Master these basics to create clean, professional shirt collars every time.