Today I bought this scrumptious wool for a jacket I'm making in my tailoring class. I am in love with it. My little sister will surely attest to my obsession with it. I think she heard me rave about this wool to one too many people this evening. It is just so soft and not fuzzy and scratchy like the wool from JoAnn. I love JoAnn for their coupons, but their quality of fabric is definitely lacking. So tonight I ventured to this Yellow Bird Fabrics that I've been hearing about for the past year.
It's located in this cute blue house. Perhaps the house itself isn't that cute (although I do love that color blue). Inside is adorable and filled with fine fabrics. The owner was there and she was delightful to talk to.
Anyway, I'm starting to sound like an advertisement for Yellow Bird. I was just delighted to find somewhere that actually sold beautiful wool and not just nasty fuzzy stuff. I'm sure I'll be back.
Here is what I'm going to make out of the wool:
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| http://voguepatterns.mccall.com/v8333-products-5652.php?page_id=262 |
I love the shape of this. The body is going to be out of the red and then the collar will be out of the black. I'm also adding double welt pockets (see example below) and they will be piped in black as well.
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| http://www.flickr.com/photos/sewing_engineer/2155244029/ This except without the little loop. |
It's going to have the look of a riding jacket, comme ça.
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| http://www.zazzle.com/vintage_horse_girl_red_coat_equestrian_sugar_cube_postcard-239640401112569925 I've been fancying a riding jacket for years now. |
Perhaps I'll have to get a jaunty hat with a feather to go with it ; )
I'm so energized and excited about this project and really this whole school year. It's going to be busy and a little crazy, but I have some great opportunities coming up! I just love what I do!
I think it is awesome what you can do with material. You are very talented. Keep up the great work :)
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