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Posted on: 10/12/16 9:18 PM ET
Hello,
A coworker of mine saw me wearing one of the jackets I made using McCalls M7199 pattern, style A.
He wants me to make him one.
I have never sewn anything for a man before but would very much like to try. Does anyone have any suggestions for modifying this pattern? As it is a loose-fitting jacket, I don't think too much will be necessary except I think it should be a little boxier and not nipped in at the waist? I am a little concerned about the bust area obviously too.
Any suggestions or advice is much appreciated!
A coworker of mine saw me wearing one of the jackets I made using McCalls M7199 pattern, style A.

He wants me to make him one.
I have never sewn anything for a man before but would very much like to try. Does anyone have any suggestions for modifying this pattern? As it is a loose-fitting jacket, I don't think too much will be necessary except I think it should be a little boxier and not nipped in at the waist? I am a little concerned about the bust area obviously too.
Any suggestions or advice is much appreciated!
Minnesota USA
Skill: Advanced
Skill: Advanced
Posted on: 10/12/16 9:46 PM ET
I've made this too and I'm not sure how the princess seams would translate. However Lekala has a men's pattern with a similar overall style
Lekala
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Lekala
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Janome Skyline S3 | Singer Quantum Stylist 9985 | Singer Stylist 7258 | Kenmore 1503
Baby Lock Celebrate | Brother 2340CV
My Big 4 Sizing: Medium | Tops 14 | Pants 16 | Skirts 16
My Measurements: 36 HB | 38.5 FB | 33 UB | 32 W | 43 Hip
http://dressmakingdebacles.blogspot.com
Baby Lock Celebrate | Brother 2340CV
My Big 4 Sizing: Medium | Tops 14 | Pants 16 | Skirts 16
My Measurements: 36 HB | 38.5 FB | 33 UB | 32 W | 43 Hip
http://dressmakingdebacles.blogspot.com
Posted on: 10/13/16 0:59 AM ET
That's a perfect pattern suggestion from KSmithSews! I would definitely find a men's pattern like she suggested, otherwise you might be pulling your hair out with enlarging and modifying your pattern for your friend.
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Sewing keeps me from falling apart at the seams!
Bernina 1008, Brother SB4138, Brother 1034D, Janome Coverpro 900CPX
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Bernina 1008, Brother SB4138, Brother 1034D, Janome Coverpro 900CPX
https://www.flickr.com/photos/8538/albums
Posted on: 10/13/16 7:42 AM ET
Style arc has one, the Marie Jacket, and I believe it is sold on Amazon and maybe even Etsy. It has fewer seams than the McCalls one has and might be easier to make for a mans figure/
Marie Jacket
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Marie Jacket
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height 5'2" bust 36, waist 31, hip 39.
I have way too many yards to count, and I will never use them up, but I will die trying!
I have way too many yards to count, and I will never use them up, but I will die trying!
Posted on: 10/13/16 5:56 PM ET
That is perfect!! Thank you all for your replies!
I am feeling much better about this project now!
I am feeling much better about this project now!
Posted on: 10/13/16 6:19 PM ET
In reply to Dithyrambic
I have made the Lekala jacket referred to, and the person it was made for has been extremely pleased with it. Just one tip - put your own very clear markings on the pattern pieces so you don't cut the thing the other way round from the way you intended ...
Minnesota USA
Skill: Advanced
Skill: Advanced
Posted on: 11/2/16 2:51 PM ET
In reply to Dithyrambic
What did you decide to do? I don't know what made me think about this thread! :)
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Janome Skyline S3 | Singer Quantum Stylist 9985 | Singer Stylist 7258 | Kenmore 1503
Baby Lock Celebrate | Brother 2340CV
My Big 4 Sizing: Medium | Tops 14 | Pants 16 | Skirts 16
My Measurements: 36 HB | 38.5 FB | 33 UB | 32 W | 43 Hip
http://dressmakingdebacles.blogspot.com
Baby Lock Celebrate | Brother 2340CV
My Big 4 Sizing: Medium | Tops 14 | Pants 16 | Skirts 16
My Measurements: 36 HB | 38.5 FB | 33 UB | 32 W | 43 Hip
http://dressmakingdebacles.blogspot.com
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