I’m working on adding some classic pieces to my wardrobe this year. To that end, I have added another versatile piece with this “Vogue Basics” classic jacket pattern V7975 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.
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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. . In order to keep the seams from fraying, I serged them to keep stray threads under control.
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.
Here is a link to the pattern if you want to take a closer look.
Until next time…
Keep on sewing!
