I liked the simplicity of this jacket and as I had some pewter front closures that I couldn't find something to put them on, I finally found a jacket that would work with that idea.
I also had some leftover black heavy weight linen to make use of as well. The linen was a bit course, but it worked, plus this project didn't need to be lined either, which made it a quick project to finish.
Although I find Burda facings at the neck and shoulder area drafted differently than others, I think it is a bit hard to work with but not impossible.
I also decided that I would make view A with decorative pocket flaps from view B. I don't always like patch pockets like in view A. As well, I also cut 2 pieces of pocket flaps for lining in a blue brocade because I think it is better if I line pockets, it makes them look better.
So, here are my supplies that I used:
- Heavy weight 100% linen fashion fabric needed for Jacket view A
- 2-12mm pewter buttons. I used this size because it was what I had
- 1-Elan brand pewter front clasp.
- Lining fabric brocade for pocket lining
- Black sew-in interfacing
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| Made view A with some of B |
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| Front view. The darts in the front seemed big as they were drafted. Trim them down if need be. |
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| Back view with the pleats. I am a sucker for peplums! |
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| Front clasp. I used upholstery thread to hand sew it. Buttonhole thread will work as well. |
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| 12 mm button on pocket |
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| Brocade lining. Not much is needed. |
Since this jacket was so simple, I don't have welt pockets here and I did not want to change my pattern to put them in there just so I could have a pocket. If I did do that, I would have to line this jacket. Decoration was enough this time around.
But I just thought I could use a nice casual/formal jacket for dinners and such and such.
Not too much fancy work with this, but I must say that linen is one of the most easiest fabrics to work with.
Until next posting...
