Simplicity 4273

I have had this pattern for a long time and never attempted it, so I dusted it off and got into it. I was a bit intimated but the number of pattern pieces for the jacket...so I procrastinated, and procrastinated some more, until I finally decided to sew it.

I sewed view A Jacket & D Skirt.

Please excuse the shine on my face, these pics were taken after a long day at work.

Below is my review:


Pattern Description: 

Jacket, Pant, Skirt and Dress Pattern

Pattern Sizing:

Size 8 - 24

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing it?

Yes, it did with some alterations but clearly I should have done more (do you see how the back fits)

Were the instructions easy to follow?
Somewhat...I was a bit confused with the construction of the collar.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?

Directions for the collar construction.

Fabric Used:

Ralph Taylor (Linen Type)

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:

I totally changed the collar; I scraped their pattern piece and cut one from another pattern and attached the collar the way I know how. 


I also added the sash for the necktie.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?

Yes I would sew again. I feel the need to conquer this pattern I also like the style. The pattern itself is okay.

Conclusion:

I took quite a long time to complete this suit because I assumed that the jacket would be difficult, however in retrospect had I attempted it when I cut the fabric I could have completed it in a relatively short time. 

So until I write again, happy reading and thanks for stopping by!