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Sunday, March 30, 2014

Yet ANOTHER Ikat Jacket!


Did I mention how much I love ikat?


This is my first (but not my last) iteration of Sandra Betzina's new Vogue 1385
with the lovely neckline. I will make it in a softer fabric, and perhaps skip the interfacing, as it seems to be prettier that way. But, I'm very happy with this
jacket...I lengthened it, removed the pleats from the sleeves and lengthened them, added a pocket and a narrow piping around the edges. The fabric is a stretch cotton jacquard, the reverse is as pretty as the chosen side. It is from
Emma One Sock.

It can be worn open, as shown, and also buttoned up as a light coat.


(Now I'm showing off my roses...)

 These are the buttons I used

 and this is a close-up of the pendant, by the artist Charlotte Valestra...

We're hosting a birthday dinner for a dear friend next weekend, so I don't know when I'll get back in the studio...Have a great week!
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40 comments:

  1. JillybejoyfulMarch 30, 2014 at 1:05 PM

    LURVE!!!!

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  2. shamsMarch 30, 2014 at 2:00 PM

    Fabulous, Margy! I love it!!

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  3. UnknownMarch 30, 2014 at 2:34 PM

    Sew wonderful Margy. Don't know which I love more, your fabulous outfits or your fabulous jewely. I'm always excited to see a new post from you.

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  4. wendyrbMarch 30, 2014 at 2:46 PM

    Longer, sleeker, simplified sleeve finish and the ikat fabric- great together and on you!

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  5. AnonymousMarch 30, 2014 at 3:00 PM

    I love your jacket, your style and your garden! ~Teri

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  6. sewingkmMarch 30, 2014 at 3:34 PM

    Such lovely photos and such a fabulous jacket - your creations never disappoint!
    Karen

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  7. Susan BMarch 30, 2014 at 4:05 PM

    That's really stunning and the buttons couldn't be more perfect!

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  8. AndreaMarch 30, 2014 at 4:10 PM

    Love it!

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  9. Mrs KMarch 30, 2014 at 4:19 PM

    So, so pretty!

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  10. MaryMarch 30, 2014 at 4:53 PM

    I love this, not only because of the B/W fabric but also because it looks great both opened and buttoned. Very chic!

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  11. SewCraftyChemistMarch 30, 2014 at 5:05 PM

    Swoon. I love your wardrobe!

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  12. BunnyMarch 30, 2014 at 5:30 PM

    Another stunner, Margy! I love ikats too and this one is fabulous.

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  13. SEWNMarch 30, 2014 at 5:56 PM

    Simply gorgeous!

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  14. LPCMarch 30, 2014 at 6:00 PM

    Amazing. It seems to take you such little time to do this. Amazing, AND beautiful.

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  15. LouisaMarch 30, 2014 at 6:13 PM

    Ikat is so fabulous! I've actually tried dyeing and weaving a very little bit of ikat so I can appreciate the skill and time it takes to make it. (Preferably not by me!) You made a lovely jacket that shows your ikat off perfectly. Oh, I knew that was a great pattern from Sandra Betzina. Mine should be here soon...

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  16. UnknownMarch 30, 2014 at 9:20 PM

    Fabulous!

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  17. MarisMarch 30, 2014 at 9:38 PM

    Tres chic, indeed, Margy. Nothing better than black and white, and all ikat, in my book!

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  18. SaraMarch 31, 2014 at 2:10 AM

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  19. SaraMarch 31, 2014 at 2:11 AM

    Breathtakingly beautiful!

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  20. UnknownMarch 31, 2014 at 2:45 AM

    The whole coat is pretty and I love the neckline!

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  21. VickiMarch 31, 2014 at 5:34 AM

    Great jacket! And love all the flower shots :)

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  22. marcy harriell | oonaballoonaMarch 31, 2014 at 6:52 AM

    fainting over here.

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  23. Becky March 31, 2014 at 7:04 AM

    I love Ikat, too!

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  24. JuneMarch 31, 2014 at 8:02 AM

    I don't know what I love more, the fabric, the buttons, the jewelry, or the flowers! So much fabulous stuff in a single post!

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  25. AnonymousMarch 31, 2014 at 9:36 AM

    Exquisite! I would not have expected the pattern to transform to such a timeless classic. Goes to show what can happen to any pattern design when it is in the right hands!

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  26. The Slapdash SewistMarch 31, 2014 at 7:50 PM

    I love that collar and I can't get over your perfectly matching buttons! Beautiful jacket.

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  27. UnknownMarch 31, 2014 at 10:12 PM

    You did it again! Lovely.

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  28. CennettaApril 1, 2014 at 7:47 AM

    I simply love your version of this Sandra Betzina pattern. I bought it yesterday and wanted to see how others made it. Thank you for the review and the lovely pictures.

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  29. LindaApril 3, 2014 at 8:32 AM

    Fabulous interpretation!. Look the ikat print, love the added piping - I never would have thought of that, and the overall design. Wish I could make it today!

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  30. Jane MApril 4, 2014 at 6:55 AM

    I loved the bones of this pattern but you have transformed it into something spectacular. Another work of art!

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  31. Carolyn (Diary of a Sewing Fanatic)April 5, 2014 at 6:28 AM

    Absolutely stunning!

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  32. SueApril 5, 2014 at 10:10 PM

    Gorgeous - perfect buttons too!

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  33. GernellaApril 6, 2014 at 5:48 AM

    This is one pattern I would have never have looked at if it hadn't been for your version. Absolutely love it and looking for fabric to go already..

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  34. GernellaApril 6, 2014 at 5:49 AM

    This is one pattern I would have never have looked at if it hadn't been for your version. Absolutely love it and looking for fabric to go already..

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  35. JoyreeApril 6, 2014 at 3:14 PM

    AWESOME! I love Black and any other color. Haven't made a Betzine pattern yet either. She has a new jean jacket out that looks really cute.
    Hugs, Joy

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  36. GailApril 9, 2014 at 3:13 AM

    Stunning coat and I also admire your taste in jewellery

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  37. UnknownApril 12, 2014 at 1:09 PM

    Margy - That coat looks great on you and the buttons are a perfect match for that fabric. Isn't it wonderful when we're able to find notions that are just right for the fabric we choose? Can't wait to see the next incarnation of this pattern.

    Happy stitching.

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  38. Lolo C. April 14, 2014 at 10:33 PM

    Gorgeous; so inspiring.

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  39. AnonymousAugust 27, 2014 at 3:28 AM

    Love the jacket and the necklace is stunning too, is it bone? Ikat really astounds me - it's such a complex process and I have the greatest admiration for the weavers who know how to make it by hand!

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  40. UnknownMay 14, 2017 at 11:31 AM

    The fabric, the pattern and alterations, and your stying, are beautiful. I had been considering this pattern and your interpretation is so classy and stylish. I love it.

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