Tuesday, May 08, 2012

Simplicity 4281

This pattern is a bit older (and discontinued) , but it was the perfect pattern for a striped twill so here is goes again. The first time I made this jacket was in August 2006 and it was for me.  You can check out the review here and the blog post here, I need to mention, I still love, love this jacket, here is a picture

The piping, button loops, sleeve openings and I need to wear it more!   You know those things you make, put in you closet and sometimes don’t wear often.  Then you pull it out and think, why?  Why haven’t I worn this?  It might not be stylish right now but I think it is classic.  What do you think?


Okay, now onto the newest jacket, once again this garment is for my soon-to-be bride.  The fabric is from Fabric Mart, a purchase sometime ago, with the purpose of a jacket.  Just one of those things I have not gotten to but now cross it off the list
I made View A (khaki version) of Simplicity 4281 omitting the extra right pocket flap


I added a bit to the center back, after my last interview with Sarah Veblen and I asked her about this fitting issue with my daughter.  Erin says this has helped with the tightness in her upper back and shoulders, more than anything better ease of movement.
I used a lining that was cream with a bit of stretch, as the twill had a bit of lycra in it.
The back has two darts on each side of center back and I made this dart one inch longer at the top.  When Erin tried on the garment, it had too much fabric between the dart and the middle of the armsyce.  This adjustment seemed to help with that fullness. 
The jacket turned out cute and I I think she will wear this lots, especially with the stripes trend right now

Simplicity 4281


Simplicity 4281side

Simplicity 4281 back
My machine needs to go in for some maintenance, maybe the week of the wedding.  This is the first time I have note been pleased with my buttonholes.

On another note, for this post Live Writer and it is so amazing and easy to use.

19 comments:

  1. really, really cute jacket and yes, you should wear yours more!

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  2. I don't remember seeing the pink jacket before but it is gorgeous! Definitely wear it now!

    Your daughter's version is very cute.

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  3. Both jackets are cute! I am surprised this pattern is out of print. Theta he striped version is perfect for summer.

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  4. Lori, you make phenomenal jackets! Love the newest one for spring and summer.

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  5. You did it again - created something marvelous!

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  6. Lovely jacket! Strange that you used this pattern because last week I pulled the same pattern from my stash and instantly thought of you. Somehow I associate this pattern with you and now a week or so later here you are posting about it. Must have been ESP or something as I'm sure you were sewing this jacket when I pulled out my pattern. :)

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  7. So sharp and summery cool. Your jackets are always so very lovely and inspiring. Thanks for sharing.

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  8. OMG that is a TDF jacket. Your daughter is one lucky girl!

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  9. Jane summed this jacket up perfectly, "Sharp and summery cool." It's a keeper!

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  10. That is a very cute jacket, and I love the one you have made for yourself too. A very lovely and flattering shape, and definitely it deserves to be worn more often!

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  11. What a nice looking jacket! You are soooo prolific and talented!

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  12. What a beautiful jacket. The stripes are so fresh and the dark buttons stand out just right. Your sweet daughter is very blessed to have a Mom willing to go to such lengths to fill her closet.

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  13. That's a great jacket I would wear that in a heartbeat.

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  14. I love it! Very stylish indeed. I think you've just inspired me to make a jacket out of some striped cotton in my stash that I've been contemplating. Ooh, excitement!

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  15. I love it! I want one now. LOL

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  16. Love it! And like you say, very in with the nautical trend that's around at the moment.

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  17. Wow, that stripy jacket is just so beautiful. Great work!!!

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  18. Anonymous9:22 PM

    I really really like this

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  19. I love both jackets. They are very striking and lovely.

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