After wrestling all week with it, I finished a new jacket this morning; it's
KwikSew 2896. I was specifically looking for a jacket that was closer-fitting than what I've been sewing, like
CLD Anything But Ordinary, which I made up as a travel piece for my recent trip, and then decided I didn't like it enough to take.
I have loved this pattern and have made it up at least a dozen times, but it no longer is flattering on me.
So...I was looking for a pattern with princess seams which could be more closely fitted.
Although I have not been a great fan of KwikSew patterns in the past, this one seemed to be what I was looking for. I was actually waiting for
this pattern
but it took a long time to be delivered, and I didn't want to wait!
I like the in-seam pockets
and the close-fitting silhouette
The fabric is from
Emma One Sock and I "jumped" on it, as she only had a small amount. It is a very interesting fabric
and, in my opinion, needed a simple pattern that would not compete with the fabric.
Here are more pictures:
I think I like it! Maybe I'll take it to Puyallup next week!
This new jacket looks so good on you. I love the closer fit. The fabric is great, too!
ReplyDeleteI love the fabric and the jacket looks great on you!
ReplyDeleteThat jacket is so amazingly flattering on you! Fabulous! And that fabric is to die for. :)
ReplyDeleteSharp jacket on you! I love that fabric.
ReplyDeleteFabu jacket. The fabric is awesome, and it looks like you got the fit you were after.
ReplyDeleteLOVE the fabric. What a great find. The fit of the jacket is perfect!!You look great.
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ReplyDeleteLovely jacket! Perfect pairing of fabric and pattern.
ReplyDeleteVery flattering! I love your fabric.
ReplyDeleteWow, what a great look for you! I like the close fit of the jacket. Sometimes we need that, instead of looser garments. The fabric is stunning. In reading the description, it sounds like a knit double cloth. Double cloth fabrics are so cool. Two separate fabrics that share some threads in common. (Sorry - I'm a fabric nerd!) A very nice looking garment that I'm sure you'll wear a lot!
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