Hello friends!
I’m excited to share yet another version of the Liesl + Co. Classic Shirt pattern that I’ve recently sewn. This pattern has become a bit of a side project for me—something fun to tinker with as I refresh my button-down shirt wardrobe, which is such a staple in my everyday look.
This particular version turned out to be quite the mathematical puzzle! If you take a good look at the picture, you might understand why. Or perhaps the details are a bit tricky to make out from here.
Let’s zoom in on the front to get a closer look at the button placket. Notice anything unique? That's right—on-seam buttonholes! They remind me of the Double-Dutch Jacket + Skirt from Oliver + S, where the reversible jacket also features on-seam buttonholes. Sewing these is straightforward, but figuring out the dimensions of each placket piece to ensure alignment once everything is sewn together? That takes some thought.
For those curious, here’s the secret: two pieces measuring 1 5/8 inches wide and one piece at 2 1/4 inches wide. The single wider piece forms the center-front edge that folds toward the back. Remember to keep the 1/2-inch seam allowances intact. And yes, plan your buttonhole placement before sewing—it’s key to getting it right.
I also decided to tweak the front pockets, switching them to on-seam pockets to maintain consistency with the rest of the design. As for the back, I shifted the small pleats into a centered reverse box pleat. It’s an easy adjustment—just redistribute the fullness to the center back instead of following the original markings.
The on-seam pockets were a breeze to incorporate. I simply lowered their position slightly, halved the pattern piece just below the armhole seam, added seam allowances to the new edges, and followed the instructions from the Bento Tee pattern. Piece of cake!
There are plenty more ideas I have in mind for this pattern, but for now, I need to shift my focus to creating fall designs. In the meantime, don’t forget that the Classic Shirt pattern works beautifully as a shirtdress too!
If you’d like to give it a try yourself, you can grab your own copy of the Classic Shirt pattern right here. Have fun experimenting!
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As I reflect on this project, I can’t help but feel grateful for the creativity and flexibility that sewing allows. It’s not just about following a pattern—it’s about finding ways to make it uniquely yours. Whether it’s tweaking buttonholes or repositioning pleats, every small change adds up to something special.
Have you ever tried making adjustments to a pattern? Let me know in the comments below—I’d love to hear about your experiences!
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