Eva jacket

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Description

My first Eva jacket. The pattern is GREAT, I love it! I used the size 46 with slight adjustments only for my belly - i.e. I used some of the seam allowance to make the jacket wider at the last 10 cm. The front darts were a bit of a challenge for me, but (with some practice on a piece of scrap fabric) once I understood the principle it went well. I wouldn't recommend too thick fabrics though, the front darts and the collar can be problematic. I used Vlieseline H200 for the collar. In spite of the instructions, seam allowances are included (stated clearly on the pattern pieces). I had my worries about patterns having seam allowances included (in general; I am used to patterns without) but that worked out also very well. The armcye is confortable (not too small), the length is indeed flattering for a fuller or shorter figure. I lined the jacket.

Materials

Wool/polyester blend without stretch, tweed as contrast, light grey lining

Credits

Burdastyle for the pattern. One of my favourite patterns, I'll use it again for sure.

Special thanks to Benedikta for asking me what I would like.

COMMENTS (8)

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    JJ    Ï Posted 19 November 2007 at 2:23 PM
    sewing summer clothes.

    Oh wow, it really came out fantastic. I love it on you.

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    yoshimi    Ï Posted 19 November 2007 at 5:17 PM
    off!

    it's gorgeous! I love your choice of fabric very much.

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    EmilyKate    Ï Posted 19 November 2007 at 8:02 PM
    scored a vintage Husqvarna! Woot!

    I LOVE the neckline on this and you've done a really nice job. Those buttons are lovely.

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    zora    Ï Posted 20 November 2007 at 6:30 AM

    Wow, the jacket looks fabulous on you! Love the fabric, you really did a good job with this! It's too bad Eva doesn't come in smaller sizes or I would give it a try too.

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    fashion1    Ï Posted 20 November 2007 at 3:12 PM
    go to fashion school

    great job lilo! it looks fab on you!

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    TiffanyR    Ï Posted 20 November 2007 at 7:49 PM

    Nice job on your pattern matching across the front. I just adore the contrast collar and pockets- that tweed looks like a PERFECT match!! The neckline is very pretty as well. I'll have to put this one on my "to sew" list!

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    HJH    Ï Posted 20 November 2007 at 8:05 PM

    I love it! It looks like a perfect sewing~ The same reason for Zora^^I would give it a try. But I'd like to grading this pattern!

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    lauriana    Ï Posted 21 November 2007 at 12:06 AM
    way too busy for loads of sewing

    Looks great Lilo! Nicely matched fabric and great fit!


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