How to sew a bow tie

A bow tie belongs to the classic elements of a solemn costume. It gives the whole image a special elegance necessary for such occasions. In addition, the bow tie is a traditional accessory for a tuxedo and dress coat.

Now the butterfly tie is very popular not only at ceremonial events and social parties and not only among men. If you want to create an exclusive bow tie for your favorite man, son or yourself, you can sew it yourself. No special knowledge is needed for this, the main thing is to own the rules of sewing.

How to quickly sew a bow tie with your own hands?

• You will need a suitable fabric. It is best to choose a fabric of sufficiently dense consistency, since it is very important that it keeps its shape. Decide on the necessary color of the future butterfly tie. The color of the bow tie is usually matched to the color of the suit to which it is worn.
• Now you need to find a pattern. Then measure in centimeters the girth of the neck, the width and length of the future bow tie. As soon as the measurements are ready, cut out the details of the pattern from dublerin or non-woven fabric - lining materials. They will support the shape of the tie from the inside.
• Now is the time to place the same parts of the pattern with the help of sewing pins on the wrong side of the selected fabric. Circle them and cut them out. Do not forget to leave 5 mm on each side for seams and hem. Duplicate the details for the wrong side of the future butterfly tie.

• Iron and steam the finished parts with an iron. Then the parts of non-woven fabric attach the adhesive side to the wrong side of the fabric parts, then carefully iron them with a heated iron.
• As soon as the lining is glued, put another part of the tie on top. Plain and taped non-woven fabric parts should lie on top of each other by their front sides.
• Sew a detail along the contour, pay attention to the corners and leave a small hole on the side. To make the corners look better, slightly cut the fabric at the corners from the inside.
• Through the hole that remains, unscrew the tie on the front side and sew the hole with a secret stitch.
• Iron the finished product from the front, steam it off with an iron and dry it, then sew it to a strip of fabric that is wrapped around the neck. Your exclusive butterfly tie is ready.

How to sew a bow tie: tips for beginners

• The easiest option to sew a bow tie will be to use gum instead of a ribbon. This option is best suited for those who are just beginning to learn the skill of sewing. Before embarking on this fascinating process, prepare the main fabric of the future bow tie, for lining - non-woven thermoglue, for the future pattern pencil, scissors, centimeter, cardboard, needle, thread, sewing machine, iron with steam function and buckles with elastic .
• In the first stage, select the fabric. If there is a formal evening ahead, then stop choosing black fabric or any other soothing tone. Tie a bow tie in the same style with a vest, which will close part of the shirt and give the image completeness. If friendly parties, masquerades or other unofficial events are expected, it is acceptable to use the most challenging and vibrant colors for sewing a bow tie. Only the dense structure of the fabric that can hold the form remains unchanged.

• Measure the girth of the neck, the width of the bow tie, and transfer them to a template made of cardboard. Approximately you can use these sizes: width - 25 cm, length - 45 cm. In front of the mirror, the template can be immediately tried on and corrected. According to the generally accepted canons, a bow tie should not protrude beyond the outer edges of a shirt collar. For the width and length of the template, open 2 rectangular parts, along the edges leave seam allowances of about 1 cm. Make the same rectangles from non-woven fabric, but without allowances.
• Then iron the non-woven fabric to the inside of the main fabric parts. Hand-sweep the parts folded to each other face up. Only after this make a seam on a typewriter. Leave some free space, with which you will then turn out the product. Do not draw a line behind the pattern line. Use scissors to cut the corners of the allowances, taking care not to damage the seam itself. Remove the notched thread carefully and remove the tie using the blunt side of the pencil. Straighten all the corners and folds. Insert a pattern from a cardboard into a fabric item and iron a bow tie through moistened gauze, but do not press hard on the surface or use the steaming function. Then remove the cardboard and stitch the hole left in a secret seam.
• Sew a strip from the main fabric to intercept the center of the home-made tie, creating an imitation knot. Fold the strip in half, stitch it along the edges, then turn it out. Gently squeeze the middle of the bow tie and use hand stitches to fasten the folds, then wrap them in a linen stripe. Grab the stitches at the ends of the gum of the same color as the tie, or instead of the gum, use a hat elastic braid. And at the end you just have to choose the right clasps.

How to sew a bowtie tie without lining?

The following schemes will tell you how to sew a tie with a lining.

Bow tie is a stylish wardrobe item for men and women. It is perfect for special occasions and bright everyday life.

See also: How to sew a butterfly with your own hands?

A bow tie can be purchased at any clothing store. But if you want an exclusive bow tie in your wardrobe, sew it yourself. You will certainly attract everyone's attention.