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Friday, September 7, 2012

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 

9 comments:

  1. I really like it with the gathers at the back waist. (I owe you an email!)

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  2. Another winner - it looks super both ways so I can't wait to see what else you can do.

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  3. Love it Rhonda. Thanks for sharing your pattern.

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  4. I am with open mouth looking your absolute creativity! It's soooo amazing! Love this pattern "crazy" and the endless possibilities that you found in it. You are an inspiration!

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  5. I absolutely love your second version. You inspire us all so much!

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  6. Going through my stash tonight to see if I have something appropriate. I've been looking for something to throw in when I'm cold. Judging by the weather in Michigan today, I'm going to need this real soon. Thanks again.

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  7. Love this. Did you ever post the other two ways to wear it???

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    1. Thanks for asking. I have not. It's coming up soon!

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