I have been inspired by the many faux fur jackets recently, and knew I wanted one that would be easy to throw on and versatile enough to dress up or down. I have looked for some time and found this pattern on ebay. Other bidders wanted it also, so I am having to justify this pattern by telling myself I will be able to use it again...and again.......ahhh justifications......
- I really liked the back as it has some structure with the band giving it more form than a simple "throw".
- I envisioned the black cape stole below. How this stole could tie with thick faux fur and lining and no extra length to tie, as the pattern would have you believe, must have been a little white lie Vogue sanctioned in 1960.
- I ended up with this look. No option to tie, but that is okay. I love it.
- Cape stole front worn with my weekend uniform-jeans.
- Faux fur fabric from Ginnys in Rochester MN. If you ever need to visit the The Mayo Clinic, this fabric store is across the street and is OUTSTANDING. She has been there for 30 years and has lovely fabrics.....
- Cape stole with the casual "I'm gonna walk with my hands in my pockets look".
- Betsey Johnson silk charmeuse animal print lining from emmaonesock purchased several months ago.
- Labels from etsy. I am going to start to make sure my garments are "label worthy".
- I loved this pattern. I love vintage patterns. This format was bullet point and a diagram. So easy to assemble and follow. Cute to wear. I hope to make the longer version probably, in the year 2019-that is the next opening in my schedule :).
Happy Thanksgiving to All. I am thankful for so much in my life. Have a wonderful day.
Absolutely gorgeous. And I love the lining. Everything about this cape stole is label worthy. Happy Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteLovely stole! Have fun wearing it.
ReplyDeleteThat is so fun! I really love it, Joanne. Did you get the labels from the same place I did on Etsy (Worldwide Labels)?
ReplyDeleteThat is a very elegant stole. Love the lining!
ReplyDeleteAs you know...I LOVE IT! Pure class. I love that you put the picture of it at the end--total teaser post! And the stole looks great with the jean outfit.
ReplyDeleteGee... I wonder where the "fur bug" bit you? Hmmmm... I love it, especially the lining. YOur labels are adorable, and have a little vintage feeling, too. Job well done!!!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely fabulous! this jacket is so youuuuu!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous.
ReplyDeleteFabulous. The lining is such a nice detail.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! Love the lining and the label.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving
It is lovely! Enjoy wearing it.
ReplyDeleteLovely!! Very elegant! Great job!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! I love the idea of a garment being "label-worthy".
ReplyDeleteLovely. Have fun with it. I hemmed and hawed about buying that animal print from EOS until it was gone. It is a gorgeous lining.
ReplyDeleteLove it! The animal print lining is just perfect. You asked about the fabric for my plum blouse --- it is just one of the cotton fabrics (labeled as sateen or Egyptian) from Joann's. Hope that helps!
ReplyDeleteFantastic cape - looks a million bucks!
ReplyDeleteThere are several things you can do to make this cape a little more comfortable and stable. You can put in elastic stabalizers in the "cuff/hem" area of the cape. This would be the place where your arms rest naturally on the cape. This way the cape always stays at the right place on your arms, no matter if you're hailing a cab or waving to your throngs of admirers!!! I have sort of a little guide on this on my blog, scroll down to the bottom of the blog here: http://clairekennedydesign.typepad.com/the_atelier_of_claire_ken/2009/08/kristine-and-a-summer-wrap.html
ReplyDeleteI think the black drawing/view is in a satin fabric and that's how they got away with tying it in front. Believe it or not they didn't have to "lie" too much with the drawings, other than necks, legs, torsos were too long, and waists were too small!!!!
It looks fabulous!! I love the fabrics you chose!
ReplyDeleteHi Joanne
ReplyDeleteI don't know if it is OK to post this kind of request. Would you be willing to sell your Vogue 5463 pattern? I have been looking for it for a long time. I would even buy a copy of it. I have been looking on all the vintage pattern websites and on Ebay without any luck
Thanks,
Rose
PS You did a great job on your stole. I am interested in the long coat.