Okay I did it. I finished the jacket I have been putting off making for a few years now. I only started this last week, but I’ve had the pattern for a few years now. I really liked it, but I was afraid of giving it a try with the welt pockets, the fit, etc. You name it, I made excuses for it. Anyway, I used some fabric I had at home (sort of a linen blend). I’m really happy with the results AND it wasn’t difficult to make at all. I must say that I am a person who will follow directions when making something that I’m either unfamiliar with or am having trouble with. I did what the instructions said and got great results. Even the welt pockets turned out great.
And with the added flap:
I said I would challenge myself this year and so far I have and things have turned out pretty well. The things that haven’t turned out have been “learning experiences”. I do want to make another jacket like this one in another color, but I’m not sure when it will happen. There are so many things I have planned in my head to sew… I’m really trying to get the things done that I will get the most use out of before tackling some other things.
Thanks Cennetta!
Great looking jacket.
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Love it.. YOu did a great job.. Looks nice on you..Happy sewing.
Your jacket is a very nice accomplishment. I agree, go for another.
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You have done a nice job- and the jacket looks lovely over the jeans. I too like blazers – they always look so smart, don't they. Well done on the welt pockets.
You did a very nice job on this jacket and I agree, you have come a long way! You skills have improved greatly! Keep challenging yourself…it only gets better!
Very well done!
I love blazers and want to make more. Thanks.
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Over here from Lady Lydia's blog. Hello! I must say, I'm impressed with the outcome of your efforts. I'm kind of a timid sewist, myself…though once I get going, I find I do enjoy it, & I've had more successes than failures. Really, I'm a better knitter.
I may have to hunt up the pattern you used on this little jacket. I always think blazers make a nice addition to most women's wardrobes…they're just so versatile.
Brenda
Wow! That looks nice. Congratulations on tackling that pattern and its' challenges.
Your jacket is really nice and the fit is great!