I made DH take pictures of the jacket on me, which is a good thing, because seeing the pictures I like it even more, and am more likely to forgive and forget all the hard work that went into it!
(Details. The pocket lining peeks out and needs to be tacked on!)
I don't have the heart for a full recap, including the back stay (sewing book: "Cut the back stay according to the back stay pattern." Me: "???), but I put quite a bit of tailoring in it, and I think it shows. From the front, I absolutely love it; the back, although it feels like it fits, doesn't look quite as good, but I'll take it as is and keep this filed away for the next time: Take a picture of the back during the fitting process.
(Back: with buttons open at left, buttons closed at right.)Another lesson learned: Towards the end of such an involved project, take steps to avoid sewing ennui (which steps, I'll have to figure out yet!)
All in all, it looks like I imagined it would, goes well with the rest of my wardrobe, and will hopefully get lots of wear!
Have a great Sunday, everyone.
i really like the front pleats. they're such a nice touch! and the fabric looks super cozy :-)
ReplyDeleteThis jacket is beautiful. The fit looks great to me. Beautiful job! (I got my Stoffmarktholland email today!)
ReplyDeleteThat is such a cute little jacket. You did a great job!
ReplyDeleteI think you're being too hard on yourself and the jacket. You did a great job and it shows - wear it with pride!
ReplyDeleteThis is super cute! I love it.
ReplyDeleteThe work does show, your jacket is really smart, and looks expensive. I hope you forgive it soon, and enjoy wearing it. I love the diagonal seams at the back.
ReplyDeleteI don't know what this picture is doing in the comment box. Your jacket is really lovely. Your hard work does show up. Love the pleats on the fronts and sleeves and the back detail is really nice. That is some great sewing! Nice job!
ReplyDeleteWow, the back of the jacket is absolutely stylish. Love all the detailing.
ReplyDeleteThat came out really adorable! I lengthened this to a coat a couple years ago and am in fact wearing the coat today!
ReplyDeleteI love this jacket on you! Well done.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful jacket! This is one of my favorite, I loved it when I first saw it. You did a great job, enjoy it.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great jacket. It looks terrific.
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