Look what I got done today!
Big sewing push today. The notched collar was complicated.
This "no-wale" corduroy frays badly. To stop fraying, I did Hong Kong finishing on all seams. Used red bias tape for fun.
The jacket will hang overnight to develop its drape.
Directional sewing makes clothes hang beautifully. Begin at the centerline and sew outward. Start at the top and sew down.
Just a few more details to do: make a buttonhole, sew on button, back stitch, armhole bias tape finishing, slip-stitch the facing, hem sleeves and bottom.
This jacket will be cozy and warm for fall and winter. The cotton fabric has spandex for stretch. This makes it comfortable.
It fits me perfectly.
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IAJO163
Level 8
Aug 10, 2019
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What does "YGG" mean? I speak English, not Acronym.
@LiterateHiker You Go Girl!!!
I envy people who can sew. I almost flunked out of the sewing part of home Economics in high school. The teacher said some people just aren't good at sewing and gave me a C just so it wouldn't affect my grade average. 
Redheadedgammy
Level 9
Aug 10, 2019
1
Amazing! I can barely sew a button on so this is fabulous.
GreatNani
Level 8
Aug 10, 2019
3
Have not made the buttonhole yet. Will practice on scraps of fabric. My sewing machine makes buttonholes. Complex instructions.
After the buttonhole is done, will sew on the button. Thank you!
Where else would you get such praise for a job well done from such a wide diversity of people, several of whom, like me, are probably not experts?
Mcflewster
Level 8
Aug 10, 2019
3
Looks good. I used to do quilting but am no longer motivated plus there’s no room for the sewing machine since I now have a roommate. Sigh! I’d like to see anything else you create.
lazylee
Level 5
Aug 10, 2019
3
Made this burgundy dress for my daughter Claire's wedding in September 2018.
Also sewed a satin bow tie for Claire's dog Cocoa. I made it extra big to match Cocoa's goofy personality.
Holy cow! I don’t really know anything about sewing but this looks amazing! Good job
thegabster
Level 5
Aug 10, 2019
3
very nice! I was looking at what it would take to do a boho ceremonial robe for a vedic sage. I like the japanese stitching and have thought about doing it myself.
JeffMesser
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Aug 10, 2019
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