I didn't see Gollum but....


I did see this magnificent creature (and I am not referring to myself here)



and a few hobbits thrown in for good measure (again, not referring to myself).  These mythical creatures are courtesy of Weta Workshops who were responsible for the magic in Lord Of The Rings and more recently The Hobbit.  This was one of the exhibits at the current Ellerslie Flower Show, which I was lucky enough to go to this morning.  Young J would have been mesmerised by this display, as last year, before the movie came out, he read the book and became rather obsessed with it; not so the movie!



Anyho, I had the morning to wander about and admire other people's creativity and imagine it in my own yard.  My favourite I think has to be these magnificent driftwood Moa's (extinct large New Zealand native bird, rather like an ostrich).  

I have to say though, it was hot, with very little shade.  Because it is autumn and the mornings are cool, I overdressed and by 11.30am the mercury had climbed to the late 20's without a breath of wind.  The jacket was by this point unceremoniously stuffed into the bottom of my tote bag.  This is however, the beauty of layering at this time of the year and I am sure the extra layer will be needed after the sun sets this evening.


The jacket I am referring to is Simplicity 2443, which has been on my wish list ever since I first made the matching dress over a year ago now.  I hadn't seen a bad version of this jacket and I knew it would fit into my transeasonal wardrobe nicely.  I also had the perfect piece of baby pink linen that had been taking up valuable stash real estate for about as long as the pattern.

The fabric I had chosen was from this op shop fabric haul and in the cold light of day, I realised that it had the odd fade mark where it had been stored for a while.  I was pleased I cut this out during the day because I may have missed it at night.  I had quite a large piece so it was a simple process to cut around the damaged areas.  Like I think just about everyone that has made this jacket, I left off the ribbon decorations.  



I was going to add buttons, but actually I don't think it needs it and I know, I will never button it up anyway.


I am really happy with the way this turned out and know it will become a firm favourite.  In the top photo, I am wearing it with this top which has tiny pink flowers, Colette Clovers and pink sling back sandals and in the above photo taken yesterday, also with the Clovers but this time with a white Kirsten Kimono Tee and new slingbacks for autumn.


I might just have to get this jacket out again and see just how many different outfits, I can create with it!


Comments

  1. What a lovely version of this jacket. I really like it. I have debated making this pattern several times. I hope I get to it this year!

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    1. I am the same and now I have made it, I can see more jackets using this pattern in the future. I really recommend it.

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  2. Andrea. I think you should wear this jacket again. It's really cool looking. I never looked at the jacket in this pattern but I will now.

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  3. I like it because it has a casual look to it and it is so comfortable to wear. It would look good with a dress or skirt as well. Well worth making in my opinion.

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  4. I can see this with a whole outfit of pinks, maybe some deep rose jeans, perhaps a pink floral top. I love the tone on tone look I see around lately (eg halfway down this post http://apairandasparediy.com/2013/02/outfit-inspo-forever-trends.html). Lovely jacket and a very pretty colour.

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    1. Oh yes! Deep rise jeans would look lovely. I like the tone on tone look as well.

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  5. That's a great jacket, you wear it really well. It's been a while since I sewed anything so complicated, actually it's been a while since I sewed anything at all! Lovely weather we've been having hey.

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    1. I am making the most if it. I start a new job on Tuesday which will seriously cramp my sewing style.

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  6. Love the way your jacket has turned out. I think that pattern is my most used to date - the dress is comfy and there are so many ways to wear the jacket.

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    1. It is a great pattern, and I can see both items getting frankenpatterned at some stage.

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  7. That is a really cute jacket. Good luck for your new job - what are you doing? Will you have to sew a work wardrobe ? I am currently working four days a week now and oncall sometimes and it does unfortunately cramp my sewing time but when I get to sew I enjoy it even more ( have to look on the bright side and all that stuff )

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    1. I am working as a Receptionist and Administrator for a construction firm. I will be doing 20 hours per work to start and growing as the Christchurch rebuild gains momentum (if it ever does). The office is brand new and quite fancy. Actually, it is a converted fire station. I am really looking forward to the challenge and being able to wear heels on a daily basis. Yes, I expect there will be office appropriate clothes. There will need to be as my last job was working from home. The catch 22 is of course, less time to sew. I will need to get some better lighting and sew at night.

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  8. It is so pretty in the pink and with the lovely feminine sleeves. Just perfect for the layering stage of the year.
    Best wishes for your new job.

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    1. Thank you. I think it may get worn to death before I get around to making more work gear.

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  9. Your jacket looks great - this is a pattern that really appeals to me too but I have yet to get to it. The colour and style really suit you; in fact I love your outfit.

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    1. Thank you. I can actually see this jacket in a suiting fabric as well, without the patch pockets.

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