Tag: spring sewing

“Vogue Basic” Classic Jacket

I’m working on adding some classic pieces and basics to my wardrobe this year. To that end, I have added another versatile piece with this Vogue Patterns 7975 lined jacket. This pattern has been around for a while and this is not the first time I’ve made it. My first one (which I still have and wear) is here.

This is a combination of views on the pattern. It’s basically View B without the chenille trim (which I couldn’t find). But I just love that this is fully lined and can be made from a variety of different fabrics. This is a black and white polyester blend suiting (I think) that I’ve had for a few years. I used lining material I bought at JoAnn’s a while back.

The hardest part about making this was that the fabric kept unraveling on the cut edges. I serged the seams after they were sewn because I don’t like to see those stray threads coming out from the lining that can occasionally happen.

This pattern also gives instructions on hand sewing the sleeve lining to the jacket, which is something that I didn’t think I would enjoy. But I found it to be fairly relaxing, in part because of the time it takes to get it done.

Is hand sewing something you enjoy, or something you try to avoid?

I know some people will do anything to avoid sewing anything by hand!

But if you get the chance to make this pattern or something similar, it’s worth the effort. I think this style is so adaptable to many different body shapes and sizes.

Until next time…

Keep on sewing!

Modern Take on a Classic Trench

Here is a modern take on a classic trench.

As you may know, I have been working on some classic pieces to add to my wardrobe. This latest addition is the Angela Wolf Patterns Chloe trench. I made this using a home decor fabric (cotton). The jacket is unlined, but I did line the pockets, belt and back yoke with a lilac polyester fabric.

This is such a classic style that is easy to make. I found the sizing on this good in terms of going by my measurements. I had in mind that this would be a good springtime jacket. If I wanted to wear this over a bulky sweater though, I would definitely be more comfortable going up a size.

Chloe trench front view

The pattern doesn’t call for buttons, but they could certainly be added if one chose to do so. I think snaps would also be a great addition! The jacket could also be lengthened, fully lined or made as a raincoat with the right fabric choice.

Chloe trench back

Although there are some classic design details in the jacket, I used simple, adjustable buckles for mine.

While my jacket isn’t lined and lining is not required, I finished the seams with seam binding (instructions are in the booklet so there’s no guessing when and where to use the binding). I used this hot pink since I had 4 packages of it, and I always like something bright on the inside when possible.

trench coat inside out to show front inside
Inside front
trench coat turned inside out
Inside back

Conclusion

I would highly recommend this pattern. It’s really not a difficult pattern to put together.

If any of you are interested in purchasing the pattern for yourselves, you can check it out here: Chloe trench. If you would prefer the PDF pattern, that can be found here: Chloe trench PDF. You can use the code DENISE10 (all caps) for a 10% discount off the pattern price. *Please know that this is an affiliate link and that I would get a little bit of money from the use of the code.

I can definitely see myself making more of these. And I keep thinking that this would make a great dress with a button closure!

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