This pattern is available through Janet Prey's Sew Better, Sew Faster course on the Craftsy.com platform. Even with all the tricky top stitching it is very fast to put together. I made it in about 3 hours over a few days. The instructions for this pattern are brilliant - especially the no fail explanation for the welt pocket.
Collette at Tessuti helped me choose these unusual Italian pewter buttons. They are fractionally larger than I'd like, but I really like the jean-like look without being too casual. Because the layers are quite thick, I will have the button holes professionally done by Mick at the Quick Buttonhole Service in Redfern.I'm not sure what I'm sewing next - I have selected patterns for four lovely pieces of cloth from my stash. Who knows, I might even draw lots. Meanwhile, happy sewing!
You started 2015 with a beautiful jacket. Awesome!
ReplyDeleteGreat start of the new year, love this in white.
ReplyDeleteI have this pattern waiting in my sewing queue, good to hear it is not taking as much time to make it as I thought it would.
This looks great. I purchased this class on craftsy over Christmas so am pleased to see that it worked so well for you. I am envious that you can take the jacket to get buttonholes made.
ReplyDeleteWhat sort of fabric have you used..is it a cotton twill?
Happy sewing in 2015
Beautiful jacket. And I am so jealous of your buttonhole service!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful jacket!
ReplyDeleteGreat looking jeans jacket, I have this pattern and course and really like the sound of it being a relatively quick make.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful jacket. You have just reminded me that I received this Craftsy class for Christmas in 2013 and have not even looked at it yet. Thanks for the reminder and the recommendation.
ReplyDeleteI've heard lots of good things about this course and if the results are a jacket like yours in just 3 hours then I can see why!
ReplyDeleteCool jacket Gail! I love your recent, more relaxed creations. You look stunning in the red dress, and the silk dress is utterly beautiful too!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful jacket and I like the buttons. I have this pattern but haven't made it yet.
ReplyDeleteYay! for Mick at the Quick Buttonhole Service! I would be lost without him. Beautiful jacket and great stitch detail. :)
ReplyDelete3 hours. Gosh you're fast Gail.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great jacket.
Great jacket. I have taken Janet's second class so don't have the jacket pattern.
ReplyDeleteGreat jacket. I have that class and have learned many useful tips from Janet Prey although I haven't made the jacket.
ReplyDeleteYou've done a beautiful job on this jacket. You are sure to get lots of great outfit combos with this piece in your wardrobe. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteHappy new year Gail. Great jacket and only three hours - win!
ReplyDeleteGreat jacket -- and those buttons are so cool. White denim is so versatile. I have the Craftsy class and the pattern, so now I'm inspired to hurry up and make my own!
ReplyDeleteWow Gail I can't believe you put this jacket together in 3 hours sewing time. It looks amazing. You have done such a great job. Looking forward to seeing a photo of you wearing it :)
ReplyDeletegreat job on the jacket. I'm so impressed it came together so quickly. My minimal attempts at jackets have always been lengthy labours of love!
ReplyDeleteYou made this is 3 hours !!! OH la la this is wonderful. It looks perfect. Very inspiring. Thank you Gail !
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