Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Simplicity 2701




Description: Misses’ Jacket with front, collar and sleeve variations.

Sizing: 4 to 20, I made a 10

Instructions: Good instructions with extras. The instructions include information for applying double fold bias tape for enclosing the seam allowances. A tip on turning a the button loop tube, directional staystitching, and excellent diagrams.

Likes/Dislikes: I like the v-neck view with the soft round collar and the shape of the jacket. Also, the back tab with the button is very cute. No dislikes.

Changes: The only change was to have only one button on the front.
I think a good change would be to lengthen the back facing and it would cover the back seam. The back is cut on the fold except for the top 1/3, a longer facing would cover this seam. This would make it look nicer without a lining.

Construction: I made this jacket quick and easy. I used my serger to finish all seams and did not line any part of it. I hadn’t sewn too many garments in the last month or so and I just wanted to make something. This pattern and fabric combination was out on my cutting table, so it was first up.

Fabric: A very inexpensive boucle from fabric.com.

Conclusion: A fun and stylish jacket. I really like the shape, neckline and collar. Plus it just felt great to get back to garment sewing.


15 comments:

  1. What a cute jacket! I really like your version of it!

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  2. What a gorgeous jacket with some interesting design features. I agree that that one button closure at the front was a good move.

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  3. Nice jacket, Lori. I have this pattern so it's nice to see it made up. Love the colour too.

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  4. I like this jacket. I have this pattern and someday I am sure I will get around to making it.

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  5. Wow! That sure is a pretty jacket!

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  6. Cute jacket with some nice details!

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  7. I have an obsession with jackets. I've come to that realization and you make such a nice jacket I just want to add this to my list for the next Hancock sale (even though I haven't sewed a jacket yet). Beautiful work.

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  8. Great little jacket. And I love the color. I need to look at the Project Runway pattern more often. They have some nice styles.

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  9. So cute, Lori. I love that you can go casual or dressy with it.

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  10. What a beautiful jacket and I love that gorgeous colour. I really like Project Runway patterns - this one is a great style.

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  11. Love your jacket--great color. I made that jacket in red for my daughter. I intend to make it again for me. Nice job! Welcome back to sewing.

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  12. Very cute!!! I bought that pattern last summer just for the jacket---now you've inspired me to get it out and sew it up.

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  13. Great jacket! I love the fabric!!

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  14. Very pretty! I like the color a lot too.

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  15. VERY cute! You've been a busy seamstress!

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