BWOF 9-2009-103 Jacket
Fabric: Cranberry/Lacquer Red wool cashmere from my local independent store Treadle Yard Goods, that is sponsoring The Jacket Challenge. Entries due by February 5th. All 4 prizes include more fabric. Of course I had to enter. I need more fabric.
The buttons are pinned on. Hence the wonky look. I am determined to post this as an "almost work in progress". Almost done in my world. But you can get the general idea.
Design: For my D1 who is a size 34. I needed to grade down and I need to steam some more I see. She plans to wear this with jeans and black riding boots. She chose the fabric and buttons.
I am proud of this collar stand. I had no clue what a collar stand was until my re entry into the sewing world this year. I thought they were optional scraps of pattern pieces, to be thrown away with the other pieces called "facings".
In conclusion, a great jacket pattern. I may or may not enter this. I have one more jacket/coat to work on and I will choose the best by February 5th. Yikes. I go back to work next week. Who am I kidding?
Year in Review
- I am not going to count how many yards sewn, items discarded, items that were learning devices and items that made me smile and think, dang I am smart.....
- My re entry into the sewing world occurred when I stumbled upon LindsayT's website. There was a whole new world of gals my vintage and fabulousity (as Ann Steeves would say) that were either heading back into sewing or starting. It was then that I determined to head back in. Running races is fun, but at my age you never really improve- sewing you can improve and improve and improve..........
Looking Ahead 2010 Sewing Goals
- A Marfy, organza lining , doublecloth fabrics, welt pockets, stripes and plaids, tailoring techniques, another class or several , continue to improve, continue to encourage my D1 to keep sewing.......she is very talented.......I know you are reading this Alexandra Rose.....
Thank you to all my sewing ladies. The support and learning has made my sewing soul sing. All the best in 2010.
JoanneM
What a beautiful jacket!! Love the color! I'm thinking about doing this contest, too, but have not decided yet. :)
ReplyDeleteWow ~ I didn't realize that this was your first year back to sewing?! You have made some awesome garments as a returnee! I'm loving this jacket...the color, the buttons, just everything!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year!
I thought they were optional scraps of pattern pieces, to be thrown away with the other pieces called "facings".
ReplyDeleteHahahahahahaha! Snort!
That jacket is bay-yooteeful. And I'm with Carolyn - I can not believe you just got back into sewing this year!
Gorgeous jacket - I love the double row of buttons!
ReplyDeleteDitto on Ann's comment, you made me laugh! You've done a fabulous job this year, I love your new goals, and hope we can learn some together along the way! The jacket is amazing, too!!!
ReplyDeleteBe still my heart! Red with 2 rows of brass buttons. What could be better?
ReplyDeleteThat is a beautiful jacket. Construction looks impecable. Nice sewing! Wishing you a terrific sewing year ahead!
ReplyDeleteAnother stellar jacket! It will be wonderful with riding boots. I love your goals. Very similiar to mine along with bound buttonholes, padstitching....etc.etc.etc...
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year!
Yep- I forgot bound buttonholes, pad stitching, Japanese sewing books I want to make them all.....greedy little fabric sewing piggy that I am......
ReplyDeleteYou mean I had a hand in your fabulous reentry to sewing?! I feel so honored! I love this jacket. In fact, I love all your jackets! Happy new year to you and your family, and looking forward to lots more from you in 2010.
ReplyDeleteFabulous jacket. I enjoyed reading your goals and how you came back to sewing. Happy New Year.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous jacket.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year!
I love your jacket! And your comment about the extra pattern pieces that were disposable. Loved it!
ReplyDeleteYou have inspired me to make a jacket. I have actually bought 5 patternsthis past year and fabric in my stash. I just don't have anywhere to wear a new jacket. The challenge to make one is enough. Off I go to plan a jacket. I also stumbled on Lindsey T and found the world of sewing blogs to keep me company.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous jacket. I love the color and the style. I want one just like it. Sigh, another garment to add to my "things to sew" list.
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