Here I go again! This is my second shacket, and I'm loving it even more than the first.
This medium weight denim that I bought from JoAnn's is perfect. For this version, view A, I decided to make a few changes.
The first was to change the design of the hemline. I wanted to add a curve hem with slits on the sides. So, I used a bowl the create the curve. then I decided the length of the slit. Easy, easy.
With the first shacket I thought the front placket was a little too short. But I wasn't absolutely sure because I added a few inches to the length. For this version I cut the pieces exactly as instructed. True enough, the placket is nearly two inches too short. So after changing the hemline, I had to redo it and shorten the front enough to fit the length of the placket. Easy solution.
Next change, I made the sleeve pleats deeper and I turned the upper part of the vent in. The sleeves are really BIG, and the cuff too. This change makes it fit a little better.
The final change was to use snaps instead of buttons. I put them on today after finishing it a week ago.
This one is so versatile. I can wear it with almost any casual outfit. today I'm showing two style options: leggings, tall boots, and a colorful scarf and slim pants and a turtleneck top. Not shown today, but definitely a great outfit for me too: a simple pullover dress cinched at the waist with a big scarf draped about the neck. The style options are endless.
So, here's to the trending shacket. I'm going to get plenty of wear out of this baby. ;-)
More to come. Rhonda and I will continue our little sew along with a pink wool shacket. So stay tuned. Be sure to check us out on Instagram too. There may be additional postings as we go along.
Happy Sewing!
C
