How to Create Stunning Neckline Designs for Your Shalwar Kameez

Creating stunning neckline designs for kameez can really elevate your kameez, giving it a unique personalised touch. Here is a detailed guide to designing eye catching necklines: 

Understand neckline shapes: The shape of the neckline greatly influences the overall look. Popular styles include: 

• Round neck
• Vee neck 
• Boat neck
• Square neck  

Adding details around the neckline can make it stand out: 

• Embroidery 
• Sequins and beads 
• Appliqué & Patchwork
• Lace or net inserts 
• Mirror work or pearls 

Tips for designing a good neckline: 

• Balance is key - keep the rest of kameez simple if the neckline is heavy - or just add a border to the bottom edge of kameez 
• Sketch first - Sketch out your ideas to visualise the overall look
•  Experiment first: Try out different looks and techniques first and keep the samples as a little library for future projects 

If you are new to sewing or simply looking to improve your shalwar kameez sewing skills then the FREE NECKLINE sewing course is the perfect place to start. This step-by-step online course will help you perfect your necklines and help you create not one but 6 different types of necklines 

 In this course you will learn how to make beautiful necklines and the key skills you will learn are: 

• How to attach facings and interfacings
• How to under stitch
• How to top stitch 
• How to use the press to enhance your garment

 You will gain confidence, feel inspired to do more and be well on your way to making your own shalwar kameez