This is my second version of KS2895 and the love is still here. I first made it in 2014 and wear it all the time!
Even though I bought the fabric especially for this pattern, I hemmed and hawed for A FULL YEAR on using it. The denim is lighter in weight than the first version so I didn't think the fabric would provide enough heft to support the structure. Turns out, the fabric is perfect! The jacket isn't as heavy as the first, but it's ideal for spring days and summer nights.
I'll get pictures wearing it tomorrow...maybe.
The New Look skirt is nothing new since I've made it so many times. I used one yard of non-stretch cotton sateen. The skirt is lined with Bemberg and the waist finished with petersham. Rinse. Repeat. =)
These garments are part of an unintentional mini SWAP. The colors are grey, white, and coral. I don't know if that's spring-ish or not, but I like it so I'm making it.
What's next? I hope to finish the shirt that never ends - better known as McCall's 7627. When Dressmaking Debacles said constructing the sleeves takes 317 hours, she was not kidding! The sleeves....oy vey!
Here's what I have so far:
I know it looks like a hot mess, but there's actually a shirt under there. I have to re-sew parts of the facing and sew in the sleeves. I am totally slow-rolling this shirt because I am tired of sewing it. Vicious cycle!
That's all for now. Until next time, peace!
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Your sleeves look SO GOOD! That pattern is so cute but goodness gracious!! Lol!
ReplyDeleteI love your jacket. It’s so nice. Sewing denim is probably the most fun!!
The unintended swap is coming along nicely.
Girl, those sleeves are right up there with stretch cotton poplin, rayon challis, and tissue knits: unadulterated evil.
DeleteDenim is definitely my comfort food. =)
I love the jeans jacket in the light denim!! Your topstitching looks wonderful! Can't wait to see how the sleeves turn out when you are finished with M7627.
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