Fabulous Free Pattern Friday

Last November I posted this jacket. I must confess, this is probably my favorite garment in my entire wardrobe. I wear it ALL the time. It's great on a cool morning when I want a little something over my arms. I throw it over so many outfits. It's the perfect piece to take along when I think I might be in a cool environment. I just love it.

I'm posting it again because I found a few more ways to wear it, and yes, I made another. Hey, if one is good, a second will be all the better.

The Paper Bag Jacket 2

To see the original instructions, click here. The jacket is one big rectangle for the body. A long rectangle is cut for the casing, and two more long rectangles are cut for the ties. I suggest using a sleeve from a favorite knit top pattern for the sleeves.

 A close up of the shirred casing.

 The sleeves.

So here's what happened. One night in the dark, I picked up my jacket to pull it on and I put it on upside down. Below is a view of what the jacket looks like when it is upside down and not tied in the front.

At first I couldn't figure out why the jacket was different and then I realized that it was upside down. Rather than take it off, I thought,"let me take a look at this."

So I pulled the ties around and tied them at the waist. A totally different look.

 As you see, the neckline is very draped, but the jacket has a closer fit.

The back view once the ties have been tied in front.

The fabric is one of my favorites, it's a bamboo knit. It has such a lovely drape and after wearing the black jacket almost everyday since last November, I can say that it wears really well. Once again, you can see the instructions here.

I have two other ways to wear the jacket. Stay tuned!!! 

I hope you all have had or are having a wonderful Friday!

Rhonda