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Simplicity: 2229 (Misses' & Plus Size Sportswear) thumbsup - Type:Coordinates    printable version
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Posted on:3/16/13 7:22 AM
Last Updated:3/16/13 7:31 AM
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Pattern Photo:Simplicity 2229
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Pattern Rating:Great Wardrobe Builder
See other patterns in this category: Coat/Jacket    Suits / Separates    Pants    Plus    Skirts    
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Fabric:Brocade  [See other projects in this fabric]
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Pattern Description: Misses' & Miss petite jacket, pants and skirt. Threads sewing pattern collection.

Pattern Sizing: Excellent size range - 8 to 24.

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? I think so

Were the instructions easy to follow? I didn't actually look at them.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I liked the simple lines & the tie front. And it fits beautifully as an added bonus!

Fabric Used: a gorgeous Chinese brocade fabric

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I made jacket view C, but left off the floral appliqué, as the fabric was the star of the show. I also added a hook & eye to the centre front to help the jacket sit right when it was tied.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I don't normally like an unlined jacket, but decided to see how this one went as the fabric was quite firm. It turned out great & I didn't end up putting in a lining.
It fitted without any adjustment & is very flattering, so much so that I would like to try the collared version.

Conclusion: This jacket turned out even better than I hoped it would; I am very pleased with it. It was also very fast & easy to put together, I sewed the whole jacket (including homemade shoulder pads & hand-sewn hems) in just over 3 hours.
So that to me is a winning combination & a guarantee that I will sew it again!
So I would recommend this pattern to anyone who'd like a stylish jacket that is very easy to sew. With princess seams it is also a very easy style to adjust.
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Danmar said...
Very pretty--I might try this pattern
3/16/13 9:48 AM
madbadger said...
That fabric is gorgeous and is perfect for this pattern - looks great!
3/16/13 11:05 AM
frame said...
I think your jacket is gorgeous. I can't tell from the pictures how you finished your seam allowances and I know you did because brocade frays like crazy and yours look so tidy. Did you serge/overlock them?
3/16/13 11:59 AM
ksgentry said...
Loved the inside as much as the outside! Nice work
3/16/13 1:28 PM
mm said...
That is really something. Stunning fabric. Great fit. Enjoy it.
3/16/13 7:17 PM
Mazzygirl said...
yesI , serged/overlocked all the seam allowances prior to assembly as it did fray like crazy!
3/16/13 8:10 PM
margy.64 said...
Love your jacket. The fabric really makes this simple style something special, and the fit is perfect.
3/16/13 8:48 PM
Jstarr4250 said...
Very beautiful. Such perfect seam allowance finishing!
3/16/13 9:20 PM
Donel said...
Great job! The jacket turned out beautifully!
3/16/13 9:59 PM
Denise L Perry said...
Just gorgeous and beautifully sewn!
3/17/13 8:55 AM
cequimby said...
Beautiful jacket! I love the simple lines combined with that beautiful fabric.
3/17/13 9:47 AM
carolynw said...
Fits you perfectly and looks fabulous. You used the right pattern to show off this gorgeous fabric
3/17/13 2:22 PM
waltzqueen said...
I love your jacket and the beautiful fabric you used. It is lovely on you and I expect you will receive many compliments!
3/17/13 2:29 PM
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