Inges Doily Jacket

I still remember one of the hardest things to master 

when I started sewing 

and which I recognise in others now 

be it sewing from a commercial pattern

REinventing from commercial garments

or a combination of both

is which fabrics 

or garments to use

and for what purpose

it can be a daunting task 

as there are many factors which need to work as a whole

if your creation is going to be a wearable success

colour preference & suitability, fibre content & fabric fall, fastening & finishes 

to name a few

the key to bringing it together is simple

listen to your instincts

if you're asking the question 

you already know the answer

and that is why sewing is much more than just making something

Inge did a lot of listening when creating her

Doily Jacket

and the result

I think you'll agree 

was worth it

created with a commercial jacket pattern

using pre-loved bamboo sheets as the base

Inge took her time & had fun 

combining vintage doilies, with colourful Kaffe Fasset trim

adding details in all the right places

ensuring that not only did she create the perfect garment for her
it is one she will cherish wearing for a very long time....