Waterfall Raglan Sew Along | Attach Neckband & Hem Ruffle

The last steps on our Waterfall Raglans are to attach the neckband and hem the ruffles. Let's finish our new tops and dresses!

SEW NECKBAND

With the right sides together, sew the neckband at the short end. Press the seam open. Fold the neckband in half with the wrong sides together and press.

FIND NECKLINE QUARTER MARKS

There should be a notch at the center front, a double notch at the center back and notches on the sleeve neckline.

SEW NECKBAND TO BODICE

Line up the neckband seam with the center back double notches. Continue to pin the rest of the neckband around the neckline, matching the notches, while evenly stretching the neckband slightly. Do not stretch the garment. Stitch with a stretch stitch or overlock. Finish and press the seams towards the bodice.

OPTIONAL TOPSTITCHING

Topstitch the neckline at 1/4” (0.6 cm) or 1/8” (0.3 cm) based on your preference, to hold the seam allowance in place.

OPTIONAL HEM TAPE OR OVERLOCK

You may find it helpful to use 3/4” (2 cm) fusible knit stay tape to help stabilize your fabric while hemming. If so, apply to the hem. You can also finish the hem edge before hemming.