The Road to a #MeMade Wardrobe: Vogue 1643
I saw this pattern and immediately thought this is something I’d wear if I was a classy lady. I am of course not classy at all. But it’s fun to pretend, right?
I was able to get all the fabric and notions on sale at Joann’s for next to nothing because I took the time to rummage through the closeout fabric. It was a little difficult to find something on the cheap that looked expensive. But thankfully I had nothing but time that day.
Pattern: MISSES'/MISSES' PETITE JACKET, DRESS AND SKIRT
Fabric: Clearance Black and Grey Houndstooth and Symphony Broadcloth Polyester Blend Fabric -Solids from Joann
Style: Cardigan Style Jacket
Vintage/Contemporary: Contemporary
Pattern Edits:
1. I ended up having to adjust the ribbon significantly. When I sewed it on as instructed in the pattern, I ended up with a super ripply ribbon where it curves around the neck. So I had to seam rip it at the curves, create darts, then resew.
Lessons Learned:
1. Lined jackets are hard but I can do anything if I take my time. Still, that lining put me THROUGH it.
2. Shoulder pads are sometimes a necessary evil.
3. I want to work on more tailored garments. I found that the challenge was super stimulating and let me use both sides of my brain equally.
I don’t recommend this pattern to a novice. It was a little taxing for me and I’ve been sewing like forever. But if you are a newbie and you want to try it, I’d recommend faking the sleeve cuffs. That is, add the buttons as decoration, not as functioning buttons.
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