It's that special time of year, so make yourself something special. We'll have a new idea each day this week, so keep visiting!
This is View A of All About Details. It features a "letterbox" pocket at the upper left, 2 large front patch pockets set at an angle, a collar on a band, and a back pleat. Lots of interesting details to make enhance a wardrobe basic from sharp to easy-going.
I can't help it. I have to mention one of the fabrics from yesterday because this jacket in this rayon would be so great with jeans.
Here's another casual option:
Or make a travel version in wool with stretch, and make pants to go with it.
Here's another casual option:
Or make a travel version in wool with stretch, and make pants to go with it.
If you opt for the black wool pants, make a comfy cotton shirt to go with them.
How about something to keep you warm, something to lounge in, something to dress up in--all in the same package!? This kimono can do all that!
You can make this simple garment several times. I've made it in wool and in cotton dobby from Japan. Louise has make it in silk and in linen with embroidery.
Let's see what options you have today. Here's a lightweight black/blue wool suiting with lovely drape.
This is a fabulous georgette with flowers woven into it. It's deep black, but we lightened it so you could see the flowers. Between the flowers, it's translucent--magical.
Let's see what options you have today. Here's a lightweight black/blue wool suiting with lovely drape.
This is a fabulous georgette with flowers woven into it. It's deep black, but we lightened it so you could see the flowers. Between the flowers, it's translucent--magical.
For a casual vibe, use this rayon. You could use the reverse side for the cuffs and sleeve bands. It quite lightweight and has a wonderful drape.
I love this pattern. I've made many versions of it. It's great in denim, linen, or wool, like this one. Here it's paired with a belt, but it could also be accented with a cuff bracelet or a scarf.
Here we're seeing this jacket with pants, but it would also look great with a pencil skirt.
Here we're seeing this jacket with pants, but it would also look great with a pencil skirt.
Wool is the fabric of the season, so here are some suggestions for your new jacket and skirt.
A quick-to-make and easy-to-wear jacket---what a good idea for the season. Combine that with a slim pair of pants and you're out the door.
Start your outfit with lightweight wool pants.
Make a wool boucle jacket for winter.
Then try a cotton "canvas" jacket to transition into spring and wear again next fall.
Make a wool boucle jacket for winter.
Then try a cotton "canvas" jacket to transition into spring and wear again next fall.
How about a beige wool for your new jacket? Like this one:
Slide your jacket over a top or shell in a print:
And make your skirt from lightweight black wool:
Slide your jacket over a top or shell in a print:
And make your skirt from lightweight black wool:
Neutrals like those to the left are great because they will work well together for this outfit. But then you can use them with many other pieces in your closet. For example, this jacket in tan wool would be great with navy pants.
Choose an easy-to-wear but distinctive jacket, and pair it with a swingy skirt. You'll look like an expert at "Putting It Together". Choose from many options for shirts, tops, or shells to bring in some variety.
A dressy organza with a lively print lends another dimension to your new suit.
Click on each fabric and the pattern for more information.
For a warm winter travel outfit, make the jacket and pants from My Swing Set. It would be especially good in wrinkle-free wool/lycra with some body, like this one.
You'd want a comfortable top to wear underneath that jacket--a knit would be ideal for travel or everyday.
You'd want a comfortable top to wear underneath that jacket--a knit would be ideal for travel or everyday.
Black georgette for a lovely shirt (we've lightened it so you can see the details)
and lightweight wool for straight-leg
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