When I first made/hacked this pattern, I added a back yoke and CB seam. I decided to keep these when I was retracing smaller.Yeah, you can't see them at all and what you can see looks all off-grain. It's not, though, which you'll see below in the inside shots.
I had thoughts to line this and even cut a lining. But I decided I didn't want to fight with the chenille anymore and besides being a warm layer already, the black inside looks and feels OK without a lining.
I serged most seams with black thread but left the CB seam flat and just serged the raw edges of the seam allowances separately. I also stitched down the back facing. All stitching just sinks right into the chenille so you can't see from the right side that the facing is sewn down.
Here's a closer shot of the back side of the fabric. It's just strange stuff but it definitely feels nice and snuggly.
I skipped the zippered welt pockets. I was already fighting with the main zipper and the chenille and I didn't want to make pockets I'd be fighting with. Instead I added simple patch pockets, which you have to squint very hard to even see in the photo below. I like that they're mostly invisible but still there to hold key cards or my phone.
A wearable muslin, for sure, and at least know I know the new size and minor adjustments fit. I think I'll make this again soon with stretch denim. I really do like the pattern and I do need things for weekends and casual Fridays. A leather version of this or the Style Arc Ziggy or the new Islander moto jacket are still on the must-make list but further down the road. I think I need to hit a thrift store for some leather something to practice with.
It's a shame that the fabric won't hold up as it is a lovely jacket. A bit hard to look at as it is almost 100 degrees here today. It does look like a nice jacket though.
ReplyDeleteYou may not be fond of it and it may not be the most practical in your climate, but it's a nice looking jacket and shows your efforts. Sometimes garments like these need to marinate in the closet for a while. Then they become good friends after a while. Time will tell, maybe?
ReplyDeleteMake it again in leather! You will find a way to figure out how much leather you need. Of course you can always take your pattern pieces to the store and lay them out on available hides!
ReplyDeleteLove the jacket, but I understand the frustrating zipper. It might be too warm now but you may head north sometime and the jacket will come in handy then.
ReplyDeleteI've loved your blog for a long time but rarely comment. Trying to do better with that!
I know that fabric must have been difficult when applying the zipper, but it came out gorgeous. I really like your jacket.
ReplyDeleteIt must feel nice to have sewn a muslin out of some so-so stash fabric and have it come out so nice.
ReplyDeleteA denim version would be a great wardrobe staple! I love the texture on this one though - hope it gets worn! :)
ReplyDeleteThe jacket looks great, but that's a bummer about the fabric. There's no loss in having a wearable muslin, though and having confidence that the jacket will turn out well when made up in a good fabric.
ReplyDeleteI have made this same pattern out of printed denim- and never worn it. While I like the moto look of zippers and the hard edge, I don't like the double-breasted look on my curvy short body. And I don't like having to wear it zipped all the time. I am looking for a similar style with a CF zip. Hot Patterns has 1 I may try.
ReplyDeleteIt's a nice jacket, Debbie. I think that you may be feeling the frustration of the chenille. Kudos to you for continuing to fight the fabric and finish the jacket. On the Florida East Coast, it's been cold enough for your jacket. I hope that you have been able to wear your new jacket.
ReplyDelete*squints at picture*
ReplyDelete*goes cross-eyed*
Nope, still can't see those pockets. Invisibility fabric, you haz found it!
It's a lovely jacket though. I hope the next one behaves a little better. :)
I'm sorry to hear you aren't likely to wear this jacket much - it looks terrific! Have you got any cold trips coming up?? If not I hope you get to remake it in a fabric better suited to Florida's warmth...
ReplyDeleteIt's a shame the jacket may not hold up because it's quite nice. Was the fabric block-fused?
ReplyDeleteLove the style, this will be great in leather or denim.
ReplyDeleteLovely jacket though.....
ReplyDeleteI understand how annoying it is to get fabric stuck in a zipper - aargh! It happens to me sometimes with my puffy coat. Anyway, your jacket is lovely. I look forward to seeing in the the stretch denim.
ReplyDeleteMiss your posts. Hope all is well Debbie.
ReplyDeleteHope you're doing o.k.
ReplyDeleteIt is a nice jacket and having lived in Florida for awhile I know that the wearing could be limited. Lovely color!
ReplyDeleteSay what you will . . . I really like it! I think I'm a sucker for asymmetric zippers though. :)
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