Anyone who knows me, knows I LOVE jackets.
Short, long, classic, or unique - as long as it fits and serves a purpose while keeping me warm, they are my jam.
When I saw the test sew come up for Rebecca Page's newest Jacket Sewing Pattern, the Bomber Jacket, I was first in line flailing my arms to be chosen to test it out. My girls know what I love to sew - intricate, french seams, and the little tedious projects that challenge me in some way.
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| Look how cool I look |
The Bomber Jacket comes in sizes so your whole family can look cool!
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| Paired with my Strappy Cami |
The features included are:
- Optional Lining
- Optional Welt Pockets
- Zipper front
- Raglan sleeve
- Elasticated hem and cuffs
As with any Rebecca Page Pattern, this should be a lovely sewing experience for you...as long as you FOLLOW EACH STEP in order. Don't skip ahead or think you know what's coming. The finishes in this pattern are well thought out, and the end results are well worth your effort.
And remember to measure yourself before sewing up any pattern - life changes - this was my first pattern since my dramatic weight loss this year (25lbs and counting), so I sewed a Medium Bust to Large Waist and Hips.
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| IT HAS POCKETS! |
I opted for the Welt Pockets, which are the perfect size for my hands (a bit small for my clunky Smartphone), and the perfect height. I didn't adjust the length of the jacket, despite being 5'-2", as I both prefer longer jackets and tops, and I tend to have a longer torso in relation to my height for most patterns.
The pockets were easy to sew (again, following directions), and they are a staple jacket pocket with Rebecca Page.
The Zipper also went in easy - they can be a struggle for me, but I've finally figured out my zipper foot, and just sew slowly to get as close to the zipper teeth as possible.
The bottom elasticized band and wrists was a new technique for me, but turned out beautifully. Again, sew slowly, pin pin pin, and you're golden.
Remember after each step to iron your seams and fabric with steam so everything fits together. Even with the lightweight microsuede fabric I chose, I just went at it with my iron, and it came out perfectly fine.
But I'm a risk taker like that and iron all my projects as I go!
I meant to put in the fully lined version...and didn't clue in that I was following the wrong steps until I was almost done my last French Seam. I LOVE French Seams, but I had an awesome interior lining chosen. Next coat! Because I will definitely be making another one once I unpack my fabric and see what I have to work with.
So yes....read the title of the main step to make sure you're making the coat with the options you want before proceeding. Things that happen when you're half asleep sewing.
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| Look at that behind...I mean coat back! |
I love the overall look of this jacket. It's just classic, retro, and I can see adding some ribbon or similar material to the sleeves to give it that total 1980's look (you know the look - the white stripes down the sleeves as I totally age myself).
This coat makes me happy. It means a new beginning. New Life. Inspiration for me to continue being awesome and doing the things I love.
Hello Sew-Jo - I have missed you!
So if you can see beyond my test photos, and love to learn new sewing techniques, perfect a few (zippers and French seams for me!), and want to look Totally Outrageous and comfy, the Bomber Jacket Sewing Pattern is for you!
Happy Sewing!
Crystal
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