
I also used the same method to make the little slit for tab closure on the front too. Here is a photo of the jacket on my dress form, needing it's hem sewn and a good pressing, but you get the idea:
When the weather behaves itself here in Sydney I will take a photo of the jacket and skirt to share with you all (oh, who am I kidding I just wanna show it off!)
Next up, thank you Pamela for leaving a lovely compliment about my Louis Vuitton inspired suit that I posted about here. When I say inspired, I really meant I took the colour combination more so than the construction methods (mine certainly ain't couture), but here is a close up of the fabric and collar/front:
barbie2be, yes I know the amount of sewing patterns I have (nearly 600 now) is a shameful over consumption, but I can justify: I get most of the patterns from op shops (I am recycling and they are cheap), I use / plan to use a lot of them (so they are useful and not just hoarded junk), lots of people give me patterns when a relative passes away and they're happy to see them go to a good home (I'm doing a community service) but mostly because I love looking at the pictures and find them as inspirational as any fashion magazine. Also I think there is some little known law of physics that says an item will expand in volume to fill it's available space of containment, so who am I to deny the forces of nature and not buy any more patterns?
Good thing I don't work in a fabric shop like Jean C and her daughter did - imagine getting free patterns on a regular basis! Sorry Jean no photos of my closets because they are packed and a little messy. I have three of them - one for summer clothes, one for winter clothes and one for special occasion and little used clothes. Not just me though, my husband has his in there too. I don't know what I'm going to do when I have kids and they need cupboard space of their own!
And to all those that admired the Ikea solution for pattern storage, I'm glad the Ikea solution may help you out with your pattern storage too, and that it brought you here to my little blog!
I love your jacket! Well done!
ReplyDeleteOh I'm glad you posted a link to the Burda jacket. I read about it in a previous post and was just too lazy to go search for it.
ReplyDeleteLove the jacket! The buttonholes are a lovely touch to match the welt pockets.
Love, love, love your new jacket - I will certainly have to give that pattern another look.
ReplyDeleteWow, I *love* that Burda jacket! So sharp. What will you wear under it?
ReplyDeleteI'm another person who found you from Dress A Day. I've added you to my blogroll as I thoroughly enjoyed reading your posts and I look forward to visiting frequently. I love the items you've made.
ReplyDeleteWow, great jacket. I've been wanting to make this jacket too, its my favorite in this issue!
ReplyDeleteKristy, you did a great job on the jacket! I must say it is nice to have patterns that you can go to when you see something that you want to make up. Hey, as far as to much consumerisum... at least they aren't going to the landfill! I went to a local thrift shop yesterday and came home with some beautiful curtains (sort of an satin weave type material) that I'm cleaning up to make a jacket out of! Keep up the good work! Be Creative! Jean
ReplyDeleteThat's is a sweet jacket you whipped up.
ReplyDeleteThe jackets are amazing! I especially like the closer and pockets on the first one!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!
You ladies really know how to work those Burda patterns. Fantastic jacket! I love the contrasting top-stitching.
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