Fall 2014 Collection: Meet Dakota!

 

knee length, folded collar, back button tab, with silk embroidery embellishment

charcoal Matka silk (available from www.bblackandsons.com)

The second design for the fall collection is the Dakota Duster. This is an unlined jacket that stitches up quickly. Design features include princess seaming, set in sleeves, and the option of making it fingertip or knee length. The princess seaming is flattering and at the same time really lends a flowing quality to this jacket that I love and the weight of it is perfect for cool days when a couple of layers are excellent.

I gave you a couple of options for the neckline. You can choose a small folded collar or a Mandarin collar that stands up nicely. There are also options to add in-seam pockets to the side fronts as well as button tabs, scalloped back yoke, and layered ruffles to the center back. You also have the option to add contrasting fabric to accent different parts of the jacket, an option to add ruffles to the sleeves, and a sweet ruffled flower for the front.

The construction is very straightforward and you'll be glad to know that the facing is incorporated into the center front so that it is folded around to the wrong side. That means no separate facing to worry about! I think it leaves a more professional finish and is quicker to stitch as well. I chose to serge the seams and press them open throughout the instructions. This is great for smooth seams and optional topstitching, as was completed for the faux suede jacket.

The recommendations for fabric are many! I would highly recommend Matka silk, linen, faux suede, twill, velveteen, corduroy, lightweight wool, and denim to name a few. Simply the choice of fabric with your personal preference on design details guarantees that you'll have a one of a kind jacket that suits your style. Don't forget to raid the vintage button box! This jacket is a perfect place to flaunt a set of beautiful buttons!

Here are the details regarding the samples you will see in the pattern along with the fabric information (as I have it).

We are expecting the stock to be in NEXT WEEK, (week of Oct. 13), so we'll be busy getting the new designs listed to the website for your ordering convenience.

 

knee length, folded collar, front in-seam pockets, back yoke and button tab

Shannon fabrics cuddle faux suede featured

I LOVE this fabric! It is so easy to stitch and the result is really like suede. You won't believe it!

 

 

Front View of faux suede jacket

 

 

fingertip length, Mandarin collar, 3/4 length sleeves, back button tab

Westminster Amy Butler Alchemy linen featured

 

 

fingertip length, folded collar, center back ruffles and button tab, ruffle trim on sleeves, & ruffle flower on jacket front featured in gray linen

 

 

Back View of linen jacket

 

 

knee length, folded collar, in-seam pockets, button tab

contrast fabric used on collar, pockets, button tab and sleeve edges

Moda Mixologie linen fabric featured

 

 

fingertip length, Mandarin collar, in-seam pockets, scalloped back yoke with purchased sew-on applique embellishment in cream linen

 

 

Back View

 

 

knee length, Mandarin collar, in-seam pockets, and center back ruffles

Moda enzyme washed linen

 

 

Back View

 

 

Happy Sewing!

Spring 2014 Collection: Meet Jade!

 

Knee Length, Layered Lower Jacket with ruffled cuffs

Made from black slub linen

And last, but certainly not least is the third new design for the spring collection, the Jade Jacket! I know I have said this before but really, THIS ONE is so EASY you won't even believe it! There are only 4 pattern pieces in the whole pattern and only the bolero length is lined. That means there are 6 whole seams in any version you choose! There are NO FACINGS, as the edge is finished with a lining for the bolero length or with a bias binding for the longer lengths.

Bolero Length with Lower Back Detailing

Made from Textured Matka Silk (purchase at www.bblackandsons.com)

 

 



There are a variety of variations with an optional collar, back detailing, cuffs, and edge finishing. I even went back to my old roots of applique and had some fun with wool felt and hand applique with Pearl 5 cotton thread! (this is for those of you who feel adventurous!). All of the instructions and pieces for completing the applique are included.

 

Knee Length with Three Quarter Length Sleeves and Raw Bias Binding on Edges

Applique completed by hand featuring Wool Felt for pieces in assorted colors, stitched with Pearl 5

Made from Textured Matka Silk (purchase from www.bblackandsons.com)

 



I chose a variety of fabrics to make this jacket from, as you will see. Everything from linen to silk to faux fur to KNIT was used to create these jackets! With so many options, you can make this jacket several times and none of them will resemble each other.

 

Fingertip Length with Ruffle Detail on edge and ruched sleeves

Made from lightweight knit

Shown here with the new Tara Tank Dress

 

 

Bolero Length with Turned Cuffs, bodice was cut on the bias for a chevron effect

Made from Chinchilla faux fur by Shannon Fabrics

Shown here with the Marilyn Dress, available on our website.

 





This jacket is designed to be worn open with the option of belting it. You can also easily alter the length of the sleeves by adding or subtracting from the ends of the bodice pieces. With dolman sleeves, the fit is easy and comfortable.

Fingertip Length with Lace detail added between upper and lower jacket sections,

 narrow collar and cuffs

Moda Mochi Linen Dot by Moda Fabrics

 

The new patterns are now in stock! Go to our website to place your order today!

 

Happy Sewing!