i altered the Jakob to a short-sleeve version for my husband. also added a pocket and a bird embellishment:) then i made another one with a fun yolk!-definatly has a fly collar!-might make it a bit smaller next time.
cotton,buttons
Project of the Week
Perfect for Autumn days we’ve created a cardigan with a flowing, extended lapel.
Project of the Week!
This week: The male counterpart to the Louisa vest
Member Project of the Week
A dress made from cotton batik with traditional Javanese pattern called ‘Kawung’
Technique of the week
Learn how to alter a basic bodice into a "leaf" pleated bodice
Blast From the Past
Nothing better than a handsome fellow in a well fitting suit.
Jun 28, 2008, 10.08 AMby Ledthread
ahhhhhhhhh great ideas!! love them all!!!!
May 21, 2008, 01.13 AMby myra_lee
Unreal! I love your pieces. I am just about to attempt my first Jakob for my boyfriend.
May 16, 2008, 07.27 AMby krysia
yes-that is the original collar-i know a bit big-70’s style! next time i think i will make it a bit smaller
May 15, 2008, 11.33 PMby lauriana
Good job! The shirts look very good and he seems quite happy with them. Is that the original collar? It looks very big.
May 15, 2008, 07.31 PMby EmilyKate
I LOVE that yoke detail, I would never think of doing something like that! Good job on both shirts and your fella sure looks happy with them!
May 15, 2008, 06.39 PMby karencilla
so nice! you are giving some enthusiast to make one for my boyfriend!
May 15, 2008, 11.40 AMby freewheelinkeara1
That looks great! I have the fabric to make that for my boyfriend…hope to get around to it soon. You just reminded me!
May 15, 2008, 10.10 AMby Eleo.m
great job!!:)