Pattern Description:
Mid-hip, button-front shirt/jacket features a V-neck with narrow stand-up collar, bracelet-length sleeve, side vents and narrow stitched hems. Pattern Sizing:
XS-XXL Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes, but I also added pockets Were the instructions easy to follow?
Since I am a bit spacially challenged, I puzzled a little over the unusual collar instructions. Once I figured them out, I thought they were wonderful. What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
It is a very simple boxy jacket, but the collar brings it up a notch. Fabric Used:
Wide wale cotton corduroy in blue and rust that I bought for a dollar a yard at my annual ASG sale. Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I added pockets and did not stitch down the facing or the hems. Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Simple and nice looking--what could be better? I am already planning one for a friend. Conclusion:
My goal was to make soft and warm jackets to wear around the house in the winter in place of the ugly fleece jackets I have worn for years. These fit well in my wardrobe--and I will not be ashamed to be caught in public wearing them.
jannw said... they look great on you! So comfy..love your fabrics. What a good idea..I may replace mine! Thanx! 11/19/12 0:24 AM
Ripple Dandelion said... Wonderful jackets--I love the shape on you. I agree that the collar makes them, but I also really like the boxy shape and the pockets. Great colors, too. 11/19/12 6:28 AM
marec said... What cute jackets-I love your idea of replacing fleece jackets with these to add a bit of style(-: 11/19/12 11:11 AM
blue mooney said... What marec said! These are a cut above the usual fleece or hoodie. I've only made the tank from this pattern, obviously I need to make the shirt/jacket, too! 11/19/12 12:49 PM
carolynw said... I really like these I need a few for the same reason - my around the house tops look like they have been worn for years - which they have been!So must get this pattern 11/19/12 6:15 PM
marthamyers said... What a great pattern for a little jacket. I made it as a shirt, but I love your jackets. Perfect! 11/19/12 8:59 PM
sewmaris said... Really nice little jackets. You have inspired me to make a few simple jackets too! 11/19/12 9:10 PM
BJ1400 said... Very nice & look great on you. 11/20/12 9:04 AM
they look great on you! So comfy..love your fabrics. What a good idea..I may replace mine! Thanx!
11/19/12 0:24 AM
Wonderful jackets--I love the shape on you. I agree that the collar makes them, but I also really like the boxy shape and the pockets. Great colors, too.
11/19/12 6:28 AM
What cute jackets-I love your idea of replacing fleece jackets with these to add a bit of style(-:
11/19/12 11:11 AM
What marec said! These are a cut above the usual fleece or hoodie. I've only made the tank from this pattern, obviously I need to make the shirt/jacket, too!
11/19/12 12:49 PM
I really like these I need a few for the same reason - my around the house tops look like they have been worn for years - which they have been!So must get this pattern
11/19/12 6:15 PM
What a great pattern for a little jacket. I made it as a shirt, but I love your jackets. Perfect!
11/19/12 8:59 PM
Really nice little jackets. You have inspired me to make a few simple jackets too!
11/19/12 9:10 PM
Very nice & look great on you.
11/20/12 9:04 AM