I’m sure you have seen the new fall Vogue patterns circulating the inna-nets. I couldn’t help but swoon over this Gucci inspired jacket. And per usual, I’m still sewing from my stash. Before I purchased the Vogue 1643 pattern, I had in mind houndstooth. Lucky for me I had 3 different colors of houndstooth fabric to choose from. Just when I thought things couldn’t get better for this project, Joann had a $5 sale on Vogue patterns and I saved some coins. What do you think I did with my savings? Hummm buttons and ribbon, don’t mind if I do. I literally bought 3 different ribbon options but in the end (with some help from my IG friends) tan and black ribbon won.

construction

If you’re not a patient sewer I would rethink this project! This is not one you’re going to rush through….well, I wouldn’t suggest you rush. If you are familiar with sewing blazers or lined jackets you should not have a problem with this pattern. I feel the most time spent is on the ribbon. Steaming is so important, especially for the ribbon. I’m a little embarrassed to say I do not own a tailors ham! Whaaaaat? Are you crazy Nef?…(you must be thinking) I have actually managed not to buy one after years of sewing. But, when I got to my sleeves I was ready to buy lol. I have made other jackets and coats without it but this was most definitely the last one. I added the lining and I used a black crepe fabric for my lining. This baby will definitely keep me warm in the winter.

Let’s talk buttons!

This jacket requires 16 shank buttons (you’ve been warned okurrr). I just so happen to find enough at Joann to get the job done and they are flowers, my favorite. Okay friends it’s Story time! While I was sewing the buttons on the sleeves, there was a gnat flying around my sewing room. I fanned it away and proceeded to put pins in place for the 4 buttons. The top button complete and 3 pins remain in the sleeve. Here’s comes this doggon gnat again. This time the gnat lands on my palm and what do I do? I dropped the needle and thread and clap my hands together to kill it. What the hell just happened? I clapped a pin through and through my entire hand at my pointer finger knuckle area. My pins are long and sharp but my claps are apparently very strong lol. Don’t worry I’m alive to tell this story, haha. So I slowly pulled the pin out of my hand and while removing it I felt a slight pain but not much. Not one drop of blood surprisingly. Sooooo the moral of this story is, don’t try to kill gnats while sewing, EVER! You might not be as lucky as I was.

I can say with confidence that this jacket is killer fashion lol.

Pattern Review

Overall this pattern rocked my world. I took my time and enjoyed the process of creating this piece and I’m very please with the fit and results. the pattern has a variety of views and sewing options. I choose the longer length jacket and styled it with jean shorts, a body suit, boots, and a hat. Style wise, this jacket is very versatile for fall/winter. This jacket will get plenty of wear this season. Tell me what you think about it below!

Peace & Blessings