A DIY V-Neck T-Shirt Video Sewing Tutorial Blogpost : Part 2

A V-Neck T Shirt is a wardrobe staple that covers many seasons and styles. From keeping cool in the summer to using for layers in the spring and fall, every wardrobe has space for a well-fitting v-neck t shirt. Depending on your fabric choice, they can be your favorite casual basic or they can be dressed up for a night out.

V-necks are also a relatively quick sew so that you can easily fill your closet with all your favorite solids and prints. The most time-consuming part of a basic V neckline t shirt is sewing on the V neckband. Don't be intimidated, though, with practice and the right technique, you will feel like a pro in no time and have crisp and on-point Vs. Once you have mastered the technique, you will feel like filling your closet full of V-neck tops.

Supplies: 

• 1 yard Cotton Jersey Fabric. I used Burgundy for this tutorial
• Favorite Basic V-Neck T Shirt Pattern. I used the Greenstyle Green Tee for this tutorial.
• coordinating thread
• Measuring Tape
• Sewing Machine (optional serger)
• Iron for pressing
• Pins and clips
• Scissors

Time:

1 hour

Difficulty:

Advanced Beginner

LET'S GET STARTED!

1. Print and assemble your pattern pieces. You will have 4 pattern pieces: a front, back, sleeve, and neckband.
2. Cut out your fabric. The front, back, and neckband are cut on the fold. The sleeves are cut as mirror images.
3. Sew your shoulder seams according to the pattern directions.
4. Watch the video for step-by-step instruction on how to sew your V neckband to your shirt.
   
   
5. Complete shirt according to pattern directions.

It was great to sew with you today, and I hope this tutorial has inspired you!