Sunday, February 27, 2011
zipper pocket and zipper closeup
Front zipped up
Front turned back-wip
Front view-back and fronts sewn at shoulders
Thursday, February 24, 2011
A little sewing here and there
In my many years of sewing, welt pockets have been the "intimidator" to me. My success with this type pocket has been IMHO mediocre. So facing my fear, I read and re-read the instructions for attaching these pockets and no matter how you read them, the pockets are definitely a welt pocket with a zipper.
So making sure markings on the jacket front pieces were symmetrical for each side, I then marked the pocket lining after affixing the interfacing on the pocket lining to support the zipper. I then stitched, cut and turned the pocket lining to the wrong side. I then pressed the edges of the pocket window and have now pinned in the zipper on both pockets.
That is where I left things last night. I have to say that the pinned zippered pockets look good at this point. Next will be to sew them. More updates later.
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Progress on second jacket of the year
I had a productive sewing day. I cut out the KS jacket early this AM. I took time to read through the pattern instructions as this is not an easy-peasy pattern to make. I have not sewn a separating zipper in many,many years so I wanted to make sure all parts lined up well.
One side of the zipper is stitched into the left front and left side front seams. My zipper was too long for the pattern and had to be cut. I used KS instructions for creating fabric zipper stop.
Next you stitch the right front and right side fronts together. All seams are pressed to side front and then topstitched 1/4 inch from seam edge.
I used embroidery thread in bronze metallic color that matched the bronze in the jacket. In this photo the other side of the zipper has not been attached.
Next you attach the other side of the zipper to the right front edge of the jacket. It has to be aligned with the other side of the zipper. It is important to mark the placements of the zippers on the fabric to align both sides.
Here is a shot of both front pieces with zipper separated.
Next step is to attach the pockets and zippers. I ended my sewing with a nice start on the jacket.
Saturday, February 19, 2011
New Fabrics
I mentioned in a previous post that I had purchased two fabric pieces from Sawyer Brook that arrived recently. Today the fabric I ordered from Denver Fabrics came. So without further ado, here are some shots of the new fabrics:
Green mid-tone silk rayon fabric from Sawyer Brook, I think it was called Avocado.
This is the second piece from Sawyer Brook. It is a cotton with raised circle designs woven in the fabric; I suppose a jacquard. I think this will be a summer sheath style dress.
Today’s newest additions:
This is from Denver Fabrics, a knit geometric and stripe design. I am thinking a Jalie knit top with tie.
This is an animal type print in olive green and white. Also from Denver Fabrics. Probably will become a knit dress.
I fell in love with the colors and not really sure what this will be but it is a lovely stretch lace fabric. It is really a lovely fabric in real life, more so than seen on Denver Fabrics website.
Now off to fix dinner and hopefully find time to cut out the KS jacket. I made some additional fit adjustments to the pattern this afternoon and I think it is a go now!
Another package!
I also got two new Australian Stitches magazines. I really like this magazine. I use to buy it locally but then they stopped carrying it. I find inspiration and pattern fitting articles from reading this magazine. I also drool over some of the fabrics that are advertised in the magazine.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Sewing related purchases
I got an email regarding my zipper order. Some are not currently available and are on back order. The key separating zipper is on its way to me and hopefully the others will follow soon. I have to say I am envious of those of you who live in or near a large city with sewing notion sources near by.
I am so anticipating doing some sewing this weekend. Later.
Monday, February 14, 2011
Pattern fitted (almost) and ready to cut out
I was able to finish the pattern fitting yesterday and made all the adjustments except FBA which I will have to do later this week. The pattern calls for a separating zipper and then several smaller zippers for the pockets and sleeves. Unfortunately our local JoAnn's is getting ready to move to a new location in April; so the current store is bare of most merchandise including zippers. I have no other source close to home.
I went online and found several sources for separating zippers with some sites having very limited colors and sizes. I went to Erica's Sewing and Craft site and found a greater selection of zippers, both separating and regular, and ordered several in various colors. With my having to travel for business this week not having them in my hand at this time will be okay since I will not get to do much in the way of sewing the early part of this week.
Update to follow. Enjoy the week.
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Me-Made-March 2011
Kwik Sew 3764
All pieces are traced except for the sleeve and that I will do soon; hopefully I will be able to pin fit pattern this afternoon. I have an upcoming business trip that I need to get ready for and the weather promises to be in the mid to upper 50's today which makes me want to be outside for a brief period of time.
More later.
Thursday, February 10, 2011
What I wore today-2-9-2011
So I place the snaps differently resulting in the collar laying differently. One side overlays the other.
Wednesday, February 09, 2011
Snaps!
The good side of this is that I do understand the process and there are many sources of helpful information on this subject, including the "1000 Tips" book composed of various tips from PR members.
So the jacket now has snaps, uncovered but functioning.
Sunday, February 06, 2011
New fabrics
I bought two new pieces of fabric recently from EOS. Let me say that this site always offers quality fabric and great customer service.
One of the pieces I purchased was an Italian denim jacquard fabric. After placing my order, Linda P, the owner emailed me to say that she did not think she was going to have enough fabric to fill my order but she was going to check with her supplier to see if they had more. I was truly appreciative of her doing this without my having to ask if she would/could! That to me is top of line service.
I was even more delighted that she found more and immediately completed my order and shipped.
Both fabric pieces arrived the middle of last week. Without further ado here are photos of the new fabrics:
When I first saw fabric on the site my idea was a jacket, now that I have it in my possession I think I want to do something different-dress or skirt. Not sure but the fabric is nicer than I imagined.
The second fabric is an ikat cotton fabric. I recently got a catalog from Chico’s that had a ikat jacket in blue, which was the inspiration for buying this fabric. I am going to have to modify one of my jacket patterns to get the look of the Chico’s jacket.
Wednesday, February 02, 2011
What I wore yesterday
Having taking the pictures before heading off to work yesterday, I realized I needed to wear a necklace and add a pearl necklace to the look. Wish I had thought of it before taking the photos.
This next one gives a close up of the pockets, which I just love!
I order two pieces of fabric from EOS which arrived yesterday. I want to take a couple of shots to post. Both pieces are better than my expectations. Later
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