A covered button placket is a sophisticated detail that elevates a button-up shirt like the Vernon Shirt. Learn how to sew a covered button placket in this video tutorial from Jenny!

Get a gloriously gape-free fit in a button-up with the Vernon Shirt! The Vernon is a darted button-up sewing pattern designed for curves in sizes 0-32 and cup sizes C-H and is available as a PDF or printed pattern. It has multiple sleeve, collar and placket options to help you create the gape-free shirt of your dreams. Whether you want to go classic or trendy, the Vernon can do it all!

View B of the Vernon Shirt features a sophisticated covered button placket, trendy lantern sleeves that are gathered slightly at the shoulder and end in wide cuffs, and an oversized collar.

How to Sew a Covered Button Placket

A covered button placket elevates the look of any button-up shirt. The technique may look complicated at first, but it’s actually pretty straightforward once you break down the steps.

Watch the video below to learn how to sew a covered button placket:

If you’re ready to start sewing your Vernon Shirt with a covered button placket, get your copy here:

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